On July 23, 2012, Their Majesties King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia of Spain witnessed the “… swearing in ceremony…” of Mr. Gonzalo Moliner, the new President of the Supreme Court and General Council of the Judiciary. The event took place at Zarzuela Palace in Madrid. Click here to watch a video. (in Spanish)

Afterward, Their Majesties joined Their Royal Highnesses Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia of Asturias at Palacio Real de El Pardo in Madrid to meet with members of the 2012 Spanish Olympic Team. During the meeting His Majesty King Juan Carlos I gave a speech stating, “You will be the center of attention in all of Spain. And, once again, you all will be models of conduct and a [good] example for the young… It is a great responsibility… I wish you much success…”

Source and photos courtesy of Casa de Su Majestad el Rey

British Royals

An Interview with Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal. (VIDEO)

July 23, 2012 Alexandra

Here is the 1980 interview with Her Royal Highness Princess Anne from the show, Parkinson in Australia. The princess was joined by her ex-husband, Captain Mark Phillips in Part Five of the interview.

Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four, and Part Five

Belgian Royals

His Royal Highness Prince Philippe of Belgium Visits the Unité de Guides Catholiques de Mont-Saint-Guibert Scout Camp in Paliseul. (VIDEO)

July 23, 2012 Alexandra

On July 23, 2012, His Royal Highness Prince Philippe of Belgium was in Paliseul, in the province of Luxembourg, to meet with the youths from the Unité de Guides Catholiques de Mont-Saint-Guibert attending the scout summer camp.

Upon his arrival the future king of Belgium was greeted by Mayor Jean-Pol Hannard as well as the staff from the camp. Soon, Prince Philippe met with the 140 youths and was given a tour of, well, the camp. 🙂

Click here to watch a video.

Click here to view photos.

Source: La Monarchie Belge

Monaco Princely Family

Royal News Regarding Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco

July 23, 2012 Alexandra

Recently, Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco attended a luncheon with members of the South Africa Olympic Swim Team in Monte-Carlo.

The casual luncheon, held at the famous Stars N’ Bars restaurant, was also attended by American fashion designer Mr. Tommy Hilfiger who provided the clothing for the South African Olympic Swim Team.

And, finally, this evening in London Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene will attend a reception for members of the International Olympic Committee at Buckingham Palace. The gala reception will be hosted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. Afterward, the sovereign prince will participate in the 124th International Olympic Session to be held at the Royal Opera House.

On Wednesday, July 25, 2012, Prince Albert II will attend a gala reception for the members of the World Olympians Association. The sovereign prince is the Honorary President of the organization.

Source: Palais Princier de Monaco

Monaco Princely Family

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco Visits Baux de Provence

July 21, 2012 Alexandra

On July 21, 2012, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco visited the village of Baux de Provence in the south of France.

Whilst there the sovereign prince attended the opening of the photo exhibition, D’un Rocher à L’autre, as well as “… inaugurated the Place Rainier III de Monaco…” in Baux de Provence.

Click here view photos. (Search “Prince Albert” to view the images.)

Source: Palais Princier de Monaco

Monaco Princely Family

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco Attends the Opening of the 2012 Herculis International d’Athlétisme Meeting

July 21, 2012 Alexandra

On Friday, July 20, 2012, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco attended the opening of the 2012 Herculis International d’Athlétisme Meeting (track and field competition) held at the Stade Louis II.

And, that’s it. 🙂

Photo courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco

Belgian Royals

Members of the Belgian Royal Family Celebrate Fête Nationale 2012 (VIDEOS)

July 21, 2012 Alexandra 2 Comments

On July 21, 2012, members of the Belgian royal family celebrated Fête Nationale 2012 throughout the country. Their Majesties King Albert II and Queen Paola along with Queen Fabiola, and Their Royal Highnesses Prince Philippe and Princess Mathilde attended a Te Deum at the Cathédrale des Saints-Michel-et-Gudule in Brussels. While in Liège Their Royal Highnesses Prince Laurent and Princess Claire celebrated at the Cathédrale Saint-Paul.

Soon, the royal family gathered at the Place des Palais in Brussels to watch a fantastic military parade. Also in attendance were the Belgian Prime Minister, Mr. Elio Di Rupo, as well as dozens of government officials.

Thereafter, Their Royal Highnesses Prince Philippe and Princess Mathilde along with Prince Laurent and Princess Claire, and Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz attended the Fête au Parc in Brussels.

Click here to watch videos. (Scroll down to view several video clips. In French)

More Videos. (Scroll down. In Dutch)

Click here view photos.

Sources: Le Vif and La Monarchie Belge