Find out how royals worldwide welcomed 2024 - from ending wars to hugging chickens!
Royal families worldwide have welcomed 2024 with heartwarming messages and unique celebrations. From Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, to Britain's Prince and Princess of Wales, international royals used the day to reflect and spread positivity. The New Year wishes ranged from advocating for world peace to unexpected gestures like hugging a chicken, showcasing the diverse aspirations and desires for the year ahead.
As the world bid farewell to 2023, the iconic Times Square in New York hosted a grand New Year's Eve celebration. Among the colorful festivities, an illustration of the Statue of Liberty wearing party hats and confetti falling added a whimsical touch to the countdown. The event symbolized unity and joy, marking the beginning of a hopeful and promising year.
Meanwhile, the Royal Family issued a heartwarming 'Happy New Year' message to the nation, spreading cheer and optimism. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle chose to celebrate the festive season in the US with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, creating special memories together as a family.
In a surprising turn of events, the New Year messages were not just traditional well-wishes but also included calls for action and unconventional resolutions. The royals' messages reflected a desire for positive change and unity, setting the tone for a year filled with hope, love, and unexpected surprises.
From Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, to Britain's Prince and Princess of Wales, the international royals are using the day to reflect. Here, ...
Illustration of the Statue of Liberty wearing party hats and confetti falling. Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios. On New Year's Eve in Times Square, more than a ...
Elsewhere Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle stayed back in the US for the festive celebrations with their two children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.