Editing Netherlands (section)

== The Dutch ==
Advise on [[how to be a good guest]] in the Netherlands:

This one is from an integration course and doesn't apply to overnight visitors, but more to coffeetime guests. It probably only applies to the older generation of Dutchies. It definitely doesn't apply to CouchSurfers, for neither guests nor hosts, 
# If the host says he will start preparing dinner, this isn't an invitation to join dinner (unless explicitly said), but a sign for you to leave.
# When visiting a Dutch family at tea time you will likely be offered a biscuit from a large tray or tin full of biscuits. Be considerate and only take one or very few.
# Even though smoking cannabis is depenaltized, this doesn't mean all Dutch people do and that you can smoke where ever you want. That is why most Dutch people smoke at home or somewhere private. Don't assume your host smokes or can get you some. 

A good and funny book about the Dutch and dutch customs is the [http://www.undutchables.com/ UnDutchables]