The first seven months of the year have been difficult for the Royal Family after they have faced several health scares. However with Prince George , Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis now on their summer break, there will be some much-needed respite for the Prince and Princess of Wales as Kate bravely continues her cancer treatments. Kate, 42, is surely counting the days until she can kick back for a well earned rest - but this summer is not just about relaxation though; it's a healing time for her.
As the King , Queen , and other senior royals travelled north for Holyrood Week in Scotland , all eyes are now on the upcoming Balmoral getaway. This year's family retreat is tinged with significance for the mother of three, a leading royal expert pointed out. Ex-BBC Royal correspondent Jennie Bond told OK! : "It's been one heck of a year for the Royal Family so far and nothing would please the King more than to have his close family gathered together in the peace of Balmoral for a time to take stock together, mark the passing of an incredibly difficult few months and look to the future".
Kate's summer plans are up in the air due to her cancer treatment, as Jennie Bond reveals, "Like Catherine herself has said, cancer treatment brings with it a large measure of uncertainty and that must extend to whether she is able to spend part of the summer holidays at Balmoral." "If she does go, I'm sure the whole family will want to surround her with love, support and renewed strength. She,.