Terminology

Over the years, some of you have shared your strong feelings about the terms I use. I prefer more well-know, accessible, or plain English terms (Red). Some of you prefer the more formal & correct (Blue). These toggle switches allow you to choose what terminology appears on the site.

King of …

Belgium the Belgians

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English Translation of the Spanish Title “Infante/a”

Prince/ss Infante/a

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Princess of Wales’s Name

Kate Catherine

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How to Deal with Andrew in Old Posts

As a practice, Gert’s Royals uses the title the royal held at the time of the event being described. (e.g. Prince Charles before his reign, King Charles during reign). For posts cover events before October 30th, 2025, Andrew is usually listed as Prince Andrew. If you do not wish to see Andrew referred to by his old title, you can use this toggle.

References to Andrew before Oct 30th, 2025

Andrew
Mountbatten-Windsor Prince
Andrew

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For posts related to events after October 30th, 2025, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will always be used. There is no option to change that.

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Annual Event, Diplomatic Reception, Netherlands

New Years Reception – Netherlands

The Netherlands Palace holds two New Years receptions each year. The receptions usually take place at the Royal Palace in Amsterdam.

Dates:

2026:
- Reception 1: Monday, January 12th
- Reception 2: Tuesday, January 13th

Receptions

Reception #1
- Attending:
  - People from Public, Private and Various Sectors the Netherlands.
  - King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima, Princess Beatrix, Princess Margriet and Prof. Pieter van Vollenhoven
Reception #2
- Attending:
  - Members of the Diplomatic Corp
  - Representatives from International organizations based on The Netherlands
  - King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima