Meeting people
The Dutch are hospitable and open. You will soon find yourself chatting to people at the bus stop or in a café. But they will not easily invite a stranger into their homes. So where do you meet the Dutch?
Handy tips
A good way to meet people is to join a sports club, such as a golf club or a sports school, or a club where you can you pursue your hobby, think of (salsa) dance lessons. Other possibilities are: taking a (language) course, going to a (local) café, joining a business club (if you are an entrepreneur), meeting other parents through your children and doing (volunteer) work.
When you move into a new flat or house, introduce yourself to your neighbours. They can help you deal with any questions you might have, and who knows, you might end up becoming good friends.
If you want to meet other English speaking expats to share your experiences, you will find them at www.meetup.com.
Expats in Nijmegen can meet up four times a year at the so called Meeting Point events, organized by the city of Nijmegen. During those meetings, the social aspect is combined with learning something about the city you are living in. More info: expat@nijmegen.nl
