If in the summer of 2023 the King Charles III fully enjoyed his new crown with a full official schedule, twelve months later the monarch is facing a rest in Scotland that is expected to last a long time care and treat your cancer while it is encouraging Princes of Wales and is preparing his trip to Australia for October.
It's been a bad year for the British Royal Family. While Charles III and Catherine of Wales are dedicated to healing their respective tumors, the Queen Camille and the Prince Guillermo They continue to run 'The Firm', although they are significantly reducing their institutional activities to provide for their respective spouses. At this point, representational acts are minimal and to complete the picture, the Princess Anne He too is on temporary leave after a horse accident.
According to The Mail on Sunday, the 75-year-old monarch is prepared to resume the royal tradition taken over by the deceased. Queen Isabel II and that he was taking her to his Scottish retreat at Balmoral to spend the summer. Given the current circumstances, it is expected that Charles III will extend his vacation longer than usual.
So it will be a longer summer, and not as hot as that of 2023, when Charles III still enjoyed the taste of the inauguration and full of plans for the futurewith the aim of reviving a monarchy that was on the decline after reaching a low level of popularity.
The king therefore took a different approach and decided to return to London early. And at the end of September he left with his wife for a state visit to France.
Changed plans
Today, the situation is very different. Set on more than 50,000 secluded acres in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, Balmoral has long been a very private retreat for the royal family. It provides them with much-needed seclusion, and the family enjoys walks, picnics, fishing and barbecues. The Duke of Edinburgh left a legacy on the grounds in the form of a large orchard, which is harvested between August and October. It was also considered one of the late Queen's favourite homes. The documentary 'Our Queen at Ninety' features the Princess Eugenie He spoke of the wonder that is Balmoral: “It’s the most beautiful place in the world. I think Granny is happiest there, I think she really loves the Highlands… Walks, picnics, dogs, lots of dogs… there are always dogs! “You have space to breathe and run.”
Carlos III now needs peace and quiet, not only to look after himself, but also to prepare for his return to institutional activities. One thing led to another. In October, the Kings will visit Samoa and Australia. The couple’s last trip to Australia was in 2018, when they represented the late Elizabeth II at the Commonwealth Games. During their autumn visit, they will attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. However, their tour will not include a stop in New Zealand due to Carlos’s ongoing cancer treatment. A Palace spokesman said: “The King’s doctors have advised that a further extension of Their Majesties’ trip should be avoided in order to prioritize recovery». Rest and more rest. And lots of family. This will be the long summer of Charles III.