Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla kick off overseas tour in Kate Middleton’s childhood home
![Britain's Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, are received upon their arrival at Queen Alia International Airport](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PnHARcTpSRsBpuhfvpnUDe-415-80.jpg)
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla have kicked off their first major royal overseas tour since the pandemic and they’ve returned to Kate Middleton’s former childhood home.
- The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have landed in Amman to begin their royal tour of Jordan and Egypt.
- Though some royal fans might not know it, the couple’s daughter-in-law Kate Middleton once lived in this beautiful country as a child.
- This royal news comes as it’s revealed the Queen has suffered a painful injury and was forced to miss Remembrance Sunday last minute.
Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall have arrived in Jordan as they begin their first major international trip since the Covid-19 pandemic began. As senior members of The Firm and given Charles’ position as first in line to the throne, the couple have travelled across the UK over the past year undertaking engagements in Wales, the South West and Scotland. Though this month’s Royal Tour of Jordan and Egypt will be the first time they’ve undertaken such a high-profile overseas trip in many months.
It comes just days after the Prince of Wales attended the annual Service of Remembrance on his 73rd birthday, which was tinged with sadness. Now the Clarence House Twitter account has shared an exciting video of the royal couple arriving in Amman.
The caption read, ‘Back on tour! The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have landed in Amman to kick-start their Autumn Tour. Follow #RoyalVisitJordan and #RoyalVisitEgypt for more’.
Since arriving, the royal couple have now been welcomed by King Abdullah II and Queen Rania at the magnificent Al Husseinieh Palace. This comes after Clarence House announced in October that Charles and Camilla were to “visit The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and The Arab Republic of Egypt from 16th - 19th November”.
Their visit is understood to be set to focus on important themes such as climate change, inter-faith dialogue, female empowerment and preserving cultural heritage.
Though whilst it’s the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall undertaking this significant trip, there’s another prominent royal who has a strong connection to Jordan.
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
Royal fans might consider Bucklebury in Berkshire to be Kate Middleton’s former home, though the Duchess of Cambridge actually spent several years in Jordan as a child.
Between 1984-86, Michael Middleton, his wife Carole and their children Kate, Pippa and James Middleton relocated there during his time working for British Airways.
And after Prince William visited Jordan back in 2018 he even recreated a family photo of Michael, Kate and Pippa taken at the archaeological site, Jerash.
As reported by Express.co.uk, William discussed Kate’s fond memories of living there at the time. He also revealed her sadness at being unable to join him, having recently welcomed their son Prince Louis and remained at home with him and Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
The Duke of Cambridge declared, “She loved it here, she really did. She is very upset that I am coming here without her."
With Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla's tour now underway, Kate will no doubt be excited to hear all about it when they return!
Emma is a Senior Lifestyle Writer with six years of experience working in digital publishing, ranging from book publishing to magazines. She currently looks after all things Lifestyle for Woman&Home, Goodto.com, and My Imperfect Life.
-
Princess Charlotte’s name fulfilled Prince William’s final promise to his mum Princess Diana, royal expert reveals
The Prince and Princess of Wales's daughter has a very sentimental name
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
How Prince William and Kate Middleton use ‘controlled parenting’ to protect Prince George, Louis and Charlotte
The Prince and Princess of Wales have adopted what experts call an 'unusual' parenting approach
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince George’s 11th birthday portrait included a secret nod to Princess Charlotte and King Charles
Following tradition, Kate Middleton released a photo of the youngster to mark the special day
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Kate Middleton won't let Prince Louis join his siblings on formal engagements, reveals royal expert
Prince George and Princess Charlotte are seen in public lot more than little Louis
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Charlotte’s sweet gift for King Charles proves her love for Taylor Swift is rubbing off on her granddad
The King was seen wearing a tell-tale accessory that Swifties across the globe love
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Charlotte’s sweet new bracelet might just be the perfect accessory to help calm anxious kids
The royal youngster was spotted wearing some sentimental jewellery during her Wimbledon appearance
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Charlotte’s heartwarming reaction to Kate Middleton’s standing ovation at Wimbledon
The Princess of Wales has made her second public appearance since news of her cancer diagnosis broke and Princess Charlotte was on hand to support her through it
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Queen Camilla names new puppy after grandson - here’s why experts don't love pets and kids sharing names
The conversation over kids and dogs sharing names has long divided parents
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published