
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 are the best immersive experiences in Amsterdam for adults?
Amsterdam’s best immersive experiences for adults, ranked honestly — art, theater, dining, and escape rooms worth your evening.
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What makes Amsterdam’s comedy scene different from anywhere else?
Amsterdam’s comedy scene is sharper, stranger, and more self-aware — here’s exactly why it stands apart.
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How do you find the best canal tour in Amsterdam for your budget?
Amsterdam canal tours range from €15 group cruises to private charters — here’s how to choose wisely.
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What are the best Amsterdam experiences for curious travelers?
Amsterdam rewards curious travelers who slow down, explore beyond the canals, and engage with the city honestly.
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What is the best bike route in Amsterdam along the canals?
Cycle Amsterdam’s UNESCO canal ring like a local — the insider route, best times, and mistakes to avoid.
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What are the best things to do in Amsterdam right now?
Skip the tourist checklist. Here’s where Amsterdam locals actually eat, cycle, and spend their nights.
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What is the best canal tour in Amsterdam for a rainy day?
Rainy Amsterdam day? Covered canal tours stay dry, cut crowds, and look stunning — here’s exactly what to book.
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What are the best immersive art experiences in Amsterdam in 2026?
Amsterdam’s top immersive art venues in 2026, reviewed honestly — what’s worth your time and money.
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How do you experience Amsterdam beyond the tourist trail?
Skip the canal selfies. Here’s how locals actually live, eat, and experience Amsterdam.
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What should you actually do in Amsterdam on a long weekend?
Skip the tourist traps — here’s what a long Amsterdam weekend actually looks like done right.
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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