I was absolutely distraught when I realised that I was going
to miss ‘Queens Day’ which is arguably the most celebrated day in the
Netherlands because I had booked my flight to England on the same day. I tried
to move my flight but it cost a small fortune to do it so I let it be. But all
hope was not lost!
Luckily some friends of my ‘exchange’ came to my rescue and
invited me to ‘Queens Night’ which happened the night before the Queens Day. It
turned out to be a great success! I got dressed up in as much orange as I could
find and went into the centre of Hilversum which had been transformed into a
carnival. I got to ride the flying swings which take you up about 50m in the
air unlike any South African version which only takes you about 10m off the
ground. There was a big tent with a DJ and later some Dutch singer who was
pretty bad in my opinion but the DJ music was good. It all took place along the
street where all the clubs are which was ideal. I had myself a lekker jol till
late in the morning! Was a good night with a even better vibe and I got a feel
for some Dutch patriotism. Hup Holland!
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