Belgium

Open Post – Queen Mathilde and Princess Elisabeth in Egypt (Updated Day Three)

Queen Mathilde and Princess Elisabeth are on a three-day trip to Egypt. One of the primary objectives of the trip is to open an exhibit honoring Elisabeth's great-great grandmother, Elisabeth of Bavaria, Queen of the Belgians. The current Duchess of Brabant is her namesake, so it's a sentimental journey of sorts. Background Like many people… Continue reading Open Post – Queen Mathilde and Princess Elisabeth in Egypt (Updated Day Three)

Monaco

Random Royaling – Sainte Devote

Ready to burn a boat, gang? Yes, it's Sainte Devote time again! Here's a refresher if you are rusty on the details. January 26 Princess Charlene of Monaco, Mélanie-Antoinette de Massy, Prince Jacques of Monaco and Princess Gabriella of Monaco were all present at the fire last night. Mélanie is a second cousin to Prince… Continue reading Random Royaling – Sainte Devote

Monaco

Random Royaling – Christmas in Monaco

I've been royal-watching for yonks years and even I didn't realize the extent of Christmas activities in Monaco. We've covered a couple of them in Bits, but let's do a deep dive on two of them here - with a bonus look at an interview. Their Serene Highnesses attended the inauguration of the traditional Christmas… Continue reading Random Royaling – Christmas in Monaco