Prince William, Kate Middleton April Fool's Day Pranks Trick New Zealand and CA Residents
Prince William, Prince George, and Duchess Kate were used in a practical April Fool's Day joke in New Zealand and Australia. The joke involved the countries getting ready for the royal visit and caused a bit of a fiasco for those preparing for royalty.
"Wills and Kate expressed a desire to see New Zealand like the locals do," InterCity bus company quoted "royal insider Harold Jest" as saying. "This way they'll be able to observe the lovely scenery from an elevated view and partake in some good old-fashioned banter with our Kiwi friends."
The company went on to say that La-Z-Boy recliners would be installed on one of the buses so as to make William and Kate more comfortable, and a luxury baby seat would be specially installed for George. Pop icon Lorde would accompany the royals and perform her hit single, "Royals" as part of the tour. Groupon even got in on the joke and offered customers the opportunity to meet the royal family.
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"Insider perks include a professional photo holding the Royal Baby himself," the website stated.
Of course, that was a dead giveaway that it was all a prank, as George will be staying with his nanny and be heavily protected and guarded throughout the entire trip. Will and Kate will be incredibly busy during the three-week long tour of New Zealand and Australia.
Another April Fool's joke included the announcement that Will and Kate would be vacationing in Borrego Springs, Calif.
"We are honored to welcome Prince William and Kate Middleton to Anza-Borrego, as they take time during their California vacation to enjoy a short desert hike with ABDNHA. This unique event offers an exceptionally rare opportunity to be a part of a very small group that will experience Anza-Borrego with both the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. For security reasons, the hike location cannot be announced until the time of departure," the ad that ran in the "Sandpaper" newsletter said.
"Meet at the ABDNHA Library at 9 a.m. and then drive as a group to a spot to await the Royal helicopter. This April 1 activity is expected to fill quickly. Bring water, sun hat, and good hiking shoes. No charge; call to reserve," it added.
People did call-- so many that the phone was ringing off the hook, according to a volunteer at the organization.
"It's been a funny, funny thing. The phone was ringing off the hook. It was a riot how many people believed it," Ann told The San Diego Union-Tribune. "There are a lot of people who work on the newsletter and none of them have taken credit yet," she added.
