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The British Royal Family today marked Commonwealth Day, which is held each year on the second Monday of March to celebrate the British Commonwealth. Queen Elizabeth II led the celebration at the multi-faith service held at Westminster Abbey. She was joined by the Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, the Countess of Wessex and the Duke of Gloucester. The royal family all appeared to be … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Commonwealth Day, Culture, Elizabeth II, Fashion, The Countess of Wessex, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Duke of Gloucester, The Prince of Wales | Leave a commentCommonwealth Visits to Mark Diamond Jubilee Year
Buckingham Palace today released details of next year’s Commonwealth visits, which shall be taking place in conjunction with HM Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee. The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh will not be undertaking any overseas trips, instead focusing on the United Kingdom region. They will visit Wales, Scotland, the Midlands and East Anglia, the four corners of England as well as London. These visits will take place … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Barbados, Belize, British Commonwealth, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Elizabeth II, Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Grenada, India, Jamaica, Malaysia, Malta, Montserrat, Mozambique, New Zealand, Official Visit, Papua New Guinea, Prince Harry, Scotland, Singapore, Solomon Islands, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, The Bahamas, The Countess of Wessex, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke of Cambridge, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Duke of Gloucester, The Duke of Kent, The Duke of York, The Earl of Wessex, The Prince of Wales, The Princess Royal, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, Uganda, Wales, Zambia | Leave a commentQueen Elizabeth & Prince Philip Arrive in Australia, Visit Canberra
Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh arrived in Australia yesterday, beginning their eleven-day official visit. The royal couple arrived in the nation’s capital, Canberra, yesterday afternoon. The Queen and The Duke were greeted at Canberra’s RAAF Fairbairn Base by Governor-General Quentin Bryce and Prime Minister Julia Gillard. The Australian Federation Guard military band played God Save The Queen, while a 21-gun salute sounded a short distance away. Wearing … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Australia, British Commonwealth, Elizabeth II, Flower Show, Governor-General Bryce, Official Visit, Prime Minister Gillard, The Duke of Edinburgh | 2 CommentsCameron Proposes Changes to Succession
The hot topic amongst British royal watchers going into this week is Prime Minister David Cameron’s October 12th reveal that he has proposed changes to 1701 Act of Succession, which determines the line of succession to the British throne. The proposed changes would install equal primogeniture into the line of succession – meaning that a first-born child would be heir, regardless of gender – and would abolish the Catholic clause, … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor, Legal Matters, Prime Minister Cameron, Succession, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge, The Duke of York, The Earl of Wessex, The Princess Royal, Viscount Severn | 9 CommentsQueen and Duke of Edinburgh Heading to Australia
Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh are set to undertake their sixteenth official visit to Australia in the tail end of October, as was announced by Buckingham Palace and the Australian Prime Minister’s office this week. The purpose of the visit is for the Queen to open the biennial Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), which will be held in Perth beginning on October 26th. The meeting will … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Australia, British Commonwealth, Elizabeth II, Official Visit, The Duke of Edinburgh | Leave a commentThe Cambridges’ Last Days in Canada
TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have wrapped up their nine-day tour of Canada, and are now in the sunny state of California, the USA. Here’s a quick recap of their final days up north (previous blog entries can be found here, here and here). Day six of the tour began in Yellowknife, in the Northwest Territories, where the couple had arrived the previous night (July 4th). William and … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Culture, Fashion, Natural Disaster, Official Visit, Sport, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | 1 CommentThe Cambridges in Canada – Dragonboat Racing Day 5
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge began their fifth day in Canada in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, where they participated in a fun-filled day of activities. They began with an official welcoming ceremony at Province House, which they reached via open-top carriage. Here, the Duke and Duchess were joined by the Prince Edward Island Premier, Robert Ghiz, and greeed by a series of actors dressed in period costume. The couple … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Fashion, Official Visit, Sport, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | 2 CommentsThe Cambridges in Canada – Days 2, 3 and 4
O Canada! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived in Canada right on time to celebrate the nation’s national holiday, Canada Day (July 1). Spending day two of their first royal tour as a married couple in Ottawa, the Duke and Duchess attended the Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill. Firstly, the couple attended a citizenship ceremony with Canada’s Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, and his wife Laureen, where they watched … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Concert, Fashion, Governor-General Johnston, Hospital, National Day, Official Visit, Prime Minister Harper, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | Leave a commentThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Canada – Day 1
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived in Canada for their first official overseas visit. This is the third visit to Canada for the Duke, while it’s the first visit to Canada for the Duchess of Cambridge. The couple started in Ottawa, Ontario, and were greeted in the Canada Reception Centre at the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport where they are greeted according to Canadian custom and protocol, after which, the … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Official Visit, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | Leave a commentThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge leave for Canada
TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have left for Canada. The couple will start their first official visit abroad as a couple tomorrow in Ottawa. The couple is flying to Canada in a Royal Canadian Air Force plane. The Duchess looked every inch a Royal in a navy blue dress with matching jacket, purse and shoes. Her beautiful hair, her trademark, was curled. Meanwhile, a Personal Flag for use in Canada … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Official Visit, Royal Standards, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | 2 CommentsOfficial picture and itinerary for the visit of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to Canada
Clarence House has released an official picture of TRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marking TRH’s visit to Canada from June 30 till July 8, 2011. Clarence House also released a statement from the Duke concerning the visit to Canada: “Catherine and I are very much looking forward to our Tour of Canada. We hope to be able to meet as many people as possible and to see as … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Canada, Official Visit, Portraits, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge | Leave a commentCatherine’s Official Royal Engagement Debut
Ms Catherine Middleton has undertaken her first official royal engagement, during a visit to Wales with fiancé, Prince William; followed by a visit to Scotland. The first engagement took place on Thursday February 24th, when the duo were in Anglesey, Wales for the dedication of the Welsh Trearddur Bay Lifeboat Station’s newest lifeboat, the ‘Hereford Endeavour’. Around 2,000 locals turned up in the town which Prince William and Ms Middleton … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Hats, New Zealand, Patronage, Prince Harry, Scotland, The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duke of Cambridge, Wales | 3 CommentsQueen ‘Utterly Shocked’ by New Zealand Earthquake
HM Queen Elizabeth II has released a statement in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake which shook Christchurch, New Zealand yesterday, February 22nd. “I have been utterly shocked by the news of another earthquake in Christchurch. Please convey my deep sympathy to the families and friends of those who have been killed; my thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this dreadful event. My thoughts are also … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Elizabeth II, Natural Disaster, New Zealand, Prime Minister Key, The Duke of Cambridge, The Prince of Wales | Leave a commentQueen and Prince Charles Contribute to Flood Relief Appeal
Buckingham Palace and Clarence House have both confirmed that HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH the Prince of Wales have both contributed to the Premier’s Flood Relief Appeal, whose funds will go towards helping rebuild the Australian state of Queensland following disaster flooding which began in December 2010. A statement from Buckingham Palace said the Queen had made a private donation to the Appeal, while Clarence House’s Twitter stated that … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Australia, British Commonwealth, Donations, Elizabeth II, Natural Disaster, The Prince of Wales | 1 CommentNew Zealand to Keep Queen Elizabeth II as Head of State
Wednesday April 21st marks Queen Elizabeth II’s 84th birthday, and she got quite a present! In New Zealand, the MPs through out a referendum that was meant to abolish the monarchy. It was voted down 68 to 53 in its first read. Disgruntled republicans are pointing the finger at the Queen’s grandson, Prince William, because his visit to the country likely boosted interest in the royal family. “We think that’s … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, Elizabeth II, New Zealand, Republicanism, The Duke of Cambridge | 8 CommentsPrince William Says Farewell to Australia
Prince William said coming to Australia was a “realization of a dream.” Judging from his three days spent Down Under, it appears it certainly was for the 27 year-old Prince. On Wednesday, he enjoyed a hip-hop performance at a teen center, shot guns on a military firing range, and had another barbecue this time with Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. He joked with the Prime Minister of getting a second-home … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Australia, British Commonwealth, Natural Disaster, Official Visit, Prime Minister Rudd, Sport, The Duke of Cambridge | 2 CommentsPrince William Leaves New Zealand, Goes to Australia
Britain’s Prince William enjoyed the remainder of his New Zealand trip these last few days, before heading west to Australia on Tuesday as he continued his tour of the Oceania region. He attracted enthusiastic crowds while in the Kiwi nation, met with Maoris, and opened the country’s new Supreme Court building in Wellington. Upon arriving in New Zealand’s capital to open the building, William was greeted by an eight foot … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged Australia, British Commonwealth, Children, Hospital, New Zealand, Official Visit, Prime Minister Key, The Duke of Cambridge | Leave a commentPrince William in New Zealand – Day One
To describe Prince William’s first 24 hours in New Zealand as eventful is an understatement. The British royal’s day was full of engagements, ranging from sports to Maori traditions. First, the Prince took a tour of a construction site for Eden Park, a national rugby stadium to be opened in 2011. It will also be the location of the 2011 Rugby World Cup. William met with the members of the … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, New Zealand, Official Visit, Sport, The Duke of Cambridge | 2 CommentsPrince William Begins Tour of New Zealand
Prince William began his two-day official visit to New Zealand Sunday morning local time. With little fanfare, he was greeted by Prime Minister John Key and Governor-General Anand Satyanand at the Auckland International Airport. New Zealand is the first stop on the Prince’s five day tour of the Oceania area. An Australian visit is set for Tuesday. This tour is meant to give the second-in-line to the British throne a … Continue reading
Posted in British Royals | Tagged British Commonwealth, New Zealand, Official Visit, Prime Minister Key, The Duke of Cambridge | 1 CommentZara Phillips attends 2009 Emirates Melbourne Cup
Zara Phillips, the eldest granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, has paid a flying visit to Melbourne, Australia, where she attended the 2009 Emirates Melbourne Cup. Zara attended the event on Tuesday November 3rd as one of the year’s international guests (others included Good Charlotte rockers Benji and Joel Madden), and was a prominent fixture in the Birdcage (the place to be). Wearing a royal blue frock by American brand Thread … Continue reading
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