After four thrilling days across the pond, King Charles and Queen Camilla wrapped up their much-awaited state visit to the United States. The royal duo's itinerary was packed with engagements in Washington, D.C., where they spent time with President Trump, before jetting off to New York and Virginia for more events.
As the whirlwind tour came to a close on Thursday evening, King Charles headed off to Bermuda for more royal duties, while Queen Camilla made her way back to the UK. Her casual airport appearance had onlookers doing double takes – she strolled through the terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport, surrounded by her security team, dressed in the same chic blue outfit she wore to bid farewell to the Trumps.
“Just the Queen casually walking past me at the airport,” shared a fellow traveler on Instagram, capturing the moment that quickly went viral.
Camilla's relaxed demeanor starkly contrasted with King Charles's grand departure. He took off from Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, with all the pomp and ceremony – including an honor guard and a musical send-off from the US Air Force Band. Meanwhile, Camilla's departure was as fuss-free as it gets, drawing admiration from those who appreciated her "unruffled and relaxed" vibe.
Throughout the visit, Queen Camilla received plenty of attention and kind words from President Trump, who expressed his admiration outside the White House. As the royal couple prepared to leave, the Trumps exchanged pleasantries with Charles and Camilla, marking the end of their American adventure.
According to lip reader Jeremy Freeman, President Trump was heard saying, “It's been good. It's been important. Look at everybody,” before turning to Camilla and adding, “I don't know how she does it, she's amazing.”
Queen Camilla's understated airport exit and her composed demeanor throughout the visit won her additional fans, proving that sometimes less really is more.