Welcome to Part 2 of the Dutch Monarchy Current Events.
Queen Maxima arrives in San Francisco, CA to begin the working visit to California and Texas. The King has remained at home on limited activity as he recovers from pneumonia.
Video of her arrival.
Koningin M?xima landt in VS voor solo-werkbezoek | NU.nl (https://www.nu.nl/295128/video/koningin-maxima-landt-in-vs-voor-solo-werkbezoek.html)
Maxima looks great.
Video of Queen Maxima in San Francisco on Tuesday meeting Mayor London Breed at SF City Hall, visiting the Castro district and speaking with state leaders: Gov. Gavin Newsome etc...
M?xima op werkbezoek in San Francisco - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eg1NQ6Djww4)
The annual Prinsesdag (Princes' Day) ceremony took place today with TM the King and Queen, the Princess of Orange, TRH Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentian. The King read the speech from the throne. The opening of Parliament in the Netherlands is similar to the one in the UK though the dress code is less formal.
Prinsjesdag September 20 Pictures and Photos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/prinsjesdag-september-20-2022?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=prinsjesdag%20september%2020),%202022&sort=newest
Queen King of the Netherlands are joined by their daughter Amalia for an official parliament visit | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11230977/Queen-King-Netherlands-joined-daughter-Amalia-official-parliament-visit.html)
It's nice to see Amalia.
Lovely to see Amalia.She wore her mother's hat from William and Kate's wedding, including having the Dutch stars attached.
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:Jen: The Princess of Orange has quite the collection to select her gala wear jewelry. I'd say that it's on par with the Windsors and the Bernadotte's.
It appears that a number of protestors who were dissatisfied with the government's policies on nitrogen were in attendance yesterday.
Princess Amalia?s first Opening of Parliament overshadowed by protesters ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/princess-amalias-first-opening-of-parliament-overshadowed-by-protesters-181557/)
QuotePrincess Amalia joined her parents in the traditional carriage ride in the Glass Coach, but the streets were lined with both fans and protesters. Farmers, holding the Dutch flag upside down, booed as the carriage procession made its way to the Royal Theatre. Shouts of ?traitors!? could also be heard from the crowd. The farmers have been protesting the government?s nitrogen plans for months. The royal family seemed unfazed and continued waving at the crowd. However, Princess Beatrix, who watched the procession from the building of the Council of State, could barely see over the protesters.
Video of the DRF's arrival. The Princess of Orange's gown was my favorite yesterday followed by her aunt Princess Laurentian's. I am not a fan of Queen Maxima's dress yesterday.
Prinsjesdag in Den Haag dit jaar in Koninklijke Schouwburg - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wmQK-dOJXM)
Quote from: TudorQueen on September 20, 2022, 10:18:07 PM
Lovely to see Amalia.She wore her mother's hat from William and Kate's wedding, including having the Dutch stars attached.
https://twitter.com/MyRoyalsWorld/status/1572335539533090817/photo/2
https://twitter.com/MyRoyalsWorld/status/1572335539533090817/photo/3
Nice detail about the hat!
Queen Maxima has been in NY this week.
Queen M?xima makes whirlwind trip to New York for the United Nations General Assembly ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/queen-maxima-makes-whirlwind-trip-to-new-york-for-the-united-nations-general-assembly-181593/)
Today, October 19, King Willem-Alexander received the Ambassadors of France, Tanzania and the Unites States:
Geloofsbrieven ambassadeurs Frankrijk, Tanzania en Verenigde Staten | Activiteit | Het Koninklijk Huis (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/agenda/2022/10/19/geloofsbrieven-ambassadeurs-frankrijk-tanzania-en-verenigde-staten)
The King and queen are in Greece for a state visit
Arrival
https://twitter.com/GreeceMFA/status/1586831812248145920
First day events
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Banquet tonight, Maxima wearing the Mellerio ruby tiara
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Even with sometimes untidy hair Maxi suits tiaras and other grand pieces. I knew the Mellerio would come out on this visit.
Good thing that she changed into a more appropriate first day outfit with the hat and the jewelry. I can understand why she's walking carefully up on the Acropolis. It can be rather slippery up there if you step on the marble.
Won't a pants suit and more sense shoes be in order when walking around ruins? It is a wonder she did not fall and break her neck or arm when I saw the pictures.
Yes I believe at the least Maxima should have worn more sensible shoes and swapped them for the heels later in the visit. They know the itinerary in advance.
I love doing walking tours of sites like that. My feet hurt just watching her. Some royal women need to put sensible before fashion at times.
Day 2
Attended a resilience exhibition
https://twitter.com/koninklijkhuis/status/1587371478848360449
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Gelijke en eerlijke behandeling zijn fundamentele mensenrechten. Toch hebben vrouwen over de hele wereld te maken met (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkaWFr9Kncp/?hl=en)
Attending a pitch contest at Orange Grove startups. The Dutch embassy has initiative to offer training and workshops for Greek entrepeneurs.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Jonge Griekse ondernemers en startups kunnen voor onder meer trainingen en workshops terecht bij Orange Grove startups, (https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckaj-Y4Kzzz/?hl=en)
They visited Clinic Elpida which opened in 2010. Its the first pediatric cancer hospital in Greece. Before kids often had to leave Greece for treatment.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Kliniek Elpida is de eerste kliniek in Griekenland voor de behandeling van kinderkanker. Voordat de kliniek in 2010 (https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckayn7zqgyd/?hl=en)
The afternoon focus was on refugees. Together they visited a school for integration of refugee kids in Greek schools, a program called 'school for all'. The kids performed. Later the couple split. The king went to a shelter for Ukrainian refugee kids. Maxima went to one that helps unaccompanied female youth refugees specifically. The Dutch government is involved in the operating of both.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "In de middag leggen de Koning en Koningin M?xima een aantal bezoeken af in het kader van migratie en integratie. Zij (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkbMvepqJlo/?hl=en)
Dank u @Tudor Queen for the updates on the State Visit to Greece. I have to say that I was a little surprised that Greece only opened its first pediatric cancer hospital in 2010. However I am glad now that the kids and their families can at least remain in the country for treatment.
Dutch State Visit to Greece - Day 2 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2022/11/1/dutch-state-visit-to-greece-day-2) -This article has highlights from Day Two as well as some fashion identification for Queen Maxima.
Yes 2010 seems late for an advanced country. Having a sick child is hard enough, cant imagine having to go out of country for treatment.
Day 3, last day, they are in Thessaloniki
They first attended session for economic sustainability and agriculture at LaBattoir, meeting Greek and Dutch entrepreneurs.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "De laatste dag van het staatsbezoek vindt plaats in Thessaloniki, een historische belangrijke stad in Griekenland. Het (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkdFY-sqqQM/?hl=en)
The Method - labattoir (https://www.labattoir.org/the-method.html)
They took a walking tour of some of the most famous sites (the history buff in me is so jealous). It included the Jewish quarter, Ottoman bathhouse, Roman agora and a Greek Orthodox church.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Door de eeuwen heen is Thessaloniki een kruispunt geweest van culturen, in het hart van Europa. De stad heeft tot vele (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkdYgB9KmaH/?hl=en)
They later cycled to White Tower with the city's mayor.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands exudes style on bike ride in Thessaloniki | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11381989/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-exudes-style-bike-ride-Thessaloniki.html)
The last visit was to a collective project called Entrepreneurial University which involves 19 Greek universities. They met with the Greek minister of education and head of 2 schools involved to discus importance of sharing ideas. The Dutch embassy is working to introduce Dutch schools to the collective sharing of ideas.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Het driedaags staatsbezoek aan Griekenland wordt afgesloten met een bezoek over het samenwerkingsproject (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkdiZ4PKxKh/?hl=en)
Couple's thanks before leaving
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "?Griekenland verwarmt de ziel. Wij koesteren onze vriendschap met dit prachtige land. Een land waarin oeroude (https://www.instagram.com/p/CkdoqyuKELM/?hl=en)
There is something wrong with a king pedaling a bike in a suit and tie as there is a queen behind him doing the same in *heels* no less.......please give me a break here, get out the jeans and sneakers and sweaters and peddle away and leave the diamonds at home Max. Being somewhat of a history buff myself, I would be crawling over ruins in steel top boots or sneakers with jeans and a sweater, leaving the glamour at home for another time. Who advises them on what the event is should also be helpful with the type of clothing when it calls for something different than normal.
In fairness they arent tourists. They also had four events crammed into one day. Jeans and sneakers were not appropriate for two
Maxima did the best by choosing a cute pair of pants comfortable to ride in but works for other events. The heals I'd have swapped but hey Kate wears heels to play field hockey. It seems royals have it down.
Quote from: Nightowl on November 04, 2022, 03:51:52 AM
There is something wrong with a king pedaling a bike in a suit and tie as there is a queen behind him doing the same in *heels* no less.......please give me a break here, get out the jeans and sneakers and sweaters and peddle away and leave the diamonds at home Max. Being somewhat of a history buff myself, I would be crawling over ruins in steel top boots or sneakers with jeans and a sweater, leaving the glamour at home for another time. Who advises them on what the event is should also be helpful with the type of clothing when it calls for something different than normal.
Well the Dutch Royals are the best known examples of the "bicycling monarchies" which was a reputation more or less established after WWII with the late Queen (Princess) Juliana who was known as the "nation's social worker." She loved her grand jewelry but was also known to be very down to earth. She established a tradition of making private visits to schools, hospitals, care homes etc... because when she went on her formal engagements she more of less said that she didn't see the real work being done but rather a showcase.
Honestly this isn't the first time that Maxima's done a bicycling in heels engagement on a busy day. She and the other younger ladies in the DRF roller blade, jump, dance and more during the annual King's Day when they're all dressed up with dresses and heels. As
@TudorQueen pointed out "It seems the royals have it down."
Here's an article from 2013 from around the time when KW-A was invested that explains the "bicycling monarchy" term.
Opinion: Dutch monarchs' lessons for world's royals | CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2013/04/30/opinion/dutch-monarchy-lessons)
QuoteThe soubriquet ?bicycling monarchy? is largely an invention of the press. In reality it is a style pioneered by Queen Juliana and continued by Queen Beatrix of being less formal and more approachable and this is extremely popular domestically.
The Dutch Royals welcomed the President Mattarella of Italy and his daughter Laura Mattarella (She acts as "First Lady" for her widowed father) today in Amsterdam at the Welcome Ceremony for the incoming State Visit.
Mattarella al Palazzo Reale di Amsterdam - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yle0_-5y_Og)
Day 2 of the incoming Italian State Visit to the Netherlands. TM, PM Rutte along with President Mattarella and his daughter Laura at a lunch hosted by the Dutch government.
QueenM?xima of the Netherlands stuns as she attends government lunch for Italian President | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11413023/QueenM-xima-Netherlands-stuns-attends-government-lunch-Italian-President.html)
https://twitter.com/RoyalCentral/status/1590994741461647362?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
QuotePrincess Margriet will address the participants of GLF Climate: Frontiers of Change via a video message.
While Princess Laurentien does not typically perform royal duties, she does have some patronages that she supports.
QuotePrincess Laurentien attended the presentation of the International Children's Peace Prize 2022 at the Grote Kerk in Den Haag today, November 14:
Princess Margriet, Prof. Pieter van Vollenhoven , Prince Floris and Princess Aimee attend the NAF ball in New York. Princess Margriet and Prof. Pieter van Vollenhoven are the Patrons of the organization.
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Queen Maxima pays a visit to the Social Grocery Store in Amsterdam. The Social Grocery store is supported by the Oranje Fonds.
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Oh my goodness, who let the Queen out of the palace with that hair......don't they have hair brushes and combs and someone to help her get ready before an event? That is pitiful and shows disrespect to the people who organized the event. Takes 2 minutes to run a comb through the hair......do it even in the car.
Maxi?s always had that sort of hair. It flies away at the drop of a hat!
Quote from: Curryong on November 23, 2022, 10:22:44 AM
Maxi?s always had that sort of hair. It flies away at the drop of a hat!
Yes her hair has always been fly away. Also The Netherlands is very windy especially in cities close to the sea like Amsterdam.
However today she seems to have read our comments and has pulled her hair back for today's visit to a sustainable jeans factory.
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775904259&family=editorial)
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=6642868)
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28 November 2022 16:14
M?xima presents Prince Bernhard Cultuurfonds Prize
Queen Maxima during the presentation of the Prince Bernhard Cultuurfonds Prize 2022 in the Amsterdam STREET museum at the Anne Frank House. The foundation receives the oeuvre prize for years of drawing attention to Anne Frank's ideas in a creative and inspiring way.
Quote from: TLLK on November 23, 2022, 01:01:01 PM
Yes her hair has always been fly away. Also The Netherlands is very windy especially in cities close to the sea like Amsterdam.
However today she seems to have read our comments and has pulled her hair back for today's visit to a sustainable jeans factory.
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775904259&family=editorial)
I am a fan of Max's new hairstyle; it suits her flyaway texture much better. It looks very neat and polished, pulled back into a bun. I m a fan!
TM at the Erasmus Prize ceremony.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima present 2022 Erasmus Prize ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2022/11/29/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-present-2022-erasmus-prize)
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On Tuesday, King Willem-Alexander presented the 2022 Erasmus Prize to Israeli writer David Grossman. Queen Maxima and Princess Beatrix also attended the event.
The Erasmus Prize is awarded annually to a person or institution that has made an important contribution in the fields of humanities, social sciences and arts within the framework of Europe's cultural traditions
Queen Maxima attends MIND Us Foundation meeting ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2022/12/6/queen-maxima-attends-mind-us-foundation-meeting)
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On Tuesday, Queen Maxima opened a meeting of the MIND Us Foundation at Noordeinde Palace. Queen Maxima is the Honorary Chairman of the Foundation.
During the meeting, the board of the Foundation presented its program to strengthen the mental health of young people.
Prince Constantijn as Special Envoy for Techleap attended the opening of the NL Tech Pavilions at the CES 2023 tech event in Las Vegas on January 5:
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Queen Maxi (my favourite Queen Consort) speaking in English, with great authority at the World Economic Forum.
Queen M?xima on Instagram: "Our favorite Queen at her best at the High-Level Panel on Africa in Davos this week ?" (https://www.instagram.com/tv/B7v8p9sH5HI/?igshid=slwmb7hys3jm)
Princess Laurentian speaks on her literacy program and the children of Ukraine.
Princess Laurentien celebrates project milestone and looks to the future of children in the Ukraine war ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/princess-laurentien-celebrates-project-milestone-and-looks-to-the-future-of-children-in-the-ukraine-war-185344/)
The Dutch royals have held their New Years' receptions on January 17 and 18, 2023. No photos from inside the palace but there's usually arrival and departure photos.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Vandaag ontvangen Koning Willem-Alexander en Koningin M?xima tijdens de traditionele Nieuwjaarsontvangst enkele (https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnhku84tLzh/?hl=en)
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13722359)
Queen M?xima talks about financial health in new interview ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/queen-maxima-talks-about-financial-health-in-new-interview-185856/)
QuoteQueen M?xima sat down for an interview with CNBC while at the World Economic Forum in Davos last week to talk about financial inclusion.
The Queen of the Netherlands attends the World Economic Forum annually in her role as the UN Secretary-General?s Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development, and was asked by reporter Tania Bryer about the progress financial inclusion has made since the 2022 Forum.
?We?ve had amazing progress,? Queen M?xima said, relaying that the world data indicates that 76% of the world?s population has access to financial services. In 2011, that number was at 50%.
?Financial inclusion is a means to an end, not an end in itself, so it is about actually having financial health? It basically means being able to deal with your funds on a day-to-day basis,? the Queen said, adding that resiliency, being able to create long-term goals, and not having financial stress are also important tenants to financial health.
Her Majesty said she was optimistic about the collaborations and discussions she?d seen at Davos this year between private and public sector organisations?and private sectors organisations with each other?in regards to financial inclusion.
Queen M?xima said that people need greater access to digital identification so that they can create digital profiles; and that the pandemic has shown that a lot of money had to be moved by mobile means.
A rare in person royal engagement for Princess Laurentien who is married to Prince Constantijn and the sister-in-law to King W-A. Her focus is on literacy.
If I had to give an example of a successful designation of "royal with career who still participates in national events and has patronages" I'd look to The Netherlands. While it's not "half in/half out" as the pair do not receive state funding, they are part of the Royal House and are official representatives of the monarchy while having careers too.
Prince Constantijn-Career Prince Constantijn | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/members-royal-house/prince-constantijn)
Princess Laurentien Princess Laurentien | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/members-royal-house/princess-laurentien)
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Queen Maxima visits MindUS projects in Utrecht ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/1/25/queen-maxima-visits-mindus-projects-in-utrecht)
QuoteOn Wednesday, Queen Maxima visited MindUS projects in Utrechy as Honorary Chairman of MindUS.
The King (who piloted their plane) https://twitter.com/BjornHoex/status/1619077548624998400, Queen Maxima and the Princess of Orange have arrived in Aruba for the start of their tour of the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is made up of four parts: Aruba, Curacao, the Netherlands and Sint Maarten. The Princess of Orange has received an excused absence from the University of Amsterdam where she is a student. This is the first time she's taken part in an official overseas visit to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Het bezoek aan het Caribische deel van het Koninkrijk is begonnen! De Koning, Koningin M?xima en de Prinses van Oranje (https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn7yMnUttHh/)
More photos from their arrival. From viewing the photos it appears to be extremely windy. Princess C-A is struggling with her dress a little bit, so there's a learning experience that nearly every royal lady has had to encounter at an airport.
First official day activities. https://d1.momapix.com/legionmedia/2240c98673781df3f4b4b3fc1e650dfec6bf944b063dbc4a5548568743390dad07/Preview64519869.jpg/LGN64519869.jpg?v.0.9f810ebd27f4dbcf1ccc9302e5125f08&w=876&h=528
Video of the first day.
Amalia in zwierige jurk naar gezaghebber Bonaire - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOn4W0R3CNw)
Queen M?xima and King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands visit the Dutch Caribbean Islands | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11687257/Queen-M-xima-King-Willem-Alexander-Netherlands-visit-Dutch-Caribbean-Islands.html)
So King W-A has kept his flying hours up and still pilot?s planes! I think that?s terrific. And it must be really interesting for C-A to see all this from the colonial days. But this is very different time and it?s good to see that those ties remain.
Dutch Royal Family Tour Of The Dutch Caribbean Islands : Day Two -
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775930226&family=editorial)
Dutch Royal Family visited the Taste of Bonaire festival in Kralendijk (https://www.newmyroyals.com/2023/01/dutch-royal-family-visited-taste-of.html?m=1)
QuoteOn the second day of their visit to Bonaire, King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima and Crown Princess Amalia of The Netherlands visited the Taste of Bonaire Festival in Kralendijk, a cultural market with local products, culinary offerings and musical performances. The King, the Queen and the Crown Princess are visiting the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands from 27 January to 9 February.
The trio continue their visit in Aruba.
https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2023/01/30/dutch_royals_visit_to_the_dutch_caribbean_islands,_day_3
Dutch Royal Couple and Princess Catharina-Amalia visit the Dutch Caribbean Islands - Day 4 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/1/31/dutch-royal-couple-and-princess-catharina-amalia-visit-the-dutch-caribbean-islands-day-4)
QuoteOn Tuesday, King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima, and Princess Catharina-Amalia spent their fourth day in the Dutch Caribbean Islands, their second in Aruba.
Today, February 1, King Willem-Alexander, Queen M?xima and Princess Catharina-Amalia sailed from Aruba to Cura?ao on patrol ship HNLMS Holland and continued their visit on Cura?ao:
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands and her daughter Princess Catharina-Amalia leave Aruba | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11701619/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-daughter-Princess-Catharina-Amalia-leave-Aruba.html?ico=topics_pagination_desktop)
The visit continues on the island of Curacao where the King and Queen celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary.
Queen M?xima of the Netherlands dazzles in sunny gown as she celebrates her 21st wedding | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11706449/Queen-M-xima-Netherlands-dazzles-sunny-gown-celebrates-21st-wedding.html)
Quotehttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11706449/Queen-M-xima-Netherlands-dazzles-sunny-gown-celebrates-21st-wedding.html
The DRF later attended a dinner.
https://twitter.com/RickEversRoyal/status/1621287488214994945
Princess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands, 19, releases sea turtle back into the wild | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11712609/Princess-Catharina-Amalia-Netherlands-19-releases-sea-turtle-wild.html#comments)
QuotePrincess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands was a picture of joy as she assisted in the release of a sea turtle during her two-week tour of the Dutch Caribbean Islands.
Joined by her parents King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima, the princess has been embarking on a tour of the scenic islands over the past week.
After visiting Bonaire and Aruba, the Dutch royals are now in Cura?ao until Monday, before heading to St Maarten, St Eustatius and Saba next week.
On Friday, Amalia, 19, was photographed releasing a sea turtle back into the wild during a visit to Sea Turtle Conservation Cura?ao as Maxima watched on.
The family later embarked on a tour of the Hofi Mango planta area, and visited the Jump-In Tumba Festival on day seven of their tropical adventure.
Dutch Royal Couple and Princess Catharina-Amalia visit the Dutch Caribbean Islands - Day 8 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/2/6/dutch-royal-couple-and-princess-catharina-amalia-visit-the-dutch-caribbean-islands-day-8)
The tour continues on its 8th day in Caribbean portions of the Kingdom with a mixture of engagements related transportation, disaster relief and a hospital visit. St Maarten was heavily impacted by a hurricane in 2017 and rebuilding continues there.
The DRF visit to the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom continues to its final destination. Former KLM pilot King W-A aka Capt. Van Amsberg piloted the plane to the island of Sint Maarten.
Dutch royal visit lands in Sint Maarten ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/dutch-royal-visit-lands-in-sint-maarten-186284/)
QuoteThe Dutch Royal Family is continuing on their tour of the Dutch Caribbean and landed in Sint Maarten on Monday, 6 February.
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands briefly switched royals to his ?other? job and co-piloted the plane that flew the Dutch royals to Sint Maarten for the final leg of their Caribbean tour. The King shared in 2017 that he had been flying as a pilot for the Dutch airline KLM for over two decades.
Accompanied by his wife, Queen M?xima, and his daughter, Princess Catharina-Amalia, Willem-Alexander had a busy day in Sint Maarten.
Sint Maarten is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The country covers less than half of the island of Saint Marten, with the top half a French entity.
The family continued with their aero-theme for the day as they visited the Princess Juliana International Airport to view how reconstruction work is progressing after a hurricane largely damaged the airport in 2017.
An upcoming outgoing State Visit to Slovakia for early March.
State visit to Slovakia - programme | News item | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/latest/news/2023/02/09/state-visit-to-slovakia-programme)
Final day of the tour of the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. Each island was visited for a couple of days and each held its own version of "Kings Day" at some point during the visit with plenty of music, dancing and the DRF joining in.
Divers programma voor Oranjes na spectaculaire landing op Saba - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSO_YH_kRBo)
Queen Maxima visits the Princess M?xima Center and the Institute for Public Values ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/2/14/queen-maxima-visits-the-princess-mxima-center-and-the-institute-for-public-values)
QuoteThe Princess M?xima Center for Pediatric Oncology celebrates its 5th anniversary in 2023 and Queen Maxima met with staff to discuss the Center?s work and how innovations can improve treatments.
Today, Queen Maxima was in Eindhoven to meet designers and to visit the Eindhoven Hendrik Casimir Institute:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2023/02/16/queen_maxima_visits_designers_in_eindhoven)
Prince Constantijn as Special Envoy for Techleap attended the State of Dutch Tech 2023 "Together in Transitions" event in Den Haag today, February 16: PM Mark Rutte was also present at the event.
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=6845196)
King Willem-Alexander visited Dutch soldiers who are part of the NATO enhanced Forward Presence in Pabrade, Lithuania today:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13776626)
Queen Maxima visits the Temporary Emergency Energy Fund's customer contact center ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/2/23/queen-maxima-visits-the-temporary-emergency-energy-funds-customer-contact-center)
QuoteOn Thursday, Queen Maxima visited the Temporary Emergency Energy Fund's customer contact center in The Hague. The fund supports vulnerable households that run into financial difficulties due to high energy prices.
TM arrive in Slovkia for their State Visit and are greeted by the President who IMO is a Maxima look alike! I had to do a double take on the photos.
DPG Media Privacy Gate (https://www.ad.nl/show/staatsbezoek-van-start-willem-alexander-vloog-maxima-treft-goede-bekende-in-slowakije~af4e09a06/?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theroyalforums.com%2F)
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=6920240)
Max's look alike, I actually thought it was her!
Updates on TM's State Visit to Slovakia which concludes on March 9th.
Dutch State Visit to Slovakia - Day 1 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/7/dutch-state-visit-to-slovakia-day-1)
Dutch State Visit to Slovakia - Day 2 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/8/dutch-state-visit-to-slovakia-day-2)
Dutch State Visit to Slovakia - Day 3 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/9/dutch-state-visit-to-slovakia-day-3)
It's one of the DOET days in The Netherlands where people are encouraged to spend the day volunteering with organizations.
10 & 11 maart 2023 is het weer NLdoet! | NLdoet (https://www.nldoet.nl/)
The King and Queen are working in a community garden today.
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=10-03-2023%20NLDoet)
Queen Maxima turns heads in a vibrant pink shirt and bright purple suit in Gouda | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11858151/Queen-Maxima-turns-heads-vibrant-pink-shirt-bright-purple-suit-Gouda.html?ico=topics_pagination_desktop)
QuoteMIND Us works on the healthy development of young people to become more resilient and get a grip on their mental health.
The charity create a platform where young people feel seen and heard alongside policy makers, municipalities, entrepreneurs and scientists
Queen Maxima is in Morocco in her UN role.
Queen M?xima to visit Morocco to discuss digital financial services | News item | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/latest/news/2023/03/17/queen-maxima-to-visit-morocco-to-discuss-digital-financial-services)
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=20-03-2023%20Morocca)
Queen Maxima of The Netherlands touches down in Morocco for UN financial talks | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11881451/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-touches-Morocco-financial-talks.html?ico=related-replace)
Queen Maxima's trip to Morocco continues.
Queen Maxima stuns in colourful dress as she visits Morocco | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-11884851/Queen-Maxima-stuns-colourful-dress-visits-Morocco.html)
KWA is in NY for the United Nations Water conference. HM gave a speech yesterday.
Videoboodschap van de Koning tijdens de plenaire sessie ?High-level Panel on Water and Disasters' - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQ7Qf8feo2I)
QM is in Morocco still.
Queen Maxima visits Morocco - Day 3 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/22/queen-maxima-visits-morocco-day-3)
Princess Beatrix at the celebration of the 160th anniversary of the Royal Home for Former Soldiers and Museum Bronbeek today, March 24:
https://www.ppe-agency.com/500px/Mar2023/PPE23032403.jpg
Queen Maxima opens the Money Week ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/27/queen-maxima-opens-the-money-week)
QuoteOn Monday, Queen Maxima officially opened the 12th edition of the Money Week in Utrecht. Queen Maxima is the honorary chairman of the Money Wise platform.
Queen Maxima attends events in Maastricht and Roermond ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/3/29/queen-maxima-attends-events-in-maastricht-and-roermond)
QuoteOn Wednesday, Queen Maxima attended two events in Maastricht and Roermond. She first attended the 51st spring conference of the Dutch Association (NVvP) for Psychiatry during which she gave the opening speech. Afterward, Queen Maxima visited Women's Center Maximina and DB4ALL/Tigers Roermond. Both organizations are supported by the Oranje Fonds. Women's Center Maximina is a meeting place for women with different backgrounds in the Donderberg district while DB4ALL/Tigers Roermond supports young people in their development by, for example, offering homework guidance and workshops.
Today, March 30, Queen M?xima participated in a Fire Bucket Operations training of the Defense Helicopter Command in Rijen:
LA REINA MAXIMA DE HOLANDA TRAS UNA MANIOBRA DE ENTRENAMIENTO CON LOS PILOTOS DE HELICOPTEROS DEL EJERCITO - Todos - ..:GTRESONLINE:.. (http://images.gtresnews.com/es/feature/1297883/la-reina-maxima-de-holanda-tras-una-maniobra-de-entrenamiento-con-los-pilotos-de-helicopteros-del-ejercito/page/1/SN/ACTUALITY_TODOS)
Today, April 5, Queen M?xima paid a working visit to the Maan Group in Raalte, who has won the King Willem I Award in the SME category in 2022:
King Willem-Alexander visits site of deadly train crash ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/king-willem-alexander-visits-site-of-deadly-train-crash-188062/)
QuoteKing Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands travelled to Voorschoten to visit the site of the deadly crash that involved two trains and a crane.
His Majesty arrived on site on the morning of 4 April, just a few hours after the crash took place, at roughly 3:25 am local time.
According to the first accounts, both the passenger train and the goods train collided with a crane used for repairs on two of the four rail tracks in that segment. The passenger train collided with the crane first, splitting in half; one coach slid down a nearby grass slope, taking down one of the power lines.
TM the King and Queen welcomed the President of France and Madame Macron to The Netherlands.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FtbMHW8WwAEM1Qb?format=jpg&name=large
French State Visit to the Netherlands - Day 1 ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/4/11/french-state-visit-to-the-netherlands-day-1) Both Maxima and her sister-in-law Laurentian were wearing tiaras at the State Dinner.
Day 2 of the State Visit to The Netherlands.
https://www.gettyimages.de/search/2/image?events=775961668&family=editorial
King's Day Celebrations are beginning tonight with a concert attended by TM the King and Queen, the Princess of Orange, Princess Ariane, Princess Beatrix and Princess Laurentian.
LOS REYES DE HOLANDA ASISTEN A UN CONCIERTO JUNTO A SU FAMILIA - Todos - ..:GTRESONLINE:.. (http://images.gtresnews.com/es/feature/1298703/los-reyes-de-holanda-asisten-a-un-concierto/page/1/SN/ACTUALITY_TODOS)
Queen Maxima visits Milan Design Week ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/4/18/queen-maxima-visits-milan-design-week)
Quote
On Tuesday, Queen Maxima visited Milan Design Week to support Dutch designers.
She first visited an innovative urban park in Isola which has been designed here by the Dutch landscape architect Petra Blaisse. She also met Dutch designers and labels at the Circolare expo square designed by Studio MAST.
No words to describe that coat with holes, attention getting in not a good way, what was she thinking and please Queen Max, wash that hair at least once a week.
A big heavy looking coat that was ugly and mad uglier with big holes.
Quote from: Nightowl on April 20, 2023, 02:38:35 AM
No words to describe that coat with holes, attention getting in not a good way, what was she thinking and please Queen Max, wash that hair at least once a week.
Maxima's always had a rather "eclectic" sense of fashion, but this coat is definitely an interesting look. Maxima's hair is probably rather thin and doesn't "behave" with the Netherland's windy climate.
And it's King's Day today in The Netherlands! The Dutch Royal Family : W-A, Maxima, Amalia, Ariane, Constantijn and Laurentian as well as all four cousins and their wives were in Rotterdam for the celebrations. Alexia is still at school in Wales. This is not only the King's birthday but his ten year anniversary on the throne is also being celebrate. Crowds were reportedly so large and that city had to request that no one else showed up after awhile. As usual it's loud, colorful and very active with the family participating in may activities.
If you've never seen a King's Day event, here's video to give you an idea of what happens.
Dit was Koningsdag in Rotterdam (https://nos.nl/collectie/13929/video/2473046-dit-was-koningsdag-in-rotterdam)
New picture released today, 10th anniversary
of Princess Beatrix?s abdication
King Willem-Alexander?s accession
Princess Catarina-Amalia, heir to the throne
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fu9gRuvWcAkSi5Z?format=jpg&name=small)
There were two. The other is just the king and his daughter.
https://twitter.com/CoutureRoyals/status/1652590162726068226/photo/2
Quote from: wannable on April 30, 2023, 01:42:58 PM
New picture released today, 10th anniversary
of Princess Beatrix?s abdication
King Willem-Alexander?s accession
Princess Catarina-Amalia, heir to the throne
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fu9gRuvWcAkSi5Z?format=jpg&name=small)
What a lovely photo of the former Queen, the King and the Princess of Orange. It's hard to believe that ten years have gone by since the abdication and investiture.
May 4 is Remembrance Day in The Netherlands. The King and Queen were at the Dam Square in Amsterdam for the traditional wreath laying and two minutes of silence.
Nationale Herdenking | Activiteit | Het Koninklijk Huis (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/agenda/2023/05/04/nationale-herdenking)
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima meet Kenyan Presidential Couple ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/5/8/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-meet-kenyan-presidential-couple)
The King and Queen aboard the Royal Yacht (sailboat) that was gifted to Princess Beatrix decades ago.
Koningspaar slaapt op Groene Draeck Terschelling - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCYaME-fMa0)
Queen Maxima of The Netherlands visits Wadden Islands | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12063639/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-visits-Wadden-Islands.html)
Queen Maxima visited the company NXP Semiconductors in Nijmegen, winner of the Koning Willem I Award:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13932695)
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on May 25, 2023, 09:56:33 PM
Queen Maxima visited the company NXP Semiconductors in Nijmegen, winner of the Koning Willem I Award:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13932695)
I like Max's look at this event.
Tod, King Willem-Alexander attended the celebration for the 100th anniversary of the Oranje-Nassau Historical Society at Het Loo Palace in Apeldoorn:
https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2023/05/26/oranje-nassau_historical_society_100th_anniversary,_apeldoorn?
Queen Maxima arrives for a meeting in S?o Paulo on first day of three-day trip to Brazil | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12160767/Queen-Maxima-arrives-meeting-S-o-Paulo-day-three-day-trip-Brazil.html)
Day 3: https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/queen-maxima-june-7-2023?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=queen%20maxima%20june%207,%202023&sort=newest&irgwc=1&esource=AFF_GI_IR_Skimbit%20Ltd._10078&asid=Skimbit%20Ltd.&cid=GI&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Skimbit%20Ltd.&utm_content=10078
King Willem-Alexander paid a working visit to Brightlands Chemelot Campus and Chemelot industrial park in Geleen today:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13956768)
Queen M?xima of the Netherlands stuns in a shimmering blue and gold two piece at The Royal Palace | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12197445/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-stuns-shimmering-blue-gold-two-piece-Royal-Palace.html)
Queen Maxima as Honorary Chairwoman of SchuldenlabNL attended a meeting at Vebego in Uden about the progress of the activities of the National Coalition for Financial Health (NCFG) today:
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=28-06-2023%20Queen)
This is a plain outfit compared to Max's normal attire.
The DRF held its annual summer photo session today.
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/13992830)
Princess Alexia shares at photosession the news that she plans to take a gap year like her sister Amalia did.
Prinses Alexia neemt tussenjaar: 'Heel even terug naar mezelf' | NU.nl (https://www.nu.nl/301276/video/prinses-alexia-neemt-tussenjaar-heel-even-terug-naar-mezelf.html)
A very beautiful young lady yet her eyes tells of a strong minded do it her way young lady.
The Dutch king apologizes for his country?s role in slavery on 150th anniversary of abolition (https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/dutch-king-apologizes-countrys-role-slavery-150th-anniversary-abolitio-rcna92197)
https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2023/07/01/dutch_slavery_commemoration,_amsterdam?
QuoteAMSTERDAM ? Dutch King Willem-Alexander apologized Saturday for his country?s role in slavery and asked for forgiveness in a historic speech greeted by cheers and whoops at an event to commemorate the anniversary of the abolition of slavery.
The king?s speech followed Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte?s apology late last year for the country?s role in the slave trade and slavery. It is part of a wider reckoning with colonial histories in the West that have been spurred in recent years by the Black Lives Matter movement.
In an emotional speech, Willem-Alexander referred back to that apology as he told a crowd of invited guests and onlookers: ?Today I stand before you. Today, as your King and as a member of the government, I make this apology myself. And I feel the weight of the words in my heart and my soul.
King Willem-Alexander interrupts vacation as government falls ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/king-willem-alexander-interrupts-vacation-as-government-falls-191339/)
QuoteKing Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has been forced to interrupt his vacation as the Dutch government has fallen.
The coalition parties were in disagreement over asylum policies, according to the now-former Prime Minister Mark Rutte. Mark Rutte?s VVD Party wanted to limit the flow of asylum seekers, while his junior coalition partners were opposed to his plan. The four parties were unable to come to an agreement during crisis talks held on Friday.
Mr Rutte told reporters, ?All parties went to great lengths to find a solution, but the differences on migration are unfortunately impossible to bridge.? He is meeting with King Willem-Alexander to discuss forming a caretaker administration until new elections can be held.
He had informed the King in writing last night and offered the resignation of his cabinet. King Willem-Alexander arrived back in the Netherlands earlier today and welcomed Mark Rutte to Huis ten Bosch palace around 1 P.M. It is the second time during the King?s reign that a government has fallen. This was Mark Rutte?s third government, which fell in January 2021.
It was not announced where the King was returning from, but the absence of the royal standard on the roof of the palace indicated that the King was not on Dutch territory.
Oh dear, the same old conundrum about asylum seekers that?s been bedevilling Europe for twenty years. Another election, another set of politicians elected to try and do something about it. I don?t think King W-A will be exactly delighted to have his holiday interrupted either!
It's not surprising that there's continued fighting over asylum seekers in Europe. I understand that PM Mark Rutte has decided to leave politics.
Quote from: TLLK on July 10, 2023, 03:17:59 PM
It's not surprising that there's continued fighting over asylum seekers in Europe. I understand that PM Mark Rutte has decided to leave politics.
Yes I read that. I approve, actually. I don?t understand the need for ex PMs who have had their term(s) of Office wanting to hang around Parliament afterwards. Several of our ex PMs lounged around on the back benches after they'd been thrown out by the Party Room or the electorate, but most left in a timely manner. Do something else with your life, whether in private business, a niche position overseas or something else.
The King has met with the chairwoman of the Parliament at Huis ten Bosch palace.
Koning krijgt bezoek van Tweede Kamervoorzitter Vera Bergkamp - Vorsten (https://www.vorsten.nl/vorstenhuizen/koning-krijgt-bezoek-van-tweede-kamervoorzitter-vera-bergkamp/)
It's time to start the calendar of upcoming State Visits.
State visit to South Africa | News item | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/latest/news/2023/08/17/state-visit-to-south-africa)
QuoteState visit to South Africa
News item | 17-08-2023 | 17:17
His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen M?xima will pay a state visit to the Republic of South Africa, at the invitation of President Cyril Ramaphosa. The visit will take place from Wednesday 18 to Friday 20 October 2023. The King and Queen will be accompanied on their visit by Minister of Foreign Affairs Wopke Hoekstra.
The Netherlands has historic links to SA of course, and I?m sure everything will go well. It?s just that security might be a little bit of a worry. But, the big question in many royal watchers? minds. Will the banquet be a tiara event, SA being very much a republic.
Princess Alexia will undertake her first solo engagement next week.
Prinses Alexia doopt schip van Van Oord | Nieuwsbericht | Het Koninklijk Huis (https://www-koninklijkhuis-nl.translate.goog/actueel/nieuws/2023/08/28/prinses-alexia-doopt-schip-van-van-oord?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=de&_x_tr_pto=wapp)
QuoteHer Royal Highness Princess Alexia of the Netherlands will christen Van Oord's trailing suction hopper dredger Vox Alexia in Rotterdam on Saturday 9 September.
TM the King and Queen hosted a luncheon for citizens who have made a contribution to society.
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=01-09-2023%20Palace)
The Royal Household announces that Princess Alexia will be present at Prinsjesdag Day on Sept. 19, 2023. This will be her first attendance at this ceremonial opening of the Dutch Parliament. King W-A will read a government prepared speech from the throne, much like his counterpart in the UK will do.
Informatie over Prinsjesdag 2023 | Prinsjesdag | Het Koninklijk Huis (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/onderwerpen/prinsjesdag/informatie-over-prinsjesdag)
Queen Maxima paid a visit to the MIND US mental health charity in Groningen today.
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=05-09-2023%20Mind)
The King receiving ambassadors today at Noordeinde Palace.
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=06-09-2023%20Palace)
Here's video from Princess Alexia's first solo engagement.
Alexia?s eerste werkdag als prinses - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ou2j535LX4)
Queen Maxima meets with representatives of The NL's gaming industry today in association with her work with MIND US.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands looks typically chic as she attends gaming industry meeting in Amsterdam | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12508353/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-looks-typically-chic-attends-gaming-industry-meeting-Amsterdam.html)
QuoteThe charity creates a platform where young people feel seen and heard alongside policy makers, municipalities, entrepreneurs and scientists.
During the visit, the royal received an explanation of Mentally Healthy Groningen, and the initiative aimed at improving care for young people dealing with mental health issues.
Today is Prinsjdag in The Netherlands where the monarch will read a speech from the throne. As in the UK, the speech is prepared by the government to inform the public of their plans for the year.
TM the King and Queen, the Princess of Orange, Princess Alexia, Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentian are present today. Most of the ladies are wearing long day dresses, their orders and hats. Queen Maxima is wearing trousers and a long ornate coat. This is the first time I've ever seen trousers worn to the event and I'm not a fan. <_<
LA FAMILIA REAL DE HOLANDA SALUDANDO DESDE EL BALCON EN LAS CELEBRACIONES DEL DIA DEL PRINCIPE - Todos - ..:GTRESONLINE:.. (http://images.gtresnews.com/es/feature/1306832/la-familia-real-de-holanda-celebra-el-budget-day-en-el-teatro-real-de-la-haya/page/2/SN/ACTUALITY_TODOS)
Wearing trousers to such an event does seem a bit odd. Maybe she had hurt her leg, had bruises or something. Admittedly Maxi is a very idiosyncratic dresser at times, so perhaps she just thought she would try it out. It will probably be back to a long dress next year.
@Curryong-Yes I do believe that she will return to a long dress or skirt next year. Honestly if Laurentian had worn this outfit, I wouldn't have been surprised though as she too has been known to be quite eclectic when it comes to fashion.
Here's a blog post with a video of the family's balcony appearance at the end of the day.
Prinsjesdag 2023 | The Royal Watcher (https://royalwatcherblog.com/2023/09/19/prinsjesdag-2023-1/)
The King's speech.
Troonrede 2023 - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=if1EWcHpaDE)
Yes, and Mabel too has been known for everything but the kitchen sink dressing. But what Maxi is wearing wouldn?t be suitable for any event I can think of. An evening reception for ambassadors and wives, a State visit somewhere, a festival? And a scalloped long coat, over-jacket of many odd and non coordinating colours in some sort of blotchy and weird pattern, combined with unusual accessories like her headgear. It reminded me a bit of the long jazzy coats and pants of the 1970s. I wonder which dressmaker was responsible.
Words escape me on Queen Max outfit, she so many times has made horrible choices in her clothing, she needed lessons from HM in some ways I think, not the same yet something more professional for the job she has to do. Let me have that coat, would make some great doll clothes and patches for a quilt.
Queen Maxima and Princess Beatrix (the former Queen) held a reception today.
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14111738)
QuoteReception for the craftsmen who helped embroider the new curtains for the Chinese Hall. The Hague, the Netherlands - 20 Sep 2023
Queen Maxima attends the Willem I dinner last night. Now this is an outfit that I really like for our Maxima. The skirt is fantastic but not too over the top. No hope for the hair though.
Queen Maxima attends King Willem I Prizes winners dinner ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/9/20/queen-maxima-attends-king-willem-i-prizes-winners-dinner)
QuoteOn Wednesday, Queen Maxim attended the King Willem I Prizes winner?s dinner at the Royal Tropical Institute in Amsterdam.
Yes, a very nice outfit today. I especially like the colour of her skirt. However Maxi?s hair isn?t likely to get much better. Hair thins in both sexes as you age, so the prospects aren?t looking so rosy!
Yes I agree. Maxima's hair seems to have thinned with each of her pregnancies too. Amalia and Alexia seem to have thicker hair than their sister Ariane too.
Queen Maxima pays a visit during the Week Against Loneliness.
LA REINA MAXIMA DE HOLANDA VISITA CENTRO COMUNITARIO EN AMSTERDAM EN LA SEMANA CONTRA LA SOLEDAD - Todos - ..:GTRESONLINE:.. (http://images.gtresnews.com/es/feature/1307440/la-reina-maxima-de-holanda-visita-centro-comunitario-en-amsterdam-en-la-semana-contra-la-soledad/page/1/SN/ACTUALITY_TODOS)
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands dons a sophisticated jumpsuit as she steps out at the opening of the UNLimited festival | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12570603/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-dons-sophisticated-jumpsuit-steps-opening-UNLimited-festival.html)
QuoteQueen Maxima of the Netherlands looked elegant as she made a working visit to the 1931 Congress Center in Den Bosch.
The royal mother-of-three, 52, looked sophisticated in a navy tailored jumpsuit at the opening of the UNLimited festival of the Association of Universities.
As honorary president of the MIND Us Foundation, Maxima has a special interest in the mental well-being of students.
Maxi looks very nice. She seems to be fond of jumpsuits. I have to say though that I am not a great fan of them. They?re quite inconvenient to wear for more than a few hours if you know what I mean. Zipping all the way down and then having to half undress if you need to go! Not my cup of tea, I?m afraid, though I wore them a few times in my twenties.
A sad duty for King W-A as he visits one of the sites where the gunman attacked in Rotterdam.
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/king-willem-alexander-of-the-netherlands-visits-the-location-of-shooting-incident-in-rotterdam/776044235)
King Willem-Alexander pays tribute to victims of shooting in Rotterdam ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/king-willem-alexander-pays-tribute-to-victims-of-shooting-in-rotterdam-193632/)
QuoteKing Willem-Alexander has travelled to Rotterdam to pay homage to the victims of a shooting that happened last weekend.
On 2nd October, His Majesty arrived in the city to remember the three people that fell victim to a gunman.
Upon his arrival, the King was welcomed by members of the local community, who were reunited in a community centre opposite two of the victims? house ? the space has been opened to the public to function as a grief and counselling hotspot.
The two victims were mother and daughter; their husband/father was among the ones that welcomed His Majesty, and he later told the press: ?that the king took time for this was great?.
King Willem-Alexander then moved on to the second shooting location, the Erasmus Medical Centre. One of the country?s biggest teaching hospital, the same gunman went in shortly after the shooting at the house and opened fire in the halls, killing a lecturer in the process.
The King was seen talking to hospital staff, including doctors, nurses and students, before getting out of the centre and speaking to police officers and emergency first responders that were on call on the day of the shottings.
Many people said the conversations were warm and emotional: ?That made it very nice, because family members also heard what they went through. They were able to come together this way for the first time, which was extremely valuable. They described the conversation as pleasant, warm and involved. Everyone was very emotional?.
Throughout the entire journey, King Willem-Alexander was accompanied by the Mayor of Rotterdam, who has been involved with the aftermath of this tragedy since the first few moments of it unfolding.
The annual Appeltjes van Oranje awards were presented today by Queen Maxima with King W-A and Princess Beatrix in attendance.
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=7778270)
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands dazzles in a sequinned gold dress as she hosts Apples of Orange awards | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12593511/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-dazzles-sequinned-gold-dress-hosts-Apples-Orange-awards.html)
The itinerary for the upcoming State Visit to South Africa is released.
State visit to South Africa ? programme | News item | Royal House of the Netherlands (https://www.royal-house.nl/latest/news/2023/09/29/state-visit-to-south-africa-programme)
The King addresses the news about his grandfather Prince Bernhard.
Koning over NSDAP-kaart Bernhard: 'Ook minder mooie kant verleden onder ogen zien' | Koningshuis | NU.nl (https://www-nu-nl.translate.goog/koningshuis/6284020/koning-over-nsdap-kaart-bernhard-ook-minder-mooie-kant-verleden-onder-ogen-zien.html?_x_tr_sl=nl&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=nl&_x_tr_pto=wapp)
QuoteKing Willem-Alexander believes that "we must face the past, even the less beautiful parts". He said this on Thursday afternoon in response to the news about his grandfather Prince Bernhard. Bernhard's NSDAP membership card surfaced on Wednesday.
"I can well imagine that the news has a major impact and evokes many emotions, especially among the Jewish community," the king said before the presentation of the Royal Prize for Painting in the Royal Palace on Dam Square. "But I am convinced that we have to face the past, even the less beautiful parts of the past."
That is why Willem-Alexander has decided to release the Royal House Archives until September 6, 1948, the Royal House previously announced. From January, researchers can consult letters, documents and other sources from these archives dating back to 1948.
"I also have the option to remove things from the archive, but I have decided not to do that," the king said. "I believe that the entire archive should be available as transparently as possible, for the purposes of historiography."
Flip Maarschalkerweerd reveals in his book De stragglers that he has found Prince Bernhard's original NSDAP membership card. Maarschalkerweerd, former director of the Royal House Archives, came across the map in the private archives that he inventoried after the prince's death in 2004.
Historians have long suspected that Prince Bernhard was a member of the German Nazi party. He himself denied this until his death, even though evidence to the contrary appeared several times in the past. The discovery of his membership card seems to put an end to all uncertainty.
The Government Information Service (RVD) initially did not want to respond to the revelations about Bernhard. On Wednesday evening , the RVD confirmed the existence of the prince's NSDAP membership card.
The Center for Information and Documentation Israel (CIDI), an important voice of the Jewish community in the Netherlands, wants the government to investigate the prince's past. Outgoing Prime Minister Mark Rutte said he did not believe an investigation was necessary.
I think the King is quite right to feel this way and to do this. Everybody in lifelong public service of whatever sort should be able to be scrutinised by historians, even after death, for their actions throughout their adult life.
How I wish, I really wish, that successive monarchs and the consorts in GB had employed the same approach. We would now be able to peruse Queen Victoria?s uncensored diaries, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra?s private papers and letters, destroyed by orders of King Edward at their deaths, the Queen Mother?s letters to Diana and others, burned by Prss Margaret, for instance.
And future historians would be able to examine Prince Philip?s correspondence to do with his private life, the late Queen?s letters to her consort and adult children about private matters as well. Instead we are left with huge gaps, as I am convinced their correspondence has already gone.
I agree that this was the right approach to take regarding the late Prince Bernhard's personal belongings and his past. Also I believe it was easier to have W-A tackle this during his reign rather than his mother's. To have to confront this information during her own reign would have been more difficult for Beatrix and her sisters IMHO. They were already having to deal with the public acknowledgement of their two half sisters.
I hope that going forward that other royal families consider taking this approach.
Queen Maxima visits Center of Expertise Applied Artificial Intelligence and FIX Brigade in Amsterdam ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/10/5/queen-maxima-visits-center-of-expertise-applied-artificial-intelligence-and-fix-brigade-in-amsterdam)
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On Thursday, Queen Maxima attended several engagements in Amsterdam. She first visited the Center of Expertise Applied Artificial Intelligence of the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences.
She toured the Smart Asset Management Lab and she spoke with researchers and recent graduates about the responsible use and application of Artificial Intelligence.
Princess Beatrix as Patron was present at the fourth edition of the Het Oranjepad charity walk of the Princess Beatrix Muscle Fund this afternoon, October 7:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14140427)
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14153794)
QuoteKing at Modified Celebration of 100 Years of Radboud University, Nijmegen, Netherlands - 17 Oct 2023
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands looks chic in beige trousers and a matching top for sustainability visit in Rotterdam | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12639803/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-looks-chic-beige-trousers-matching-sustainability-visit-Rotterdam.html)
QuoteMaxima was given a tour around the facility by a member of staff and got to see a demonstration of how seaweed can be reused.
Rotterdam has a goal to reduce the primary use of raw materials by 50 percent by 2030.
Startups in the city are leading the way with the support of the city?s proactive policies and other initiatives.
The King and Queen have landed in Pretoria at the start of the incoming Dutch State Visit to the Republic of South Africa.
Arrival video.
Koninklijk Huis on Instagram: "Het staatsbezoek aan Zuid-Afrika is begonnen! Koning Willem-Alexander en Koningin M?xima arriveren op het vliegveld in (https://www.instagram.com/p/CyiCm1wt201/)
The King and Queen on their second day in South Africa.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands stuns out in a vibrant violet gown on day two of state visit to South Africa | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12648939/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-stuns-vibrant-violet-gown-day-two-state-visit-South-Africa.html)
QuoteThe royal, 52, was effortlessly vibrant in a bright violet gown which featured an ornate statement sleeve during a Welcome Ceremony at Union Buildings in Pretoria.
Also on today's agenda is a delegation meeting with the country's politicians, as well as a signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two countries' education ministers.
This will be followed by a private lunch at the presidential residence and a visit to Freedom Park, which is dedicated to all South Africans who fought to end apartheid.
Queen Maxima and her husband will walk along the Wall of Names which honours people who died in the struggle for freedom and includes three Dutch nationals.
Photos day 3: Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14158383)
Today, Queen Maxima has started a three day visit to Kenya as United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development. -
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14162612)
I wonder if she just stayed in South Africa after the State Visit had concluded and then flew to Kenya? It seems logical to just remain on the same continent.
Quote from: TLLK on October 23, 2023, 04:05:36 PM
I wonder if she just stayed in South Africa after the State Visit had concluded and then flew to Kenya? It seems logical to just remain on the same continent.
Yes, I think she almost certainly did. That would be the logical thing to do.
Queen Maxima Of The Netherlands Visits Kenya - Day Three -
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/news/event/queen-maxima-of-the-netherlands-visits-kenya-day-three/776052749)
The Ambassadors of Iran, Armenia and Canada were received by King Willem-Alexander today.
King Willem-Alexander also swore in the King's new Commissioner in the province of Flevoland:
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=25-10-2023%20Palace)
Queen Maxima is at the Dutch Design Week.
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=7873874)
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=7889327)
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30 Oktober 2023 15:28
King receives Paul Rosenm?ller
King Willem-Alexander has received Paul Rosenm?ller, the leader of the joint Senate faction of GroenLinks-PvdA, at Noordeinde Palace.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima host meeting at Noordeinde Palace ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/11/1/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-host-meeting-at-noordeinde-palace)
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On Wednesday, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima hosted a meeting with people who have written letters to the Royal Couple at Noordeinde Palace.
By meeting with some of the thousands of people who write letters, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima want to listen to people's concerns and discuss with them further the possibilities they see to strengthen society.
Queen Maxima marks 30th Anniversary of Home-Start ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/11/2/queen-maxima-marks-30th-anniversary-of-home-start)
QuoteOn Thursday, Queen Maxima marked the 30th anniversary of Home-Start in Culemborg. Home-Start is a global program that supports families in raising young children.
Princess Beatrix is in Curacao for an official visit.
https://twitter.com/royalblognl/status/1721630004004475326?t=Lx4z6HCdJB3d_9y3yYPiHQ&s=19
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima attend meeting on the situation in Israel and the Palestinian Territories ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/11/6/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-attend-meeting-on-the-situation-in-israel-and-the-palestinian-territories)
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On Monday, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima held a meeting with representatives of organizations, social groups, and initiatives in the Netherlands regarding the situation in Israel and the Palestinian Territories.
On social media, the Royal Couple said: ?We spoke today with those involved in the Netherlands about the terrible situation in Gaza and Israel. They shared with us their sorrow over the immense human suffering, their fear of societal responses, and their feelings of insecurity. We also talk about the hope for understanding and respect for each other and the persistent effort needed for that. We live intensely in this difficult time and stand with them for a safe and peaceful society for everyone. ?
Queen Maxima attends launch of MIND Us 'Leading Locals' Network ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/11/7/queen-maxima-attends-launch-of-mind-us-leading-locals-network)
QuoteOn Tuesday, Queen Maxima met with representatives of municipalities, social organizations, and young people at Noordeinde Palace to launch MIND Us ' Leading Locals ' network. Queen Maxima is the honorary chairman of MIND Us.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima in new portraits for special anniversary ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/europe/netherlands/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-in-new-portraits-for-special-anniversary-194817/)
QuoteNew portraits of the King and Queen of the Netherlands show them in the year that Willem-Alexander marked the tenth anniversary of his reign.The photos were taken in September 2023 at Noordeinde Palace by Anton Corbijn and released in November 2023.
Willem-Alexander became King of the Netherlands on April 30th 2013 on the abdication of his mother, now Princess Beatrix. Events have been held throughout the year to mark the first decade of his reign.
Queen Maxima today visited the SchuldenlabNL HQ's at the Nationale-Nederlanden in The Hague.
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14209348)
Princess Laurentien attends The State of Inclusive Education conference ? UFO No More (https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/11/16/princess-laurentien-attends-the-state-of-inclusive-education-conference)
QuoteOn Thursday, Princess Laurentien attended The State of Inclusive Education conference in The Hague. During the conference, Princess Laurentien received the first copy of the research report 'The State of Inclusive Education 2023?. The report provides insight into the current state of affairs regarding inclusive education at universities and colleges.
Queen Maxima was present at the 15th anniversary celebration of the "Het Begint met Taal" Foundation and launched "Chatting with colleagues", a new programme for employers, today:
https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2023/11/28/het_begint_met_taal_foundation,_rotterdam?
M?xima's Christmas cheer! Queen of the Netherlands wraps up in Max Mara camel coat and festive red dress for library visit in Rotterdam | Daily Mail (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12799439/queen-maxima-netherlands-max-mara-camel-coat-little-red-dress-library-rotterdam.html)
Queen Maxima stuns in navy ensemble as she welcomes South Korea's President and First Lady to The Netherlands | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12854057/Queen-Maxima-stuns-navy-ensemble-welcomes-South-Koreas-President-Lady-Netherlands.html)
Queen Maxima swaps up her usual colourful attire for grey cape as she attends a musical performance with the South Korean president and first lady | (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12862957/Queen-Maxima-musical-South-Korean-president-lady.html)
The king today paid a visit to the St. Antonius Hospital in Utrecht:
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/king-willem-alexander-of-the-netherlands-visit-st-antonius-hospital-in-utrecht/776074844?editorialproducts=all)
As UN Advocate for Inclusive Financial Services Queen Maxima currently is on a two-day visit to the United Nations in New York and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in Washington.
Today, January 11, she met UN Secretary - General Antonio Guterres at the UN headquarters:
Queen Maxima January 11 Pictures and Photos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/queen-maxima-january-11-2024?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=queen%20maxima%20january%2011),%202024&sort=newest&irgwc=1&esource=AFF_GI_IR_Skimbit%20Ltd._10078&asid=Skimbit%20Ltd.&cid=GI&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Skimbit%20Ltd.&utm_content=10078
King Willem-Alexander Visits St Antonius Hospital In Utrecht:
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Queen Maxima was in Washington DC today, and met International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and World Bank President Ajay Banga. She also hat a meeting with members of the UNSGSA Reference Group:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GDqS_24WwAA539N?format=jpg&name=large
Going to say it and here goes, Max finally combed her hair for a change and she looks great today, yet tomorrow? She has the worst head of hair of all the royal ladies.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima hosted the traditional New Year's reception for foreign diplomats and representatives of international organizations based in the Netherlands today:
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14302516)
King Willem-Alexander received the party chairmen of Volt, 50PLUS, OPNL and JA21 today:
Kennismaking met fractievoorzitters Volt, 50PLUS, OPNL en JA21 | Activiteit | Het Koninklijk Huis (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/activiteiten/2024/01/18/kennismaking-met-fractievoorzitters-volt-50plus-opnl-en-ja21)
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands stuns in chic monochrome ensemble as she attends World Economic Forum in Davos | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12979643/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-stuns-chic-monochrome-ensemble-attends-World-Economic-Forum-Davos.html)
The King today met with Ronald Plasterk at the Noordeinde Palace in The Hague:
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=22-01-2024%20The)
King Willem-Alexander received the Ambassadors of Mexico, Slovakia and Senegal today, January 24:
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=24-01-2024%20Palace)
Princess Beatrix, Prince Constantijn, Princess Laurentien attended the opening of the Holland Dance Festival in Den Haag this evening, January 24.
Princess Margarita attended as well:
Beelden | ANP Foto (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=8079603)
Queen Maxima today visited the Everything OK? Support line at the Kindertelefoon in Nijmegen:
Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/queen-maxima-of-the-netherlands-visits-the-help-center-alles-ok-in-nijmegen/776099330?editorialproducts=all)
Queen Maxima today paid a visit to the Waste Mgt Company, Renewi in Eindhoven:
PPE Agency (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=01-02-2024%20Eindhoven)
His Majesty the King received the chairman of the Senate faction of the PVV, Mr AWJA van Hattem, at Huis ten Bosch Palace on Thursday afternoon, February 22, 2024, for an introduction: https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/02/22/koning-ontvangt-fractievoorzitter-pvv (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/02/22/koning-ontvangt-fractievoorzitter-pvv)
Queen Máxima was present at Poppodium De Spot in Middelburg on the afternoon of Wednesday 21st February during the inspirational session 'More Art and Culture in School and the Environment' -
https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/02/13/koningin-maxima-bij-inspiratiesessie-meer-kunst-en-cultuur-in-school-en-omgeving (https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/02/13/koningin-maxima-bij-inspiratiesessie-meer-kunst-en-cultuur-in-school-en-omgeving)
From February 25 to February 28 Queen Máxima will visit Colombia in her role as UN Advocate for Inclusive Financial Services, it was announced this week:
https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/02/21/koningin-maxima-bezoekt-colombia-in-het-teken-van-financiele-diensten-en-financiele-gezondheid
^^^
Queen Maxima has arrived in Medellin, Colombia, yesterday:
https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/news/event/queen-maxima-of-the-netherlands-arrives-in-medellin/776110427?editorialproducts=all
Queen Máxima in Colombia today:
https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/news/event/queen-maxima-of-the-netherlands-visits-colombia-day-two/776110429?editorialproducts=all
King Willem-Alexander paid a working visit to the Máxima Medical Center in the context of innovation in healthcare today:
https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14368351
Queen of business attire! Máxima of the Netherlands stuns in a chic blouse as she visits an industrial park in Geleen -
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13159973/Queen-business-attire-M-xima-Netherlands-stuns-chic-blouse-visits-industrial-park-Geleen.html
This Queen of all of them out there should be ashamed of herself for the way she dresses at time and does not wash her hair, she looks so unkept most of the time and that makes a big impression on her and the country as she represents the people. I am sure she has a dresser and or hairstylist somewhere in one of their palaces..and servanst to take care of everything, so she should have time to wash that head of dirty hair. Not one other woman in her position has ever looked as bad as she does.
Today, March 10, King Willem-Alexander opened the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam and gave a speech during the opening meeting in the nearby Portuguese Synagogue:
https://www.gettyimages.co.uk/photos/king-willem-alexander-march-10-2024?assettype=image&family=editorial&phrase=king%20willem-alexander%20march%2010,%202024&sort=newest
Quote from: Nightowl on March 06, 2024, 11:02:09 AMThis Queen of all of them out there should be ashamed of herself for the way she dresses at time and does not wash her hair, she looks so unkept most of the time and that makes a big impression on her and the country as she represents the people. I am sure she has a dresser and or hairstylist somewhere in one of their palaces..and servanst to take care of everything, so she should have time to wash that head of dirty hair. Not one other woman in her position has ever looked as bad as she does.
Nightowl, the Queen's hair, has been a topic of discussion for many years. I think it's thin from years of dying it blond with straightening, and she wants to wear it as it is. She could use a professional hairdresser, and at times, I think she does, but I also think she likes to do it herself.
Queen Máxima has been in Basel, Switzerland, yesterday and today, March 12, to meet "global financial leaders" for meetings at the Bank for International Settlements (BIS):
https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/agenda/2024/03/11/global-standard-setting-bodies-over-financiele-gezondheid
Queen Maxima beams as she steps out in Zwolle wearing chic brown suit to visit vocational Art Camp which helps students use creativity in school and work -
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13192601/Queen-Maxima-beams-steps-Zwolle-wearing-chic-brown-suit-visit-vocational-Art-Camp-helps-students-use-creativity-school-work.html
Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands tries her hand at farming in Utrecht during national campaign -
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13201249/Princess-Beatrix-Netherlands-tries-hand-farming-Utrecht-national-campaign.html
Queen Máxima has sent a pre-recorded video message for the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) First Plenary held in Brasilia today, March 15:
https://youtu.be/55bwKGxBsy4?si=sUno9rtI7i68TLYV
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands dons a vibrant floral overcoat before swapping it for a practical apron as she prepares a high tea for the elderly on Dutch national volunteering day -
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13202111/queen-maxima-netherlands-volunteering-elderly.html?ito=native_share_article-nativemenubutton
King Willem-Alexander paid a visit to view Operation Interflex, "the British-led multinational military operation to train and support the Armed Forces of Ukraine" in North East England, United Kingdom today, March 20:
https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/king-willem-alexander-of-the-netherlands-visits-operation-interflex-training/776123220?editorialproducts=all
The King met with Esther Ouwehand and Joost Eerdmans at the Noordeinde Palace in The Hague today:
https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?zoektype=2&search=25-03-2024%20King
Queen Maxima Of The Netherlands Launches Support Tool Mind Us In The Hague:
https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/queen-maxima-of-the-netherlands-launches-support-tool-mind-us-in-the-hague/776125350?editorialproducts=all
The King receives the chairmen of the House of Representatives factions of DENK (Stephan van Baarle) and the Christian Union (Mirjam Bikker) at Huis ten Bosch Palace. The King receives the chairmen of the House of Representatives factions for a (renewed) introduction:
https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieuws/2024/03/28/koning-ontvangt-tweede-kamerfractievoorzitters-denk-en-cu
This morning, April 2, King Willem-Alexander opened the "Restoring Justice for Ukraine" conference in Den Haag with a video message:
https://www.royal-house.nl/documents/speeches/2024/04/02/video-message-by-king-willem-alexander-at-the-opening-of-the-conference-restoring-justice-for-ukraine-in-the-hague
Queen Máxima spoke at the anniversary conference "Affordable Life" of the National Institute for Budget Information in Utrecht today:
https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14424950
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands looks sophisticated in cream as she attends award ceremony alongside Princess Beatrix and King Willem-Alexander in Middelburg.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13296783/Queen-Maxima-Netherlands-looks-sophisticated-cream-attends-award-ceremony-alongside-Princess-Beatrix-King-Willem-Alexander-Middelburg.html
King Willem-Alexander received the informants Prof. E. Dijkgraaf and R. van Zwol today, April 12, to hear about the progress of the discussions regarding the cabinet information:
https://www.koninklijkhuis.nl/binaries/large/content/gallery/koninklijkhuis/content-afbeeldingen/nieuws/2024/04/12/koning-ontvangt-informateurs-dijkgraaf-en-van-zwol.jpg
Pics: Queen Máxima visited the Shoe Quarter in Waalwijk today, April 23. The visit focussed on craft, design, innovation and entrepreneurship: (https://www.anpfoto.nl/search.pp?eventid=8366571#0)
Pics: King Willem-Alexander paid a visit to the Kleurrijk eatery and work cafe - a social project - in Nijverdal today, April 24 (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14447756)
Pics: Queen Máxima visited the Tal aan Zee Foundation in the Hague today. (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=24-04-2024%20The)
Pics: Queen Maxima today all in red for the opening of 'A Beautiful Mess' work shop in Amsterdam today.This is in conjunction with the Refugee Company Foundation. (https://www.ppe-agency.com/show.php?start=0&zoektype=2&search=25-04-2024%20Amsterdam)
Getty Images: King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima Welcome President of Nigeria At Palace Huis ten Bosch In The Hague (https://www.gettyimages.de/editorial-images/entertainment/event/king-willem-alexander-and-queen-maxima-welcome-president-of-nigeria-at-palace-huis-ten-bosch-in-the-hague/776137988?editorialproducts=all)
Today, King Willem-Alexander celebrates his 57th birthday with Queen Máxima and his daughters Amalia, Alexia and Ariane in Emmen, a town in the northeastern Netherlands
https://x.com/WDehandschutter/status/1784150770767552934
Rex Gallery: Queen Máxima paid a working visit to the Oranje Huis of the Blijf Groep in Almere, a shelter for victims of domestic violence (https://www.rexfeatures.com/set/14468723)