Spain

King Juan Carlos celebrates 80th birthday

King Juan Carlos I, the father of Spain’s reigning King, Felipe VI, celebrates his 80th birthday today. How the former monarch is celebrating his special day has been kept private, but it has been reported that he will celebrate with his wife, children, grandchildren, sisters and their families with a dinner at Zarzuela Palace today. Casa Real has said that there would be different events…
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Denmark

Danish royals attend first New Year's reception

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, alongside Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie hosted New Year’s celebrations at their home, Amalienborg on the 1st of January. Queen Margrethe II hosted the party. She was not joined by her…
Monaco

Prince Albert of Monaco delivers New Year's Eve address

His Serene Highness Prince Albert of Monaco delivered the last annual royal address yesterday on New Year’s Eve from the Prince’s Palace in Monaco. A video of the speech was later posted to the Prince’s Palace’s official Facebook page for people to watch who were unable to live. He began his speech wishing all those watching a fantastic 2018 on behalf of Princess Charlene…
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European RoyalsInternational royals

Royal year in review: September through December

In a three-part series, we are taking a look back at some of the most memorable events of the royal year. This series will focus on the royals of mainland Europe and elsewhere, while a separate series will feature the year of the British Royal Family. Take a look below at 2017, from September through December. September: Princess Mako’s engagement was officially announced by the Imperial…
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European Royals

Many special royal events ahead in 2018

There is only one day left in 2017, so it is time to look forward to the special events that will take place in 2018. 2018 will be the year in which many royals will celebrate special birthdays. January – May 2018 will first of all be the year of the third children.
Denmark

Crown Princess Mary talks about the work of the Mary Foundation in new interview

In a new interview with Australian Women’s Weekly, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark talks about the work of her namesake foundation, The Mary Foundation, which celebrated its tenth anniversary earlier this year. About the first ten years of the organisation, Her Royal Highness said, “The last ten years have been a rewarding and challenging journey.” She continued by adding…
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