Belgium

Princess Delphine attends first major public engagement since she became recognised as King Albert's daughter

Wednesday July 21st marked the celebration of National Day for Belgium. A holiday that was meant to symbolise hope and a slow return to some semblance of normalcy and that instead has been sobered by the death of 31 people due to intense floods that have hit central Europe.  One of the reasons for joy is that the Royal Family has a new member. No, it’s not a baby – it’s Princess…
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Belgium

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians observe minute of silence for flood victims

On Tuesday, on the occasion of Belgium’s National Day, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde observed a minute of silence in a fire station in Verviers, Belgium.  Their Majesties visited the station at the end of a day of private visits with people affected by the recent central Europe floods, as well as first responders. Specifically, the King and Queen met with a representation of…
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Denmark

Queen Margrethe concludes her visit to the Faroe Islands

Queen Margrethe of Denmark has concluded her official visit to the Faroe Islands. The trip began on 15 July and concluded on 19 July. The Faroe Islands belong to the Danish monarchy, but have internal self-government regulated in the Home Rule Act of 1948. The Faroe Islands do not have their own constitution. On July 18, the Queen began the day in the village of Nes, where Her Majesty attended…
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Norway

Norwegian royals on holiday in northern Norway

The Norwegian Royal Family is currently on a long private holiday in northern Norway using the royal yacht “KS Norge”. Thousands of Norwegians now follow the ship’s journey, and where the royals go ashore, they are greeted with flags and cheers. Many private boats…