Last updated: June 17, 2025 at 06:03 AM
Summary of Reddit Comments on NATO Summit 2025:
Concerns about Visiting the City During the Summit:
- Reduced transport and availability of the city center due to blockades and police force.
- Advice to avoid specific areas like statenkwartier.
- Some roads from the airport to the summit will be blocked, causing traffic delays.
- Pros: Safety in the city, surrounding areas not affected, public transport recommended.
- Cons: Highways blocked, trains busy with delays, suggests visiting other cities like Leiden or Utrecht.
Accommodation and Travel Tips:
- Most hotels booked by delegations, smaller hotels may still have availability.
- Suggested to visit Delft, Leiden, Amsterdam from another city by train.
- Consider rebooking and staying in a different city for convenience.
- Some primary schools closing due to accessibility issues.
- Tip: Hire a fixed-price taxi for travel between the airport and The Hague during road closures.
Comments on Travel to Efteling and Other Cities:
- Efteling not a problem as it's away from The Hague.
- Suggested switching stay to Noord-Brabant for easier access to Efteling.
- Alternatives: Visit nearby towns like Dordrecht or Breda for better accessibility to Efteling. - Utrecht recommended as a good move to avoid the NATO summit entirely.
General Sentiment and Recommendations:
- No riots expected close to the summit area, but some demonstrations likely.
- Recommended to avoid demonstrations and follow public transport advice.
- Some users feel it's safe but traffic and transport disruptions could be inconvenient.
- Mixed opinions on inviting the US to the summit, with concerns over alignment with NATO values.
Comments on US Administration and NATO Involvement:
- Controversy and criticism related to US involvement in Ukraine and NATO relations.
- Concerns over US support during conflicts, impact on arms manufacturers.
- Speculation on US administration's global presence decline and alliances with Russia.
- Negative sentiment towards US administration's actions and impact on NATO relationships.
Specific Comments on Politicians' Actions:
- Criticism of a Danish politician's communication with US officials.
- Comparisons drawn between politicians and historical figures like Quisling.
- Concerns about politicians' actions undermining national interests and foreign relations.
This summary covers a range of opinions and recommendations related to the NATO summit in 2025, including travel advice, concerns about US involvement, and comments on politicians' actions.