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The Earl and Countess of Wessex recently flew to Switzerland on a £46 million private jet.
Britain's Prince Edward and his wife Sophie travelled to the upmarket ski resort of St Moritz in style, to enjoy a luxurious holiday with friends.
As the getaway was not a royal engagement, Sophie and Edward, both 51, paid for the travel arrangements themselves, with the jet believed to have cost up to £20,000 for the one hour and 45-minute flight, according to the Daily Mail.
During their getaway, Sophie and Edward attended a lavish costume party at Dracula Club hosted by Elle Macpherson
Meanwhile, next month the royal couple will travel to the US and the Bahamas on an official state visit.
According to their representatives, the couple "will visit Bahamas, Florida, USA and the Cayman Islands on behalf of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation & 100 Women in Hedge Funds' Next Generation Initiatives".
Prince Edward - who is the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip - and Sophie have two children, Lady Louise, 12, and James, Viscount Severn, eight, together.
Prince Edward’s private jet
The Earl and Countess of Wessex recently flew to Switzerland on a £46 million private jet.
Britain's Prince Edward and his wife Sophie travelled to the upmarket ski resort of St Moritz in style, to enjoy a luxurious holiday with friends.
As the getaway was not a royal engagement, Sophie and Edward, both 51, paid for the travel arrangements themselves, with the jet believed to have cost up to £20,000 for the one hour and 45-minute flight, according to the Daily Mail.
During their getaway, Sophie and Edward attended a lavish costume party at Dracula Club hosted by Elle Macpherson
Meanwhile, next month the royal couple will travel to the US and the Bahamas on an official state visit.
According to their representatives, the couple "will visit Bahamas, Florida, USA and the Cayman Islands on behalf of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation & 100 Women in Hedge Funds' Next Generation Initiatives".
Prince Edward - who is the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip - and Sophie have two children, Lady Louise, 12, and James, Viscount Severn, eight, together.
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Britain's Prince Charles says growing up in Windsor Castle was "fascinating".
The heir-to-the-throne spent his childhood between a number of his mother Queen Elizabeth's estates including London's Buckingham Palace, Sandringham in Norfolk, Balmoral in Aberdeenshire in Scotland and Windsor Castle and says the latter cultivated his love of books.
He explained: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense that I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course, as I got older, I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust. I grew up surrounded by books and all the fascination that goes with the books - the smell, the dust, the occasional strange beetles that eat the paper."
Speaking at a reception hosted by Mail on Sunday editor Geordie Greig with Friends of the National Libraries, Charles also spoke of his love of vinyl.
According to the Evening Standard, he added: "We simply must, ladies and gentlemen, must protect these treasure houses of our history and of everything that has made our culture and our country great."
Prince Charles’ ‘fascinating’ childhood
Britain's Prince Charles says growing up in Windsor Castle was "fascinating".
The heir-to-the-throne spent his childhood between a number of his mother Queen Elizabeth's estates including London's Buckingham Palace, Sandringham in Norfolk, Balmoral in Aberdeenshire in Scotland and Windsor Castle and says the latter cultivated his love of books.
He explained: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense that I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course, as I got older, I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust. I grew up surrounded by books and all the fascination that goes with the books - the smell, the dust, the occasional strange beetles that eat the paper."
Speaking at a reception hosted by Mail on Sunday editor Geordie Greig with Friends of the National Libraries, Charles also spoke of his love of vinyl.
According to the Evening Standard, he added: "We simply must, ladies and gentlemen, must protect these treasure houses of our history and of everything that has made our culture and our country great."
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Britain's Prince William has been praised as "normal and professional".
The 33-year-old royal works as an East Anglia Air Ambulance helicopter pilot and during a recent rescue, he won over locals in Braintree, Essex, with his unassuming manner and professionalism.
Katie Gates, 31, a deputy nurse, told the Essex Chronicle: "The handyman went round to have a look at what was going on. The pilot got out to make sure he didn't come too close to the helicopter for safety reasons.
"He said Prince William was so normal and professional that it took him a minute or two to realise where he knew him from- as you can imagine we don't very often get royalty in Braintree.
"Prince William then went off to the scene of the accident. By the time he came back, as you can imagine his presence had attracted quite a lot of attention.
"All the staff that came into contact with Prince William were so impressed by how professional yet friendly he was."
William had been called to an incident in which a man was hit by a van but the victim did not need to be airlifted after all.
Ms Gates added: "We were so pleased to hear the person involved in the incident did not need to be airlifted and hope that they are recovering well."
‘Normal and professional’ Prince William
Britain's Prince William has been praised as "normal and professional".
The 33-year-old royal works as an East Anglia Air Ambulance helicopter pilot and during a recent rescue, he won over locals in Braintree, Essex, with his unassuming manner and professionalism.
Katie Gates, 31, a deputy nurse, told the Essex Chronicle: "The handyman went round to have a look at what was going on. The pilot got out to make sure he didn't come too close to the helicopter for safety reasons.
"He said Prince William was so normal and professional that it took him a minute or two to realise where he knew him from- as you can imagine we don't very often get royalty in Braintree.
"Prince William then went off to the scene of the accident. By the time he came back, as you can imagine his presence had attracted quite a lot of attention.
"All the staff that came into contact with Prince William were so impressed by how professional yet friendly he was."
William had been called to an incident in which a man was hit by a van but the victim did not need to be airlifted after all.
Ms Gates added: "We were so pleased to hear the person involved in the incident did not need to be airlifted and hope that they are recovering well."
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Britain's Prince Harry is planning an official visit to Nepal.
The 31-year-old royal will travel to the country for the first time next month to visit those devastated by last year's earthquakes which killed more than 8,000 people and to learn how survivors are rebuilding their lives.
A Kensington Palace spokesperson said: "Prince Harry is really looking forward to his first trip to Nepal. It is a country he has long wanted to visit.
"He has been moved by the stories of resilience of the Nepali people following the earthquakes last year and is now eager to learn more about their country and culture. With Britain and Nepal currently celebrating 200 years of cooperation, Prince Harry will experience the strength of the relationship and traditional warmth of the Nepali welcome."
Harry will visit the country from March 20 to 23.
He will begin and end his trip in Kathmandu, where he will meet President Bidya Devi Bhandari.
During his time in the British Army, Harry served with Gurkha troops from Nepal famed for their fighting prowess and he will visit the British Gurkha Camp in Pokhara, next month.
Prince Harry to visit Nepal
Britain's Prince Harry is planning an official visit to Nepal.
The 31-year-old royal will travel to the country for the first time next month to visit those devastated by last year's earthquakes which killed more than 8,000 people and to learn how survivors are rebuilding their lives.
A Kensington Palace spokesperson said: "Prince Harry is really looking forward to his first trip to Nepal. It is a country he has long wanted to visit.
"He has been moved by the stories of resilience of the Nepali people following the earthquakes last year and is now eager to learn more about their country and culture. With Britain and Nepal currently celebrating 200 years of cooperation, Prince Harry will experience the strength of the relationship and traditional warmth of the Nepali welcome."
Harry will visit the country from March 20 to 23.
He will begin and end his trip in Kathmandu, where he will meet President Bidya Devi Bhandari.
During his time in the British Army, Harry served with Gurkha troops from Nepal famed for their fighting prowess and he will visit the British Gurkha Camp in Pokhara, next month.
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Britain's Duchess of Cornwall launched a new book aimed at getting more people to visit libraries.
The 68-year-old royal - who is a patron of The National Literacy Trust and the Book Trust - visited Islington Central Library yesterday (24.02.16) to celebrate the release of the Book Trust's new book 'Bear's Reading Adventure'.
A tweet off Clarence House's official Twitter account reads: "The Duchess of Cornwall visited @Islingtonlibs this morning to hear about various literacy programmes and projects. (sic)"
The book encourages families to visit libraries by featuring 10 missing stickers to collect on each visit.
During her visit, Duchess Camilla - who is an avid reader - read some of the book to a group of children as well as joining in with a Read On Get On meeting, which aims to get children reading to a good standard before they leave primary school.
Meanwhile, the Duchess' husband Prince Charles recently launched a £1 million fund to protect rare books.
Speaking of his interest in books, he said: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course as I got a little bit older I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was absolutely fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust."
Britain’s Duchess of Cornwall launches new book
Britain's Duchess of Cornwall launched a new book aimed at getting more people to visit libraries.
The 68-year-old royal - who is a patron of The National Literacy Trust and the Book Trust - visited Islington Central Library yesterday (24.02.16) to celebrate the release of the Book Trust's new book 'Bear's Reading Adventure'.
A tweet off Clarence House's official Twitter account reads: "The Duchess of Cornwall visited @Islingtonlibs this morning to hear about various literacy programmes and projects. (sic)"
The book encourages families to visit libraries by featuring 10 missing stickers to collect on each visit.
During her visit, Duchess Camilla - who is an avid reader - read some of the book to a group of children as well as joining in with a Read On Get On meeting, which aims to get children reading to a good standard before they leave primary school.
Meanwhile, the Duchess' husband Prince Charles recently launched a £1 million fund to protect rare books.
Speaking of his interest in books, he said: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course as I got a little bit older I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was absolutely fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust."
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Britain's Prince William has been spotted refuelling his helicopter days after he was criticised for his working hours.
The 33-year-old royal came under fire when it was revealed he had only worked 12 shifts for the East Anglian Air Ambulance service since the beginning of the year and as he returned to work today (25.02.16), he appeared to have got himself in a bit of a tangle
Meanwhile, it was previously revealed that the Duke of Cambridge - who has two-year-old Prince George and nine-month-old Princess Charlotte with his wife, the Duchess of Cambridge - works just 20 hours a week for the charity.
A royal aide said: "It's a demanding role involving both day and night shifts. But the Duke relishes the challenge of being a modern working father and husband, combining his royal and charitable duties with this work as an air ambulance pilot."
And in recent days, the organisation have thanked the general public for being so "wonderful" and letting the Prince get on with his job.
A spokesperson for the EAAA said: "The general public has been wonderful - just letting him get on and accepting he's someone trying to do a job like anyone else.
"As a charity we're delighted that the region has supported his work and allowed him to get on with the job - the very important job he's chosen to do."
Britain’s Prince William back at work
Britain's Prince William has been spotted refuelling his helicopter days after he was criticised for his working hours.
The 33-year-old royal came under fire when it was revealed he had only worked 12 shifts for the East Anglian Air Ambulance service since the beginning of the year and as he returned to work today (25.02.16), he appeared to have got himself in a bit of a tangle
Meanwhile, it was previously revealed that the Duke of Cambridge - who has two-year-old Prince George and nine-month-old Princess Charlotte with his wife, the Duchess of Cambridge - works just 20 hours a week for the charity.
A royal aide said: "It's a demanding role involving both day and night shifts. But the Duke relishes the challenge of being a modern working father and husband, combining his royal and charitable duties with this work as an air ambulance pilot."
And in recent days, the organisation have thanked the general public for being so "wonderful" and letting the Prince get on with his job.
A spokesperson for the EAAA said: "The general public has been wonderful - just letting him get on and accepting he's someone trying to do a job like anyone else.
"As a charity we're delighted that the region has supported his work and allowed him to get on with the job - the very important job he's chosen to do."
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Britain's Duchess of Cambridge joined pupils in a sing-a-long as she visited an Edinburgh school.
The 34-year-old royal spent the morning with children at St Catherine's Primary School, where she partook in a special assembly to promote her Young Minds Matter campaign.
Speaking to students, she said: "I think everybody should start their morning like that. Have a wonderful day."
Meanwhile, Duchess Catherine - who has two-year-old Prince George and nine-month-old Princess Charlotte with husband Prince William - previously spoke out to raise awareness of how mental health can affect children.
She said: "Every child deserves to grow up feeling confident that they won't fall at the first hurdle, that they cope with life's setbacks. This resilience - our ability to deal with stressful situations - is something we begin to learn in childhood, as we respond to each challenge and problem life presents.
"Many of us are incredibly fortunate that the issues we face in childhood are ones we can cope with and learn from. But for some children, learning to cope with life's challenges can be a struggle. While we cannot always change a child's circumstances, we can give them the tools to cope, and to thrive. With early support they can learn to manage their emotions and feelings and know when to seek help."
Britain’s Duchess of Cambridge’s sing-a-long with pupils
Britain's Duchess of Cambridge joined pupils in a sing-a-long as she visited an Edinburgh school.
The 34-year-old royal spent the morning with children at St Catherine's Primary School, where she partook in a special assembly to promote her Young Minds Matter campaign.
Speaking to students, she said: "I think everybody should start their morning like that. Have a wonderful day."
Meanwhile, Duchess Catherine - who has two-year-old Prince George and nine-month-old Princess Charlotte with husband Prince William - previously spoke out to raise awareness of how mental health can affect children.
She said: "Every child deserves to grow up feeling confident that they won't fall at the first hurdle, that they cope with life's setbacks. This resilience - our ability to deal with stressful situations - is something we begin to learn in childhood, as we respond to each challenge and problem life presents.
"Many of us are incredibly fortunate that the issues we face in childhood are ones we can cope with and learn from. But for some children, learning to cope with life's challenges can be a struggle. While we cannot always change a child's circumstances, we can give them the tools to cope, and to thrive. With early support they can learn to manage their emotions and feelings and know when to seek help."
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Britain's Prince Charles is launching a £1 million appeal to save rare books.
The 68-year-old royal attended an event at Lambeth Palace in London as he launched the Prince of Wales fund for the Friends of the National Libraries.
He said: "We simply must, ladies and gentlemen, must protect these treasure houses of our history and of everything that has made our culture and our country great."
And the Prince, who is heir to the throne, spoke of his joy at growing up surrounding by books.
Speaking to the gathered audience, he added: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course as I got a little bit older I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was absolutely fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust.
"But also as a child going down to see the book binding and conservation department, where I spent hours with gold leaf and marvellous stamps from the days of King Charles I and before then, which are still there.
"Perhaps you can understand I grew up surrounded by books and all the fascination that goes with the books - the smell, the dust, the occasional strange beetles that eat the paper."
Britain’s Prince Charles launches appeal to save rare books
Britain's Prince Charles is launching a £1 million appeal to save rare books.
The 68-year-old royal attended an event at Lambeth Palace in London as he launched the Prince of Wales fund for the Friends of the National Libraries.
He said: "We simply must, ladies and gentlemen, must protect these treasure houses of our history and of everything that has made our culture and our country great."
And the Prince, who is heir to the throne, spoke of his joy at growing up surrounding by books.
Speaking to the gathered audience, he added: "I am one of those people who have been very lucky in the sense I was able to spend my childhood at Windsor Castle. In due course as I got a little bit older I started exploring the library which, as you can imagine, was absolutely fascinating. I ended up getting covered in dust.
"But also as a child going down to see the book binding and conservation department, where I spent hours with gold leaf and marvellous stamps from the days of King Charles I and before then, which are still there.
"Perhaps you can understand I grew up surrounded by books and all the fascination that goes with the books - the smell, the dust, the occasional strange beetles that eat the paper."
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Britain's Duchess of Cambridge played tennis with Judy Murray.
The 34-year-old royal partnered with the sports coach for the Tennis on the Road project as they visited a number of Edinburgh schools with the workshop.
Judy said: "[The Duchess is] fantastic for tennis and women's sport. She said she'd love to come back and do some more. From a parent's perspective, I think she was interested in what she could pass on.
"She asked me, 'At what age can a child hold a racquet?' I told her with children of George's [her son's] age you can start with a balloon and just the hand. I don't know if he has played yet, but she was certainly asking. If you start simple and a child can do it, then a child enjoys it and everything grows from there."
Meanwhile, the Duchess and her husband Prince William are big fans of sport and were recently seen rock climbing in North Wales.
Whilst they were on the wall, she said: "I'm quite enjoying this, actually. For once I'm in control."
And when he scaled the wall, she joked with the second in line to the throne: "William - how much do you love me?"
Britain’s Duchess of Cambridge plays tennis with Judy Murray
Britain's Duchess of Cambridge played tennis with Judy Murray.
The 34-year-old royal partnered with the sports coach for the Tennis on the Road project as they visited a number of Edinburgh schools with the workshop.
Judy said: "[The Duchess is] fantastic for tennis and women's sport. She said she'd love to come back and do some more. From a parent's perspective, I think she was interested in what she could pass on.
"She asked me, 'At what age can a child hold a racquet?' I told her with children of George's [her son's] age you can start with a balloon and just the hand. I don't know if he has played yet, but she was certainly asking. If you start simple and a child can do it, then a child enjoys it and everything grows from there."
Meanwhile, the Duchess and her husband Prince William are big fans of sport and were recently seen rock climbing in North Wales.
Whilst they were on the wall, she said: "I'm quite enjoying this, actually. For once I'm in control."
And when he scaled the wall, she joked with the second in line to the throne: "William - how much do you love me?"
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