Why Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis open Christmas presents a day early

Christmas Day festivities begin before King Charles leads the royals to church.

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The Prince and Princess of Wales' three children, for example, will be delighted for Christmas Eve.

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Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis will open some items on 24 December, when the royals usually exchange gifts.

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The King's German background explains it. Germans give gifts on Christmas Eve. It's also Christmas tree decorating day.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's friend posts tearful photo of royal

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Christmas cards for the royal family in 2022 from across the globe

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