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Tomorrow (or rather today) in Ireland, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and his fiancée, Charlene Wittstock, officially begin their state visit to the emerald island. According to the Press Association, the couple will be officially greeted by:

President Mary McAleese and her husband Dr Martin McAleese will formally welcome the Prince at Aras an Uachtarain tomorrow morning and kick-start a series of engagements in Dublin.

After the official greeting, a bunch of air kissing, hand shaking, and head nods the princely entourage and Irish politicians will have a lovely lunch at Iveagh House. After lunch there will be a meeting “…between the Taoiseach and Prince Albert in Government Buildings.” (MS) It is unknown what Miss Wittstock will do, perhaps shopping or meeting the locals, but one this is for sure… there will be loads of photos of her doing something. Or, not.

Anyway…

The purpose of the visit, according to the Irish government news service, Merrion Street, is to:

…strengthen relations between Ireland and Monaco and help to explore the undoubted opportunities for increasing trade, tourism and investment links between the two countries.

Source: Press Asscociation and Merrion Street.ie Photo courtesy of: Zimbio.com by Bauer Griffin

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Attends the 6th Annual Ever Monaco Exhibition and Conference. Plus Other Updates.

April 1, 2011 Alexandra

On March 31, 2011, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco attended the opening of the 6th Annual Ever Monaco Exhibition in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

The exhibition and conference, held at the Grimaldi Forum, focuses on environmentally friendly vehicles “…and of renewable energies…” and technology. According to the official site for the 2011 Ever Monaco website, many well-known auto companies are present this year including Honda, Toyota, Lexus, and Mitsubishi just to name a few. The auto companies are at the event to “…showcase the [their] latest models of ecological vehicles on the market…” which includes hybrids, electric, and biofuel (hydrogen) cars.

Overall, the Ever Monaco exhibition and conference is:

… intended to be a forum of specialists coming from both universities and industries, involved in R&D projects in the area of ecological vehicles and of renewable energies. They will have the opportunity to share their scientific, technical, business and social experiences with other attendees coming from all over the world, through the presentation and the discussion of their recent innovations either at lecture or dialogue sessions or at the different booths of the exhibition which will be organized in parallel with the conference. (EM)

The event ends of April 3, 2011.

To view photos from opening day of the 6th Annual Ever Monaco Exhibition and Conference with H.S.H. Prince Albert II please click these links: Ever Monaco.com and Press Photos

Source: Grimaldi Forum and Press Release Photo courtesy of: Grimaldi Forum

Two days before the opening of Ever Monaco, on March 29, 2011, H.S.H. Prince Albert II received an honorary degree from the Institute Portalis in Aix-en-Provence, France.

Oh Yay!

Good to know that he didn’t have to work and stress his cojones off to earn that “honorary degree” like the rest of us. Oh no, I’m not bitter… lol 🙂

To view photos of H.S.H. Prince Albert II receiving the “…scarf of the Doctor Honoris Causa…” from Professor Jol-Benoit d’Onorio please click the link: DayLife.com by GERARD JULIEN/AFP/Getty Images

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and Charlene Wittstock to Visit Ireland

March 29, 2011 Alexandra

It was announced this afternoon that H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and his fiancée, Charlene Wittstock, will visit the lovely country of Ireland starting on April 4 – 6, 2011.

The couple will visit Dublin and Galway to “…mark the 50th anniversary of the visit (to Ireland) of his late parents, H.S.H. Prince Rainier III and H.S.H. Princess Grace.” (The Journal.ie)

According to the Irish newspaper, Drogheda Independent:

Officials said the programme for the visit will reflect the long-standing ties between Ireland and Monaco and will underline the potential for future co-operation in the areas of business, the environment, research, education, tourism and culture.

President Mary McAleese and her husband Dr Martin McAleese will formally welcome Prince Albert to Ireland and will host a state dinner in his honour.

He will also have meetings with Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Environment Minister Phil Hogan, Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney and the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Gerry Breen.

During his time in Ireland, the Prince will visit Trinity College in Dublin, tour the redeveloped Docklands area in the city, and the Irish Marine Institute in Oranmore, County Galway.

He will also inaugurate an exhibition in honour of the late Princess Grace at Farmleigh House, where he will host a reception to highlight Irish literature and art.

Prince Albert will be accompanied by a delegation from the Monaco Chamber of Economic Development during certain events.

More information is coming through the newswire so stay tuned.

Source: DFA.ie, Drogheda-Independent.ie, Independent.ie, and The Journal.ie Photo courtesy of: Zimbio.com by Pool/Getty Images Europe

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H.S.H. Princess Grace of Monaco: Her Last Interview and A French Documentary About Her Life

March 25, 2011 Alexandra 2 Comments

On June 22, 1982, the American television program, 20/20, interviewed H.S.H. Princess Grace of Monaco two and a half months before her death on September 14, 1982.

This in-depth interview with journalist Pierre Salinger is quite interesting to say the least. The late Princess discussed her life in Monaco, her family, the United States, her friends, her movie career, and much, much more.

So, if you have never seen this interview please click these links and enjoy: Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four, Part Five, and Part Six.

And, finally here is the French documentary, Grace Kelly: Princess of Monaco. Click the links to watch: Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four, Part Five, Part Six, Part Seven, Part Eight, Part Nine, Part Ten, Part Eleven, and Part Twelve

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The Funeral for the Late H.S.H Princess Antoinette of Monaco

March 24, 2011 Alexandra

On March 24, 2011, at 10am inside the Cathédrale de Monaco, the funeral for the late H.S.H. Princess Antoinette took place. The entire Princely family of Monaco was there including the de Massy family as well as friends and dignitaries of Monaco.

The Roman Catholic funeral service, led by Monsignor Bernard Barsi, was a lovely one and the speech by H.S.H. Princess Antoinette’s granddaughter, Melanie-Antoinette de Massy, was touching. A lovely tribute to her late grandmother.

After the service, at 12pm, the family travelled to the Chapelle de la Paix (Chapel of Peace) where H.S.H. Princess Antoinette’s private burial was held.

There are many photos from the funeral service as well as a video; however, I do not feel comfortable posting photos of a grief-stricken family. With that being said, if you would like to see the images from today please click the links: Paris Match, Zimbio.com , DayLife, and a Video

Source: Nice-Matin

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News Program About the Princely Family of Monaco

March 23, 2011 Alexandra 2 Comments

So, last night I posted a link to a news report/panel discussion about H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and Charlene Wittstock. Well, here is the same program, C Dans L’air, which airs on the French television network, France 5. This time the panel discusses the princely family of Monaco.

Click to watch: Video

Monaco Coat of Arms courtesy of: Wikipedia

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H.S.H.Prince Albert II of Monaco and Charlene Wittstock to Attend the British Royal Wedding?

March 23, 2011 Alexandra

Well, according to the journalist Simon Perry who writes for the American magazine, People, it is true. It is totally and utterly true that H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and his beautiful fiancée, Charlene, will attend the upcoming British royal wedding on April 29, 2011.