With the eyes of many thousands, if not millions, upon them when they marry, it s no wonder that royal couples often head straight off for a restful break. Here, then, are their colourful destinations.
Jaime Del Burgo, 53, who is based in the UK, contributed to a tell-all book last month about the royal mother-of-two, in which he said he and Letizia were partners before he wed her sister.
In the past few months alone, European monarchies have been shaken by scandalous claims of affairs - with some choosing to ignore the rumours, while others publicly denied infidelity.