Diamond Jubilee

6 Can't-Miss London Experiences

Viator | Posted 05.25.2012

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London takes center stage this year thanks to its role as host for the 2012 Olympics, but that's not the only reason to swap your money for pounds and head to Europe's most-loved city.

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Celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee at the National Portrait Gallery in London

Heidi Kim | Posted 05.24.2012

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From candid photographs of the young queen laughing, holding her own umbrella and having a cup of tea, to more radical silkscreens by Warhol, we notice the departure from a traditional, elevated image to that of one more ordinary and down-to-earth.

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PHOTOS: Kate, Charlene & All The World's Royals Party With Queen Elizabeth II

Posted 05.18.2012

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We love a good royal get-together, when all the world's monarchs (and there are more than you'd think) throw on their best crowns and gather together ...

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PHOTOS: Queen Elizabeth II Is On A Boat

Posted 05.19.2012

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The fun never stops on Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee tour, with Britain's royals traveling all over the United Kingdom (and beyond!) to fete th...

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Embassy Open House: Experience GREAT Britain in Washington

Sir Peter Westmacott | Posted 05.09.2012

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Whatever it is that makes you think Britain is GREAT, we invite you to come experience it at the British Embassy on EU Open House Day on Saturday, May 12.

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PHOTOS: Crowns Galore!

Posted 05.09.2012

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We love when Queen Elizabeth II does everyday things, like pets dogs or repeats outfits. But, we'll confess: we also adore when Her Majesty gets all b...

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Prince Harry Receives Humanitarian Award For Helping Wounded Soldiers

AP | JESSICA GRESKO | Posted 05.08.2012

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WASHINGTON -- Britain's Prince Harry accepted an award for his charitable work with wounded soldiers during a black tie event Monday in Washington, hi...

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God Save the Queen (But Not the Monarchy)

Christina Patterson | Posted 05.02.2012

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You can look at an old lady, in big specs and a bright coat, and hope that she's the last in a ridiculous line, but also agree with Barack Obama, and say that she makes us "very proud."

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PHOTOS: Queen Pulls A Repeat, Pets Corgis

The Huffington Post | Jessica Misener | Posted 05.01.2012

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Queen Elizabeth II showed her practical side on Tuesday, repeating an outfit for her latest Diamond Jubilee event. Her Majesty braved the rain and ...

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You'll Never Believe How Much This Whiskey Costs

Reuters | Posted 03.31.2012

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By John O'Callaghan and Eveline Danubrata SINGAPORE, March 31 (Reuters) - A whisky made to mark the 60th year on the throne of Britain...

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PHOTO: Victoria Beckham Lands A Queenly Magazine Cover

The Huffington Post | Ellie Krupnick | Posted 03.28.2012

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In case you're behind on your UK news and hadn't heard, this year marks Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee, her 60th year on the throne. There h...

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Royal Wedding Crasher: Queen Elizabeth II Turns Up At Wedding

The Huffington Post | Tara Kelly | Posted 03.27.2012

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A newlywed couple had a royal wedding of their very own Friday when the Queen made an unexpected appearance at their Manchester ceremony, reports the ...

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London Travel Tips For The Diamond Jubilee

Kensington Tours | Posted 05.19.2012

There are many of us not on the royal guest list who'll also want behold the spectacle of this monumental occasion firsthand. Here's how.

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PHOTOS: Spring Break In Europe?

Travelzoo | Posted 04.14.2012

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Although spring break standbys -- Cancun, Jamaica, Havasu, Las Vegas and Florida -- certainly have their appeal, savvy travelers looking for an experience (and a deal or two) should look east to Europe.

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Queen Elizabeth II Celebrates Milestone

AP | CASSANDRA VINOGRAD | Posted 04.06.2012

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LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II marked her Diamond Jubilee on Monday with a message thanking all those who had supported her over her 60-year reign ...

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An Honour and a Privilege: Serving at the Heart of the Special Relationship

Sir Peter Westmacott | Posted 03.20.2012

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It is an immense privilege to return to Washington as British Ambassador, and a great honour to serve at the heart of a relationship that is not just special, but -- as our respective leaders have said -- essential.

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Pageant For Queen's Diamond Jubilee Will Feature 800 Performers, 500 Horses

AP | Posted 01.01.2012

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LONDON -- More than 500 horses from around the world will take part in an equestrian pageant to mark Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee next year. ...

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