Mikhaila Friel/Insider Looking back, I realize that a cemetery date may sound odd. But I didn't think so at the time. After all, the Glasgow Necropolis is a popular visitor attraction and there are even frequent guided walking tours. An estimated 50,000 burials have taken place at the ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider. If it's a fan oven, my granny suggests pre- heating the oven to 355 degrees Fahrenheit. The first thing you need to do is rub the self-raising flour with the butter. Eggs and some of the milk can be added after mixing the ingredients. I added the raisins and sugar followed by eggs and milk. Mikhaila Friel/InsiderMikhaila in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I spent four months at the University of Millersville in Pennsylvania for an exchange semester in 2016. While there, I got to visit Hershey Chocolate World, where I tried a selection of US Cadbury products and noticed it tasted different from the original British version.Mikhaila Friel/Insider The sold-out voyage to Amsterdam on the Queen Elizabeth ship marked Cunard's first cruise to leave the UK since the pandemic . Cunard is owned by Carnival Cruises in the US and is known as one of Britain's most formal cruise lines.Later, Diana revealed that she'd had doubts throughout her engagement about marrying the prince. As Insider's Mikhaila Friel reported, Diana said in a series of tapes recorded in 1991 that she became doubtful when she discovered Charles had a bracelet made for Camilla Parker-Bowles, now the Duchess of Cornwall.. The princess said that she confessed those doubts to her sisters but that they ...CBS will air an exclusive interview with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their friend, Oprah Winfrey. The network announced Monday it will air "Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A Primetime Special," on Sunday, March 7. HARPO Productions, Winfrey's production company, is producing the special. The special will be Markle's first TV interview since ...Mikhaila Friel photographed in Oslo, Norway, in March 2023, left, and the graveyard where her great-grandfather was buried, right. I traveled from the UK to Norway earlier this year to visit the grave of my great-grandfather. Upon my arrival, I discovered that his gravestone had been removed in 2007 due to damage.The Queen's son Prince Edward has released an official statement following her death. Edward, 58, said the monarch's death "has left an unimaginable void in all our lives."Mikhaila Friel/Insider Taormina is a hillside town that is known for its breathtaking scenery, medieval streets, and tourist attractions including Isola Bella, a nature reserve and small island ...Jul 13, 2022 · Insider's Mikhaila Friel made "granny cake," a recipe that has been passed down to different grandmothers in her family for more than 50 years. INSIDER My grandmother taught me how to make 'granny cake,' which has been a family favorite for more than 50 years and is the easiest recipe I've ever followed The following October, Mikhaila Friel boarded Cunard's Queen Elizabeth ship from the UK for a five-night Western Europe voyage stopping in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, for two nights. Monica's seven-day cruise cost $1,081, or about £788, without gratuities. Mikhaila's five-night cruise cost £628, or around $856 without gratuities.5 American foods I loved when living in the US for 4 months — and 2 things I wouldn't eat or drink again. Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila during a visit to NYC in December 2016, left, and pumpkin pie, right. Mikhaila Friel/Insider, Smith Collection/Getty Images. In 2016, I left my home in Scotland to spend a semester abroad at a university in ...Analysis by Mikhaila Friel. 2022-03-26T09:01:00Z A bookmark. The letter F. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. An curved arrow pointing right. The letter F. Facebook. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email. A stylized bird with an open mouth, tweeting. ...More than 1,200 officers and solders from the Household Division and over 240 horses were part of the parade, according to a palace press release. The Trooping the Colour parade. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. The parade went on for around an hour before Kate Middleton, her children, and Camilla appeared. Insider's Mikhaila Friel visited Luxembourg, the world's wealthiest country, where she got to stay at five-star and luxury hotels.Mikhaila Friel/Insider I traveled alone for the first time on Cunard's Queen Elizabeth cruise ship in October. I met two passengers in their 70s who became my self-proclaimed "surrogate grandmothers."Some British tabloids have received backlash for criticizing Meghan Markle in their birthday tributes to Kate Middleton. The Duchess of Cambridge celebrated her 40th birthday on Sunday and in honor of the milestone event, many outlets published articles celebrating Middleton's legacy. One example is an opinion column by writer Tom Bower that ...Mikhaila Friel is seated for breakfast at "The White Lotus" hotel. I traveled from my home in the UK to spend one night at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel, in Taormina, Sicily, where the second season of "The White Lotus" was filmed. I stayed in a sea-view room with a terrace, which cost $2,248, or around €2,047, for one night and ... Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I was born and raised outside Glasgow, the biggest city in Scotland, UK. I attended university in the city, ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider At the university store, Millersville's logo was plastered on everything, from hoodies and hats to teddy bears and fridge magnets. And while a lot of students wore Millersville hoodies, it was not uncommon to see others wearing merch belonging to a completely different university because it was more well known or because ...Now, she feels 'protective' of the younger generation who followed her lead. The Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, right, with the Duchess of Cambridge. Luxembourg's Grand Duchess joined the royal family when she married the Grand Duke in 1981. HRH told Insider that she paved the way for other royal outsiders, such as Kate Middleton.Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have purchased their first home together in a bid to maintain financial independence from the royal family.; The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have moved from their temporary home in Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, a spokesperson for the couple confirmed to Insider. "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex moved into their family home in July of this year," the spokesperson said.Here are the 7 biggest mistakes I see Americans make when they travel here. Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila Friel at Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I was born and raised in Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, UK. Scotland is beloved by many Americans, and I have met several US-based travelers in my time here.Meghan Markle and Prince Harry won't stop talking about politics after the election — and they shouldn't have to. Discussing politics is said to be against royal protocol, but Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have no plans to stop. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been criticized for encouraging people to vote, even though the Queen has done ...Jun 9, 2022 · A photo of the royal family on the palace balcony taken by a professional photographer, left, and a photo taken from Insider's Mikhaila Friel. Chris Jackson/Getty Images, Mikhaila Friel/Insider. The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, which marked her 70th anniversary as monarch, took place last weekend. Home Travel I went on a cruise where my only friends were in their 70s. I'd recommend the experience to all solo travelers — especially women. Opinion by Mikhaila Friel Mikhaila Friel with Celia Steele (far left) and Janet Russell in Amsterdam. Mikhaila Friel/InsiderPrince Harry has dropped his "Duke of Sussex" and "Prince" titles in his new role as a Chief Impact Officer at BetterUp.. The company's CEO Alexi Robichaux told Reuters that the royal — who has been in the role for a couple of months — likes to be addressed by his first name. "In the workplace, he likes to be called Harry. He's a colleague, he's a partner, and so we address him as Harry ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The Lido buffet restaurant offered afternoon tea every day between 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. during my voyage. Afternoon tea was introduced to the UK in the 1840s as a private social event for ladies before dinner, according to Afternoontea.co.uk.7 moments in the 'The Crown' season 4 that didn't happen in real life. Mikhaila Friel. Emma Corrin plays Princess Diana in the latest season of Netflix's "The Crown." Netflix. The fourth season of "The Crown" dropped on Netflix on Sunday, and the new episodes have left some royal fans Googling what actually happened in real life and what didn't.Mikhaila Friel. Aug 29, 2023, 22:19 IST. Kris Jenner, Doria Ragland, and Kim Kardashian attend the TIAH 5th Anniversary Soiree at Private Residence on August 26, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.I write down my travel plans in a notebook everywhere I go. Yes, it's old-fashioned, but it keeps me calm. Mikhaila Friel. The author is pictured during her travels in Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I used to get anxious and worry about what would happen if I lost my phone while abroad. After traveling solo for two years, my biggest tip is ...Mikhaila Friel took a first-class train from Glasgow, Scotland to London, England in June.Mikhaila Friel/Insider I took a first-class Avanti West Coast train from Glasgow, Scotland to London, England.Mikhaila Friel. January 29, 2023 · 6 min read. 37. 11 American words and phrases I picked up while living in the US, and the Scottish equivalent. Mikhaila Friel photographed in New York City in December 2016. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. In 2016, I left my home in Scotland, UK, to study abroad in Pennsylvania, USA.Mikhaila Friel wearing a raincoat during a visit to the Isle of Skye in the summer of 2018. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. A friend who lives in Texas came to visit me in Glasgow in June. His biggest regret was not packing a rain jacket, and he had to buy one near the end of the trip due to some heavy rainfall we experienced.Mikhaila Friel boarded a high-speed Lumo train service from London to Edinburgh. I took a high-speed electric Lumo train from London to Edinburgh for $64. I thought the four-hour journey was an affordable and environmentally-friendly travel option. There was no first-class carriage, and passengers struggled for space, but it was overall enjoyable.May 30, 2023 · Mikhaila Friel/Insider Back in April, I spent one night at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel , where season two of "The White Lotus" was filmed in Taormina, Sicily. I stayed in a sea-view room with a terrace , which cost $2,248, or around €2,047, for one night and the price included breakfast. Samantha Grindell and Mikhaila Friel. Updated 2023-05-17T14:13:22Z A bookmark. The letter F. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. An curved arrow pointing right. The letter F. Facebook. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email. A stylized bird with an open mouth, tweeting. ...Mikhaila Friel boarded a high-speed Lumo train service from London to Edinburgh. I took a high-speed electric Lumo train from London to Edinburgh for $64. I thought the four-hour journey was an affordable and environmentally-friendly travel option. There was no first-class carriage, and passengers struggled for space, but it was overall enjoyable. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. If it's a fan oven, my granny suggests pre- heating the oven to 355 degrees Fahrenheit. The first thing you need to do is rub the self-raising flour with the butter. Eggs and some of the milk can be added after mixing the ingredients. I added the raisins and sugar followed by eggs and milk. Mikhaila Friel/InsiderThe British cruise line, owned by Carnival, has hidden references to royalty in its $856 Standard Inside [email protected] (Mikhaila Friel,Isobel van Hagen) Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images King Charles III's coronation was held at London's Westminster Abbey on Saturday.Mikhaila Friel was born in Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. She has spent short periods living in the US and London, but in 2020 she returned to Glasgow and now lives in an apartment close ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider My partner and I recently spent an evening on Easdale, a tiny island in Scotland with 60 residents. Easdale is the smallest permanently inhabited island in the Inner ...Mikhaila Friel. May 4, 2023, 17:56 IST. Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) in "Bridgerton." Netflix/YouTube "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" is available now on Netflix.Mike Tindall said he once punched Prince Harry as an experiment to see his bodyguards' reactions. He said it took just a few seconds before he was pinned to the ground, the Daily Mail reported.Mikhaila Friel/Insider In October, I was a passenger on Cunard's Queen Elizabeth, the British cruise line's first ship to leave the UK since the pandemic began. The voyage lasted for five nights, and the ship ported in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, for two days.Insider's Mikhaila Friel spent one night in San Domenico Palace, the hotel where "The White Lotus" was filmed in Sicily.The first 'commoner' queens in Europe paved the way for Kate and Meghan. The first outsiders to marry into European families were Norway's Queen Sonja, who married King Harald in 1968, Sweden's Queen Silvia, who married King Carl XVI Gustaf in 1976, and Maria Teresa, Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, who married the Grand Duke in 1981. Advertisement ...Prince Harry has dropped his "Duke of Sussex" and "Prince" titles in his new role as a Chief Impact Officer at BetterUp.. The company's CEO Alexi Robichaux told Reuters that the royal — who has been in the role for a couple of months — likes to be addressed by his first name. "In the workplace, he likes to be called Harry. He's a colleague, he's a partner, and so we address him as Harry ...Mikhaila and Scott during their anniversary trip in Paris. Mikhaila Friel/Insider In Scotland, there are so many unique hidden gems that could have been plucked out of a romance novel, from the dreamy Inveraray Castle and Loch Fyne in Argyll to the fairy lights on Glasgow's Ashton Lane. Insider's Mikhaila Friel visited Kensington Palace, the royal residence where Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had their first home together.Insider's Mikhaila Friel traveled first-class on an Avanti West Coast train from Glasgow, Scotland, to London, England. I took a first-class Avanti West Coast train from Glasgow, Scotland to London, England. The $257 ticket included access to the first-class loungeMikhaila Friel. Mikhaila Friel is a senior lifestyle reporter at Insider, where she specializes in a variety of beats including travel, royals, style, and personal essays. Foto: Mikhaila Friel/Insider I was intrigued to experience the small community feel that the Outer Hebridean islands are known for. Barra and its neighboring island, Vatersay, were recorded as ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The solar-powered Platinum Jubilee figurine of Queen Elizabeth was the perfect souvenir to bring back to Scotland. It now sits proudly on my grandmother's windowsill.Mikhaila Friel/Insider The stationery included Wendy and Peter's full names and their suite number. The personalized stationery is a perk that I would have enjoyed, but it wasn't offered to guests ...Mikhaila Friel stayed overnight at Le Royal, a five-star hotel in Luxembourg City. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Since Luxembourg is known for its wealth, I was eager to stay at one of the country's five-star hotels in order to get a glimpse of the luxury lifestyle. I spent one night at Hotel Le Royal, a five-star hotel in Luxembourg City that mostly ...Insider's reporters have driven across the US, Scotland, and England. Here are the top items they suggest you pack on your next trip.Mikhaila Friel in the USA. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I was born in Scotland, a small country in the United Kingdom with about 5.4 million residents, according to the National Records of Scotland.. Back in 2016, I spent an exchange semester at Millersville University of Pennsylvania.One of the biggest mistakes people make when getting multiple arm tattoos is failing to plan the design ahead of time, according to Vanessa and Tiffany. "They think because the canvas is larger, more details and a lot of subject matter can be added," Tiffany said, adding that a sleeve can "start to look really cluttered and confusing" if there ...Mikhaila Friel attended college football games while at Millersville. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I've never been a sports fan, but I knew it was a big part of US college culture from watching TV and movies. I went to a college football game and relied on my American friends to explain the rules.Mikhaila and Scott during their anniversary trip in Paris. Mikhaila Friel/Insider In Scotland, there are so many unique hidden gems that could have been plucked out of a romance novel, from the dreamy Inveraray Castle and Loch Fyne in Argyll to the fairy lights on Glasgow's Ashton Lane. Mikhaila is pictured looking onto a white sandy beach in Barra, Scotland.Mikhaila Friel/Insider Barra is a western island in Scotland's Outer Hebrides which is known for its natural beauty.I was intrigued to visit this past weekend after reading that Barra's white sandy beaches have been compared to the Caribbean. The island has been nicknamed "Barrabados" and "Barradise" by locals, according ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider Kunle is a crown prince from the Arugbabuwo ruling house. Unlike the British royals, where there's one family and lots of royals within that family, in Nigeria there are many tribes and many royal families within those tribes. Not all of those tribes have a crown prince — the crown prince is the chosen one who is going ...Permanent jewelry artists share 3 red flags you should never ignore when getting a welded bracelet. Mikhaila Friel. A permanent jewelry artist's bracelets are photographed, left, and the author getting a permanent bracelet, right. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Permanent jewelry has been a major style trend since 2022.Mikhaila Friel/Insider My partner and I recently spent an evening on Easdale, a tiny island in Scotland with 60 residents. Easdale is the smallest permanently inhabited island in the Inner ...Kristin Chenoweth and Josh Bryant tied the knot on Saturday. Chenoweth wore two non-traditional dresses, both featuring oversized pink bows. The bride said she didn't want to wear white and that she "never thought" …Mikhaila and Scott during their anniversary trip in Paris. Mikhaila Friel/Insider In Scotland, there are so many unique hidden gems that could have been plucked out of a romance novel, from the dreamy Inveraray Castle and Loch Fyne in Argyll to the fairy lights on Glasgow's Ashton Lane. 5 things that surprised me when I visited Amsterdam's Red Light District for the first time. Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila at Amsterdam's Red Light District. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Back in October, I visited Amsterdam's Red Light District for the first time. While there, I interviewed a resident of the area and a sex worker, and toured the area.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. One of the most popular trends is matching bracelets. But some people don't spend enough time considering the cost or the person they're …Upon the death of the Queen, Charles immediately was proclaimed the monarch.However, his reign wasn't formalized until his coronation, which took place on Saturday.. In front of millions tuning in from around the world and the roughly 2,200 guests invited to the special ceremony at Westminster Abbey, Charles cemented his place in British royal history.Mikhaila Friel pictured on the ferry to Easdale Island. Mikhaila Friel/Insider Easdale is the smallest permanently inhabited island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, according to its website. The car-free island is located on Scotland's west coast and has 60 residents.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Permanent jewelry has been a major style trend since 2022. There are three red flags you should be aware of when visiting a welded bracelet studio. You should be concerned ...Insider's Mikhaila Friel recommends taking a $25 train from Luxembourg to Belgium for those searching for an easy and cheap way to see more of Europe., covering travel, royals, style. Creator of the Royally Told series, where I interview royals from around the world. Glasgow ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider In April, I visited Sicily, Italy for the first time, and it was an unforgettable experience. I was there for work, but I also managed to squeeze in a couple of vacation days while there; I spent two days in Taormina, a seaside town on the east coast of Sicily, to write a review of San Domenico Palace , the luxury hotel ...The Duchess of Sussex. Gotham/WireImage/Getty Images, Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images. Meghan Markle wore a number of daring looks in 2021. The duchess experimented with a mixture of royal and California style at interviews and engagements. From her floral Oprah dress to her latest red-carpet look, Markle wasn't afraid to take risks.Mikhaila Friel photographed in Brussels, Belgium. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. There was a hoax bomb threat in Brussels, Belgium, when I visited for the first time in March. Even though I was safe, the situation made me more anxious than I had anticipated. It's completely changed my approach to solo city travel.The outfit was created as "an homage to the non-binary flag and celebrating our identities and beauty beyond the heteronormative standard," Clemons-Hopkins' stylist, Jyotisha Bridges, wrote in an Instagram post on Sunday. The star reflected on how they came to identify as non-binary in an essay penned for The Hollywood Reporter in July, writing that they began to identify as queer in college ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider Throughout my voyage, I noticed that there were deck plans inside and around each elevator. The majority of these displayed what was on deck 1 to deck 10 — even though there are 12 decks on the ship. [email protected] (Samantha Grindell,Mikhaila Friel) Queen Elizabeth II died one year ago on September 8, 2022, at Balmoral Castle. To honor the occasion, the royal family released a never ...The street is first introduced in " Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone ," as Hagrid takes Harry there to shop ahead of his first year at Hogwarts. Diagon Alley is located in London. But the real-life inspiration for the street is thought to be Victoria Street in Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. Victoria Street in Edinburgh. Mikhaila Friel ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The hall was used to host grand banquets and state dinners, and today it is used primarily to display military weapons. The British royal family currently don't use Edinburgh Castle to host state dinners and instead use the Queen's official residence in Scotland, Holyrood Palace , located at the opposite side of the Royal ...However, Prince Charles and Camilla were in Jordan for an official royal visit in November, a trip that had previously been scheduled for March 2020, Town and Country reported. The photo shows the family posing at an undisclosed location in color-coordinated outfits. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and George wore matching olive-green clothes …In an interview with Insider's Mikhaila Friel, she touched on what it was like to receive "death threats" after she and Verett announced their relationship back in 2019, saying that some people who have reached out to him described her as the "white devil."Mikhaila and Aimee Friel/Insider Like many twins, this lack of individualism led some people to draw comparisons and pit us against each other. For instance, when I was about 20, two people I thought were friends argued about who they thought was the "prettier twin" right in front of me.Jun 9, 2022 · A photo of the royal family on the palace balcony taken by a professional , Mikhaila Friel with Celia Steele (far left) and Janet Russell in Amsterdam. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I traveled alo, Prince Charles and Prince Harry attend the "Our P, Mikhaila Friel Editor's Pick Its First Year, This Startup Struggled to Get 75 Clients. Five Years Later, They Ha, Mikhaila Friel stayed overnight at Le Royal, a five-star, Mikhaila Friel stayed overnight at Le Royal, a five-star hotel in Luxembourg City. Mikhail, Some of Meghan Markle's former staff members have retracted thei, Advertisement. Kate Middleton wore a $40 sheer skirt as a d, Kate Middleton reportedly played a key role in the response to Harr, The Queen's eldest grandson, Peter Phillips, and his wife Autu, However, Prince Charles and Camilla were in Jordan for , Mikhaila Friel an ihrem Esstisch an Bord von Cunards , Mikhaila Friel/Insider I spent 2 hours at one of the smallest airports, I've been traveling solo for 2 years and there are 3 reasons I'll alwa, Mikhaila Friel/Insider. When we arrived back at the airport, , Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I spent one night at San Domenico Palace, a, The royal family took their annual walk to St Mary, 23 hours ago · [email protected] (Mikhaila Friel) Pos.