Prince William has opened up about a source of tension in the royal household that many of us can relate to – the battle for control of the TV remote.
They all have different interests when it comes to using the TV, so we can understand why tensions rise.
Prince William and Princess Kate’s children use the TV for a variety of activities, such as watching movies, playing video games and watching sport.
“They’re always wrestling over the remote,” he confessed, revealing that his children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, frequently argue over who gets to choose what to watch.
Despite the sibling rivalry, the royal family is expected to have a fairly traditional Christmas this year.
Royal expert Duncan Larcombe has predicted that it will be a day filled with “the usual festive celebrations,” including games and gift-giving.
He added: “The royal family will focus on spending time together and making the day special for the children.”
Last year, King Charles opened his doors to his five step-grandchildren from Queen Camilla’s side – Lola, Eliza, Louis, Gus, and Freddy – who brought added joy to the celebrations.
However, there will be a notable absence again this year, as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will remain in California, meaning the King will once again miss spending Christmas with Archie and Lilibet.
Over in California, Harry and Meghan are continuing their own family traditions. “We’re always making sure we have something to do,” the Duchess told the Daily Mail. “Like any other family, you spend time having a great meal and then what do you do? Play games, all the same stuff, someone brings a guitar – fun.”
The Duchess assures that her children get to experience the Christmas “magic”of traditions such as “”great recipes that they end up connecting to a formative memory” at Thanksgiving or putting out “carrots for the reindeer” at Christmas time.
She said: “Every single holiday is a new adventure.”
Being based in California, the Sussexes celebrate Thanksgiving, falling a month before the festive season.
According to the Duchess, they like to keep things “pretty low-key” and spend time with family.
She also added: “Being close to my mom is great.”
As for the royal Christmas feast at Sandringham, it’s a grand affair.
Royal chef Darren McGrady has previously described the royal Christmas dinner as “your modern-day Downton Abbey”.
The Royal Family often spend their Christmases up in Norfolk at Sandringham Estate. Although the King has not fully confirmed, it is expected that Charles, Camilla, William, and the rest of the family are set to head up for the holidays.
Zara Tindall, daughter of Princess Anne, recently opened up about how her family will be spending Christmas, as she and her family prepare to join them.
According to a source, Zara confirmed the long expected tradition of a black tie dinner on Christmas eve, hosted by Charles and Camilla.
The mum-of-three married to England rugby legend Mike Tindall, sheds light on Royal Family Christmas traditions such as a special gift-giving custom with the whole family getting involved in.
The family enjoys a traditional spread with turkey, different stuffings – including sage and onion and chestnut – along with roast potatoes, mashed potatoes, parsnips, Brussels sprouts, and, of course, Christmas pudding for dessert.
While the royal family in the UK will be embracing their festive customs, it’s clear that both branches of the family will be enjoying their own Christmas moments, whether together or apart.
