Prince George, the eldest child of Prince William and Princess Catherine, is set to experience a significant shift in his royal life following his upcoming 12th birthday.
Must Travel Seperately
As the future heir to the British throne, George currently enjoys a privileged yet meticulously structured lifestyle.
One of the traditions awaiting him next year, after July 22, 2025, stipulates that once the second in line to the throne reaches 12 years of age, they must travel separately from the current heir during official royal duties.
This means George will no longer accompany his father, Prince William, and his younger siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, on the same travels.
Mitigates the Risk
While this rule may initially seem strict, it serves a crucial purpose rooted in safeguarding the monarchy's continuity. By ensuring that senior royals do not travel together, the tradition mitigates the risk of potential succession crises in the event of a tragedy like a plane crash involving members of the royal family.
The British royal family has tragically experienced such incidents in the past, reinforcing the prudence behind this separation policy. For instance, both Queen Elizabeth II's uncle, Prince George, and her cousin, Prince William of Gloucester, lost their lives in plane crashes decades ago.
Although it hasn't been formally confirmed whether William and Kate will continue this practice with their children, the tradition is well-established, with Prince Charles having flown separately from his family once he turned 12.
This precaution underscores the family's commitment to ensuring the stability and resilience of the monarchy for future generations.
