In the image, which according to People was taken two weeks ago in the palace, Princess Charlene and Prince Albert can be seen posing next to their children Prince Jacques and Gabriella.
The royal mother-of-two told local newspaper Monaco Matin she felt so much better than she has in recent years, revealing she felt less pain and much more energy.
The opening of a dance studio and performing arts center and the long-time Christmas celebration will both be held on Dec. 17. The singing of Christmas carols, a Walt Longmire inspired Christmas story by author Craig Johnson, a fireworks show, and a Christmas tree lighting are some of the events on tap for this year.