not_so_sure_guy3We are looking at moving from Brussels to either the Netherlands or Flanders soon. My spouse is an artist and I am in IT and we just cant decide which is better for work and life. Which is better to live in Belgium or the Netherlands
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been_there_done_thatIt depends on what you value most because the Netherlands is much more efficient and cleaner... but it is a massive expense. You will pay around €1511 for a 1 bedroom flat whereas in Belgium you can find one for €888... and the healthcare costs are much higher in the NL with that €385 deductible. I prefer the Belgian landscape and the Ardennes but the Dutch life is much easier if you only speak English!
belgium_vibesit depends on your vibe too. belgium is much more relaxed with how people act - they mostly keep to themselves which is nice if you dont want everyone in your business
vibe_check_be2Idk i find it hard to make 'real' friends in flanders because it takes forever to get to know anyone! the dutch seem super open but i feel like the friendships are more shallow 😅
the_pastry_pathI think people over-romanticize the netherlands on social media way too much. the actual quality of life isnt always as perfect as the pictures look