The Merry Royals

March 10th, 2008

The Latest on Zara Phillips

Princess Anne’s daughter, Zara Phillips, has been busy over the past month. She is preparing for the Olympics in August. She was at the Equestrian Senior Training Squad in Gloucestershire, Britain, on February 20. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4 
Zara and her horse Toytown were also at the international event in Barocca d’Alva in Portugal.
Aside from […]

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March 10th, 2008

Dutch Royals under Fire over Yacht Maintenance

Queen Beatrix and her family’s expenses are under scrutiny over the expenses incurred for the maintenance of the royal yacht “De Groene Draeck” (The Green Dragon). The yacht has been maintained by the Dutch Navy, ever since The Queen received it as a birthday gift in 1956.
Critics are saying that the royal family should […]

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March 7th, 2008

Prince Charles and Camilla Enjoy Caribbean Visit

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall are clearly enjoying themselves during their visit to the Caribbean. Among their activities in Trinidad were a game of Trinidadian cricket, music lessons with a steel pan, a cultural performance from the Arts in Action Theatre a reception, a simulated maritime narcotics raid by the Trinidad […]

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March 5th, 2008

The Newly Glam Princess Eugenie

Britain’s Princess Eugenie, younger daughter of Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, is all glammed up in her cover shoot for Tatler magazine. The princess is being featured to mark her 18th birthday on March 23.
See the cover photo here.
Princess Eugenie also gave an interview, in which she describes her family life […]

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March 5th, 2008

A Medal and a Promotion for Prince Harry

Prince Harry and his fellow soldiers will be receiving medals for their service in Afghanistan. Reports say that the Queen herself will be presenting the awards at a ceremony in Windsor Castle. It is a rare event for the Queen to do this, but it is her grandson after all.
Photos:
Prince Harry arriving from Afghanistan.
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March 5th, 2008

‘Relief and Pride’ for Prince Charles as Prince Harry Returns Home

“Relief and pride”, “immense blessing”. These are the words used by Prince Charles when he welcomed his son Prince Harry from the frontlines of Afghanistan. The Prince of Wales also gave tribute to those who have served and are serving in the Armed Forces.
The Prince of Wales’ website has posted his comments thus:

“Along with many […]

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March 5th, 2008

Prince Charles and Camilla Arrive in the Caribbean

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall are in the Caribbean for an official 11-day tour. They arrived in the island of Trinidad via the capital Port of Spain yesterday, March 4. They will be also visit Tobago, St. Lucia, Jamaica and Montserrat to promote sustainable development, environmental protection and youth opportunity, issues […]

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March 3rd, 2008

Behind the Palace Walls: What did you think?

So, what did you think of ABC’s documentary, “The Royal Family: Behind the Palace Walls“? Was it what you expected? What did you think of The Queen? Was it a good move for the monarchy to allow this unprecedented look into their lives?
There’s a lot of the behind-the-scenes preparations that don’t include the royals themselves. […]

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March 3rd, 2008

Behind the Palace Walls: The Royal Family’s Job

I’m live-blogging during ABC’s documentary, “The Royal Family: Behind the Palace Walls“. Right now, it’s about the finances of the royal family and their public roles.
Prince Edward is talking about life as a royal, and being accountable before the British taxpayers. A young man is asking what the royal family’s job is (Feel free to […]

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March 3rd, 2008

Behind the Palace Walls: The British Royal Jewels

The royal jewels are shown on ABC’s documentary, “The Royal Family: Behind the Palace Walls“. David Thomas was the crown jeweler (he has since retired), and the only one (other than the royals) who can touch the royal jewels. We get a close look at the storied jewels adorning the Imperial State Crown, worn by […]

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