
Klagen Niet Klagen is an Amsterdam city blog from Andrew Moskos, the co-founder of the comedy show Boom Chicago. Dutch people like to complain, but they complain about the wrong things. Luckily Andrew sets the record straight. What should we complain about in Amsterdam (klagen)? And what not? (niet klagen)?
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‘TikTok Lines are Stupid’ …But Not Ice Cream Lines!
Nothing makes Amsterdammers madder than ‘TikTok lines.’ That’s when dumb tourists are tricked into thinking something is worth waiting in line for. But ice cream lines? Well those are a normal part of summer. What’s the difference? Uh, hard to say…
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Let’s Stop Buying Trams with Doors on Both Sides!
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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 Parool runs a story against it, quoting older people who never like change. The reporters can never seem to find people whose lives will be improved by the change, because those riders are not standing at…
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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 literally everywhere. Before the internet there were establishments with ‘private video booths,’ and not just in the red light district. A rack of vulgar postcards stood in front of every tourist shop. Raves, combined with…
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Amsterdam is Not Full!
It has been accepted by every journalist and many residents that Amsterdam is full of tourists; TOO FULL! And like the Louvre in Paris, the center of Barcelona and all of Venice, Amsterdam is no fun anymore because there are just TOO MANY TOURISTS! Everyone says it. Het Parool won’t stop writing…
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What’s the best month to go to Amsterdam?
May wins, but the best time to visit Amsterdam really depends on what you’re chasing — crowds, cost, or tulips.
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What are the best cheap restaurants in Amsterdam near the museums?
Eat well near Amsterdam’s museums for under €15 — if you know exactly where to walk.
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What is the rainiest month in Amsterdam?
November is Amsterdam’s rainiest month — here’s what that really means for your trip.
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What is famous in Amsterdam to buy?
Skip the tourist traps — discover Amsterdam’s most iconic buys, from aged Gouda to genuine Delftware.
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What should I not miss in Amsterdam?
Insider guide to Amsterdam’s unmissable experiences, honest tourist trap warnings, and local secrets worth your time.
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What do you need to know about Amsterdam before your first visit?
Six honest answers every Amsterdam first-timer needs — from unwritten social rules to the best time to visit.
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What are the best things to do in Amsterdam when it rains?
Amsterdam in the rain beats sunny days — here’s what locals actually do when it drizzles.
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What is the weather like in Amsterdam and when should you visit?
Amsterdam’s best seasons revealed — plus packing tips, rain realities, and why late April beats summer every time.
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What is the best neighborhood in Amsterdam for food and culture?
De Pijp leads Amsterdam’s food and culture scene, but locals know the real gems hide elsewhere — discover them here.
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What are the best day trips from Amsterdam for culture lovers?
Five unmissable cultural day trips from Amsterdam — all under 90 minutes by train. Explore beyond the canals.
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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