King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia attended the Kröningsåret 1818 symposium

On August 16, 2018, King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden attended the "Kröningsåret 1818" (The Coronation Year 1818) Symposium arranged by the Bernadotte Society at Örebro Castle. King Carl XIII died on February 5, 1818, and Bernadotte ascended the throne. His coronation in Sweden took place on May 11th, and he took the name King Carl XIV Johan or Charles III John (Johan's original name was Jean-Baptiste-Jules Bernadotte). In September, he was crowned in Norway, as King Carl III Johan. Thus began the Bernadotte dynasty in Sweden, which continues today.

Crown Prince Naruhito, Masako and Aiko arrived at Suzaki Villa

On August 16, 2018, Japan's Crown Prince family, that is, Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako along with their daughter, Princess Aiko, arrived at the Izuky-Shimoda Station in Shimoda, Shizuoka Prefecture. The family chatted with the local people and then visited Mitsui Beach. The Crown Prince family will stay at Suzaki Imperial Villa on the southern tip of the Izu Peninsula for about a few days. The Crown Prince family visit Suzaki Imperial Villa every summer.

Crown Princess Mary and Princess Benedikte visited Tivoli

On August 15, 2018, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark and Princess Benedikte of Denmark attended anniversary events of Tivoli Gardens which celebrates 175th anniversary of its establishment. Tivoli Gardens (or simply Tivoli) is an amusement park located in the center of Copenhagen and theater plays, musicals, ballet and big concerts are held at the park. Tivoli Gardens which is one of the most favourite touristic places of Copenhagen was established by Georg Carstensen in 1843.

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia visited Älvdalen fire region

On August 15, 2018, Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden visited Älvdalen region affected by forest fires last month and the fire brigade. On July 12, forest fires started in various locations and military training areas in Älvdalen district and the fires were brought under control with extinguishing efforts that lasted for 15 days. During the forest fires, a forest area of 13 thousand hectares was burnt.

Crown Princess Mary met with the Mary Fund's Director Helle Østergaard

On August 15, 2018, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark held a meeting about new version of "Fri for Mobberi" with Helle Ostergaard, Mary Foundation's Director, at the Amalienborg Palece in Copenhagen. Fri for Mobberi/Free of Bullying is a Danish preventative programme. This anti-bullying programme consists of a suitcase containing various tools and methods to support efforts to prevent bullying among 3-8 year olds at kindergartens and primary schools.

Princely Family of Liechtenstein celebrates the National Day

On 15 August Vaduz plays host to a huge celebration attended by thousands of Liechtenstein citizens and guests from many countries. The National Day begins with the State Act held on the lawn in front of Vaduz Castle, including speeches by the Prince and the president of the parliament. National Day is the only day of the year when the gardens are open to the general public. The Princely Family, that is, Prince Hans-Adam II, Princess Marie, Hereditary Prince Alois, Hereditary Princess Sophie, Prince Joseph Wenzel and Prince Nikolaus were present at the this reception.

Prince Joachim and Princess Marie visited Hærens Sergentskole

On August 15, 2018, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie visited Hærens Sergent School (Hærens Sergentskole) in Varde to mark the 30th anniversary of the Prince's graduation from the school. According to the needs of the army, Hærens Sergent School educates commanders who suit basic values and performs basic military training for officers. Prince Nikolai started his two-year education in the Royal Danish Army’s Sergeant School on August 2. The normal military training in Denmark lasts for one year. However, the two-year long education the Prince is in for is voluntary.

A photo from summer holiday of Duke Henri and Maria Teresa

The Ducal couple of Luxembourg, Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa are continuing their summer holiday at their mansion in Bormes-les-Mimosas located on the French coast. The mansion is located beside Brégançon Castle which is the summer residence of the President of France and currently, President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte are there for summer holiday. On Sunday, the Grand Ducal couple visited their neighbour Macrons and there is a photo of holidaymakers taken while they are on an electric car looking like a golf cart. The Grand Ducal family is the owner of Torre Sarrazine land which is across Brégançon Castle.

Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel will visit Estonia

On August 19, 2018, Sunday, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden will visit Estonia on the occasion of celebrations of 100th anniversary of independence of Estonia. According to the visit program, the Crown Princess couple will be welcomed by President Kersti Kaljulaid of Estonia at Tallinn Presidential Palace. The program begins with an individual meeting and a lunch at the Presidential Palace. Then, the Crown Princess couple will plant a tree at Kadriorg Park.

Crown Princess Elisabeth: Next Generation Style Star

Paper which is a fashion and popular culture magazine located in New York published an article about Crown Princess Elisabeth with the title "Elisabeth of Belgium: Next Generation Style Star". In the article, it is written that Queen Mathilde is one of the most stylish royals in Europe and that it looks like she passed her style gene onto her daughter Elisabeth. In the article, it is stated that 16 year old future Queen loves Maje, a French brand and that she prefers bright colors like pink and orange as her mother.

Princess Ayako of Japan officially got engaged to Kei Moriya

On August 12, Princess Ayako of Japan officially got engaged to Kei Moriya with a traditional ceremony held in Tokyo. The traditional engagement ceremony is called "Nosai no Gi". After the engagement ceremony, the couple went to the Imperial Palace and declared their loyalty to Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. Imperial Household Agency released photos of the couple, taken on July 20 and August 5. The daughter of late Prince Takamado and Princess Hasako, Princess Ayako works as a research assistant at Josai International University. The wedding ceremony will take place at Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo on October 29.

British Royal Family visited Crathie Church in Balmoral

Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice, Prince Edward and Lady Louise Windsor attended a Sunday service at Crathie Church near Balmoral this morning. The Queen came to Balmoral Castle for summer holiday on Monday. Crathie Church is near Balmoral and the Queen regularly attends church service in her annual holiday.