King’s Day, or Koningsdag as it’s known in Dutch, is a national holiday in the Netherlands that is celebrated every year on April 27th. It’s a day when the Dutch come together to honour their king, Willem-Alexander, and to celebrate Dutch culture and traditions. But what happens when you celebrate King’s Day in Bali, Indonesia, surrounded by 600 Dutchies?
Well, if you happened to be at the beach in Pererenan on April 27th, you have probably seen a bunch of people dressed up in orange clothing and asked yourself what all of that is about. Sol, the rooftop bar located in the heart of Canggu, hosted a King’s Day party for Dutchies to celebrate the birthday of their king. This stunning bar, with its incredible views of the ocean and the island, has become the go-to destination for Dutch ex-pats and tourists looking to celebrate King’s Day in style.
On King’s Day, Sol was transformed into a sea of orange, the national colour of the Netherlands, as hundreds of Dutchies descend on the bar to celebrate their national holiday. The bar is decorated with orange flags, banners, and streamers, and even the staff was wearing orange. The atmosphere was electric, with everyone in high spirits and ready to party.
As you make your way up to the rooftop bar, you were greeted by the sounds of Dutch music and the sight of orange-clad revellers sipping on cocktails and enjoying the warm Balinese breeze. The bar is packed, there were around 600 Dutchies, but the vibe was friendly and welcoming, with everyone eager to make new friends and share in the festivities.
The party started early at Sol, with doors opening at 1pm and the first round of drinks being served shortly after. The bar offers an extensive range of cocktails, beers, and wines, as well as a special King’s Day menu featuring traditional Dutch snacks like bitterballen and kaassoufle. The staff were friendly and attentive, and they worked hard to keep the party going all day and night.
Throughout the day, the party at Sol became more and more lively. The music got louder, the dancing got wilder, and the drinks kept on flowing. The Dutchies at Sol know how to party, and they were not afraid to let loose and have a good time.
As the sun sets over Bali, the party at Sol shows no signs of slowing down. The bar is bathed in orange light, and the sound of Dutch music fills the air. There is a very good atmosphere, and although the party at Sol may have ended at 11pm, that did not stop all Dutchies from partying. While some people were ready to head home, many Dutchies took a taxi to Old Man’s, where the party continued.
If you’re ever in Bali on King’s Day, make sure you head to Sol. This rooftop bar is the perfect place to celebrate Dutch culture and traditions, surrounded by fellow Dutchies who know how to party. With its stunning views, delicious drinks, and lively atmosphere, King’s Day at Sol is an experience like no other. See you next year?
