7 Tips for Finding the Address of your Dutch Ancestors

Are you thinking about coming to the Netherlands to visit the bulb fields and visit the places where their ancestors lived? Depending on where your ancestors lived and how wealthy they were, it may not be easy to find out exactly where they lived. Here are some things you need to know when trying to find the address where your ancestors lived. 1: Addresses changed over time Addresses with a street name and house number are relatively modern. Some places, mainly large cities, had them by … [Read more...]

11 things to know if you plan a trip to the Netherlands

Are you planning a trip to the Netherlands in the new year? Here are some things you need to know if you've never been to the Netherlands before. 1. Most churches are still there Most churches are still standing, whether they are from the medieval period or later. Not all of them will be open to the public. Some churches are only open on a Sunday. You can check the church website to inform about opportunities to visit the church when there is no service going on. Often, a sexton will have a … [Read more...]