VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) – Canadians were thrilled when Prince William and Kate traveled across the country as newlyweds five years ago. Now, they will see the couple’s young children, Charlotte and George, as they travel overseas for the first time as a family of four.
The trip to Canada starting Saturday marks the first official overseas jaunt for 1-year-old Princess Charlotte. Her older brother Prince George, 3, is an old hand at royal travel, having already visited Australia and New Zealand on an official tour.
While the children will only be seen a few times during an eight-day visit, Canadians are excited about seeing them.
“That brings an extra level of excitement to the visit,” Victoria Monarchist League of Canada member Bruce Hallsor said.
As newlyweds for their first official trip as a couple, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge won raucous cheers and endeared themselves to Canadian crowds with a skillful mix of royal pomp and playful informality. On this visit the royals will visit British Columbia and the Yukon after accepting an invitation from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who will host them this weekend along with his wife Sophie.