And just like that. Summer’s here!

And just like that. Summer’s here! In the photograph is a plate of large chunky slices of watermelon. There is also a hand holding a slice of watermelon with a heart-shaped cut out. In the foreground is a towel with the motif of a watermelon. In the background is a swimming pool.
And just like that. Summer’s here! In the photograph is a young lady in summer clothing. She's wearing a turquoise bikini, a patterned mini wrap-skirt, a patterened scarf tied as a bow in her hair, and holding a book. In the foreground is a hat, sunglasses, and lipstick, on a beach towel. In the background is a striped yellow beach umbrella, and the sea.
And just like that. Summer’s here!

Oh.

My.

God!

I simply can’t believe that summer’s here.

Already!

But where did the time go?

One minute it was May, then just like that, it was July!

Gosh!

I’m so sorry that I haven’t updated you on what I’ve been doing on the blog, although I updated my followers everywhere else!

Please forgive me.

And why forsooth?

Because.

I’ve got deadlines!

DEADLINES? YUCK!

I’ve got deadlines. Yuck! In the photograph is a young lady sitting on a chair perched in the sea. She's wearing a white cream dress and is bare-legged and bare-footed. She's reading a book. In the background are rocks.
I’ve got deadlines. Yuck!

Here comes the sun. Oh no! In the photograph is a young man shielding his eyes from the sun. He's wearing an orange-pink-terracotta-coloured print jacket and a black shirt. In the background is an orange-pink-terracotta-coloured rock, cliff or mountain!
Here comes the sun. Oh no!

Deadlines?!?

Yep!

Deadlines!

I know!

I’m sure you all think I live a carefree life.

And I do.

Sort of.

But you know.

Outside the wonderful job of being the marvellous and ever lovely: The British Berliner

I am also a wife.

And a mother.

I have a day job.

I’m learning how to drive.

I recently re-acquainted myself with not one but two, expat organisations in Berlin namely, the Berlin British Ladies Club (BBLC) and the Berlin International Women’s Club (BIWC).

I’m associated with many galleries, museums, history, music, film, art and charitable organisations in Germany who all strive for my attention.

And I embarked on a DBA – a Doctor of Business Administration.

So you see.

I’ve got deadlines!

The others don’t worry me as much as the academic one does.

Sometimes I feel overwhelmed.

Overwhelmed I tell you!

DID VICTORIA TRAVEL AT ALL?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - is at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey/Turkiye. In the photograph you can see her holding a magnet with the words and images of Istanbul. The words are "Istanbul" and "Taksim." The images are of a tower, a tram, and a cart. In the background are Istanbul souvenirs such as a sweat shirt, scarves and other knick-knacks.
Victoria holding an Istanbul souvenir!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Turkey/Turkiye – June 2023

All the same, did I travel at all this year?

Go on now.

Who do you think I am?

Of course I did!

Because man / woman / child / people cannot live by work alone-ish!

And in order to calm down, you need to do something that delights you.

In my case, travel!

So where did I go?

WHERE HAS VICTORIA BEEN SO FAR?

Summer's here. I've been everywhere! In the photograph are various people sitting at tables dining outdoors.
Summer’s here. I’ve been everywhere!

I’ve been to:

  • England
  • The Netherlands
  • Belgium
  • Bavaria
  • Austria
  • Turkey
  • Georgia
  • Lower Saxony

WHERE WILL VICTORIA GO NEXT?

Summer's here. Let's go to Italy! In the photograph are family and friends sitting at tables dining outdoors.
Summer’s here. Let’s go to Italy!

I’ll be going to:

  • Italy
  • England again!
  • Other parts of Germany
  • Somewhere in the Balkans!

In short, I’ve got lots to tell you, but I can’t tell you now, ‘cos I’m too busy!

I’ll get to it though.

I promise.

Summer's here. Where shall I go next? In the photograph are two blue deckchairs on sand, at the seaside. Above them is a plain blue beach umbrella.
Summer’s here. Where shall I go next?

ANYTHING ELSE?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - is in Telavi, Georgia. In the photograph you can see her holding the finished product of Khinkali, which she made herself! Khinkali is a very popular Georgian dumpling made of twisted knobs of dough, stuffed with meat and spices, and is considered to be one of the national dishes of Georgia. In the background is a vineyard.
Victoria holding Khinkali – Georgian dumpling!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Georgia – June 2023

Yep!

I went to Georgia again!

And just like that.

Summer’s here!

Yay!

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But enough about me!

And just like that. Summer’s here! How are YOU doing? Are YOU having a fine summer? Do YOU have plans? Tell me all about it in the comments below!

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I’m going to visit Georgia again!

In the photograph are four locally-made hammocks on top of a mountain hill. In the background are snowy mountains. This photo is by Ann Svanidze - Nature - Juta, Georgia. Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)
This photograph is of a large wooden building in a cluster of forest trees. Afara Cultural Monuments - Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)
Afara Cultural Monuments
Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)

Exciting news.

I’m going to visit Georgia again!

Yay!

I know!

I could tell you all about the great time that I had when I first went to Georgia, in 2019!

Or.

You could read all about it yourself. Here are the links:

You’re welcome!

THE FACTS!

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner was at a local organic cafe in Tbilisi, Georgia. In the photo are the punch cocktails that she had, and two very intriguing white and blue salt and pepper shakers! 

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An introduction to Georgia. Not that one. The other one!

Georgia, otherwise known as the Republic of Georgia, is a country located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe!

It’s surrounded to the west by the Black Sea, to the north by Russia, to the south by Turkey and Armenia, and to the south-east by Azerbaijan, covers a territory of 69,700 square kilometres or 26,911 sq. miles, and has a population of about roughly 3.7 million people.

The largest city, which also happens to be the capital city, is Tbilisi.

Most people have never heard of it!

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An introduction to Tbilisi – 5 places you have to visit!

In fact, when I first heard mention of Georgia, I thought it was Georgia – the American state – in the USA.

But it isn’t.

It’s Georgia.

A country in the Caucasus.

A country from the former USSR.

In Europe!

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Let’s go to Georgia. In Europe!

I’m British and I live in Europe.

People always write to me about one very important issue and that is:

BUT IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL TO GEORGIA IN EUROPE?

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Is it safe to travel to Georgia in Europe?

I’m sure you’ve thought about it.

Haven’t we all?

What with the war on Ukraine n’ all!

It’s hardly surprising.

But you don’t need to be.

It’s as safe as any other country!

However let me be clear, my blog is not about political affairs and neither am I a politician, a civil servant, or a secret agent!

I wish!

My opinions are my own, and my own only. Nonetheless.

Nonetheless!?!

Yes.

I’ll tell you something for nothing.

Roughly 1.5 million international tourists and travellers visit Georgia yearly, and most visits are completely and utterly trouble-free.

Having said that, official advice is against ALL travel to the Western part of Georgia namely the Russian-occupied regions of South Ossetia, Abkhazia, and against all but ESSENTIAL travel to areas in the centre of Georgia immediately adjacent to the Administrative Boundary Lines with Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

You’ll be quite fine in Tbilisi – the capital city – located in the Eastern part of Georgia.


However, if you have any concerns, or need further help or information, I recommend the following:

TAKE ME THERE!

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner  - is holding her Turkish Airlines boarding pass, flight ticket, and passport to Tbilisi via Istanbul. 

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I flew from Berlin to Tbilisi via Turkish Airlines!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Turkey – September 2019

As you all pretty much know by now, I’m a great believer in train travel but Georgia is quite far from Germany, so I’m going to fly!

There are 45 airlines that fly into the country.

The last time I went to Georgia, I flew from Berlin to Tbilisi – via Turkish Airlines.

This time around, I’m flying with a budget airline called Pegasus.

My outward journey from Berlin-Brandenburg (BER) to Tbilisi (TBS) will be via a seven-hour (7) stop-over in Istanbul-Gokcen (SAW).

I love Istanbul, but those 7 hours will probably be hanging around at the airport, rather than on shopping!

Sigh!

However, you don’t even need to fly, as you can either take a ferry from ports in the Black Sea region, the Georgian train from Azerbaijan or take a bus from the Republic of Azerbaijan, Armenia or Turkey!

Note: I don’t recommend driving, as country roads are awful!

IS IT GOING TO BE CROWDED?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - is standing in front of the Gabriadze Clock Tower in Tbilisi, Georgia. The Clock Tower is famous for being higgly-piggly! 

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Victoria at the Gabriadze Clock Tower in Tbilisi
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Georgia – September 2019

It wasn’t the last time I went.

In Autumn!

In fact, there were very few tourists around, as “the season,” was effectively over.

This time, I’ll be going in May!

I don’t believe it’ll be that crowded!

But if you’re going in the height of summer, prepare to gird your loins, and fight your way through!

Plan well.

Having said that, if that’s the only time that you can travel, don’t let anything get in your way.

WHAT IS GEORGIA LIKE?

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Georgia – a basic guide to food!

Georgia definitely made an impression on me.

It’s of historical and architectural interest, the food and wine is impressive, the country is small, and the locals are friendly and very, very helpful!

Is it any wonder that I jumped at the chance to visit again!

I DON’T SPEAK GEORGIAN!

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I don’t speak Georgian! Neither do they!

Not.

A.

Problem.

It’s amazing how many languages a typical European speaks.

Most speak a minimum of three (3)!

If you speak Azerbaijani, Armenian or Russian, you’re good to go.

Besides, within the regions of tourist Georgia, everyone pretty much speaks English too!

AM I GOING TO LIVE IN A HUT?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner  - was at the Tbilisi Open Air Museum of Ethnology, where she was shown this hanging metal pot as an example of folk craftwork. 

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Folk craftwork at the Tbilisi Open Air Museum of Ethnology
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Georgia – September 2019

Ha! Ha!

Not unless you want to!

I’M ON A BUDGET. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - was at a local restaurant for lunch. She is holding a piece of crusty breast covered with a sort of red pickle and spring onions. 

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Georgia – a basic guide to food!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Georgia – September 2019

Georgia is cheap!

Cheap!

Cheeeeap!!

For everyone!

Feel free to eat the gourmet meal you’ve always dreamed of!

In fact, it’s so cheap, that according to the document Tbilisi In Figures, the capital city – Tbilisi – is the 3rd cheapest city in Central Asia and 11th cheapest in the world!

Wow!

Prices are low, and the quality and standards of hotels and apartments available are, when considered, pretty alright!

Frankly, if you’re paying between €20.00 – €70.00 per night, for huge apartments with terraces, working kitchens, and historical art, you simply can’t go wrong!

Book ahead to get good prices.

I’M LOOKING FOR SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT. ANY IDEAS?

This photograph is of a young couple laughing, smiling, and having fun. They are on bikes with wicker baskets. In the background is a road lined by palm trees and other cyclists. Adjara Friends - Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)
Adjara Friends
Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)

Absolutely!

Start Here!

WHAT ABOUT TRANSPORT POSSIBILITIES?

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Public transport in Tbilisi – Georgia!

Georgia is pretty small, and in Tbilisi, quite walkable.

And of course, you could take local trains or the bus.

Uber isn’t supported in Georgia but they do have Yandex Taxi or Bolt which works very well in Georgia, Russia & Ukraine! You can download the Yandex Taxi App here and the Bolt App here!

You’ll practically ride for free, as my taxi fare was …

Wait for it.

€1.05 or $1.16!!

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I highly recommend Uber!

Or for familiarity, and that’s perfectly OK. Use Uber.

Stay safe and take a taxi at night. In fact, if you use my Uber Affiliate code – 3krwf3hree9q – you’ll get €5 off the first 5 rides!

Wow!

IS GEORGIA SAFE?

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Sure it is. Everyone is welcome!

Of course!

  • Ordinary people don’t carry weapons of any kind. There isn’t a need to!
  • They say that most accidents and deaths occur near to, or in the home. Statistically, you’re safer outside your home!
  • And obviously, you should be aware of any scams going on as sadly, that’s likely to be everywhere.
  • Even at home!

ANYTHING ELSE?

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner at the Fabrika Factory in Tbilisi. Fabrika is an ex-Soviet sewing factory that has been turned into an artistic house for culture. 

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Victoria at Fabrika – an ex-Soviet sewing factory in Tbilisi!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Georgia – September 2019

Yep!

This time around, I was invited by the Iakob Gogebashvili Telavi State University (TeSaU) as part of the HERiPRENEURSHIP Project / Study Visit to Georgia!

The HERiPRENEURSHIP Project is a project that aims to raise awareness of cultural heritage, and create new investment opportunities in tourism and the cultural and creative industries, at UNESCO designated areas in the Black Sea basin!

So of course, I’ll be starting from the capital city of Tbilisi, but I’ll also be visiting Mtskheta, Jvari, Samtavro, Svetistkhoveli, Shuamta, Tsinandali, and Telavi!

Yeah!

I’m going to visit Georgia again! Yay! This photograph is of a young man wearing sport clothes, leaping in Kakheti. In the background are rocky mountains.
I’m going to visit Georgia again! Yay!

Georgia’s got culture, has a vibrant history and isn’t over-run by the package tourist.

Yet.

It’s also extremely cheap.

For many international visitors, Georgia isn’t a destination that immediately comes to mind, but if you’re in the Caucasus area, make it a point of duty to spend a few weeks days, in as many places as you can manage.

If you’re looking for a new destination that isn’t really on the beaten path, say hello – GEORGIA!

Georgia is a wine-filled adventure, and I’ll be travelling there again!

You can too.

Let’s do it!

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I’m going to visit Georgia again!

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A win-win for all!

So what are you waiting for?

Thanks a million!

Have you ever been to Georgia? Are you surprised that I’m visiting again? Let me know in the comments below!

See you in Berlin.

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In the photograph are four locally-made hammocks on top of a mountain hill. In the background are snowy mountains. This photo is by Ann Svanidze - Nature - Juta, Georgia. Courtesy of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA)
I’m going to visit Georgia again!
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Charles III Coronation in Pictures & Videos – Long Live the King!

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Their Majesties The King & The Queen in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace

At last!

He’s King!

Yeah!

A couple of weeks ago, I told you about how I talked about King Charles III on German TV!

I’m a monarchist to the core and with the passing away of our beloved Queen, the reign of the Crown passed to her eldest child – Charles!

The Crown!?!

Ahem!

Eek!

As you might know,

And you should ‘cos if you don’t, where have you been?

Exactly!

But I digress.

As you might know, Charles III performed the Coronation Ceremony on May 6th, 2023, otherwise known as Operation Golden Orb, and is now properly and officially King!

Long Live the King!

Here are a few videos about the real Royal Family!

Watch how King Charles’ Coronation unfolded…in 90 seconds!

Watch how King Charles III and Queen Camilla are crowned at Westminster Abbey.

Now watch the King’s Coronation side by side with his mother’s Coronation (Queen Elizabeth II) in 1953!

Isn’t it marvellous?

Now, if you thought that was it.

It’s over.

He’s King now.

Let’s get back to work!

Er. No!

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Charles III Coronation in Pictures & Videos – Long Live the King!
Time to get the King’s party started!

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Dressed for the Coronation
Photo by Ellie Fox / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)

You’re sorely mistaken!

We’re British!

We do things differently!

No matter what anyone says!

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Charles III Coronation in Pictures & Videos
We’re British! We do things differently!

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Charles III Coronation in Pictures & Videos
We’re British! We put British flags and buntings everywhere!

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We’re British!
We put King Charles III Coronation flags alongside the Ritz Hotel in London!

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We’re British! We knit home-made crowns and put them on pillar-boxes!

Nobody does centuries of pomp, pageantry, tradition and ceremony like we do.

Not only that, but 7,000+ military officers from across the UK and the Commonwealth participated in the largest military ceremonial operation, creating an extraordinary image across London last seen seventy (70) years ago!

Wow!

So, we’ve only just got started!

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A Yeoman is seen here arriving at Wellington Barracks in London, in preparation for the King's Coronation Procession. The Yeoman is carrying his costume and holding a pillar or staff. In the background are other young men dressed in ceremonial costume. Photography by Graeme Main - UK MOD © Crown copyright 2023
A Yeoman is seen here arriving at Wellington Barracks in London, in preparation for the King’s Coronation Procession.
Photo by Graeme Main – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

.A member of the Household Cavalry Mounted Band, is seen here outside Westminster Abbey in London. This photograph shows the bottom half face of a man in full uniform with medals, a motif of the crown and a symbol of CR III on his chest. CR III stands for Charles Regent the third. In the background is part of his horse, also in unform. Photography by Sgt Robert Weideman - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
A member of the Household Cavalry Mounted Band, is seen here outside Westminster Abbey in London.
Photo by Sgt Robert Weideman – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

Image of the Irish Guards and 'Semus' their Irish Wolfhound, are seen here at Wellington Barracks in London, before taking part in the King's Coronation Procession. This photograph shows the bottom half (at chest-level) of a row of men in uniform, in the Irish Guards. In the midst of them is their Irish Wolfhound dog standing at attention too. The men carry their batons and tall bearskin military caps in one hand, and ceremonial swords in the other. In the background, you can see one of the guards in full uniform, including the bottom half of his face. Photography by Graeme Main - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Image of the Irish Guards and ‘Semus’ their Irish Wolfhound, are seen here at Wellington Barracks in London, before taking part in the King’s Coronation Procession.
Photo by Graeme Main – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Gold State Coach by 8 Windsor Grey horses - Coronation of King Charles III. This photo shows the golden stage coach drawn by eight grey/white horses. The horses are in ceremonial attire and flanked or ridden by men in full ceremonial uniform. Around the carriage are representatives of Yeomen, King's Guards, Household Guards, Irish Guards, Irish, Canadian, Australian Guards, etc. and various members of the armed forces in full uniform and carrying ceremonial weapons marching forward. The outer edge of the road is lined with soldiers in blue uniforms and members of the police force. It's a wet day so the road is shiny and some of the tourists / visitors are holding umbrellas in the background. Photo by Rosie Hallam / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)
Gold State Coach by 8 Windsor Grey horses – Coronation of King Charles III
Photo by Rosie Hallam / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)

Members of the Household Division are seen here in the early hours, boarding a train into Waterloo Station, London, to take part in the Kings Coronation. This photograph shows a group of young in full uniform, about to take one of the many British Rail trains made available so that various members of the Armed Forces could travel across the country, into London. Some of the young men are wearing their tall bearskin military caps, and some are carrying them in one hand. Photographer - SSgt Dek Traylor - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Members of the Household Division are seen here in the early hours, boarding a train into Waterloo Station, London, to take part in the Kings Coronation.
Photo – SSgt Dek Traylor – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

Members of the Household Division are seen here on a train heading towards Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation. This photograph shows two young men in full uniform, with medals and shiny buttons. Both men are also wearing their tall bearskin military caps and are standing at the doorway of the Underground Train in London - the London Tube. One of the men has a piccolo and is playing it as they arrive into Waterloo. Photographer - SSgt Dek Traylor - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Members of the Household Division are seen here on a train heading towards Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation.
Photog – SSgt Dek Traylor – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

Members of the Household Division are seen here arriving at Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation. This photograph shows young men in full uniform, with medals and shiny buttons. Most men are also wearing their tall bearskin military caps and are disembarking the train at Waterloo Station. Most of them are holding marching drums, drum sticks, and trumpets, except for one man. This man is the only fellow wearing the full uniform of the Household Division. His uniform is gold, with medals, a red sash, a small black cap, and white ceremonial trouser boots with black toe caps. He is carrying a staff with a golden orb. Photographer - SSgt Dek Traylor - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Members of the Household Division are seen here arriving at Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation.
Photo – SSgt Dek Traylor – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

Members of the Household Division are seen here arriving at Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation. This photograph shows a group of young men in full uniform, marching through Waterloo Station in London. Their uniforms are red jackets and black trousers with a single red stripe. They are all wearing their tall bearskin military caps. In the background are soldiers in full Highland (Scotland) uniforms, police officers, members of the armed forces, British Union Jack bunting hanging on the walls, and a very large station monitor depicting which trains are arriving and departing. Photographer - SSgt Dek Traylor - UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023
Members of the Household Division are seen here arriving at Waterloo Station in London, to take part in the Kings Coronation.
Photo – SSgt Dek Traylor – UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023

Members of The Household Division are seen here at Wellington Barracks in London, preparing to take part in the King's Coronation Procession in London. This photograph shows a birds' eye view (from above), of young men in full uniform, milling around outside waiting to take part. Their uniforms are red jackets and black trousers with a single red stripe. They are all wearing their tall bearskin military caps, except for one fellow. He is wearing a different uniform of navy blue/ black with a black cap and a red stripe and a black bagpack. In the background is a white stone building. Photographer - Graeme Main - UK MOD © Crown copyright 2023
Members of The Household Division are seen here at Wellington Barracks in London, preparing to take part in the King’s Coronation Procession in London.
Photo – Graeme Main – UK MOD © Crown copyright 2023

The King's Coronation. This photograph shows members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Band, on horseback. The men have music stands attached to their horses, and are playing clarinets. They are all in full uniform with a motif of the crown and a symbol of CR III on their backs. CR III stands for Charles Regent the third. In the background are other officers and horses. Photo by Armand Attard / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)
The King’s Coronation
Photo by Armand Attard / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)

Diamond Jubilee State Coach outside Buckingham Palace. This photograph shows the Diamond Jubilee State Coach outside Buckingham Palace. The coach is flanked and ridden by the Household Cavalry in red and gold uniforms and a black cap, and a man in a long red jacket, tall black hat and a black mallet in his hand with the inscription "Long To Reign Over Us." Photographer - Sgt Donald C Todd - UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023
Diamond Jubilee State Coach outside Buckingham Palace.
Photo – Sgt Donald C Todd – UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023

The UK Armed Forces conduct their largest ceremonial operation for 70 years on May 6th, 2023, and accompanied Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla to the Coronation service at Westminster Abbey. This photograph shows a variety of the UK Armed Forces. There are two soldiers wearing the full uniform of the Household Division. Their uniforms are gold with medals, a red sash, a small black cap, and white ceremonial trouser boots with black toe caps. They also carry a staff with a golden orb. The soldier in the middle is a man in full Highland (Scotland) uniform. This uniform consists of lots of medals, a white black furry belt, a tall black string furry cap, blue stripped tartan, a blue stripped kilt, blue tartan socks and white boots. He also carries a staff with a golden orb. Next to him is a Royal Irish soldier in plain olive-green uniform with a green cap and feather, and medals. He also carries a staff with a golden orb. In the forefront of the photograph is a soldier in a red jacket and black trousers with a single red stripe. He also has a staff in his hand. In the background are members of the Highland Band from the Royal Regiment of Scotland. They are also in full Highland (Scotland) uniform. This uniform consists of lots of medals, a white black furry belt, a tall black string furry cap or a small cap with ribbons at the back, red or green stripped tartan, a red or green stripped kilt, red/ black or green/black tartan socks and white boots. Most of them are playing bagpipes and holding Royal Scottish flags. Photographer - Sgt Donald C Todd - UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023
The UK Armed Forces conduct their largest ceremonial operation for 70 years on May 6th, 2023, and accompanied Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla to the Coronation service at Westminster Abbey.
Photo – Sgt Donald C Todd – UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023

The King's Coronation In this photograph, the Yeoman are leaving Westminster Abbey as a procession. They are wearing the Royal Coat of Arms representing England, Scotland, and Ireland. Their uniforms are golden tunics showing the various Royal emblems of different parts of the United Kingdom: the three lions of England in the first and fourth quarters, the lion of Scotland in the second and the harp of Ireland in the third. They also wear blacks caps with black feathers, white breeches, white tights and black shoes, and are holding black or white batons. At the forefront is a man dressed in black and wearing medals. In the background are various officers and uniformed men and women in medals or ruffled fronts and full regalia with red and gold or black uniforms and black military hats with large white feathers. Most of the officers have some sort of staff or ceremonial sword at their side. At the front of the gate are two uniformed police officers. Photo by Armand Attard / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)
The King’s Coronation
Photo by Armand Attard / Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS)

Band of The Pipes and Drums. 21-gun salute by 105th Regiment Royal Artillery at Edinburgh Castle. In this photograph are members of the Highland Band from the Scottish Regiment Royal Artillery at Edinburgh Castle, in Scotland. The men are all in full Highland (Scotland) uniform. This uniform consists of lots of medals, a white black furry belt, a tall black string furry cap with a red feather, green stripped tartan, a green stripped kilt, red tartan socks and white boots. Most of the men are marching up the paved stoned hill. The men have music stands attached to their instruments, and are playing trombones, trumpets, tubas, or other brass instruments. The band leader at the forefront is also wearing lots of medals, a green and gold sash with "ER" inscribed on it and holding a golden wooden staff. On the sides of the path are medium-high stone walls and stone buildings in the background. Photographer - Corporal Daniel Clayton - UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023
Band of The Pipes and Drums. 21-gun salute by 105th Regiment Royal Artillery at Edinburgh Castle.
Photo – Corporal Daniel Clayton – UK MOD ©Crown Copyright 2023

In fact, people across the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and the world celebrated not only the Coronation Day itself, but throughout the Weekend!

Myself included!

People across the UK will be celebrating the Coronation Weekend! In this photograph are people on stage, dressed in costume about to do a performance. All around are people and children either watching or preparing refreshment stands. There is colourful bunting across the buildings and a British Union Jack flag outside a white building.
People across the UK celebrated the Coronation Weekend!

People across Britain will be celebrating the Coronation Weekend! In this photograph is the house featured as 'Honeymoon Cottage' in D.H. Lawrence's book "The Rainbow." The cottage is a red-bricked house in Cossall, Nottinghamshire, England. It is covered in British Union Jack bunting. In the foreground and background of the photograph are yellow, purple, blue, white and green plants and flowers. There is also a plaque on the building with the inscription "Church Cottage - House of D.H. Lawrence."
People across Britain celebrated the Coronation Weekend!

People across England will be celebrating the Coronation Weekend! In this photograph are British Union Jack bunting and inflatable golden crowns. They are hung across an inside window.
People across England celebrated the Coronation Weekend!

People across Germany will be celebrating the Coronation Weekend! Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner was at the Berlin British Ladies Club. On the mantle piece / cabinet is a home-made crown, a British Union Jack flag and a British King Charles III Coronation Flag. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
People across Germany celebrated the Coronation Weekend!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – Berlin – May 2023

Weekend?

Yes, the weekend!

The Coronation Weekend!

Not only that, but in the UK, Monday 8th May was a Bank Holiday!

Now since I live in Germany, there is no public holiday for me, but on May 8th, I joined the Berlin British Ladies Club (BBLC) and we took part in the The Coronation Big Lunch Tea instead!

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. Victoria has a British flag on her wrist and is standing in front of a home-made crown, British Union Jack flags and British King Charles III bunting. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. Victoria is holding a glass of Pimm's. In the background is a home-made crown, British Union Jack flags and British King Charles III bunting. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria drinking Pimms for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. Victoria is holding a paper plate with a Union Jack (British flag) design and a "The King Coronation" motif. In the background is a home-made crown, British Union Jack flags and British King Charles III bunting. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria & Coronation Plate for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. The Berlin British Ladies Club is celebrating the Coronation Weekend and the Coronation Big Lunch. On the table is a huge Coronation Cake with the motif of the Union Jack (British flag). In the background are blue, red and white Coronation muffins. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria & Coronation Cake for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. The Berlin British Ladies Club is celebrating the Coronation Weekend and the Coronation Big Lunch. On the table are blue, red and white Coronation muffins. In the background is a British Union Jack flag, and a basket of colourful confetti. Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria & cupcakes for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. On the table are UK serviettes for the King's Coronation with motifs of the King's Guards complete with tall bearskin military caps, Union Jack (British flag) design, and paper plates with "The King Coronation" motif. In the background is a large UK flag on the table and Victoria's not yet drunk glass of Pimms! Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria & British stuff & UK serviettes for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow – The British Berliner – May 2023

Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - at the Berlin British Ladies Club. The Berlin British Ladies Club is celebrating the Coronation Weekend and the Coronation Big Lunch. Victoria is eating a chocolate sponge cupcake with buttery cream on top. She doesn't like chocolate but managed to eat half of it quite easily! On the table is a UK serviette for the King's Coronation with motifs of the King's Guards, complete with tall bearskin military caps, and a paper plate with "The King Coronation" motif. In the background on the table is Victoria's half drunk glass of Pimms! Photographer ©Victoria Ade-Genschow - The British Berliner - Berlin - May 2023
Victoria eating creamy cupcake for the King’s Coronation at the Berlin British Ladies Club!
©Victoria Ade-Genschow -The British Berliner – May 2023

Forget shopping.

Join the picnic!

Have Lunch!

Or make your own!

If you’re that way inclined, I’ve enclosed a few ideas for the Coronation Big Lunch, Breakfast or Dinner!

Here’s the recipe for Coronation Quiche!

Here’s a video on how to make a very simple Coronation Cake.

So simple, I might even make it myself!

Here’s a recipe for a Coronation Cake!

Or watch the Coronation Concert taking place on the grounds of Windsor Castle, showing on public screens in London and available via the BBC world-wide (licence-free), on May 7th!

But what’s it all about though?

If you really haven’t a clue, here’s an animated video that tells you everything you need to know!

Inside the Coronation – English with Subtitles.
By the Department for Culture, Media & Sport / Creator: Laura Klark

Here’s the Coronation Service.

In Full.

But obviously, you can rush through or go backwards and forwards!

And here’s a very, short summary of the Coronation Weekend – Behind the scenes with The Prince and Princess of Wales!

Even shorter!

I hope you like it?

Enjoy!

If you would like to see more extraordinary photos from King Charles III’s Coronation via the BBC, just click HERE!

For a complete guide to the King’s Coronation, click HERE!

Charles III Coronation in Pictures & Videos – Long Live the King!

Their Majesties The King & Queen on the balcony at Buckingham Palace. Photograph of Their Majesties The King (Charles III) & The Queen (Camilla) waving to the crowd at Buckingham Palace. Both monarchs are wearing ceremonial crowns. The Royal Household © Crown Copyright
Their Majesties The King & Queen on the balcony at Buckingham Palace The Royal Household
© Crown Copyright

Image of His Majesty The King, King Charles III, seen here on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after his Coronation at Westminster Abbey. The King (Charles III) is waving to the crowd at Buckingham Palace & wearing his ceremonial crown. Photographer - Giles Anderson © MoD Crown Copyright 2023
Image of His Majesty The King, King Charles III, seen here on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after his Coronation at Westminster Abbey. Photographer – Giles Anderson
© MoD Crown Copyright 2023

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