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Spanish Royal Family Unites at Marivent Reception Under Relaxed Dress Code

The princesses’ first joint appearance underscores the monarchy’s strategy to forge closer ties with Balearic civil society.

Los reyes de España y sus hijas visitan una exposición de Joan Miró en Palma
La princesa Leonor y la infanta Sofía asisten por primera vez a la recepción en Marivent
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A la izquierda, la reina Letizia en 2023. A la derecha, la princesa Leonor en 2025.

Overview

  • Queen Sofía traveled from Madrid to join the reception on short notice, marking her first public appearance alongside the entire active royal family this summer.
  • Organizers welcomed around 600–700 guests from political, cultural, business and sports sectors to the gardens of Palacio de Marivent.
  • MÉS per Mallorca and Unidas Podemos declined their invitations, citing republican convictions in a symbolic protest.
  • Michelin-star chef Andreu Genestra curated a menu of Mallorcan products and regional specialties for the cocktail reception.
  • The following evening, King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía toured a Joan Miró exhibition at La Lonja de Palma to highlight their cultural patronage.