The reason why Kingsday can’t be celebrated on Sunday
Since 2014, the Netherlands has celebrated Kingsday on 27 April, which is King Willem-Alexander’s actual birthday. But why can’t we celebrate this if it falls…
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Dutch royals cheer on hockey players
The Dutch royals were on hand to cheer on the Dutch team in their match against France. Embed from Getty Images King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima,…
Royals expected at the Paris Olympics
It’s time for the Summer Olympic Games in Paris, and royals from across the globe will travel to France to cheer on their countries. Below…
Royal members of the International Olympic Committee
The members of the International Olympic Committee are representatives of the IOC in their respective countries. According to the Olympic Charter, they “represent and promote…
A tradition of abdication – Luxembourg & The Netherlands
Luxembourg and the Netherlands both have a tradition of abdication, which can perhaps be explained by the fact that they were once in personal union….
A look at Princess Carolina of Bourbon-Parma as she turns 50
Princess Carolina of Bourbon-Parma was born on 23 June 1974 as the daughter of Princess Irene of the Netherlands and Carlos Hugo, the titular Duke…
King Willem-Alexander pilots Apache helicopter
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands visited Carlisle in the United Kingdom to make a training flight in an Apache helicopter. The King received an explanation…
Queen Máxima visits Regiment of Engineers
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has visited the Regiment of Engineers in s’-Hertogenbosch. During her visit, she learned about the work of the soldiers before…
King Willem-Alexander opens Kandinsky exhibition
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has opened the new Kandinsky exhibition at the H’ART Museum in Amsterdam. Among hundreds of guests, the King officially opened…
King and Queen of the Netherlands pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.
The King and Queen of the Netherlands have paid tribute to American civil rights activist, the late Rev. Dr Martin Luther King, Jr., on their…