Princess Leonor finally in New York after five months on the high seas!

Princess Leonor finally in New York after five months on the high seas!

New York, USA - Princess Leonor of Spain has reached New York after a five -month trip. The 19-year-old crown princess, which is located as part of her military training, created with the training ship "Juan Sebastián de Elcano". The arrival took place a day earlier than planned, which increased the anticipation among journalists and authorities who were waiting for them at the Manhattan cruise terminal. This trip was part of her three -year military program, which also includes training in the Air Force, where it is trained as a pilot.

Leonor's trip began on January 11th in Cadiz, and she sailed over two oceans with stops in ten ports of eight American countries. In total, the ship covered 17,000 nautical miles and visited Salvador, El Callao and Cartagena de Indias, among others, before it finally reached New York. On the trip there were 75 officer candidates on board, with whom Leonor shared a cabin and also had to use the community facilities, which deliberately avoided royal privileges.

festive programs in New York

in New York there are several important program items on the plan. This includes visiting the "A Musical Fantasy From Spain" event in Carnegie Hall, organized by the Orquesta Titular Del Teatro Real de Madrid. She will also take part in other activities, including a meeting with Victoria de Hohenlohe, the Duchess of Medinaceli. The ship "Elcano" remains in the New York port until June 10, while Leonor is to be officially adopted on July 14th after her return to Spain.

After her stay in New York, Princess Leonor will fly back to Spain on June 10, where she will see her family again. Your last training section will now take place at the Air Force. The young princess has prepared intensively for her role, and her journey reflects a tradition that was already observed with her father, King Felipe VI.

Comprehensive military training is typical for the members of the Spanish royal family, since King Felipe VI. acts as commander -in -chief of the military. Leonor started her military career at the Spanish army two years ago before moving to the marine. Your journey and the associated challenges will surely be a striking section in your training and role as future queen.