Archive | August 21, 2012

His Royal Highness Prince Carl Philip of Sweden Visits Hagfors.

On August 21, 2012, His Royal Highness Prince Carl Philip of Sweden was back hard at work, and probably trying to forget the infamous slapfest he got into eleven days ago in Cannes, France.

Anyway, the mildly handsome prince was in Hagfors for a brief visit.  Whilst there he toured the “… world leading manufacturer of tool steel…” Uddeholms AB.

Exciting.

Random Royal News Regarding the Princely Family of Monaco.

It was recently announced that His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco will attend the 2012 Blue Ocean Film Festival in Monterey, California.  During the six-day festival the sovereign prince will participate in “… two panels, including a keynote panel of global ocean leaders, as part of BLUE’s Conservation Summit.” 

Other attendees include Dr. Sylvia Earle, Ms. Celine Cousteau and Dr. Greg Stone to name a few.  On September 27, the sovereign prince will give the keynote address and will participate in the discussion regarding “… the summary of findings from the scientists of the Ocean in a High CO2 World Symposium…”

Meanwhile, the upcoming movie, Grace of Monaco, begins shooting in Monaco beginning in September.  The film, directed by Mr. Olivier Dahan, stars Ms. Nicole Kidman and Mr. Tim Roth.

And, finally, there is a new exhibition tribute to the late Princess Grace entitled, Grace: A Symbol of Change.  According to the official website for this unique three-day tribute it will be an “… opportunity to recognize Princess Grace’s inspiring legacy in the main three roles of her life, and [to] celebrate her exemplary contribution to positive change.”

For more information please visit the official website of Grace: A Symbol of Change here. 

Oh!  One more thing! Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco were at Lac de Paladru in France over the weekend just chilling and having a good time with friends.  And, well, that is just about it.

Yay.

Random Royal News Regarding Members of the Danish Royal Family.

Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II and His Royal Highness Prince Henrik of Denmark are currently on holiday in southern France to spend time at their lovely home known as Château de Caïx.

This evening the regent couple hosted a summer concert, on the grounds of 15th century château, with the Danish Royal Lifeguards Music Corps entertaining their guests.

Yesterday, August 20, 2012, His Royal Highness Prince Joachim of Denmark was in Copenhagen to attend the opening of the conference entitled, Grow Aboard.  Attendees from “…North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia attended the conference …”  which helps to develop young farmers and gives them the opportunity to go abroad “… to learn about other cultures through agriculture.”

And, that’s it.   :)

Source: IF.dk and Kongehuset

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark Participates in the 100th Anniversary Celebrations of the Odense University Hospital. (VIDEOS)

On Tuesday, August 21, 2012, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark participated in Odense University Hospital’s (OUH)“… 100th anniversary arrangement…”  

Upon his arrival the future king of Denmark was welcomed by hundreds of hospital employees as well as patients, the Chairman of OUH, Mr. Carl Holst, and OUH’s Director, Ms. Jan Krag to name a few.

Afterward, the crown prince was given a tour of OUH’s Hans Christian Andersen’s Children’s Section of the hospital and much more.  The day ended with a lovely reception.

Click here and here to watch videos.  And, click here to view photos.