As Prince Louis prepares to celebrate his seventh birthday next month, he may be about to reach a significant milestone in his royal journey. The youngest son of Prince William and Kate Middleton has captured the hearts of the public with his charming appearances at various royal events, but he has yet to join his family on an official overseas royal tour.
However, during a recent public outing at the St. Patrick’s Day parade on Tuesday, Kate Middleton dropped an exciting hint about the family’s potential plans to visit Australia, which could mark Prince Louis’s first international tour.
While speaking to a Colonel at the parade, the Princess of Wales revealed that she may take her children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—on the royal tour if the timing works out. “George finds it fascinating that he’s been to Australia and New Zealand. I would like to go back there with them now,” Kate shared with enthusiasm.
She elaborated on the family’s official trips, saying, “We tend to go further afield for official visits, and it’s about carving out time to experience these countries in a more private way.” Kate also acknowledged the logistical challenges of traveling with children, admitting that planning the trip “takes a bit of work,” but she ended the conversation on a hopeful note, saying, “I might see you down there!”
Prince George, now 10 years old, first traveled to Australia and New Zealand with his parents in 2014. Princess Charlotte, now 8, has also experienced international travel, visiting Canada in 2016. However, Prince Louis, who will be celebrating his 7th birthday on April 23rd, has yet to accompany his parents on an official tour abroad.
This potential visit to Australia would be a significant moment in Louis’s young life, as it marks his first royal tour and the beginning of his deeper involvement in royal duties. It also presents a special opportunity for the family to experience the country beyond official engagements and enjoy time together in a more private capacity.
As the royal family continues to make waves with their international engagements, it will be exciting to see how Prince Louis steps into this next phase of his royal journey, possibly taking his first steps abroad alongside his family. The future of the young prince’s royal duties and adventures continues to unfold, and with his seventh birthday just around the corner, the royal world eagerly awaits his next steps.
