On June 3, 2012, the Guinness World Records announced that the Diamond Jubilee River Pageant flotilla broke “... a new world record for the largest parade of boats.”
According to the British newspaper, Guardian and the official Twitter page for the Diamond Jubilee River Pageant, the record “…was [officially] announced as 419 boats reached Tower Bridge…over 1000 expected by the end of the day!!!”
Awesome!
Click here, here,andhereto view photos as well as a videosfrom today’s fantastic event! 🙂
Sources: Guardian and the Diamond River Pageant Twitter page
On June 3, 2012, Their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall made a surprise visit to the Piccadilly Big Lunch prior to the Diamond Jubilee River Pageant in London.
Meanwhile in Fulham, Their Royal Highnesses the Duke of York along with Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice also made a surprise visit to the Big Jubilee Lunch to the delight of all. The celebration was held at All Saints Church.
Click the links below to watch a video as well as to view photos.
Well, today is the big Diamond Jubilee River Pageant in London and to honor Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II here is the recent BBC One documentary entitled, A Jubilee Tribute to The Queen by The Prince of Wales. Enjoy! 🙂
On Friday, June 1, 2012, Her Royal Highness Princess Maxima of the Netherlands participated in the opening of the 4th International Conference of Insurance entitled, Insurance Europe, held at the Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky in Amsterdam.
According to RVD, today’s conference is “…dedicated to the responsibility that insurers worldwide provide security and protection to consumers and businesses.” During today’s event, hosted by the Dutch Association of Insurers, the princess gave a speech about the importance of financial inclusion and education.
On their second day in Portugal, Their Royal Highnesses Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia of Asturias visited the town of Braga on May 31, 2012. During their visit the royal couple toured the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL), which, according to the Spanish royal court, is:
… a collaborative scientific project between Spain and Portugal, which was inaugurated in July 2009 by His Majesty King Juan Carlos I and the President of Portugal, Mr. Aníbal Silva.
Whilst at the INL, Prince Felipe unveiled a shiny new plaque “…commemorating the royal couple’s visit.” Afterward the prince and princess were given a private tour of the INL lab by Mr. José Rivas.
Soon the royal couple were back in Lisbon to attend a reception alongside “…sixty guests…” held at the Spanish Ambassador’s residence. And, finally, after a long day Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia attended a gala dinner held in their honor at Queluz Palace. The dinner was hosted by the Portuguese President, Mr. Aníbal Silva and his lovely wife.
On May 29, 2012, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco and Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover attended a photo exhibition entitled, Food For Hope: Together Against Hunger, held at the Galerie des Pêcheurs.
According to the Gouvernement Princier de Monaco the exhibition, presented by the United Nations World Food Programme, consists of 40 photos which are:
… are a reflection of the particularly harsh life of third world people who are being helped by the WFP. The government in Monaco continues collaborates with the WFP with emergency aid and more…
On May 30, 2012, Their Royal Highnesses Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia of Asturias began their three-day official visit to fantastic Portugal. The purpose of their visit is to strengthen economic, cultural and bilateral ties.
Upon their arrival to Lisbon the royal couple were met by the Ambassador of Spain in Portugal, Mr. Eduardo Bonet, the Secretary of State of Foreign Affairs and Portuguese Cooperation, Mr. Luis Brites, and a several other government officials as well as local dignitaries.
After a brief visit to a monastery, Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia were on their merry way to Belém Palace to participate in a boring meeting with the president of Portugal, Mr. Anibal Silva and his wife, Maria.
Soon it was time for lunch with local officials as well as “…young Portuguese people prominent in the arts, science and business.” When that was all over, the royal couple and their business delegation made a mad dash to:
… the Assembly of the Portuguese Republic, where they were greeted by the chairperson, Mr. Assunçao Esteves. After the greeting with the parliamentary delegation, the royal couple attended yet another boring meeting with a bunch of Portuguese government officials.
The day finally ended with a reception at the Ambassador of Spain’s luxurious home in Lisbon. Guests included members of the Spanish community living in the area.
Meanwhile at Zarzuela Palace, His Majesty King Juan Carlos I of Spain is still in hiding. However, the old king is still working. Today, he held an audience with Mr. Plácido Arias, the President of the Royal Board of Trustees of the Museo Nacional del Prado and some other dude that you may not be all that interested in.
And, finally, yesterday I tweeted a short article regarding Her Majesty Queen Sofia of Spain rescuing a tiny dog during Madrid’s Companion Animal Fair this past weekend (the dog was from a local shelter in Madrid). Any way, the newest member of the Spanish royal family has a name and it is… Paquita.
Aw. 🙂
Little Paquita will arrive to the luxurious Zarzuela Palace within the next few days. If you have ever rescued a pet before then you know it is standard process (hence taking several days before the animal can arrive at their new home.)
Click the links below to view photos, watch a video as well as to read and article regarding Queen Sofia.
The Royal Correspondent 