The Prince and Princess of Wales are making the most of summer, and their latest Instagram post captures some of the family's standout moments from the past few months.
© Samir HusseinKate Middleton and Prince William shared a new collection of photos featuring Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, highlighting everything from George's recent 13th birthday to relaxed days spent outdoors together.
© mattporteousIn the post, titled "The Summer Rewind," the couple wrote, "Thank you to everyone who has made the last few months so special!" The roundup also includes appearances by the family's English cocker spaniels, Orla and Otto, offering followers another glimpse of the Wales family away from official royal engagements.
© The Prince and Princess of Wales/InstagramA Milestone Summer for George
The post comes less than a week after George celebrated his 13th birthday on July 22, marking his first summer as a teenager. His birthday also comes just before another big milestone.
George is expected to begin attending Eton College this fall. In recent months, he has appeared alongside his parents at several high-profile events, giving royal watchers a closer look at his growing public role.
Charlotte, 11, and Louis, 8, also feature throughout the photo roundup. The siblings are seen enjoying relaxed moments outdoors with their parents, offering a different side of family life from the formal royal events where they're often photographed.
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© The Prince and Princess of Wales/InstagramA Look Beyond Royal Duties
The Wales family spent much of the summer attending public engagements, including Trooping the Colour and Wimbledon. Their latest Instagram post turns the spotlight on the moments in between.
© Getty ImagesOne photo shows the family of five sitting on the grass with Orla and Otto. Another captures George, Charlotte and Louis enjoying the outdoors together, reflecting the family's love of spending time in nature when their schedule allows.
© The Prince and Princess of Wales/InstagramFans Share Their Admiration
The post quickly filled with messages from followers, many of whom praised William and Kate for balancing their royal responsibilities with family life. "Commitment, no matter what. Sense of duty, beyond their own priorities. They are just amazing," one follower wrote. Another commented, "William and Catherine are amazing special people who really care about others."
© Max Mumby/IndigoMany also reflected on the family's close bond and William's late mother, Princess Diana. "Diana would be so proud of her adorable son and his loving wife. What a loving family," one supporter wrote.
© Getty ImagesThe comments echoed the appreciation many followers expressed for the candid family moments and the chance to see the Wales family away from official engagements.
Looking Ahead
As summer draws to a close, the Wales family is preparing for a busy new season. George is expected to begin classes at Eton College in September, while Charlotte and Louis will continue their education at Lambrook School.
© Yui Mok - PA ImagesThe photo roundup offers a fitting look back at a summer of family milestones before the children return to school and the royal family's autumn schedule gets underway.
