2016 Royal Year In Review

Our tribute to the year that was including the birth of four royal babies, two weddings and four funerals. Royal Babies Bhutan's Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema welcomed their son, Jigme Namgyel Wangchuck, The Gyalsey (heir apparent) on 5 February. We are delighted to share a special Kupar of our new born…

Royal Christmas Day Speeches, 2016

Queen Elizabeth II, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf delivered their pre-recorded Christmas broadcasts. We have provided English translations wherever possible. Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain The Queen's annual Christmas Broadcast aired in the UK and Commonwealth countries on Christmas Day. The Queen reflects on 'Inspiration' from Olympic and Paralympic athletes…

2016 Christmas Greetings from Sweden’s Crown Princess Family

Sweden's Crown Princess Family 'goes bush' in this year's Christmas video. The Crown Princess, Prince Daniel, Princess Estelle and Prince Oscar send their Christmas message from Tyresta National Park, near Stockholm. Source: Kungahuset.se The Swedish Royal Court released this video on Monday, 19 December, showing the Crown Princess Family (Kronprinsessfamiljen) donning wet-weather gear, going for…

Prince Harry In Barbados and Guyana

Prince Harry finishes up his royal visit to the Caribbean in Barbados and Guyana, including spending some time with children. He visited the Nightengale Children's Home, which provides accommodation, support and care for children from birth through to 18, including young ones with learning disabilities and health problems. Prince Harry's speech on behalf of HM The…