Belgian Royals, British Royals

Royal News Regarding His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh and His Majesty King Albert II of Belgium

On June 4, 2012, it was announced by Buckingham Palace that His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh has been hospitalized for a bladder infection.

The 90-year-old duke was admitted to “…King Edward VII Hospital in London this afternoon, from Windsor Castle, as a precautionary measure after developing a bladder infection, which is being assessed and treated” according to a palace spokesperson.

He will remain in the hospital “for a few days” and unfortunately will miss the Diamond Jubilee concert as well as Thanksgiving service to be held at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London.

Meanwhile, in Brussels, His Majesty King Albert II held an audience at Château de Laeken with Prime Minister Elio Di Rupo.

Sources: Scotsman, BBC News via Buckingham Palace and La Monarchie Belge

Photo courtesy of Daylife

British Royals

The Diamond Jubilee River Pageant Flotilla Breaks Guinness World Record (VIDEOS)

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, and here to view photos as well as a videos from today’s fantastic event!   🙂

Sources: Guardian and the Diamond River Pageant Twitter page

British Royals

Their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall Make a Surprise Visit to the Piccadilly Big Lunch (VIDEOS)

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.

Dutch Royal Family

Her Royal Highness Princess Maxima of the Netherlands Attends the 4th International Conference of Insurance, ‘Insurance Europe’ in Amsterdam.

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.

Click the links below to view photos.

Source: RVD/HKH

Spanish Royals

Their Royal Highnesses Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia of Asturias Visit Portugal: Day Two (VIDEO)

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.

Click here to view photos.

Source: Casa de Su Majestad el Rey

Monaco Princely Family

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco and Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover View a Photo Exhibition (VIDEO)

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…

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