The Netherlands

All the Princess' horses: Amalia on inspection ahead of big event

The Princess of Orange is doing her part to prepare for Prince’s Day on Tuesday- on Monday she paid a visit to the Royal Military Constabulary to visit the horses and riders who will take part in the big day.Princess Amalia was in Wassenaar to visit the mounted horse guard starring in Prince’s Day. Given a tour by commanders, she was introduced to several riders and was able to learn…
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History

Diamond Jubilee barge back at special dock

The late Queen’s barge, Gloriana, has finally found a new permanent home.Gloriana played several important public roles in 2012. The barge was commissioned by Lord Sterling of Plaisthow and was officially launched in April 2012.It led a 670 boat flotilla down the…
Sweden

The royal birthday celebrations you probably haven't heard about

If there is one day in the calendar that’s a bumper birthday for the royals, it’s 15 September. The Duke of Sussex celebrates on that date as does Queen Letizia of Spain. However, one often-overlooked royal also marks his birthday – Prince Daniel of Sweden. Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland was born Olof Daniel Westling on 15 September 1973 to Olle and Ewa Westling in…
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History

The brutal assassination of a beloved Empress

One of the most popular royals of the nineteenth century met a tragic end on 10 September 1898. It was the day when Empress Elisabeth of Austria was assassinated. Empress Elisabeth, more commonly known as Sisi, was a beloved royal. She was known for being exceptionally beautiful and was a fashion trendsetter for decades. However, she also suffered from severe mental health issues that were…
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Royal News

King Charles and Queen Camilla in Australia and Samoa: all the latest details of big royal tour

Buckingham Palace has shared details of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s upcoming visits to Australia and Samoa. The King will be undertaking his first visit to a realm as Monarch with his upcoming tour. King Charles and Queen Camilla have a busy schedule set for their trip. A welcome to AustraliaThe King and Queen will begin their tour on Friday, 18 October. Australian Prime…
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