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Prinsjesdag 2023 

  September 19, 2023 at 6:32 pm by

Today, Tuesday September 19, the Dutch Royal Family has celebrated the traditional opening of Parliament, Prinsjesdag. King Willem-Alexander was joined by his wife, Queen Máxima, Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange, Prince Constantijn and his sister-in-law, Princess Laurentien. This year’s Prinsjesdag was marked by the debut of Princess Alexia who was present at the event for the first time. Due to the renovation of the Binnenhof, the usual location of the event, … Continue reading →

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Dutch Summer Photo Session on Zuiderstrand beach

  June 30, 2023 at 9:23 pm by

Today, Friday June 30, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima posed for their annual summer photo session. The King and the Queen, accompanied by their three daughters, Princesses Catharina-Amalia, Alexia and Ariane, posed at the Zuiderstrand beach, in The Hague. At this year’s photosession was also present Mambo, the family’s dog.The King, the Queen and the Princesses posed for the photos in different combinations, not only all the family together but … Continue reading →

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King Charles III Receives Foreign Royals Ahead of Coronation

  May 5, 2023 at 11:32 pm by

King Charles III and other members of the British royal family hosted several receptions in London to welcome foreign dignitaries ahead of tomorrow’s coronation. Late in the afternoon he welcomed guests from overseas, among them members of reigning and former reigning royal families. Queen Camilla did not attend the reception. Among the guests were American first lady Dr. Jill Biden, President Steinmeier of Germany, President Lula of Brazil. Another special … Continue reading →

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Koningsdag 2023 in Rotterdam

  April 27, 2023 at 8:20 pm by

The Dutch Royal Family has celebrated Koningsdag 2023, the celebration of the monarch’s birthday, in Rotterdam, in the province of South Holland.King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and two of their three daughters Princess Catharina-Amalia and Princess Ariane, were joined by Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien, Prince Maurits and Princess Marilène, Prince Bernhard and Princess Annette, Prince Floris and Princess Aimée, Prince Pieter-Christiaan and Princess Anita.Princess Alexia couldn’t attend this year’s … Continue reading →

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Dutch Royals Attend Koningsdag Concert

  April 19, 2023 at 4:50 pm by

Ahead of the upcoming Koningsdag celebrations that will take place on April 27, this evening, Wednesday April 19, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima were present at the annual Koningsdag Concert. They were joined by Princess Beatrix, Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess Ariane and and Princess Laurentien.This year’s concert was held at the Ahoy RTM Stage in Rotterdam.Theme of the concert is: “We are all Kings & Queens!” and the performers … Continue reading →

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The Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean Ends in Saba

  February 9, 2023 at 10:13 pm by

Today, Thursday February 9, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange completed their two-week long official visit to the Caribbean part of the Netherlands by visiting Saba.Upon the arrivat at the J.E. Yrausquin Airport the Royal Couple and the Princess were officially welcomed by the Governor Jonathan Johnson and then they visited the Solar Park, a park with solar panels that provides power to the … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Sint Eustatius

  February 8, 2023 at 6:36 pm by

Today, Wednesday February 8, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange continued the official visit to the Dutch Caribbean in Sint Eustatius.Upon the arrival in Oranjestad, the capital of Sint Eustatius, the Royal Couple and the Princess were welcomed by Alida Francis, the Government Commissioner. Then they started a walk through the historic center of Oranjestad during which was also discussed the slavery past and … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Sint Maarten – Last Day

  February 7, 2023 at 9:44 pm by

Today, Tuesday February 7, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange started the second and last day in Sint Maarten by visiting Fort Amsterdam, a historic fort located on the island. During the visit, accompanied by various experts and guides, they went on a birding expedition in search of the brown pelican and then were informed about history of the fort and the wildlife on … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Sint Maarten – Day One

  February 6, 2023 at 6:40 pm by

Following two day of break, today, Monday February 6, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange continued the official visit to the Dutch Carribean in Sint Maarten.Upon the arrival at the Princess Juliana International Airport, the Royal Couple and the Princess were officially welcomed by the new Governor Ajamu Baly and Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs.Then they visited the airport, which is currently being rebuilt following … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Curaçao – Last Day 

  February 3, 2023 at 8:43 pm by

Today, Friday February 3rd, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange started the third and last day in Curaçao by visiting Landhuis Knip, a former plantation where, in 1795, number of slaves started a revolt. There they attended a performance about the slavery revolt. Then the Royal Couple and the Princess oaid a visit to Hofi Mango, a former sugar plantation that now “a natural park … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Curaçao – Day Two

  February 2, 2023 at 8:45 pm by

Today, Thursday February 2nd, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange started the second day in Curaçao with a walk from Pontjesbrug to Brión Square. During the walk they stopped at the Punda Love Heart sculpture where the King and the Queen, to mark their 21st wedding anniversary, clipped a padlock to the sculpture. Arrived in Brión Square, the King gave the starting signal for the … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Curaçao – Day One

  February 2, 2023 at 7:57 am by

Yesterday, Wednesday February 1st, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange continued the official visit to the Dutch Carribean in Curaçao where they arrived from Aruba by the station ship Zr.Ms. Holland. During the boat trip the Royal Couple and the Princess were informed about the deployment of the Ministry of Defense in the Caribbean and toured the ship.Upon the arrival in Willemstad, capital of Curaçao, the … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Aruba – Last Day 

  January 31, 2023 at 8:26 pm by

Today, Tuesday January 31, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange started the second and last day in Aruba by visiting the AriKok National Park. In the park, that covers almost 20% of the island, the Royal Couple and the Princess took an hike and met with junior rangers of the park to talk about its maintenance and management and to be informed about the … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean: Aruba – Day One

  January 30, 2023 at 7:36 pm by

Following a day of break, today, Monday January 30, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange continued the official visit to the Dutch Carribean in Aruba. The Royal Couple and the Princess were officially welcomed by the Governor, Alfonso Boekhoudt, in a welcoming ceremony held on Wilhelmina Square, in Oranjestad, the capital of Aruba. After that, there was a meeting with the presidents of the political groups … Continue reading →

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Official Visit to the Dutch Caribbean Begins in Bonaire 

  January 28, 2023 at 9:28 pm by

 On Saturday January 28, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and the Princess of Orange started a two-week long official visit to the Caribbean part of the Netherlands.In the morning the Royal Couple and the Princess were officially welcomed by the Lieutenant Governor of Bonaire, Edison Rijna, in his official residence. Members of the Island Council and the deputies were present as well. Afterwards they paid a visit to the … Continue reading →

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Prinsjesdag 2022

  September 22, 2022 at 5:18 pm by

The Dutch Royal Family has celebrated today, Tuesday September 20, the official opening of the parliament, Prinsjesdag. King Willem-Alexander was joined by his wife, Queen Máxima, his brother Prince Constantijn and his sister-in-law, Princess Laurentien. This year’s Prinsjesdag was marked by an important debut: for the first time Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange, was present at the event. Also, due to the renovation of the Binnenhof, the usual location of … Continue reading →

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Princess Catharina-Amalia Begins University

  September 5, 2022 at 12:24 pm by

Today, Monday September 5, Her Royal Highness Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange, started her university course at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). The Princess will study for the the bachelor’s degree in Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics (PPLE). Arrived at the University in the afteroon, the Princess posed for a photocall for the media gathered outside the building. The Princess of Orange graduated cum laude from Christelijk Gymnasium Sorghvliet high … Continue reading →

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Dutch Summer Photo Session at Noordeinde Palace

  June 24, 2022 at 12:03 pm by

Today, Friday June 24, took place the annual summer photo session of the Dutch Royals. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, accompanied by their three daughters, Princesses Catharina-Amalia, Alexia and Ariane, posed inside the Noordeinde Palace. At first the photo shoot was supposed to take place on the beach at Zuiderstrand but then, due to the bad weather forecast, the location was moved to Noordeinde Palace. The King and Queen and … Continue reading →

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Dutch Princess Catharina-Amalia Introduced into the Council of State

  December 8, 2021 at 5:23 pm by

Today, Wednesday December 8, Her Royal Highness Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange, the day after turning 18 years old, was officially introduced into the Council of State. At the ceremony, held in the Ballroom of Kneuterdijk Palace, seat of the Council of State, the Princess was accompanied by Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima. Upon the arrival at the Palace, the Dutch Royals were greeted by Thom de Graaf, … Continue reading →

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Dutch Princess Catharina-Amalia Turns Eighteen

  December 7, 2021 at 3:16 am by

Today, December 7, Her Royal Highness Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess of Orange, turns 18. The Princess was born on December 7, 2003 in The Hague and she is the first child of Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima. Last June the Princess graduated cum laude from Christelijk Gymnasium Sorghvliet high school and she is currently on a gap year. Tomorrow, December 8, Princess Catharina-Amalia will be installed to the Council … Continue reading →

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