A book of thanks and congratulations is still available for members of the community to sign in connection with the abdication of Her Majesty Queen Beatrix and the succession to the throne of His Royal Highness the Prince of Orange.
When the Prince of Orange succeeds his mother, he will become King Willem-Alexander. Princess Maxima will become Queen Maxima.
The Sint Maarten Organizing Committee Inauguration says anyone wishing to thank the Queen or congratulate the Prince and Princess can leave a digital message in the book of thanks and congratulations which can be found at the following website: www.koninklijkhuis.nl
According to the Netherlands Government Information Service (RVD), a selection of the messages will be published on the website.
PHOTO CUTLINE: Prince of Orange Willem-Alexander