Royal Family’s Daring Encounter at Ulster’s University

When the Prince and Princess of Wales embarked on a visit to Northern Ireland, their thoughts were not far from their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

The day kicked off with a stop at Ulster's University, Mackay campus, followed by a delightful time at the campus petting zoo.

Catherine had the opportunity to hold a tarantula named Charlotte, while William bravely handled a snake, much to his eldest son's anticipated dismay.

William humorously remarked that George would be upset as he held the reptile, eliciting laughter from his wife, who stood beside him.

The prince, showing great care, admired the python he was holding, ensuring not to lose sight of the snake, which he was informed was female.

In a light-hearted exchange, William quipped to the handler about the snake's gender, teasing to discuss it later, all the while noting how soft the reptile felt to the touch.

It comes as no surprise that the couple's three children might be perturbed by the daring wildlife encounter, given their mother's fondness for outdoor activities, particularly spider hunting.

Catherine has previously shared anecdotes about spending hours searching for spiders with her elder children.

As expected, the Prince and Princess of Wales, like any royal family, must adhere to a plethora of rules in their daily lives, a code that also extends to their three offspring.

From wearing the Honiton gown at christenings to learning a second language and abstaining from shellfish consumption, the royal children are subject to a range of regulations.

However, there is a notable exception to the rule-breaking pattern exhibited by William and Catherine, particularly concerning their travel habits, a deviation that will soon come to an end.

Travel holds significant weight for the royal family, with strict protocols dictating that the two heirs must not travel together for security reasons, as safeguarding the line of succession remains paramount.

Despite this protocol, Prince William often defies convention by traveling with both Prince George and Princess Charlotte on overseas trips alongside their mother.

The couple's advocacy for their children to experience as normal a life as possible has seen them journey to destinations like Poland and Canada together.

Notably, a young Prince George embarked on one of his earliest international voyages to Australia at just nine months old, accompanied by both parents.

As is customary with royal traditions, milestone birthdays usher in changes, and Prince George's upcoming twelfth birthday heralds a significant alteration in his travel arrangements.

Once the young prince, second in line to the throne, reaches this age, separate travel plans may become the norm for him, mirroring his father's experiences at that age.

Currently, the ten-year-old prince is reportedly preparing to undertake the ISEB Common Pre-Test, a standard assessment taken by students in year six to evaluate academic proficiency and potential before transitioning to senior school.

Fortunately, Prince George is likely to sit for the exam only once, with the test recognized by numerous schools, including Eton College and Marlborough College, institutions that count his parents as alumni.