Moving to the Netherlands is an exciting adventure, but it comes with a fair share of administrative tasks, one of which is registering yourself. Everyone moving to the Netherlands for a period exceeding four months, including EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens, are required to register their address in the Personal Records Database (BRP). To make navigating the registration process a little easier, we have created a step-by-step guide to registering yourself in The Netherlands. Please do note that registering yourself is not just a legal requirement; it’s an essential step in integrating into Dutch ..read more

  Last weekend, we officially waved goodbye to summer and said hello to Autumn. While you may not be doing cartwheels about colder weather and rummaging for your raincoat, fear not! Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a food lover, or a fan of art, this season has much to offer. Here are our top seven recommendations of what to do in the Netherlands this fall.  1.Take a stroll through one of the many Dutch parks and forests  As the leaves turn from green to a vibrant blend of reds, oranges, and yellows, Dutch parks and forests come alive! Whether you’re strolling while listeni ..read more

CORPORATE HOUSING FACTORY (CHF), THE NETHERLANDS’ TOP CORPORATE HOUSING PROVIDER, TAKES RESIDENCE EXPERIENCE TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH FRESH ONLINE GUEST DIRECTORY!  Demonstrating their commitment to continuously cater to the demands of tech-savvy business travellers and other guests, CHF has just rolled out a fresh new Progressive Web App (PWA) – my.corporatehousingfactory.com –  in partnership with Maxxton. The Maxxton system allows CHF to offer all essential information about the apartments and their neighbourhoods directly on guests’ devices. The PWA introduces several ..read more

What better way to learn about living abroad than through other expat’s experiences? Read our latest Resident Interview! Here, you will meet Diana Vidal, who relocated from Mexico to The Hague with her family and is currently residing in one of our Hoge Duin serviced apartments.  Before we start, could you please introduce yourself? Hello!I am Diana Vidal. I am 45 years old and I am from Colombia. I moved to the Netherlands with my family: my daughter, my husband and my two dogs. We all came to the Netherlands after my company relocated us from Mexico. When staying away from home for b ..read more

Let’s face it: being away from home for an extended period can be both exhilarating and challenging. While exploring new cities and immersing yourself in new cultures can be exciting, being disconnected from your regular routine and away from family can be tough. Corporate housing is quickly becoming the go-to option for business travellers looking for a comfortable, cost-effective, and convenient alternative to traditional hotels. Here are just a couple reasons why opting for corporate housing is a smart move when you’re relocating.  What is a corporate rental?  Corporate rentals, a ..read more

It’s time for another resident interview! This month, we spoke to Alessandro about his experience living in a CHF apartment and in the Netherlands. He recently relocated to Eindhoven from Milan,Italy and has some great advice to make your time with us even more enjoyable! Before we start, could you please introduce yourself?  Hello! I’m Alessandro from Italy. I’m 32 and I’m usually based in Milan where I work for ABB, a multinational corporation in the electrical equipment industry, but I’m currently living for 6 months in Eindhoven, Netherlands on a short-term business assignment. Whe ..read more

Rotterdam is the second‑largest city in the Netherlands and home to Europe’s largest port. Large parts of the old city were completely destroyed by World War II bombing and had to be rebuilt from the ground up. But as a result, some funky, eye‑catching architecture now adorns Rotterdam’s skyline. To make sure you make the most of your stay in Rotterdam, we have created the perfect guide for a day out in the city.     SS Rotterdam For our first stop, take a trip back in time! As a former flagship of the Holland‑America Line and luxury cruise liner, the SS Rotterdam has sailed many o ..read more

It’s time for another resident interview! This month, we spoke to Valentina and Federico about their experience living in a CHF apartment and in the Netherlands. They recently relocated to Eindhoven from Turin, Italy, and have some great advice to make your time with us even more enjoyable! Before we start, could you please introduce yourself? Hey there! We are Valentina and Federico and we recently moved here from Turin, Italy. Federico is an engineer and he had the chance to join a great research company in Helmond. Valentina is a Designer and she was like “say no more” when she heard abou ..read more

Our CHF apartments have plenty of space for working from home, but we understand that not everyone likes to work in the same place they sleep, eat, and relax in . It’s not ideal if your sofa becomes your office chair, your hallway serves as your commute to work, and the refrigerator serves as your snack drawer! During the Covid-19 pandemic, many businesses were forced to adapt to remote work. After seeing comparable levels of productivity from their employees, many of these same businesses now offer their employees the possibility of hybrid work. Although many enjoy the independence and flex ..read more

Although the new year has only just begun, there is no time to sit still! We’ve got a jam-packed calendar prepared, full of exciting events that we’ll be attending in the upcoming months. Feel like visiting, or are you just curious to see where you can find us? Here’s a quick rundown of some of the events we’ll be attending! JANUARY For the first event of the year, we will be travelling to Lisbon to attend RECHARGE 2023. We are very much looking forward to two days full of insights, networking, and maybe even some sun! MARCH In March, we will be making our way down to the Anantara Grand Hot ..read more