Jessica Reid | 12 September 2022
Queen Elizabeth II's life in travel: in pictures
Visiting more than 120 countries in her 96 years, Queen Elizabeth II was one of the world's most iconic travellers...
Visiting more than 120 countries in her 96 years, Queen Elizabeth II was one of the world's most iconic travellers...
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh in Malta, 1954 (Alamy)
Recently after her coronation, Queen Elizabeth II visited Malta in 1954, previously her home for two years while the Duke of Edinburgh was stationed there. In this picture she is being welcomed by thousands of children on the Floriana Granaries.
At Balmoral Castle, Scotland (Alamy)
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh celebrate their Silver Wedding Anniversary in 1972 at what was considered their favourite holiday home, Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
On safari in Zambia (Alamy)
During an official visit to Zambia in 1979, Her Majesty went on a safari with the Duke of Edinburgh. Here, she is peeping wildlife through her binoculars in Luangwa National Park.
Arriving in Papua New Guinea (Alamy)
Her Majesty and Prince Philip arriving at Port Moresby Airport in Papua New Guinea in 1982.
At Yosemite National Park, California (Alamy)
The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh standing at Inspiration Point in Yosemite National Park, California in 1983.
The Queen in South Africa (Alamy)
The Queen visiting Montebello Design Centre to speak to the craft-making locals during her visit to Cape Town, South Africa in 1995.
Meeting the locals in Trinidad (Alamy)
On her third and final visit to Trinidad and Tobago in 2009, Her Majesty spoke with the local children who were dressed in traditional carnival costume.
Visiting Ottawa, Canada (Alamy)
Canada was the Queen's most-visited country, travelling there more than 22 times and last visiting in 2010. Here, she is accompanied by Prince Philip while being cheered by crowds in Ottawa on Canada Day.
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