Earl of Rum (Grand Duke Eric I of Elsanor) Announces State Visit Plans

March 12, 2008
-- Elsanor

Representing Elsanor, the Grand Duke Eric (who is also, in the Dominion Peerage, the Earl of Rum) regularly makes official visits in Elsanor and abroad. He also receives heads of state and other foreign guests on official visits to Grand Duchy of Elsanor. This is one way in which he represents the Realm.

On March 20th, 2008, His Serene Highness will depart Elsanor for his second foreign visit of the year. His Serene Highness will fly out of New York and arrive in Paris, France on the 21st for a two day break before flying on to Venice, Italy. Once in Venice, the Grand Duke will travel overland via rail and bus to Slovenia. From there, he will embark on a 12 day cross country tour of Slovenia and Croatia.

His Serene Highness, the Grand Duke of Elasanor, Earl of Rum and of Traquair, will visit such antiquated and culturally-infused cities as Bled, Slovenia; Zagreb, Postojna, Lipica, Opatija, Split, Dubrovnik, and Korcula, Croatia.

While abroad, HSH, the Grand Duke will meet with locals, enjoy cultural and technical aspects of the two states, and observe local official's tending their daily duties.

HSH Grand Duke Eric I will return the 3rd of April. During his travel abroad, Vice Admiral, Lord Aubrey, Duke of Pierce will serve as administrator of Elsanor's daily affairs.