The Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander sets off for forty-year reunion

As we get older and move through phases of life, many of us are lucky enough to have reunions where we see old friends, classmates, and colleagues. Royals are no different, and one king is enjoying a very special reunion this week.  King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands is known for being a pilot, often being spotted flying commercial flights for Dutch airline KLM on their KLM Cityhopper…
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Princess Amalia celebrates major milestone with her family

Princess Catharina Amalia of the Netherlands hit a major milestone as she officially graduated from the University of Amsterdam. Princess Amalia was joined by her parents, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima, her sisters, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane, and her grandmother, Princess Beatrix, for her graduation ceremony at the Royal Concert Hall in Amsterdam. The Princess of Orange is…
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The Princess of Orange returns to royal duties after major surgery

Princess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands was back on royal duty after a major injury.  Just over a week after having surgery to repair a broken arm, the Princess of Orange accompanied her father to present a new regimental standard.  King Willem-Alexander and his eldest daughter visited the Princess Catharina-Amalia Hussars Regiment at Prince Bernhard Barracks in…
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King Willem-Alexander celebrates diplomats working in "a turbulent world"

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have hosted a Gala Dinner for the Diplomatic Corps with powerful words on the importance of peace. The Dutch Royal Family hosts an annual dinner for the hundred plus diplomats who are stationed in the country. However, this year there was an added focus with the royals saying “In a turbulent world with increasing tensions, the…
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