THEPrince William, Duke of Cambridge at the time, knew its controls well, having flown it for years in the rescue services of the Royal Air Force. But now the helicopter Sea Kingwhich was once also part of the Royal Navy, the British Navy, was retired together with another aircraft (used during the Falklands War, in 1982) and transformed into a glamping Royal very popular with young and old.
Prince William at the controls of the Sea King helicopter in March 2011 (Getty Images)
All on Prince William’s Royal Helicopter
The helicopter William once flew It offers enough space for two adults and three children and is located in Pinewood Park, an area located three kilometers from the center of the coastal town of Scarborough in the east of England. The minimum booking is for two nights, at a cost of 159 pounds (about 178 euros) per night, at www.hostunusual.com. But be careful: you need to bring sheets and blankets with you.
Prince William’s pod Royal
Thermally insulated and heated, the interiors of the two rescue helicopters transformed into luxury pods immediately offer a surprise: they are very spacious and have been carefully furnished in a Nordic style, with a rustic but efficient elegance, wooden floors, plants and colorful accessories. Children, who stay free at any time of the year, enjoy a play area and bunk beds.
Helicopters transformed into luxury pods in Scarborough, England (Karma Press)
The interior of the Sea King (Karma Press)
A vacation that Prince George would love
Fishing, bowling, boat trips steamboatthe classic English steamers: the many activities offered in the area by the Royal glamping experience would certainly appeal to little George, 9, Charlotte, 7, and Louis, 4. Who above all, however, would prefer one in particular…
The children’s section of the Sea King helicopter once flown by William (Karma Press)
During the recent renovation, The dashboard of the helicopter has not undergone changes and appears in its original layout. Nothing better, therefore, for the little ones than sitting at the controls and playing at being the pilot.
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