How should Prince William spend the next few years?

[tan_berry]

He should study some courses on economy, international law, politics, in New York, Toronto and Sydney, so that he get to know different persons and places. He should learn at least two languages: maybe spanish and french, and live for some months in Madrid and Paris to practice them. See how the president Sarkozy and Queen Elizabeth could talk in french without translators, because she speaks french fluently, and he does not speak english. These two projects would take at least 8 years. Then he might get married and travel a lot in official duties around the world. He would be an excellent good will ambassador, since all the media see him like having a likable and loved personna.

And Harry, third on line to the throne, should do the same. Complex and sophisticated times, require educated and experienced monarchs.

[Royal Fan]

Id like to see him complete Military Duties with maybe a spell in the Marines Chancellor of St Andrews UN Work F.O. Work Marry Kate have Children take on more good cause become Godfather to his new cousin

[Luv2Cruise]

I'd like to see him continue to do what he is doing...keeping everyone happy by completing his military obligation (nod to father & grandmother); spending time with friends and Kate as often as he can. Once he finishes the military, unless he plans on trying to prolong his royal obligations by going to grad school or something, his life and free time won't be his own. It already isn't.

[Royal Fan]

Id like to see him take the Ambassador role From his Uncle by 2010 if at all possible

[ladyinwaiting]

I would like to see him visit other countries and get to know other cultures which will help him in the future as King.

[Madame Royale]

Travel the Commonwealth!!!

I'm not much amused that, as an adult, William has not made a single visit to Australia. Infact, I think it's really quite lax.

I'm certain there are enagagements he could attend on behalf of Her Majestry The Queen of Australia or even involve himself and his name with certain organisations and charities, etc.

When you have the Crown Princess of Denmark, notably a legalised Dane and not even within the realm of the British Commonwealth participating in Australian charities, then I see no reason as to why Prince William couldn't lend his services or support.

And I don't just speak for Australia, but for all those countries which retain the Queen as their Head of State. I mean, the guy's part of the Canadian royal family yet what does he do in correlation with Canadian society which would then justify such a destinguished honourary? Very little it would seem.

...he could attend a foreign uni (USA, Europe...)

With all due respect, I would see there being not an ounce of reason behind choosing to study in the US or central Europe. Infact, I would find either of the two inappropriate.

[Charlotte1]

Originally Posted by Madame Royale

Travel the Commonwealth!!!

I'm not much amused that, as an adult, William has not made a single visit to Australia. Infact, I think it's really quite lax.

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Well not strictly accurate, William has visited Australia as an adult, very briefly. On his way to and from New Zealand from the UK, he had brief stopovers in Sydney in 2005. Not exactly the 'grand tour' but he was in Australia as an adult.

As far as the Commonwealth is concerned, William did carry out official duties in New Zealand, he lay a wreath at a war memorial, he planted a tree in Government House and was shown the ones planted by his father and grandfather. As well as some other official duties that I can't remember.

William is still in his 'training' time, he has gradually increased his patronages, but still only has a few. More than likely once he takes on fulltime royal duties he'll have more 'commonwealth' patronages, but although Charles has a few, mainly Australian, the bulk of his charities, organisations etc he supports are UK ones. The British royals divide up the various commonwealth organisations, Canada had become the Earl and Countess of Wessex territory with them making annual visits.

William is following the path laid down for all the future heirs.( European as well as British) University study, time spent in the military, then some future study ( in William's case he's going to have instruction in constitutional history, that's already been announced) then some time to persue their own individual interests. Finally by about their mid '30s fulltime royal duties, whilst his grandmother is still alive and healthy, William is removed from the throne, he's not the heir and this kind of reduces his role and gives him more freedom.

[Madame Royale]

Originally Posted by Charlotte1

Well not strictly accurate, William has visited Australia as an adult, very briefly. On his way to and from New Zealand from the UK, he had brief stopovers in Sydney in 2005. Not exactly the 'grand tour' but he was in Australia as an adult.

A terminal stop?.lol Oh please. He was on his way to New Zealand. Again, William has made no visit to Australia as an adult and I do think that poor.

And I do believe the name of the topic enables me to put forth what it is I would like to see William do within the next few years.

[Little_star]

Originally Posted by Madame Royale

When you have the Crown Princess of Denmark, notably a legalised Dane and not even within the realm of the British Commonwealth participating in Australian charities, then I see no reason as to why Prince William couldn't lend his services or support.

The only reason Mary is involved with any Australian charities is because she was once an Australian citizen.

As for William, I think I'd like to see him travel more widely in an official capacity. It's about time, imo, that he picked up some more tangible duties and not just on an international level.

I know many of popel who feel that both he and his brother are timewasters and imo it's vital that they prove to their subjects that this is simply not the case. Adopting causes that he feels strongly in would be a start, perhaps taking over some of the Queen's duties would be another.

[Royal Fan]

He should Become Godfather to His Cousin The Viscount Severn

[wbenson]

Finish his military training, and then get out and do engagements.

[BeatrixFan]

He could eat a deep fried pizza.

[Skydragon]

Originally Posted by BeatrixFan

He could eat a deep fried pizza.

Deep fried Mars bars are better, so I am told!

[Warren]

Originally Posted by BeatrixFan

He could eat a deep fried pizza.

Originally Posted by Skydragon

Deep fried Mars bars are better, so I am told!

OK, Scotland's been fixed. What can he eat, sorry, do, for Wales?

[BeatrixFan]

With the threat of being banned, I'm not going to mention sheep.

[Warren]

Who's threatened you with banning? (I mean recently)

[BeatrixFan]

Nobody. But if I do a Welsh baaaah gag I may get shown the door.

[Royal Fan]

How long was he with Whithall Recently?

[kpusa1981]

Yes, for two weeks I believe it was the first two weeks in December. During that time also spent one day in Germany.

[dazzling]

William should imo spend the next few years enjoying his life just like any other single guy (dont see him doing any of the example, clubbing, night clubs with friends when he is a crown prince) out there and still have a few events which will prepare him for his future role. Maybe taking on abit more of responsibilities.
Maybe also going on to continuing studies would be a great idea...