H.R.H. Princess Astrid of Belgium is currently in Abu Dhabi as part of the delegation for “Roll Back Malaria” (RBM) to raise awareness for the global fight against Malaria, Tuberculosis, and AIDS. The princess is accompanied by Dr. Michel Kazatchkine, Executive Director of the Global Fund to fight against AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis, and by Prof.. Dr. Awa Coll-Seck, Executive Director of Partnership “Roll Back Malaria”. Princess Astrid and her delegation will also visit Kuwait and Qatar in the coming days.

To view photos please click here and here.

Source: La Monarchie Belge

Dutch Royal Family

H.R.H. Princess Maxima of the Netherlands Attends the 2011 Prince Bernhard Cultuurfonds Award in Amsterdam

November 28, 2011 Alexandra

On November 28, 2011, H.R.H. Princess Maxima of the Netherlands attended the 2011 Prince Berhard Cultuurfonds Award in Amsterdam. Held at the Muziekgebouw (Music Building) this year’s prestigious award was given to filmmaker and photographer, Anton Corbijn. According to, NOS, Mr. Corbjin won the prize:

…because he’s an important image-maker and shaper of popular culture of his generation. He serves as an international example for photographers, designers and art directors.

During the festivities there were performances by Bono, Chris Martin and Herbert Grönemeyer.

To view photos please click the links below:

Gallery One
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Source and photo courtesy of: NOS.nl

British Royals, Royal documentaries

‘Princess Anne: Her Working Life’: A Documentary

November 27, 2011 Alexandra 3 Comments

Here is the 1981 documentary entitled, Princess Anne: Her Working Life.

Unfortunately, part six is missing.

British Royals, Royal documentaries

‘Elizabeth R: The First Thirty Years’ A Documentary

November 27, 2011 Alexandra

Here is the documentary, Elizabeth R: The First Thirty Years. Click the links below to watch.

Royals in General, Royalty and Films

Blauw Bloed: Weekly Royal Video News

November 27, 2011 Alexandra 2 Comments

Here is the latest royal video news from the Dutch program, Blauw Bloed.

In this week’s episode host, Jeroen Snel, reviews T.R.H.s Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary in Australia, Her Majesty Queen Beatrix news, the Dutch royals attending the film première of Nova Zembla, H.R.H. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway in Davie, FL, Crown Prince Haakon in Nepal, the Prince and Princess of Asturias in Chile, Princess Mathilde of Belgium visiting schools, a discussion regarding Princess Charlene of Monaco, and much more.

Click the video icon below where it says Koninklijke Premiere Nova Zembla. 🙂

British Royals, Royal documentaries

‘Charles and Diana: The Wedding of the Century’: A Documentary

November 26, 2011 Alexandra 2 Comments

Well, it’s a slow news day so now I suppose is the time to post the documentary, Charles and Diana: The Wedding of the Century. Click the links below to watch. 🙂

Monaco Princely Family

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Visits the Aquarium de San Sebastián (VIDEOS)

November 25, 2011 Alexandra

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco visited the Aquarium de San Sebastián in Spain on Friday, November 25, 2011.

Upon his arrival the prince was greeted by the president of the aquarium, the deputy of the Government in Gipuzkoa, Pedro Luis Rio, the Basque Minister of Culture, Blanca Urgell, and the speaker of the City of San Sebastian, Joshua Ruiz.

Following the unveiling of a commemorative plaque in the lobby, the prince placed a wreath below a portrait of his grandfather, Albert I of Monaco. Then he signed the book of honor and toured the aquarium. Afterward, Prince Albert II visited the Balenciaga Museum which displays four gowns designed by Balenciaga for his mother, Princess Grace. The designs were given to the museum in 2003. After viewing the exhibit Prince Albert told reporters that his visit to the museum was “…very emotional…”

To watch two video reports from today’s event please click the links below: