I just have to note because I live in New England myself that Brindleton Bay is not tropical and has a beach! 

But I'm always open for more non-tropical worlds. Tropical, Mediterranean and Desert worlds are too numerous. Although I understand that there are many, many cultures in those climates, and it's also not fair to not represent them (but maybe lets not have multiple different California-inspired worlds, you know?)

I was really excited to get a Scandinavian themed world in the last EP. I fear EA may think that it's too similar to the Netherlands. I'm not saying it is, but I can just seem them thinking it is.

agreed, i won't mind a beach world but the climate like The Netherlands, UK, Belgium, German etc also exist to have a beach👍

i get what you mean, we don't need multiple worlds based on the same country or city

Nordhaven is based on scandinavian countries (Sweden in particular) but i get what you mean, there's this lot name called "koffieboon" and that name sounds 100% Dutch and it does looks a bit like The Netherlands (when the reveal trailer came out, i literally thought it was gonna be based on The Netherlands, not gonna lie)

i wouldn't consider it too similair to The Netherlands though, besides scandinavian countries...according to The Sims community this world is also a mix of The Netherlands Germany and the UK👍

i bet some people thought the same way with Britechester based on the architectures too😅😅 (maybe EA too)

don't worry you're fine, not everyone thinks the same way like you do haha😉😉

(i didn't know Brindleton Bay have a beach though)

Don't worry, I don't think that Netherlands is the same as the Scandinavian countries, I was just thinking that EA might think "we've covered the area", even though they're wrong!

Honestly, I don't know how they think about things, though, so maybe I'm completely wrong! 

Yes, Brindleton Bay has a beach. It's in the Eastern section of the world. Sadly, can't do much with it other than fish. I wish EA would add more functionality to all worlds with ocean in them!

Not InteresteD in another Scandinavian European world but EA has a good formula for these worlds and I'm sure we will see many more.

oh yes i totally agree about the EA, we're close as scandinavian countries but we're not one of them so EA have it all wrong, we're not scandinavian countries (Sweden, Norway and Denmark only)

and as for the beach or ocean itself i 100% agree, i think Copperdale has a beach too? i could be wrong but i believe it's not functional sadly😢😢 (i do know Ciudad Enamorada and Del Sol Valley looks like it comes with a beach based on the layout but it's not even functional)

the only actual functional beaches are Sulani, Tartosa and Tomarang😪😪

we need more functional beaches!

i agree with everything you've said here👍

just letting you know: The Netherlands isn't a scandinavian country

it may be close to scandinavian country but they aren't, we are from West Europe👍

someone leaded me to here so i'd like to share my ideas aswell based on The Netherlands (i'm using ChatGPT for some ideas)

Expansion Pack Idea: The Sims 4: Life by the Canals

(A Dutch-inspired pack)

New World: Veenhaven

• Inspired by Amsterdam, Utrecht, Giethoorn, and Dutch villages.
• Districts:
  • Canal Quarter – bustling city center with canal houses, cafés, flower markets.
  • Polder Fields – flat farmlands with windmills, tulip fields, cycling paths.
  • Harborfront – fishing docks, markets, houseboats.
  • Modern Suburbs – neat brick houses, cycling routes, community gardens.

New Traits

• Pragmatic – Sims prefer efficiency, dislike wasting time, and get happy buffs when things go smoothly.
• Cycling Enthusiast – Loves biking everywhere, gets sad when a bike is stolen or broken.
• Direct Communicator – Tends to be blunt in conversations, more likely to succeed in persuasion but can hurt feelings.

New Aspirations

• Master Cyclist – Use a bike often, win cycling races, travel by bike instead of cars/public transport.
• Cultural Curator – Visit museums, attend festivals, collect Dutch art and design pieces.
• Sustainable Citizen – Focused on renewable energy, recycling, and growing food locally.

New Careers

• Water Management Engineer (Engineer Branch) – Focuses on dams, canals, and sustainable flood prevention.
• Museum Curator (Cultural Branch) – Work in art history, organize exhibitions, authenticate rare items.
• Cycling Pro (Athletic Career) – Compete in bike races, get sponsored, train stamina.

New Activities

• Cycling everywhere – Bike paths in the world; toddlers can get little balance bikes.
• Ice Skating on Canals (seasonal) – If canals freeze in winter, Sims can skate.
• Flower Arranging 2.0 – Expanded system with tulips, hyacinths, and Dutch-style arrangements.
• Cheese Making – Crafting skill, produce different cheeses (Gouda, Edam).
• King’s Day Festival – Once a year, Sims dress in orange, flea markets open, live music, festive foods.
• Houseboat Living – Buildable and functional boats on canals and harbors.

New Collections

• Delftware (ceramic collectibles).
• Vintage Bicycles (decorative + functional).
• Dutch Art Prints (famous works reimagined in Simlish).
• Cheeses (collect and display wheels).

New Foods & Drinks

• Stroopwafels
• Poffertjes (mini pancakes)
• Bitterballen (fried snacks)
• Haring (raw herring, eaten Dutch-style!)
• Erwtensoep (pea soup, winter comfort)
• Jenever (Dutch gin)

New Cultural Touches

• Music Stations: Dutch electronic dance, traditional folk, street organ sounds.
• Traditions in Calendar:
  • Cycling Tour Event
  • King’s Day (orange outfits, flea market, live bands)
  • Sinterklaas (special holiday gifts, candy in shoes for kids)
• Architecture: Canal houses, gabled roofs, windmills, modern Dutch minimalism.

  The Sims 4: Life by the Canals – Roadmap 

 Expansion Pack: The Sims 4: Life by the Canals

Tagline: “Cycle the streets, skate the canals, and celebrate traditions in a world inspired by the Netherlands.”

• New world: Veenhaven (canals, tulip fields, polders, harbors).
• Careers: Water Management Engineer, Museum Curator, Pro Cyclist.
• Activities: Biking everywhere, ice skating in winter, cheese making, houseboat living.
• Festivals & Holidays: King’s Day, Sinterklaas, Cycling Tours.
• Collections: Delftware, bicycles, cheeses, Dutch art prints.
• Food: Stroopwafels, poffertjes, haring, bitterballen, stamppot.

Roadmap Theme:

“Celebrate Life by the Canals”
A whole season of Dutch-inspired culture, from daily life on two wheels to cozy traditions with family.

Game Pack Idea: The Sims 4: Pedal Power

Focus: Cycling culture & canal lifestyle

Features

• New Lot Type: Bike Café – Social hubs where Sims relax after cycling, grab coffee, or attend small concerts.
• Cycling Skill – Unlock tricks, endurance buffs, and competitive races.
• Bike Racing Events – Organized road and off-road competitions; win medals and sponsorship deals.
• Biking Commute – Set bike as default transport. Kids and teens can bike to school.

Gameplay Additions

• • Bike Upgrades – Customize paint jobs, baskets, lights, and even attach toddler seats!
  • Canal Paths – Scenic biking and jogging routes.
  • Wellness Tie-In – Cycling boosts fitness and reduces stress.

Game Pack Idea: The Sims 4: A Taste of Tradition

Focus: Dutch food, festivals & family traditions

Features

• Cheese Making Skill – Craft and age wheels of cheese; sell at markets or display in cellars.
• Food Stalls – King’s Day snacks (poffertjes, stroopwafels, fries with mayo).
• Holiday Traditions –
  • King’s Day – Flea markets, orange dress-up, street games.
  • Sinterklaas – Special holiday for children with unique gifts, candy shoes, parades.
• Cooking Enhancements – New recipes like stamppot, erwtensoep, herring, and kroketten.

Gameplay Additions

• Family Baking – Kids can join adults in making stroopwafels or poffertjes.
• Market Stalls – Sims can sell homemade cheese, flowers, or baked goods.

  Game Pack: The Sims 4: A Taste of Tradition

Tagline: “Bake, celebrate, and pass down traditions with your family.”

• Skills: Cheese Making, Stroopwafel Baking.
• Events: King’s Day Festival (orange outfits, flea markets, food stalls), Sinterklaas for kids.
• New Lot Type: Market Square.
• Activities: Family cooking, seasonal parades, market selling.

(This could also be swapped for the cycling-focused “Pedal Power” Game Pack if EA wanted gameplay > food/culture.)

Stuff Pack: The Sims 4: Canal Living

Tagline: “Bring the charm of Dutch design into your Sims’ homes.”

• Build/Buy: Canal houses, houseboats, Dutch windows/doors, flower boxes, bicycles as clutter.
• Style: Blend of traditional canal architecture & modern Dutch minimalism.
• CAS: Cozy knitwear, festival orange clothing, rain jackets.

Kit #1: Tulips & Traditions Kit

• Tulip décor, Delftware ceramics, windmill clutter, cheese wheels.
• CAS: Floral dresses, Dutch folk-inspired prints, festival accessories.

Kit #2: Bikes & Beyond Kit

• Cargo bikes, racing bikes, vintage bikes, toddler seats for bikes.
• CAS: Cycling gear + casual everyday cycling fashion.

and here's a fanmade screenshot pack ideas cover: