The Princess of Wales hugged a well-wisher as she arrived in Italy for her first major overseas trip since announcing her cancer was in remission.
Kate was greeted by cheering crowds in Reggio Emilia as she began a visit with her Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.
She will learn about an innovative approach to early years teaching for children.
As she arrived, she greeted well-wishers who had lined the streets of Piazza Prampolini, hugging and taking a selfie with a fan.