On June 25, 2013, Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall arrived in County Antrim, Northern Ireland for a special visit.

This morning the royal couple toured the WrightBus factory “…where new ultra-low carbon double-decker London buses are being built…” according to the Associated Press.

Afterward, The Duchess of Cornwall visited the Broughshane Library and Nursery School as well as the Antrim Area Hospital. Meanwhile, The Prince of Wales “…met with crowds outside Larne town hall. He travelled there to show his support for local farmers who suffered badly from adverse weather earlier this year…” according to the BBC News.

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Royals in General

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani The New Emir of Qatar. (VIDEOS)

June 25, 2013 Alexandra

Well, it is official. The super awesome His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani of Qatar has retired, err, stepped down as the Emir of Qatar. So, who’s replacing him? His son… His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani.

According to His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, via a press conference, the reason for his abdication was pretty simple. According to the Emir “…it was time for a new generation to takeover… This is the beginning of a new era in which a young leadership will hold the banner…”

According to the Qatar News Agency, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani will “…receive citizens from 8 AM to 11:30 AM on Wednesday, June 26 to swear allegiance to the new Emir…”

So, congrats Your Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani! Good luck, dude. And, don’t screw up. 🙂

Click the video to watch the announcement on You Tube.

Monaco Princely Family

HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco Visits the ‘Song of the Whale’ Research Sailing Vessel.

June 25, 2013 Alexandra

On Sunday, June 23, 2013, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco arrived at the Yacht Club de Monaco to visit the “…International Fund for Animal Welfare’s research sailing vessel, Song of the Whale’…”

For detailed information about his visit as well as to view private photos please visit the International Fund for Animal Welfare’s official website here.

Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg

News Regarding Members of the Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg.

June 24, 2013 Alexandra 2 Comments

Over the weekend members of the Grand Ducal family of Luxembourg participated in the 2013 National Day celebrations.

Anyway, the great site, Luxarazzi Luxembourg, covered all this weekend’s mega festivities, and if you haven’t already checked out their site, well, you should. Click here for a full report which includes links to videos and hundreds of photos. 🙂

Photo courtesy of Zimbio

Royal House of Jordan

His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan Visits the General Headquarters of the Jordanian Armed Forces. (VIDEO)

June 24, 2013 Alexandra

On Monday, June 24, 2013, His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan visited the General Headquarters of the Jordanian Armed Forces in Amman. During his visit His Majesty held meetings with various military officials including the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mashaal Mohammad Zaben, according to Petra News.

Afterward, His Majesty opened the new Army’s Officers Club where he unveiled a plaque and toured the new facility.

Belgian Royals

News Regarding Their Royal Highnesses Prince Philippe and Princess Mathilde of Belgium.

June 24, 2013 Alexandra

On Monday, June 24, 2013, His Royal Highness Prince Philippe of Belgium attended a reception at the Palais Royal de Bruxelles with the president of the China Entrepreneurs Club, Mr. Liu Chuanzhi, and members of the CEC.

In the evening, the prince accompanied by Her Royal Highness Princess Mathilde of Belgium attended a gala concert, held at the Concert Noble in Brussels, to celebrate the “…accession of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union” according to the Belgian royal court. Guests of honor at tonight’s event was the President of Croatia, Mr. Ivo Josipović, and his lovely wife, Ms. Tatjana Josipović.

Photo courtesy of Yahoo

Spanish Royals

His Royal Highness Prince Felipe of Asturias Celebrates the 175th Anniversary of the Cuerpo de Policía Municipal de Madrid.

June 24, 2013 Alexandra

His Royal Highness Prince Felipe of Asturias arrived at the Parque del Retiro in Madrid this morning to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Cuerpo de Policía Municipal de Madrid.