Express.co.uk spoke to Anne Chertoff, Chief Operating Officer of Beaumont Etiquette which runs a Duchess-themed etiquette course.
Chertoff shared her insight into Prince William and Kate s travels - can they do what they like when out of the public eye?
While the royal pair are obviously afforded a level of privacy on these trips, the reality, said the etiquette expert, is that they actually have very little time to themselves.
In short, there is not much opportunity to break away from the strict schedule.
Kate Middleton has certain rules she has to follow when on state visits (Image: Getty Images)
It s important she exits the aircraft displaying the correct etiquette.
The royals, particularly the women, must keep their chin level to the stairs as they leave the aircraft.
This etiquette rule means the woman in question not only has good posture but also allows them to appear engaged with what is in front of them.
Kate Middleton: It s understood some guidelines only apply to the female members of the clan (Image: Getty Images)
Kate Middleton: There is one rule the Duchess has to follow when travelling by plane (Image: Getty Images)
However, they are permitted to hold onto the rail to steady themselves.
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The Sun on Saturday, January 2. “From what I am told, the rift is not a lot better at the moment they are not talking a lot,” he added.
Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton. James Whatling/MEGA
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