European Royals

A gingerbread palace and a wreath of white candles: here are this year's first Christmas style ideas from the royals

Royal Christmases comes in all shapes and sizes and as the countdown to the festive season begins, palaces across Europe are sharing their preparations for the big day. And while your budget might not be the same, there’s no reason that these ideas can’t be an inspiration for some Christmas magic all of your own. In Norway, the first hint of Christmas came as the royals welcomed a…
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The Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima pay State Visit to Suriname

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will arrive in the South American country of Suriname on Monday for a three-day State Visit, and here’s everything you need to know. This state visit is billed as one that will highlight the cooperation between Suriname and the Netherlands and the close ties that still exist between both countries, and one that will “focus on our collaboration…
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Spain

Queen Letizia of Spain is taking the lead over Queen Camilla and Kate with one important move

Queen Letizia of Spain will be setting the pace for Queen Camilla as she takes on an important role this week. The Spanish queen is hosting the President of Germany on a State Visit from November 26, just days before Queen Camilla follows suit. The German President, Franz-Walter Steinmeier, and his wife, Elke Budenbender, are making a three day visit to Spain where King Felipe and Queen…
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European Royals

Twins take over Monaco: Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella charm crowds in rare public appearance

Monaco’s National Day has long been a display of precision, ceremony and dynastic continuity, but this year’s celebrations were firmly dominated by two unmistakable figures. Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, who turn eleven next month, became the focal point of the principality’s annual festivities, offering the clearest view yet of the next generation of the Grimaldi…
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