Spain

King Felipe is the first to congratulate Carlos Alcaraz, the new Wimbledon champion

King Felipe VI led congratulations on Centre Court as Carlos Alcaraz claimed the Gentlemen’s Singles title at Wimbledon. And the new champion thanked his monarch for attending. As he spoke to the crowd after his win, Carlos Alcaraz said he had played twice in front of his king and had won both times, joking that he wanted Felipe VI to attend more of his matches for that reason. [getty…
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Sweden

All the best photos from Victoriadagen

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden celebrated her 46th birthday on 14 July with the traditional events at Solliden Palace and the Victoria Day Concert at Borgholm Castle. See all the best photos from this year’s event below! [getty src=”1544083362″ width=”594″ height=”396″ tld=”com”] [getty src=”1544079639&#8243…
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Sweden

Crown Princess Victoria: Godmother of Europe

Crown Princess Victoria is often referred to as the ‘Godmother of Europe.’ She received this rather unusual nickname because she has 18 (yes, eighteen) godchildren. Crown Princess Victoria is one of Europe’s most popular royals. Every single year she is…
Sweden

What is Victoriadagen?

Today marks one of the most important days in the Swedish royal year – Victoriadagen. It is celebrated annually on 14 July to honour Crown Princess Victoria. The celebrations began on her second birthday in 1979 and also honours one Swedish sportsperson for their skills and representation of Sweden. The day begins at Solliden Palace – the private residence of the Royal Family…
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Luxembourg

New baby joy for Luxembourg's royals

The Grand Duke and Duchess of Luxembourg have shared their joy at the news they are to become grandparents again. In a short statement, the Grand Ducal Court said Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa had ”the great joy of announcing that Prince Felix and…
Sweden

Carl Gustaf’s time as Crown Prince

Sweden celebrates two significant royal jubilees this year; 2023 marks 500 years since Gustav Vasa became Sweden’s King, and it is also the Golden Jubilee since of King Carl XVI Gustaf. On 29 October 1950, four-year-old Prince Carl Gustaf Folke Hubertus, Duke of…
Belgium

Anniversary celebrations under way in Belgium with special photos to mark King Philippe's 10 years on the throne

The Belgian Royal Palace has released new images to mark the tenth anniversary of King Philippe’s ascension to the Belgian throne. Ten photos were released showing the King and Queen Mathilde in casual and formal wear to mark the first big anniversary of His Majesty’s reign. Michel Gronemberger/Belgian Royal Palace Michel Gronemberger/Belgian Royal Palace Michel…
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