High-ranking members of the British royal family are bound by a strict travel rule that has been in place since the reign of the late Queen Elizabeth.
However, it seems that Prince George, the eldest son of Kate Middleton and Prince William, may soon have to adhere to this rule as well.
This means that the young prince will no longer be able to accompany his parents and siblings on their trips.
Traditionally, the royal family has always traveled together, whether it be for leisurely outings or official visits to foreign countries.
But as Prince George approaches a significant milestone birthday, he may have to make separate travel arrangements.
This rule was put in place to prevent any unforeseen circumstances that could potentially lead to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ascending the throne if tragedy were to strike while the Wales family is traveling together.
According to Cosmopolitan, this travel restriction is based on an old tradition set by the late Queen.
Former royal pilot Graham Lorry revealed on her Losey Wright Royal podcast that Prince William and his son George are not allowed to travel together for safety reasons.
Lorry explained that when Prince William turned 12, he had to fly separately from the rest of the family.
The only exception to this rule was when they were young and had written permission from Her Majesty.
It is expected that Prince William and Kate Middleton will revive this royal rule when Prince George celebrates his 12th birthday in July 2025.
This measure aims to ensure that the line of succession remains intact in case of any accidents or unfortunate events.
In the past, the couple had to seek permission from the late Queen when they wanted to travel with their children.
This was the case when they visited Australia with a nine-month-old Prince George.
Buckingham Palace confirmed that they had obtained the Queen’s consent for the trip.
While there is no official rule regarding this matter, the final decision lies with the Queen.
Although royal heirs have traveled together in the past, it is ultimately up to Her Majesty to determine whether Prince George can accompany his family on future journeys.
This travel restriction serves as a precautionary measure to safeguard the future of the British monarchy and ensure the smooth continuation of the line of succession.
As Prince George prepares to embark on a new chapter of his life, separate travel plans may become a regular occurrence for the young prince.
While it may be a change from the family’s usual travel routine, it is essential to uphold the traditions and protocols that have been followed by the royal family for generations.
Prince George’s journey towards becoming the future king of Britain requires careful consideration and adherence to these established rules and regulations.