A look at the Skaugum Estate
The Skaugum Estate is the private residence of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway in Asker. The 120-acre estate sits at the…
Palaces
History of Royal Palace in Oslo spans union with Sweden to modern residence
The Royal Palace in Oslo sits high on Bellevue Hill. From there, it overlooks Karl Johans gate all the way into downtown Oslo. People in…
Christmas getaway: Sandringham House
As the world gets ready to celebrate Christmas, we take a look at the home where the British Royal Family celebrates Christmas: Sandringham House. Located…
Royal Lodge: A historic retreat
Royal Lodge is in the centre of royal news after Buckingham Palace confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor (formerly the Duke of York) will leave the…
Balmoral Castle: A royal retreat in the Scottish Highlands
Balmoral Castle became part of royal life in 1848 when Prince Albert leased the estate for Queen Victoria. He bought it later and had a…
Fort Belvedere: a quiet royal residence that made history
Fort Belvedere sits in Windsor Great Park, mostly hidden by trees. It’s not open to the public. Most people haven’t heard of it. Still, it…
A look at the Royal Palace of La Almudaina
As the Spanish royals spend their time in Palma de la Mallorca, the Royal Palace of La Almudaina has been the setting for several royal…
A look at Drottningholm Palace
On the day of Princess Ines of Sweden’s christening, we take a look at Drottningholm Palace. Drottningholm Palace has been the site of royal births,…
A look at the Amalienborg Palace complex
In the heart of Copenhagen lies the Amalienborg Palace complex where the Danish Royal Family resides and primarily works. The complex comprises four palaces: Christian…