Princess Leonor is about to embark on an exciting six-month adventure across several countries aboard the legendary ship Juan Sebastián Elcano.
For the daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia, accustomed to the comforts of life in the monarchy, this experience could be a real challenge.
Since the Spanish press began leaking details about life on board, curiosity has arisen about how the heiress will adapt to this environment, far from the opulence she is used to.
Challenges for Princess Leonor on the Juan Sebastián Elcano
These are some of the challenges the princess might face during her journey:
1. Going up and down stairs
One of the first obstacles for Princess Leonor could be descending the ship’s stairs, which are many and require quite a bit of skill.
According to Lecturas magazine, as reported by Royal Family News, precision is key to avoiding trips, and techniques such as descending backwards are suggested in case she feels a bit of vertigo.
2. Cabin space
The beds on the ship are arranged in rows of triple bunks, which means the princess and her companions will have to be very practical when it comes to organizing their belongings.
Each small space has its own curtain for a bit of privacy, but there isn’t much room for anything beyond the basics. So, goodbye to the life of luxury, at least temporarily.
3. Shared bathrooms
A few steps from their bunks are the communal bathrooms, which Leonor will have to share with two other companions. This is common given that of the 76 students making up the crew, only nine are women. This forced coexistence will surely be an exercise in patience and camaraderie.
4. A varied menu
As for food, she will likely adapt easily. The princess and her companions will enjoy a varied menu that, according to a crew member, is comparable to what they would enjoy in a regular home. So, despite being at sea, variety will be a constant in their meals.
5. Height on the horizon
But the real physical challenge awaiting Princess Leonor involves activities on deck, including climbing the masts, which reach approximately 164.04 feet in height (about fifty meters).
Although nowadays the use of safety harnesses makes this task less risky than in the past, it remains a considerable challenge. If she manages to complete this maneuver, it will undoubtedly be one of the most memorable images of her adventure.
It’s clear that this ship voyage represents a great challenge for Princess Leonor, an experience that will take her away from her comfortable world and lead her to face unexpected challenges.
It will be fascinating to see how she handles these challenges on her path toward personal growth and her future responsibility as a future queen.