In the words of her husband, she is the
”great professional”. Queen Sofia of Spain has been easily the most
popular member of her country’s royal family for years. She’s also
been one of the most influential royals Europe has known in recent
times. As he worked towards dismantling the machinery of
dictatorship that had held Spain in its grip since the country’s
civil…
King Felipe expresses his ''heartfelt respect'' for the decision of King Juan Carlos to leave Spain
3rd August 2020
The King of Spain has told his father he
is grateful for his choice to go into exile. Felipe VI offered King
Juan Carlos his ”heartfelt respect” after the former monarch
confirmed he will quit Spain as controversy over his financial
affairs continues to…
"Your Majesty, dear Felipe" - read the letter King Juan Carlos wrote to his son as the former monarch goes into exile
3rd August 2020
King Juan Carlos of Spain is to leave the
Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, his home for half a century, as
controversy around his financial affairs grows. The former monarch,
who ruled Spain between 1975 and 2014, will leave for an
undisclosed location. In a letter to his son…
King Juan Carlos of Spain is to leave the
Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, his home for half a century, as
controversy around his financial affairs grows. The former monarch,
who ruled Spain between 1975 and 2014, will leave for an
undisclosed location. The announcement was made by the Royal
Household. In a letter to his son King Felipe, Juan Carlos wrote:
“Your Majesty, dear Felipe: With the…
The King of Spain has called for unity
and solidarity across the country as his tour of different regions
comes to an end. Speaking in Asturias, the principality held by the
heir to the Spanish throne, King Felipe urged everyone in Spain to
come together as the coronavirus…
Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia
have continued their tour through Spain in Pamplona in an effort to
promote tourism. Their Majesties have been visiting different areas
of the country after the pandemic lockdown in Spain was lifted. The
King and Queen arrived…
With a penchant for making the high
street look high-priced, it’s no wonder Spain’s Queen Letizia makes
headlines for her fashion so often. Whether she’s in Zara, a
ballgown, or her trusty espadrilles, Letizia always brings out her
fashion A-game. Let’s take a look at some of our favourites from
the Spanish queen: Kristin Contino, Chief Reporter [getty…
The King of Spain has spoken of the need
for ”unity and fraternity” as his country negotiates life after
lockdown. Felipe VI was speaking as took part in a traditional
ceremony honouring the patron saint of Spain. King Felipe and Queen
Letizia were in Santiago…
This is a royal July like no other. it’s
noticeably busier as Europe’s ruling houses continue engagements at
a time when we often expect them all to be on holiday. And while
some have begun their summer breaks, others are still out and about
as life begins to…
On the day that the Tokyo Olympics were
meant to get under way, Spain’s King Felipe has recalled the moment
he carried his country’s flag on one of its most famous sporting
nights. Felipe joined many other Spanish flag bearers to recorded
special messages celebrating the Olympic spirit, as a way of
marking the Tokyo Games which have been postponed because of the
coronavirus pandemic. As…
