A Massey University author was surprised to hear Prince George would be getting his book as a memento when his parents visit Cambridge next weekend.

John Key has branded criticism of the release of royal routes as "nonsense", and the man responsible for the remarks "an idiot".

New Zealand officials organising next week's royal visit have rejected reports by British media that publicity for events during the tour gives a "manual for terrorists, nutters and fixated people hoping to harm them". The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their 8-month-old son Prince George will spend 10 days in New Zealand from Monday.

Prime Minister John Key has had his offer of a home-cooked meal at his family home in Auckland's exclusive Parnell turned down by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Public displays of affection by Prince Charles, a possible boycott and a fashionista who prefers Princess Diana "thinner" - barrels of ink documented every detail of the last big royal tour.

Arriving with an entourage of 11 helpers at the reported cost of $1 million a day, is the royal visit worth it?

Meeting the royal family can be as easy as wearing something eye-catching.

It's time to get your flags at the ready, with the route maps for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's New Zealand tour revealed today.

There is no guarantee Prince George will take home a Buzzy Bee, as his father did 30 years ago.

William, the Duke of Cambridge, made his first visit to NZ as a 9-month-old baby. His public outings are the stuff of legend, but less known are the times he met and played with Kiwi kids.

On the eve of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s visit to New Zealand next month, with little Prince George, Jane Phare remembers another much-anticipated April arrival of a young royal couple and their baby, 31 years ago.

New Zealanders expecting specially made souvenirs to commemorate next month's visit by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are likely to be disappointed.

It was more than 30 years ago but Angelique Reweti still vividly remembers the moment she met a young Diana, Princess of Wales.

It's a daunting job planning a party for a Duchess - especially when her parents are in the events' business.

He is the go-to man for anyone wanting to organise official events - and they don't come much bigger than a royal tour.

From a canoe to a calabash, weird and wonderful gifts to the Queen from Commonwealth countries will be going on display.

A luxurious Queenstown lodge has been booked for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to have a romantic royal escape.

When Prince George takes part in his first official public engagement next month, he'll be oblivious to the planning that has gone into the milestone event.

Prime Minister John Key says Prince William's visit with his family to NZ will be "tremendous value for money" despite costing the taxpayer an estimated $1 million.

It is one of the most anticipated arrivals of the year - but Maori royalty have rejected an offer of a visit by Prince William because not enough time was given.

Kensington Palace isn't giving much away, but has confirmed there will be no tiaras on display in April.

It's been confirmed Prince George will be in tow for next month's royal visit to NZ. So just where will Wills, Kate and George be heading?

An Australian official has let slip that Prince George will travel Down Under with his parents William and Kate in April.

The royal put on a particularly awkward display when he indulged in a spot of knife dancing at the start of his three-day tour of the Middle East.

Britain's Prince Charles during the traditional Saudi dancing best known as 'Arda' during the Janadriya culture festival at Der'iya in Riyadh.

The world has a real chance this week to halt the soaring slaughter of African elephants.

Prince Charles has linked the flooding in England's Somerset Levels with climate change.

Prince William and his wife Kate are bound to have a great experience when they travel Down Under later this year, according to the Duchess of Cornwell.

Kate Middleton will undergo a regal makeover supported by the Queen ahead of her tour to NZ.