“I’m slightly jet lagged,” said Queen Camilla as she reflected on her recent trip to the United States. The Queen’s aversion to flying led her to part ways with King Charles III after their state visit. She did not join him on his subsequent flight to Bermuda.
During their visit, King Charles addressed a joint session of Congress, receiving bipartisan standing ovations. This marked a significant moment in his 24 visits to the United States throughout his life. The royal couple attended various events, including a garden party and a gala dinner.
Queen Camilla expressed her dislike for flying and prefers to minimize time in the air. Upon arriving in America, she felt jet lagged because of the five-hour time difference between the UK and the East Coast. Her first trip to New York City was in 1999, aimed at building public acceptance after Princess Diana’s death.
After their state visit, Queen Camilla was spotted at a US airport ahead of her commercial flight back to the UK. This decision underscores her ongoing preference for avoiding long flights when possible. King Charles continues with his royal engagements while she returns home.
Donald Trump praised King Charles during the visit, calling him “the greatest King in my book… an elegant man with a beautiful accent.” Such remarks highlight the significance of their diplomatic efforts during this state visit.
As Queen Camilla navigates her flying preferences, it remains evident that these choices will continue to shape her royal engagements and travel plans moving forward.
