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Martha Louise and Durek wave as they board their boat party© Shutterstock

Princess Martha Louise and Durek Verrett joined by royal family and close friends on day two of wedding celebrations

King Harald's daughter and the sixth-generation shaman are enjoying day two of their wedding celebrations

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Deputy Lifestyle Editor
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Updated: August 30, 2024
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Multi-day weddings have become the new trend for modern brides and grooms, including Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and her fiancé shaman Durek Verrett.

The couple kicked off their three-day wedding celebrations on Thursday with a "sexy and cool" themed welcome drinks reception at Hotel 1904 in Alesund.

Now, the momentum has continued as guests boarded a boat for celebrations along the Geiranger Fjord, a Unesco World Heritage Site famed for its beautiful waters and dramatic surrounding mountains. 

WATCH: Excited Martha Louise and Durek arrive in Geiranger for wedding

Opening up about the meaningful location on Instagram last year, King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway's daughter wrote: "We are incredibly happy to be able to celebrate our love in Geiranger’s beautiful surroundings. It means a lot to us to gather our loved ones in a place so rich in history and intense nature experiences. Geiranger is the perfect place to embrace our love."

See all the photos of Märtha Louise and Durek as they were joined by guests on day two of their celebrations... 

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Martha Louise and Durek arrive for boat party© Shutterstock

All smiles

The bride and groom to-be were all smiles as they arrived to board the boat party with their closest friends and family, including Martha Louise's brother and sister-in-law, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. 

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Princess Martha Louise, Derek Verrett attending a trip on a boat from Alesund to Geiranger© Shutterstock

Stylish couple

Märtha Louise looked chic in a hot pink blouse with keyhole detailing, teamed with a long black leather skirt and matching jacket. She wore her brunette locks styled in loose waves. 

Meanwhile, Durek opted for a brown embroidered knit and matching chinos. 


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Durek Verrett blows a kiss from boat while Martha Louise waves© Shutterstock

On board

Märtha Louise smiled and waved at well-wishers, as Durek sweetly blew kisses. 

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Crown Princess Mette-Marit at boat party© Shutterstock

Crown Princess Mette-Marit

Märtha Louise's sister-in-law, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was among the guests on board the boat party.

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Mette-Marit, who is married to Märtha Louise's younger brother, opted for a casual ensemble for the occasion.© Shutterstock

Family celebration

Crown Princess Mette-Marit was joined by her family, including youngest son, Prince Sverre Magnus, 18. 

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Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien© Shutterstock

Dutch royals

Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien of The Netherlands joined the bride and groom for day two of their wedding celebrations. Prince Constantijn, who is the brother of King Willem-Alexander, sported a pale blue shirt with sage green trousers and a matching coat. Princess Laurentien looked efforlessly cool in a white blouse, high-waisted red leather trousers and a matching coat with blouson-style sleeves. She accessorised with a pair of statement neon yellow earrings. 

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Prince Sverre Magnus, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit© Alamy

Norwegian royals

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit and their children, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, posed for photographs together before boarding the boat. 

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Prince Sverre Magnus was joined by his reported girlfriend© Alamy

New couple?

Prince Sverre, 18, was joined by his reported girlfriend, according to local media. The Prince graduated from Elvebakken Upper Secondary School in Oslo back in June. 



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Princess Ingrid Alexandra arrives at the boats that will transport them to the wedding celebration in Geirange© Alamy

Future queen

Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 20, cut a cool figure in a chambray trench coat and sported a friendship bracelet around her wrist. She is currently second in line to the Norwegian throne behind her father, Crown Prince Haakon.


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Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Crown Princess Mette-Marit on board boat party© Alamy

Mother and daughter

Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Princess Ingrid Alexandra were seated next to one another as the boat departed on its cruise. And Mette-Marit enjoyed a spot of crocheting on board! 

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Princess Astrid, Mrs. Ferner © Alamy

Princess Astrid

Märtha Louise's aunt, Princess Astrid, Mrs. Ferner, 92, joined the festivities. She is the older sister of King Harald. 


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Princess Martha Louise and Durek Verrett and guests on their way to the wedding celebration in Geiranger© Alamy

A toast

Märtha Louise and Durek raised a toast with their guests on board as they took in the stunning setting. 

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King Harald and Queen Sonja on board the Royal Yacht wave to the boats carrying wedding guests from Alesund to Geiranger© Alamy

King Harald and Queen Sonja

The bride's parents, King Harald and Queen Sonja, appeared on the top deck of the Royal Yacht, to wave to their daughter, their future son-in-law and their guests as they passed by.

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The Royal Yacht passed Martha Louise, Durek and their guests on their boat party© Alamy

On their way

The Royal Yacht sailed passed Märtha Louise, Durek and their guests on their boat. 

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Princess Martha Louise of Norway and her future husband Durek Verrett arrive in Geiranger© Getty

Arriving in Geiranger

The couple were pictured as they disembarked from the boat party at Geiranger harbour. 

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Princess Martha Louise of Norway and her future husband Durek Verrett arrive in Geiranger© Getty

Wedding eve

The excited couple waved as they were driven with Märtha Louise's daughters to their wedding venue, Hotel Union. The bride and groom will host their guests at a Latin American-themed pre-wedding party on Friday evening. 

Wedding celebrations

Martha Louise of Norway and shaman Durek Verrett pose for exclusive pre-wedding shoot with HELLO!
Märtha Louise of Norway and Durek Verrett pose for exclusive pre-wedding shoot with HELLO!

When guests arrive at their destination of Geiranger village, they will have a chance to freshen up ahead of the evening festivities at the historic Hotel Union – Martha and Durek's wedding venue. 

The four-star hotel boasts a spa, three restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, its own nightclub and even a vintage car museum. 

On Friday night, Märtha Louise and Durek will throw a Latin American-themed pre-wedding party which will likely see the loved-up couple and their guests – including the bride's brother Crown Prince Haakon, his wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and Märtha’s three daughters, Maud, Leah, and Emma – dance the night away. Stay tuned for more exclusive footage of the evening celebrations. 

Members of the Norwegian royal family and their 350 guests will gather at the hotel on Saturday 31 August to witness Märtha Louise and Durek's special union.

"It feels amazing to be marrying Durek and I'm so happy the day is almost here. The surroundings are gorgeous – it's one of the most beautiful places I know," said Märtha Louise as she opened up to HELLO! about her impending wedding at the Edvard Munch hotel near Oslo ahead of the festivities.

"Even if there are a few glitches, we can still gaze at the stunning scenery," she added.

Overcoming hurdles

Martha Louise of Norway and shaman Durek Verrett pose for exclusive pre-wedding shoot with HELLO!
The shaman had three proposals in mind before he popped the question in 2022

Märtha Louise,  who is fourth in line to the Norwegian throne, and Durek, who describes himself as a sixth-generation shaman, confirmed their romance in May 2019. They bonded over their shared spirituality when a mutual friend, Hollywood health and wellness guru Millana Snow, suggested they meet in 2018.

After a six-month "platonic" friendship, their relationship turned romantic and they announced their engagement in June 2022 following Durek's three thwarted proposal plans

However, their love story hasn't been smooth sailing, with the couple's alternative beliefs leading to challenges – including Märtha Louise's decision to step back from royal duties in 2022.

Norwegian royal family© Getty
Martha Louise stepped back from royal duties in 2022

"It’s a bit challenging for people to see something new, to evolve past their comfort zones. We try to understand where people are and find ways to bring about more education, so people can start to see things differently and be comfortable with change. It requires a lot of compassion. It requires a lot of love, a lot of patience," Durek explained.

"Märtha once said something really beautiful – just because people have their judgements and their beliefs, that just shows where they’re at in their capacity for love. It doesn’t mean we should change our capacity for love because we see differently."

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Martha Louise of Norway and shaman Durek Verrett pose for exclusive pre-wedding shoot with HELLO!

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