The Netherlands is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. The canals, the tulip fields, the cycle paths, the cultural highlights of Amsterdam, the “cool” way of life are some of the symbols of the country that attract travelers of all generations. But there is another national emblem that few know:the "Koningsdag" or "King's Day", understand King's Day. On the occasion of this traditional festival which will be held on Friday April 27, 2018, Expedia.fr has established a whole selection of low cost flights + hotels in the cities of Amsterdam, Groningen, Rotterdam and Utrecht, for those who would like to enjoy a long weekend in the effervescence of an entire nation. But then what is it exactly? The online travel agency tells us a little more. The celebration actually corresponds to the birthday of King Willem-Alexander (who turns 51 this year) that all Dutch people honor on this specific day by wearing orange clothes and/or accessories, in reference to the surname of the crowned heads, the “van Oranje” (“of Orange). The monarch, very close to his people, travels to a different city each time accompanied by his wife and three daughters to take part in the activities and other games set up. If you want to have a chance to see it this year, it is in Groningen (or Groningen) located in the north of the territory that you will have to go.
What are the other “places-to-be” on this special day? The Place des Musées in Amsterdam awaits nearly a million people who will come and wiggle their hips to local musical performances, while in the north of the capital, the free NDSM Vrijhaven festival will bring young and old together. On the program of the event for which you have to make a ferry crossing, delicious food stalls, live shows of course, a giant flea market for children or even karaoke. It promises to be very festive! If you have the opportunity to be there from April 26, it is in The Hague (where the royal residence is located) that you have to go:the "Life I live" festival celebrates King's Night and offers residents and tourists alike a more intimate atmosphere with stages with different styles of music scattered around the city center. Finally, the clearance sales that will flourish everywhere in the streets will be the perfect opportunity to leave with a souvenir of the stay. Pssst… The districts of De Jordaan, Vondelpark and De Pijp of the capital would be where the bargains are the most numerous, it seems… Embark your most beautiful sweater or orange scarf and let yourself be carried away by the fervor of a whole people for a long weekend...that will surely delight the whole family!
