Crown Princely Family Visit to the Faeroe Islands: August 23-26, 2018


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Interesting. I didn't expect them to wear the traditional costumes again (or at least not until the last day). It didn't seem to be warm enough for the girls yesterday.
 
Thanks for the links Muhler. They looked like they were having a great time dancing.
This is an interesting summer for the children. So many good memories for them.
 
Thanks, Roskilde.

https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/23/media-plus-resized/nlh-rodur-3.jpg
This is a serious warm look in Mary's eyes, wonder who she is looking at... ;)

Tarlita, if you are into scenery I think you will have something to look forward to tomorrow!

Carina, I think we will see the children wear the national costumes all three days, because they are presents from the local municipalities and they would no doubt like to see how their presents look on the children. Apart from that the islanders are very proud of their costumes. - We may not see the children Sunday though IMO.
 
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Muhler said:
Thanks, Roskilde.

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This is a serious warm look in Mary's eyes, wonder who she is looking at... ;)

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This man holding his speech, is my guess ?

Do all on the Faeroe Islands understand Danish? I guess they do, right? They learn Danish at school.

Pictures from today:
http://kvf.fo/sites/default/files/40007581_1809306195833740_2777141431439982592_n.jpg
https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/24/media-plus-resized/klaksvík-13.jpg
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https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/24/media-plus-resized/klaksvík-15.jpg

The best Crown Prince couple ❤️
http://kvf.fo/sites/default/files/40066413_1825431437492056_5962921685102362624_n.jpg
http://kvf.fo/sites/default/files/39999682_321103038637574_2542789663374966784_n.jpg

Sweet little video from today:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm2-X3ul23f/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again
 
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Frederik's suit may be warmer, but in that rain I bet he envied Mary her cape!

And it looks like Bella was answering a question, probably from the press, because that's a pretty proud mother who is looking at her. ?

ADDED:
A video report from Klaksvik today by BB: https://www.billedbladet.dk/kongeli...en-hyggede-sig-med-boern-og-voksne-i-klaksvik

It confirms my suspicion that Josephine is a sucker for bouquets! I have noticed she look with some longing at the bouquets her mother was holding, look how her face lighten up, when she is presented with one! :D
The adults with the medals the family is greeting, took part in the Royal Run earlier this year.
 
What do the people of the Faroe Islands think of Fred and Mary wearing traditional costumes?

From the pictures, it appears CP family are the only ones wearing it. Do the people consider it respectful to wear traditional clothes?
 
Rudolph said:
What do the people of the Faroe Islands think of Fred and Mary wearing traditional costumes?

From the pictures, it appears CP family are the only ones wearing it. Do the people consider it respectful to wear traditional clothes?
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Well, they're definitely not the only ones wearing it. I'm not Faroese but I know for a fact that the Faroese people are very proud of their national costumes so unless the people in question are in favour of separation from Denmark, I'd imagine they're very proud of seeing their royal family in the country's national costumes.
 
:previous: What's the name of that song?

I know it, I've even song... eeh... hummed it for my own children.

Looks like I was wrong, Isabella was not answering a question. Mother was still pleased though.
 
Rudolph said:
What do the people of the Faroe Islands think of Fred and Mary wearing traditional costumes?

From the pictures, it appears CP family are the only ones wearing it. Do the people consider it respectful to wear traditional clothes?
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Judging by photos and videos, there were many people wearing them.

The outfits are gifts from the Faroe Islands. I doubt they would have been given if they had not intended them to be worn.
 
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I just meant the everyday person doesn’t walk around in these costumes. So I was wondering what people thought of it. If it was meant as a sign of respect or do people think it looks silly or outdated.

In one picture, there’s a women wearing skinny jeans taking a photo of Mary in traditional costume.
 
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Rudolph said:
I just meant the everyday person doesn’t walk around in these costumes. So I was wondering what what people thought of it. If it was meant as a sign of respect or do people think it looks silly or outdated.

In one picture, there’s a women wearing skinny jeans taking a photo of Mary in traditional costume.
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Just as the national costumes in Greenland the Faeroese seem very proud of their heritage, and as such also the traditional costumes, which they seem to wear at every possible occasion in both countries.
The DRF have traditionally worn these costumes partly as a sign of respect and partly because they are presented with pride to be worn at festive occasions.
Also, the costumes presented to the DRF are supposed to be worn and that is considered a natural thing to do, after all Greenland and the Faeroe Islands are a part of the realm.
They may of course be some who see it as silly or old fashioned, but I doubt they express that opinion too loudly!

And of course a number of Greenlanders and Faeroese simply can't afford such a costume, even though some (certainly the silver items) are handed down.

Are you perhaps also thinking about "cultural appropriation"? (Which in my opinion is a monumentally silly concept! Almost all fashion and clothing through the ages have been "cultural appropriation".)
It won't be seen as such, after all the Faeroese suits are pretty much identical to the traditional suits worn all over Scandinavia, albeit basically only by folk-dancer in DK though.
The exception is of course Greenland, who have their own outfits But considering the very close affiliation between Greenland and the DRF, I think they would be deeply offended if the DRF did not wear their outfits.
 
I see the first day they all use the traditional shoes but the second day, Mary and the girls used boots with no heels. I guess the shoes were unconfurtable?
But I love that they went with the costume second day too
 
ashelen said:
I see the first day they all use the traditional shoes but the second day, Mary and the girls used boots with no heels. I guess the shoes were unconfurtable?
But I love that they went with the costume second day too
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I must confess I don't wear high heels that often myself, so I may be wrong...

I imagine walking shoes is more practical on wet sidewalks, grass and indeed gangways. While high heels may be better suited for gala dinners and dancing chanin dance.
 
A comparison could be made to how Swedish and Norwegian royals often wear Sami costumes when visiting Sami institutions and localities. Although historically both countries relationship to the Sami have been a colonial one (like that between Denmark and Greenland) today most Sami seem to appreciate the royals making an effort to wear their traditional costumes. This despite that there are still tensions between the Sami and the two Scandinavian countries.
 
Ready for today's delightful family-picture on the Faeroe Islands? :wub:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm3aa_5ALGo/?taken-by=detdanskekongehus

"The Crown Prince Couple and T.R.H. Prince Christian, Princess Isabella and Prince Vincent today passed the mountain Eystfelli, located at Hattarvík on the island of Fugloy. Their Royal Highness has today been visiting the Faroe Islands eastern island, where there were greetings on the island's 38 residents. �� Kongehuset ©"
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I (and others) guess it is Princess Josephine who takes the picture or she simply felt like returning to Dannebrog to a warm cup cacao.
 
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For me its very nice seeing the CP family in the traditional outfits, especially since they were gifts by the Faeroe Islands (and a little bit expensive). I think it would have been rude to accept the gifts and then put the outfits away in a box. They look lovely and I noticed a lot of people wearing them for this special visit.

Gallery from the second day from the DRF, the landscape is stunning!
Besøg på Færøerne – dag 2 | Kongehuset
http://kvf.fo/sites/default/files/39935685_332762817462294_8402527499380064256_n.jpg

video from yesterday, especially of Christian joining his parents on some events

The Dannebrog arriving. stunning!
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm2q0Ahlncb/?utm_source=ig_embed

love the detail of Frederik greeting some of the Royal run participants. This event for his birthday was a huge success
https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/24/media-plus-resized/klaksvík-15.jpg

wow! beautiful
http://kvf.fo/sites/default/files/40066413_1825431437492056_5962921685102362624_n.jpg

big gallery from day 2
https://dagur.fo/myndir-krunprinsafamiljan-komin-til-klaksvikar

early morning but bright smiles from Frederik and Mary
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Roskilde said:
Ready for today's delightful family-picture on the Faeroe Islands? :wub:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm3aa_5ALGo/?taken-by=detdanskekongehus



I (and others) guess it is Princess Josephine who takes the picture.
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Its lovely, another photo
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Maybe Josephine decided to rest, precious girl

Crown Prince Couple arrive at the Faroes’ easternmost village, Hattarvík, on the island Fuglov
https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2018/08/24/danish_royals_visit_to_the_faroe_islands,_day_2
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Josephine is with them but maybe felt unwell ...
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little brotherly playing
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last event of the day, visiting the Sea Woman
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm3pvxNFLWt/?tagged=kronprinsessemary
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The Crown Prince Couple hear about the legend of the Seal Woman and get an introduction to the village.
The Crown Prince Couple walk with the mayor to the statue of the Seal Woman. There, singer Ingibjørg Hansen, who grew up in the house where the Seal Woman comes from, will perform.
 
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Thank you all for all the pictures, links and information! :flowers::flowers::flowers:
What lovely pictures! I especially love the new family picture (though sadly withoud Joesphine). They seem really happy and the landscape is stunning! (And I have to admit that I'm not a huge fan of the traditional costumes - so the hiking/outdoor outfits are very welcome;). It's great that they wear them, don't get me wrong, but it's not really my favourite fashion style. And escpecially the girls sometimes seem a bit uncomfortable in their long (and not so warm) dresses.)

It seems to be a great trip so far. I hope it doesn't get too much for the childern, they are all very busy! - but I'm sure Mary and Frederik let them rest when they need to.

(A short video of Christian running after his family through the rain: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm21kbGl1O-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link )

Muhler said:
Help! What's a posy??
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I thought you only visit the DailyMail-articles for the pictues?:whistling:
(I have no idea either, sorry!)
 
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Here is some cuteness-overload!

A BB video.
https://www.billedbladet.dk/kongeli...hristian-og-prins-vincent-i-kaerlig-brydekamp

Frederik and the boys waiting for mother and the girls - nothing new under the sun here... :D
A very shy Josephine.
And last but not least, enjoy Christian and Vincent.
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What a cute video.
They are truly just a normal family in an unusual world.
Josephine being so mommy-sick that she is hanging on Mary so much her mum almost fall into Isabella, while Frederik tries to make the boys stop playing too wild boys-games.
A total normal family, nice to see :D:D

A good and large gallery from Day 2:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/News-ab...4Fhh5ctiZ8j2lnaai8BxKy6aNpXGXRaI&__tn__=-UC-R
 
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:previous: Vincent is just the sweetest

gallery from the last event
https://portal.fo/dagur-7729/myndir-seinkadi-tururin-i-mikladali.grein

It looks like the whole village came
https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/24/media-plus-resized/mikladalur-13.jpg

I wonder if they took helicopters to get there
https://umsit.knassar.fo/media/2018/08/24/media-plus-resized/mikladalur-19.jpg

A good interview of Frederik and Mary on bringing Christian and the kids "on the job"

https://www.dr.dk/nyheder/indland/k...tians-opdragelse-vi-sender-ham-i-livets-skole

"- Let's just use the term 'school of life'. It is certainly also a good way to get a form of education and schooling. Let's just call it. There is plenty to learn from experiencing another climate, another culture and certainly something that gives something to the hard drive, says Crown Prince Frederik, who designates curiosity as a key word for Prince Christian preparations.'

I used google translate so maybe our Danish members can add/correct :flowers:
 
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Please note that links to rex images are non-permanent, a couple of posts with dead links and replies to them have therefore been deleted.
 
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:previous: I think this is a Faeroe hippie:D. Love the jacket! And it's the first one I see that isn't closed properly:eek:


polyesco said:
A good interview of Frederik and Mary on bringing Christian and the kids "on the job"

https://www.dr.dk/nyheder/indland/k...tians-opdragelse-vi-sender-ham-i-livets-skole

"- Let's just use the term 'school of life'. It is certainly also a good way to get a form of education and schooling. Let's just call it. There is plenty to learn from experiencing another climate, another culture and certainly something that gives something to the hard drive, says Crown Prince Frederik, who designates curiosity as a key word for Prince Christian preparations.'

I used google translate so maybe our Danish members can add/correct :flowers:
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Thank you, polyesco!:flowers::flowers: That's really interesting. And it's good to hear that Christian enjoys the trip so far.
 
Let us not forget the oldest visitor to the islands.
She may not be as young any more, but there sure is nothing wrong with her curves! :brows:
http://kongehuset.dk/sites/default/...180824-142734-l-1920x1281we.jpg?itok=Y6cyuyVb
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Bpt_uk-xYbE/Vb9cfFCMTpI/AAAAAAAACn4/KagkTHCWUt0/s1600/Dannebrog.jpg
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Isn't she beautiful? ?

Well, as predicted there has been some controversy. The chairman of the Parliament, Páll á Reynatúgvu, will not attend the reception aboard Dannebrog tomorrow.
Being republican and in favor of independence from Denmark, he has no problems receiving and hosting M&F as guest to the Faeroe Islands, but he will not attend the return dinner, where M&F are the hosts. - (And as such also representing QMII as the head of state.)
He has officially excused himself that he is unable to attend because his daughter is playing a soccer match at the same time. (A diplomatic "cold".)

That has been met with widespread criticism among the islanders, even though who are also in favor of independence. He has been labelled embarrassing and unprofessional, because he as chairman of the Parliament represents all Faeroese.
https://www.bt.dk/royale/faeroesk-toppolitiker-boykotter-frederik-og-mary-det-er-flovt
 
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