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Kate Middleton is saying "ciao" to more royal duties.
The Princess of Wales made her first international trip since announcing she had cancer two years ago, stepping out in Italy for her two-day visit on May 13.
The solo trip—sans Prince William—took Kate to the city of Reggio Emilia, where she continued work for the Centre for Early Childhood, the royal foundation she founded in 2021 for children's development.
For the tour, the royal’s itinerary is set to include meetings with families, local educators and government leaders in the Northern Italian destination, known for its innovative approach to early childhood education.
Ahead of Kate’s visit, a royal spokesperson had previously shared the intent of her mission, noting in a May 5 statement, "The Princess is very much looking forward to visiting Italy next week and seeing first-hand how the Reggio Emilia approach creates environments where nature and loving human relationships come together to support children’s development."
The 44-year-old, who completed her cancer treatment in September 2024, is certainly making good on her plans to keep up an eventful calendar after updating the public of her transition from remission to recovery back in January 2025.
"I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead," Kate wrote on X at the time, "There is much to look forward to. Thank you to everyone for your continued support."
She also emphasized her positive outlook on her 44th birthday earlier this year.
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"I find myself reflecting on how deeply grateful I am," Kate shared on Instagram in January. "For the rivers within us flow with ease, fears washed away, cleanse and purify, come to peace with our tears and discover what it means to be alive, to be at one with nature—a quiet teacher and a soft voice that guides in memory helping us to heal in.”
Though Kate’s trip to Italy marked her first overseas trip in over two years, she has attended several high-profile events back at home. In fact, she recently celebrated Easter at Windsor Castle on April 5 with her kids—George, 12, Charlotte, 10, Louis, 7—in tow, and William, 43, by her side, as well as King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
Keep reading for more of William and Kate's most memorable moments.
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Blush and Bashful
Sometimes the date night dress code calls for tiaras and tails, as it did at this Dec. 5, 2023, reception at Buckingham Palace for the Diplomatic Corps.
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They Still Got Game
Kate and William leaned in courtside when they attended a Nov. 30, 2022, Boston Celtics game during a trip to the U.S.
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Jingle Bell Royals
Still making Kate smile after all of these years, perhaps William started singing early as they headed into the "Together at Christmas" Community Carol Service at Westminster Abbey in 2021.
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Monarch Approved
Queen Elizabeth II joined her grandson and his wife of then-10 years for a tour of the Chelsea Flower Show in May 2019.
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St. Patty's Day
The longtime loves shared a toast and a beer after attending the St. Patrick's Day parade in Hounslow in March.
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Kids at Heart
While visiting Northern Ireland in February, the duo got their hands dirty during a soccer match.
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Drink Up!
During their Northern Ireland trip, the Duchess of Cambridge poured herself a pint before her hubby enjoyed a glass.
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Apple of My Eye
Prince William couldn't keep his eyes off of Kate while celebrating the 100th year of the Royal Air Force in England in July 2018.
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Bundle of Joy
On April 23, 2018 the future King of England and his stunning wife welcomed their third child, Prince Louis, into the world and of course they looked perfect posing for the cameras.
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To the Slopes
The royal couple bundled up on their winter trip to Norway in 2018 and looked adorable side by side.
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Tennis Pros
The athletic duo cheered on the tennis players at Wimbledon in 2017 and they seemed to have a blast doing so.
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Arrow to My Heart
Prince William looked on in amazement as his wife played with a bow and arrow while on their trip to Bhutan in 2016.
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Snow Bunnies
Ugh, could these two be any cuter?!
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Meet the Princess
The happy couple waved to fans in May 2015 after welcoming their second child, Princess Charlotte, at the famed Lido Wing of St. Mary's Hospital on May 2.
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George of the Jungle
When the Cambridge crew was just a family of three they had a blast visiting Australia on their royal tour.
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Adventure Seekers
As you can see, the lovebirds are always up for a wild outdoor activity in between performing their royal duties.
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And Baby Makes Three
The proud new parents posed for the cameras outside of St. Mary's Hospital after welcoming their first child, Prince George, into the world on July 22, 2013.
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Scottish Lassies
The couple visited the Emirates Arena, the future venue of the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, in Scotland in 2013 and they were perfectly in sync while walking around.
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London Fog
Princess Kate looked to her hubby for warmth as the two attend the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse in March 2013.
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Forever Wedding Date
The married couple waved to onlookers as they attended the wedding of Mark Tomlinson and Laura Bechtolsheimer in Switzerland.
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London Olympic Games
Even the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge get nervous when watching the Olympics...but at least they have each other.
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London Lovers
The royal duo shared a laugh while watching the cycling events at the Velodrome during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
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Lucky in Love
The two arrived at the Honiara International Airport in a special boat—talk about the royal treatment—before exploring Guadalcanal Island in the Solomon Islands as a part of their 2012 tour.
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Malaysian Buddies
A couple who eats together, stays together! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended an official dinner hosted by Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam, Shah of Kedah while on their Diamond Jubilee Tour of South East Asia in fall 2012.
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Gala Ready
The royal couple was red carpet ready as they arrived together for the 2012 celebration of the British Olympic Team GB at Royal Albert Hall.
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Tournament of Kisses
Kate gave her royal hubby a smooch after his team won a tournament round at an event for the American Friends of the Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry in July 2011.
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Tying the Knot
The couple shared a sweet kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after their wedding on Friday, April 29, 2011 and it was magical.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
The Royal Wedding was pure bliss and the newlyweds couldn't contain their happiness as they left the church as husband and wife.
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Plus One
Prince William looked lovingly at his wife as they attended Harry Meade and Rosie Bradford's wedding in October 2010 and, aww.
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College Sweethearts
The royal couple was all smiles on their graduation from the University of St. Andrews back in June 2005.
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