On January 15, 2013, Her Majesty Queen Sofia of Spain was awarded the XXI Premio de Convivencia de la Fundación Manuel Broseta (Coexistence Award) in recognition of her “… significant commitment to various social projects, for her role in the recent history of Spain and for her outstanding work in promoting harmony, coexistence and the momentum of democratic values.”

According to the Spanish royal court the Premio de Convivencia was created to, “… distinguish those individuals, organizations or groups who have excelled in defending the values of freedom, justice, coexistence, and respect.”

Today’s ceremony was held at the Palau de la Generalitat in Valencia and was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Mr. José Manuel García-Margallo, the Government Delegate in Valencia, Ms. Paula Sánchez de León, and the Mayor of Valencia, Ms. Rita Barbera to name a few.

Photo courtesy of Casa Real

Spanish Royals

HRH Prince Felipe of Asturias Attends the 3rd Edition of Spain Investors Day. (VIDEO)

January 15, 2013 Alexandra

His Royal Highness Prince Felipe of Asturias attended the 3rd Edition of the Spain Investors Day held at the Hotel Ritz in Madrid January 15, 2013. Over 200 international investors and 35 executives from various Spanish companies attended today’s event.

According to the Spanish royal court, the Spain Investors Day forum:

“… allows big international investors are aware of the current situation of major national companies and attracts foreign investment to Spain, with the aim of boosting the economic activity of the Spanish companies.”

Dutch Royal Family

Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands Hosts a New Year Reception. (VIDEO)

January 15, 2013 Alexandra

Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands hosted a New Year reception at the Koninklijk Paleis in Amsterdam on January 15, 2013. Also in attendance were Their Royal Highnesses Prince Willem-Alexander of Oranje and Princess Maxima of the Netherlands, Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven.

According to RVD, during today’s reception Her Majesty received, “… several hundred guests who represent the Dutch society; specifically representatives from agriculture, horticulture and animal husbandry were invited …”

British Royals

News Regarding Their Royal Highnesses Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie of York.

January 14, 2013 Alexandra

According to the Telegraph newspaper, beginning on January 17, 2013, Their Royal Highnesses Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie of York will “… follow in their father’s footsteps by working as trade ambassadors for Britain.”

Please click here to read the Telegraph newspaper article in its entirety.

Swedish Royals

His Royal Highness Prince Carl Philip of Sweden Attends the 2013 Svenska Idrottsgalan. (VIDEO)

January 14, 2013 Alexandra

His Royal Highness Prince Carl Philip of Sweden attended the 2013 Svenska Idrottsgalan (Swedish Sports Gala) held at the Globe Arena in Stockholm.

Please click here to watch a video from tonight’s gala.

Photo courtesy of Kungahuset

Dutch Royal Family

Members of the Dutch Royal Family Attend a Reception. (VIDEO)

January 14, 2013 Alexandra

On January 14, 2013, Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands along with Their Royal Highnesses Prince Willem-Alexander of Oranje and Princess Maxima of the Netherlands and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven attended a reception for the participants of the Ambassadors Conference held at the Koninklijk Paleis in Amsterdam.

Monaco Princely Family, Royal documentaries

“Intimité et Pouvoir: Un An Dans La Vie du Prince Albert de Monaco”

January 14, 2013 Alexandra

For those of you who live outside of France and Monaco and missed last night’s documentary from M6 entitled, Intimité et Pouvoir: Un An Dans La Vie du Prince Albert de Monaco, well, now is your chance. 🙂

Overall, the documentary is, in my opinion, one of the best I have seen in a long time. And, it seems that I am not the only one who enjoyed the program. Over 4 million viewers watched last night’s documentary making it the highest rated show of the night and the highest rating the M6 network has had in years.

Click here to watch the entire documentary

If the above link does not work for you the video below should. But, hurry up and watch it for the video may soon be taken down by You Tube.