Sweden

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia thank fans for well wishes for Prince Julian's christening

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden have thanked fans for their well-wishes on their youngest son, Prince Julian’s christening on Saturday. In an Instagram post, the couple said: “Yesterday, our beloved Julian was baptized. Thank you for all the best wishes!” They also shared a new behind the scenes photo from the christening at Drottningholm Palace. …
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Belgium

Belgian royal yacht for sale

A royal yacht belonging to Belgium’s former monarch, King Albert II and his wife, Queen Paola, is on the market. The couple has put the boat on sale for two million euros, according to Belgian media. The Alpa IV has belonged to Albert and Paola for over 12 years. It…
Sweden

The royal christening traditions that Prince Julian will share

As Prince Julian is christened this afternoon in the Royal Chapel of Drottningholm Palace, what Swedish royal traditions will he follow and share with his family? There are several traditions that will continue today as Prince Julian is baptised. Let’s take a look at the Swedish royal christening traditions. The christening gown Prince Julian will be dressed in Gustaf Adolf’s…
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Monaco

Princess Charlene undergoing fresh surgery

Princess Charlene has been undergoing a major operation as she continues to deal with health problems that have left her unable to fly home to Monaco for almost four months. The four hour surgery is taking place under general anaesthetic in South Africa where Charlene has been since May. Several French magazines reported that the Prince’s Palace in Monaco has shared details of the…
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Sweden

Prince Julian's godparents revealed

The Swedish Royal Court has revealed who Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia have selected as godparents for their youngest son, Prince Julian. As expected, the royals chose close friends and family to sponsor their son, who was born on 26 March. The couple have chosen…
Norway

Norwegian Royal Family returns to work after eventful summer

This week, the Norwegian Royal Family concluded their summer holiday with a week-long cruise on the royal yacht along the Norwegian cost. Next week will therefore be the first official working week for the royals after their break. King Harald is set to meet with his government on Friday for the first council of state after the holiday. Weekly councils of state will be held at the Royal Palace in…
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