NorwayState & CeremonialThe Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima toast King Harald and Queen Sonja for their hospitality

The second day of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima’s State Visit to Norway ended with a ‘return reception’ – a tradition that is slowly disappearing, which made it all the more special to see it in action. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima hosted the Norwegian Royals at a concert, followed by a standing reception, to thank them for their hospitality during…
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Queen Máxima's Jewel Pick for State Dinner in Norway

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are in Norway for a three day state visit that was postponed from 2020 due to the global health crisis. They arrived on the morning of Tuesday, 9 November and after several engagements during the day attended a state banquet.Máxima is often known for wearing incredible jewellery and tiaras; the Dutch Royal Family has an…
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Norway and the Netherlands: the special friendship on show in past State Visits

The King and Queen of the Netherlands will make a State Visit to Norway this November. Willem-Alexander and Maxima will be hosted by their friends, King Harald and Queen Sonja, for the three day event. Although it’s Willem-Alexander’s first State Visit to Norway since becoming King in 2013, it’s not the first time these two countries have shared these important moments. Here…
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Documentary about Princess Amalia to be released ahead of 18th birthday

A documentary about Princess Amalia is set to be released the day before her 18th birthday in December.The programme ‘Princess Amalia: Teenager on the way to the throne’ will air in the Netherlands on Net5 and give insight into the life of the future queen by talking to those closest to her. The specific people involved have not yet been revealed.Reportedly, the show will…
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