Prince William and Kate Middleton's first U.S. trip continued Monday, allowing people in two major U.S. cities a chance to glimpse the royal duo.
The visiting dignitaries (who left adorable baby George at home) are keeping quite busy for their three-day journey that allowed no time to get over jet lag.
The Guardian reported the agenda that started on Sunday included a private dinner organized by the American Friends of the Royal Foundation. (The American media was stunned that William wasn't wearing a jacket, but Kate's pregnancy coat has earned rave reviews.)
And BTW her maternity coat is SMASHING. RT @NBCNightlyNews Prince William and Duchess Kate arrive in New York City http://t.co/fY2CRTvtpW
— Kate Snow (@tvkatesnow) December 7, 2014
Today, the royal duo separated. Prince William flew to the White House to discuss further U.S. involvement in the fight against illegal wildlife trading. The ever-fashionable Kate, who is expecting her second child, visited a local child development center with Chirlane McCray, New York city's mayor's wife, according to
Gallery via @TelegraphPics: Kate greets a young fan in Harlem on day 2 #RoyalVisitUSA http://t.co/xAMPbQL7Gl pic.twitter.com/1SAYzOSDoo
— British Royals (@britishroyals) December 8, 2014
In the evening, the couple is expected to watch an NBA game in Brooklyn.
Of course, this isn't a vacation. The White House has said that this whirlwind trip "underscores the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom."
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