KLAGEN
NIET KLAGEN
An Amsterdam city blog from Andrew Moskos, the co-founder of Boom Chicago, the capital city’s comedy show institution. It turns out Dutch people complain about the wrong things. Luckily Andrew sets the record straight about what should we complain about (klagen)? And what not? (niet klagen)?
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New Metro 53 Plans are Good for the Bijlmer (Or at least not bad)
It’s like clockwork. The GVB’s new schedule includes new routes and changes to existing ones. Het…
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Why Don’t We Have Clean Streets Anymore?
When I arrived here in the 1990s, Amsterdam was dirty. Spiritually and literally. Sex was…
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Amsterdam is Not Full
It has been accepted by every journalist and many residents that Amsterdam is full of…
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What do Amsterdam locals think tourists should skip?
Amsterdam locals reveal what tourists should skip — and where to go instead for an…
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What are the best Amsterdam bike routes outside the city center?
Escape Amsterdam’s crowds in 30 minutes — discover polder villages, river paths, and medieval castles…
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What are the best hidden bars in Amsterdam locals keep secret?
Amsterdam’s best-kept bar secrets: where locals actually drink, what to order, and how to blend…
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How do you explore Amsterdam like a local instead of a tourist?
Skip the postcard version. Discover the Amsterdam neighbourhoods, cycling habits, and unwritten rules locals actually…
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What are the best Amsterdam experiences that cost nothing?
Amsterdam’s most authentic experiences cost nothing — here’s where locals actually go.
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What is the best time of year to visit Amsterdam?
May is Amsterdam’s sweet spot — tulips, long evenings, and crowds that haven’t peaked yet.…
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What hidden gems in Amsterdam do expats actually recommend?
Amsterdam expats skip the tourist trail — here’s where they actually spend their time.
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How do you find a cheap hotel in Amsterdam without sacrificing location?
Skip the tourist bubble — Amsterdam’s best-value neighbourhoods sit minutes from everything, for far less.
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What are the best cheap restaurants in Amsterdam locals love?
Amsterdam locals eat well for under €12 — discover where to find the city’s best…
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What are the best English-language cultural events in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam’s English cultural scene runs year-round — discover the best events, venues, and insider tips…
About Andrew
Andrew Moskos is a co-founder and co-owner of Boom Chicago. With Pep Rosenfeld and Saskia Maas, he also created Boom Chicago for Business to focus on humor and message communication in the corporate world.
A curious generalist, Andrew is a visionary leader in his businesses. He sees unexpected opportunities, thinks anti-intuitively, and applies his broad experience in new and unusual ways. These skills make him a great event host, moderator, trainer, coach and sparring partner.
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See the websites for Boom Chicago, Boom Chicago for Business and Andrew’s personal site