Sussex’s Christmas Card Vanishes as William and Kate Make Crucial Christmas Decision

Prince William and Kate have solidified their plans for Christmas 2021 amidst the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Royal Family's traditional festive gathering.

Typically, during the holiday season, members of the Royal Family convene at Sandringham, the Queen's estate in Norfolk.

However, for the second consecutive year, the Firm's arrangements have been thwarted by the coronavirus crisis.

In a departure from tradition, Her Majesty has opted to celebrate the festivities at Windsor Castle instead of Sandringham due to the spread of the Omicron COVID variant.

A source from the palace revealed that the Queen's decision to alter her plans was motivated by a personal choice aimed at exercising caution in light of the Omicron variant's rapid transmission.

Meanwhile, the internet went into a frenzy as the first public photo of Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor emerged, drawing comparisons between the young royal and Her Majesty.

Royal enthusiasts were thrilled to catch a glimpse of Lilibet in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's highly anticipated Christmas card, showcasing their daughter for the first time since her birth in June this year.

Contrary to the Sussexes' unconventional move, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, both aged 39, have opted to uphold tradition by celebrating Christmas in Norfolk as per usual.

The couple is set to spend Christmas Day at Anmer Hall, their residence in Norfolk, accompanied by their three children: eight-year-old Prince George, six-year-old Princess Charlotte, and three-year-old Prince Louis.

Reports suggest that some members of the Middleton family will also join the festivities, following Kate's mother Carol's previous revelations about their family's Christmas traditions.

In the midst of disruptions caused by the pandemic last year, the Cambridges marked the holiday season as a family unit of five due to lockdown restrictions prohibiting household mixing.

The public traditionally extends warm wishes to the royal family during the festive period and New Year.

Notably, in 2019, William and Kate's daughter, Charlotte, captured hearts when she embraced a well-wisher after a church service.

This year's celebrations could hold special significance for the Cambridges, potentially marking Louis' inaugural appearance on the annual church walk, a milestone previously achieved by his siblings.

The festive card featuring the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Lilibet, and Archie exudes joy and warmth in a family portrait shared on their Archule website, accompanied by a holiday greeting.

The response from royal fans to Lilibet's debut photo has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the adorable tot and drawing parallels between her and the Queen.

The card not only showcases the family's happiness but also highlights the charitable endeavors supported by the couple, underscoring their commitment to uplifting families worldwide through donations to various organizations.