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William & Kate Canadian Tour: Day 1 —(Ottawa)—

Jul 1

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So the madness has started…  Yes, it is MADNESS…

Day 1: 30 June 2011
Ottawa, Canada

Snippets of what Happened:

William & Kate depart Heathrow Airport in London. The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge boarded on a Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft to start their first official overseas tour as a married couple.  Focus on Kate as she mixes it up with a navy Manon dress by French designer Roland Mouret, topped with a Canadian label Smythe vest, and Manolo Blahnik Calogera shoes.  As far as we know, the Smythe vest has sold out and the website crashes.

Articles: Coordinated William & Kate in navy as they board plane to Canada
Pictures: Getty Images
 Videos: Reuters
 About Kate’s Wardrobe: Heathrow Departure

Canada's love affair with the Cambridges has started

William & Kate Land in Ottawa. On the plane, Kate managed to change into figure-hugging navy lace dress by Montreal-born designer Moralioglu. Royal fashion watchers are pleased.

Wreathe Laying at National War Museum.  Per tradition, the couple paid their respects with William laying a wreathe and Kate some flowers at the National War Museum.  But significantly, it was where their love affair with the Canadian crowd began.  It’s Diana-mania once again, as some reporters recall.  Screams of “Kate, Kate, Kate” and “Will, Will, Will.” The couple took their time to work the crowds on separate sides.  Who cares if they were behind schedule?

Official Welcome at Rideau Hall. The Governor General and Prime Minister make speech.  But it was William’s speech (half in French) that stole the show and people’s hearts.  “It will get better as we go along,” he laughed (about his French).  He revealed that he and Kate have longed to visit Canada even before they married.

Youth Barbecue reception. A private event with Canada’s recognized youth who have contributed to society.  Rain pushes the event indoors.  Kate changes to a recycled outfit she’s owned for years — a Bird Issa dress — best known as the dress she wore the day during her wedding.

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William & Kate Reign at Wimbledon

Jun 28

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To the delight of the crowds and royal watchers, the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise visit to Wimbledon  today.  Both are tennis fans — particularly Kate, who has been to Wimbledon a couple of times.  A “private” visit, the newlyweds look happy smiley as they sat on the royal box watching British #1 Andy Murray beat Richard Gasquet in straight sets.  The couple also saw part of the Nadal-Müller match.

In the sweltering heat, Princess Catherine looked fresh as a daisy  in a white, sleeveless Alice Temperley “Moriah” dress with pleats (Sorry, already sold out online, as expected).  William wore his usual blue suit.  Must have been hot!  Nevertheless, the royal pair looked to enjoy their tennis date and even joined in on the Mexican wave.


Now, bring on Canada!

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Pictures: Getty Images | Rex Features | Isopix | Zimbio (many funny facial expressions from Kate)

William, Kate, Harry NOT going to New Zealand for Rugby World Cup this year.   A palace spokeswoman says:  “The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry were all very pleased and honoured to be invited, in a private capacity. They have considered the matter, and with regret, they’ll be unable to attend owing to their military pressures. The Duke of Cambridge will spend the autumn concentrating on his search and rescue career, as he builds up flying hours and passes the necessary examinations to allow him to obtain captaincy at some point in 2012, and Prince Harry’s course at Wattisham and in the USA doesn’t really afford him any time to attend.“  NZ Prime Minister John Key said he’s disappointed with their absence but understands and welcomes them in a future time.

Newsweek Cover: Diana at 50.  The late Princess Diana would have turned 50 this July 1, and as a (tacky) tribute, Newsweek has a photoshopped cover of a digitally aged Diana alongside daughther-in-law Kate.  The article includes hypothetical stories of what would she be like had she lived — living in New York, Tweeting, Facebooking, reconciled with Camilla, married twice more, initially threatened by Kate’s popularity but now a BFFs with Carole Middleton…  Seriously, the article is neither flattering nor tasteful.  On the flip side, here’s a better tribute to the Princess of Wales and what would have been: Diana: forever young and beautiful.

Prince Harry is 100% single!  Ring out the bells.  According to the Mail, Harry has declared he’s not dating anyone at the moment and is 100% single.  He also says he’s too busy with work for love.  So I guess this confirms his off-again status with Chelsy Davy.  Funny enough, the media is making a bigger deal of him confirming that he isn’t dating Pippa Middleton than confirming he’s broken up with Chelsy.

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Kate Shines in First Military Role as Royal

Jun 25

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Today is Armed Forces Day, and the royals sure made the world remembers….  Prince Charles & Camilla were in Edinburgh for the celebrations, including a Red Arrows fly past.  But of course,  all eyes were at Windsor…


Prince William & Princess Catherine on Armed Forces Day 2011. Photo: PA

Today the Duchess of Cambridge did her first military role as a member of the Royal Family. And once again, she triumphed, looking relaxed and confident as if she’s been doing it for years.

Prince William, who is Colonel of the Irish Guards, and and his new wife handed out operational medals to soldiers who have recently returned from serving in Afghanistan. In his speech, the Duke of Cambridge spoke of his pride to be the soldiers’ colonel and was humbled by the thought of their sacrifices.

“I can only imagine what the campaign medals you receive today must mean to you,” he said. “Along with thousands of others back home, I followed your tour in Afghanistan with a mounting sense of awe. Over the years and decades ahead when you look at this medal, I’m sure it will bring back so many conflicting memories. Sadness for those who did not return, and thoughts of their families who received their Elizabeth Crosses today.”

He also thanked the Irish Guards for their service on their wedding.



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Details: William & Kate’s Canadian Tour

Jun 22

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At last, a detailed itinerary of the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge’s official tour to Canada has been released.  They are to visit the commonwealth realm from 30 June to 8 July, before heading to California.  Here’s the California itinerary.

Official picture of William & Kate's Canadian tour

It will be Prince William’s first tour of Canada in an official capacity.   And it Princess Catherine’s first trip to Canada – ever.

And so far, it’s a mixture of fun and formality, with focus on the youth, diversity, and the military.  We’ll see a dragonboat race, SAR demonstration, street hockey, cowboy hats and cooking aprons.  Sounds like a blast!

Prince William’s statement about this tour:

“Catherine and I are very much looking forward to our Tour of Canada.  We hope to be able to meet as many people as possible and to see as much of the extraordinary and diverse country as we can”, said The Duke of Cambridge. “I have wonderful memories from my last times in Canada, and as such we consider it a great privilege to have been invited to Canada for our first joint Tour.”

Itinerary

Thursday, June 30: Ottawa, Ontario
Arrival in Canada; Laying of a Wreath at the National War Memorial; Official Welcome to Canada and Ottawa Ceremony ; Celebration of Youth Barbecue Reception.

Friday, July 1 – Canada Day: National Capital Region
Canadian Citizenship Ceremony at the Canadian Museum of Civilization; Canada Day Parliament Hill Noon Show.

Saturday, July 2: National Capital Region and Montréal, Quebec
Tree-planting; Reception with Canadian veterans and their families at the Canadian War Museum; Arrival in Montreal; Visit to Sainte-Justine University Hospital Centre; Cooking Workshop at the Institut de Tourisme et d’hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ)

Sunday, July 3: Québec City, Quebec
Morning Prayer; Arrival in Québec City on board the HMCS Montréal; Tour of la Maison Dauphine; Freedom of the City Ceremony at Québec City Hall; Lévis Community Celebration; Arrival in Prince Edward Island

Monday, July 4: Charlottetown and Summerside, Prince Edward Island
Official Arrival to Prince Edward Island; Waterbird Emergency Landing Procedure; Activities at the Dalvay-by-the-Sea Resort (dragonboat race); Search and Rescue Demonstration at Summerside Harbour by Prince William; Arrival in the Northwest Territories.

Tuesday, July 5: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Official Arrival to the Northwest Territories (Public Event); Session of Youth Parliament at the Legislative Assembly; Canadian Rangers Event at Blachford Lake; Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning at Blachford Lake.

Thursday, July 7: Calgary, Alberta
Arrival in Calgary; Tour of the Ward of the 21st Century Research and Innovation Centre; Government of Canada Reception at BMO Centre.

Friday, July 8: Calgary, Alberta
Calgary Stampede Parade; Reception hosted by the Alberta Government; Official Departure Ceremony from Canada and Alberta

For even more information, such the time scheduled for each activity each day, visit The Canadian Royal Tour’s Official Site.  For those wishing to see the royal couple, here’s  list of public events.

Prince William turns 29. What a year it has been for him!  As it was last year, William spent his 29th birthday at work yesterday.  Like  any other working week, William got no special treatment.  In fact, word has it that the newlyweds were apart, with Kate in London preparing for their overseas tour and preparing to move into their Kensington Palace cottage.  She reportedly brought in new scents to update the fuddy-duddy palace smell.  However and whenever they celebrate, we wish Prince William another joyful and memorable year ahead!

Royal Wedding Charitable Gift Fund Raises more than £1 million. To be exact, £1,058,367 has been raised and will be distributed to the 26 charities chosen by William & Kate to benefit from people’s donations in lieu of wedding presents. Most of the donations came from the official gift fund website. Read the statement here.  Thanks to everyone who contributed.

Kate writes a letter of thanks to Wimbledon officials. Back in 2008, when she was just William’s girlfriend, Kate hand-wrote a letter thanking Wimbledon chiefs of their hospitality after visiting the tennis tournament.  Read Kate’s letter here. Lovely gesture and impeccable manners!  Too bad the ever-spiteful Daily Mail chose to focus on two small spelling errors.  The letter is now up for display in a glass cabinet in the All England Club museum.

The Queen adores Kate. William’s cousin Zara Phillips gave an interview and revealed that Her Majesty “liked Kate as soon as they met,” that both she and Prince Philip “adore her” and think she’s “just right for William.”   Read Zara’s interview here.

Harry & Pippa: Captain & Commando?

Princess Beatrice

How silly does this sound?  Someone apparently told Grazia magazine that Prince Harry & Pippa Middleton have met a handful of times after the royal wedding to console each other from their breakups.  They even have nicknames for each other.  Pippa calls Harry “Captain,” referring to his army rank.  He cheekily calls her “Commando,” in reference to rumours that she didn’t wear underwear during her sister’s wedding.  The press is insinuating that this flirtation may lead to something more.  Amusing, but certainly sounds made-up.

Article: Daily Mail

Spotlight on the fit and slender Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice was spotted in a bikini three years ago with her wobbly bits hanging about.  The press had a field day splashing the unsightly pictures.  Since then, Bea started working out, joined the London marathon and watched what she ate.  Now, three years later, we have a fit and svelte princess!  Good for her!

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Weekend Royal Recap

Jun 19

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Wrapping Up Ascot 2011

The last few days at Ascot have brought some royal interest…

Carole Middleton at Ascot 2011

Day 3: On Ladies’ Day, the big news was that Kate’s parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, joined the royal carriage procession and were in the royal box with the Queen.  Lovely!  While the Countess of Wessex has had her father in Ascot for years, no one ever recalls Diana’s or Fergie’s parents ever invited.  Significantly, it was the Queen’s invitation, showing their welcome into the royal fold. Carole Middleton looked the epitome of elegance in a cream Catherine Walker suit and matching hat.
Articles: Mirror | Daily Mail
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Day 4:  Prince Andrew spotted with a mystery brunette.  Probably nothing, but  the Duke of York spent much of the day with a brunette in an oversized hat.  He also took time to chat with an ex-flame – blonde TV presenter Catrina Skepper
Article: Daily Mail
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Day 5: The Queen was in blue, but most of the talk surrounded Princess Eugenie, who came with a figure-hugging red dress by Alexander McQueen – almost the red version of what Pippa won during the royal wedding.  Eugenie was accompanied by her boyfriend Jack Brooksbank.  Later, she awarded the cup for the winner of the Chesham Stakes.
Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Isopix

William & Kate’s Canada/California Tour

The next big event will be the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge’s first official overseas tour, bringing them around Canada a  nd LA on 30 June to 10 July.  Media interest is massive.  So far, a detailed itinerary for the LA visit has been released.  Canada’s itinerary comes next week.

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Zara & Mike

Gearing up for the second Royal Wedding of the year!  Zara Phillips weds rugby player Mike Tindall on July 30.

… which leads us to Prince Harry & Chelsy

Pippa Middleton

Two weeks ago, Pippa participated in a triathlon.  This weekend, she was seen in Scotland in a duathlon – running and cycling from coast to coast.  Article: Daily Mail

Pictures: Isopix | Zimbio

And in other news, Earl Spencer (Diana’s brother) marries for the 3rd time in a small, private ceremony in Althorp. Neither William nor Harry was there.  William’s working in Anglesey and Harry has prior private commitments.

 

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