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      Hotel Café Royal in London delivers style, sophistication, and unparalleled service

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      by Amy Sessions
      10 hours ago

      The Stay
      Designed with an incredible ability to seamlessly blend tradition with the modern technology comforts you’d expect from a hotel at this level, you will fully relax and enjoy your stay from a breakfast that caters to every taste to a turndown service that warms the bath towels. Both rooms and suites feel spacious and accommodate bathrooms with a bathtub and separate walk-in shower, so your simple nightly rituals feel like extravagant downtime.

      Hotel Café Royal
      The unwind
      One of the most tranquil spas you will ever visit – the underground Askasha spa boasts a large pool, spacious sauna and relaxation rooms where you can practise Yoga and Pilates, a welcome respite from the business of the city centre. Book in for a well-earned Aromatherapy Associates massage and be transformed back to the freshest version of yourself.

      Hotel Café Royal
      The Dining
      With a menu inspired by the iconic and storied Parisian neighbourhood of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, home to Hotel Café Royal’s sister hotel Lutetia Paris, Brasserie Saint Germain delivers on taste and service alike. The menu created by Eliano Crespi and his culinary team offers up the best of seasonal produce in a cosy semi-formal setting, the Sole Meunière and Salade Juliette are not to be missed. More

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      Arab royals arrive in London ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral

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      by Olivia Morris
      19 mins ago

      World leaders, including those from the Arab region, have arrived in London ahead of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
      On Sunday, September 18, 2022, King Charles III held a reception at Buckingham Palace where global leaders paid their condolences following the passing of the Queen.
      Several notable royals from the Arab region were present including Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan; His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, and his wife Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani; His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the King of Bahrain; His Highness Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, the Sultan of Oman; His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad A Jaber Al Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait; and many more.
      Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan also attended the reception.
      ALSO READ: Queen Elizabeth II’s life through the royal archives
      His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was also present at the reception where he offered his coldences to King Charles II following his late mother’s death and outlined the “significant role” Her Majesty had in solidifying the bonds between the UAE and UK throughout her reign.
      “The historical ties between the two nations will continue to grow deeper and stronger to serve the peoples of both countries and strengthen regional and international security, stability and peace,” he added.

      Following the Queen’s death on September 8, 2022, the UK has been in a 10-day national mourning period, which will end today after Her Majesty’s funeral.
      The Queen has been lying-in-state at Westminsiter Hall for the last four days, where the British public have been queuing to pay their respects to the late monarch.
      The funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey, a short distance away from Westminster Hall, where thousands are expected to attend, and then her coffin will be transferred to Windsor Castle for a more intimate service and where she will be privately buried alongside her husband Prince Philip.
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      Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-ever reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, has died aged 96.
      Buckingham Palace confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement.
      “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” the statement read. “The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”

      The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.
      The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/VfxpXro22W
      — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 8, 2022

      The Queen, who had been under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle, was surrounded by her family members including the King, formerly Prince Charles, the Queen Consort, Prince William, Prince Harry, Prince Edward, Sophie Wessex, Prince Andrew, Princess Anne and more.
      A monumental life
      The Queen had a monumental life, devoted to the service of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations.
      Her Majesty, then Princess Elizabeth, ascended to the throne on February 6, 1952, after her father, King George VI, passed away after 16 years on the throne, leaving his eldest daughter, then 25 years old to succeed him as monarch.

      The long-reigning British monarch marked her Platinum Jubilee, celebrating an incredible and monumental 70 years on the throne this year.
      When she was 21 years old, the then princess promised, in a heartfelt speech, that her “whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong”.
      These important words were a symbol of her long-standing devotion, dedicating her life to the service of her country and the Commonwealth of Nations.
      For the majority of her reign, Her Majesty was supported by her devoted husband Prince Philip, whom she married in November 1947. The Duke of Edinburgh died in 2021 at the age of 99.

      In her Platinum Jubilee statement, Her Majesty reflected on being “fortunate” to have had her late husband Prince Philip as firm support by her side for most of her reign.
      “I had a partner willing to carry out the role of consort and unselfishly make the sacrifices that go with it,” she said. “It is a role I saw my own mother perform during my father’s reign.”
      What lies ahead
      So, what’s next for the monarchy?
      The former Prince of Wales, who is now king, succeeds his late mother as monarch. The late Queen laid out her hopes for the future when she marked her Platinum Jubilee.

      While she thanked everyone for the support and loyalty they have shown her over the years during her reign, the Queen acknowledged that when “the fullness of time” would come apparent for Prince Charles to become king, the public would show the same support and gratitude to the heir apparent and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, now the Queen Consort.
      To which the Queen then acknowledged Camilla would be known as Queen Consort. Over the years, this has been up for debate as Camilla is the second wife of Charles, who was married to the beloved late Princess Diana from 1981 to 1996.
      Concluding her Platinum Jubilee message, the Queen shared her hopes that it would be an occasion to bring loved ones and family together.
      “And so as I look forward to continuing to serve you with all my heart, I hope this Jubilee will bring together families and friends, neighbours and communities – after some difficult times for so many of us – in order to enjoy the celebrations and to reflect on the positive developments in our day-to-day lives that have so happily coincided with my reign,” she said.
      Her Majesty’s reign and influence across the global stage for over seven decades was nothing short of iconic and we hope she may rest in peace.
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      In pics: 5 of Sheikh Hamdan’s best summer 2022 moments in the UK

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      by Sarah Joseph
      1 hour ago

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      His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince is never short of wanderlust inspiration.
      Despite being one of the most high-profile royals in the UAE, Sheikh Hamdan managed to enjoy his trip to the UK, similar to any other tourist.
      Fazza is a regular visitor to the United Kingdom, as are many other members of the Dubai royal family and made another long trip this summer. From taking a stroll in the park to using the London tube, he went about his daily activities, some of which were documented on social media.
      After an activity-fuelled summer, Emirates Woman looks back at all the best moments from this royal’s summer.
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      Fazza goes incognito on the London Underground

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      by Olivia Morris
      2 hours ago

      He may have 14.5 million followers on Instagram and be one of the most high-profile royals in the UAE, but HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has proven even he can go incognito from time to time.
      Currently on holiday in the UK, the Crown Prince of Dubai has been spending ample amounts of time in London.
      Over the weekend, Sheikh Hamdan, affectionately known as Fazza, was spending time in the UK’s capital and was seemingly able to go about his day being unrecognised.
      His Highness shared a selfie on Instagram with his friend Badr Ateej riding the crowded London Underground.
      “We’ve got a long way to go and Badr is already bored,” he said in the caption of the post.

      However, just a couple of weeks ago, the Crown Prince of Dubai was recognised around central London as he was driving.
      In a video captured by Sheikh Hamdan’s friend Ahmad Jaber Al Harbi, the royal is seen interacting with two fans.
      Sheikh Hamdan was in his car driving in the city when he was stopped for some photos by the two individuals, who also happened to be Dubai residents.
      Not ever one to say no to a photo, Dubai’s Crown Prince enthusiastically posed with the fans, even helping them to get the right shot.
      At one point in the video, the male fan says “Sorry to bother you” but Fazza responded saying, “No, it’s okay”, also shaking his hand.

      Regular visitor
      His Highness is a regular visitor to the United Kingdom, as are many other members of the Dubai royal family.
      Sheikh Hamdan’s father, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is also currently in the UK and was seen walking around London with an entourage over the weekend.
      The Dubai royals have also been enjoying some quality time together.
      Last week, Sheikh Hamdan, shared a snap on Instagram with his father and his two children, Rashid and Shaikha, spending time together in the UK.

      In the forefront of the photo, the twins are seen sitting in a pushchair, with doting dad Sheikh Hamdan and grandfather Sheikh Mohammed behind.
      Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post with three heart emojis: one red, one blue and one pink, representing the Dubai Ruler and his two grandchildren.
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      Video: Sheikh Mohammed spotted out in London

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      by Team Emirates Woman
      2 hours ago

      His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has been spotted out in central London.
      Currently holidaying in the UK, the Dubai Ruler was caught on camera by Khalid Al Khoori walking through the streets of the capital city accompanied by a group of people.
      His Highness was in casual attire wearing black sneakers, white tracksuit pants and a blue shirt as he enjoyed the cooler weather in the UK.

      Holidaying with his family
      Just like his father, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai is also holidaying in the UK, where the pair have been spending time together.
      Last week, Sheikh Hamdan, shared a snap on Instagram with his father and his two children, Rashid and Shaikha, spending time together in the UK.

      In the forefront of the photo, the twins are seen sitting in a pushchair, with doting dad Sheikh Hamdan and grandfather Sheikh Mohammed behind.
      Sheikh Hamdan captioned the post with three heart emojis: one red, one blue and one pink, representing the Dubai Ruler and his two grandchildren.
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