After a whirlwind year, the royal family is in preparation for the holiday season.

Despite her health troubles, Elizabeth has not altered her plans to have the family gather on Christmas.

Back in the ’60s, the family gathered at Windsor Castle, where they spend Easter.

Queen Elizabeth looking up

Gifts are exchanged on Christmas Eve as well, following tea.

Christmas morning boasts a proper English breakfast.

One Christmas tree is never enough.

Queen Elizabeth in front of a Christmas tree

In fact, the royals have a plethora of tannenbaums spread throughout their properties.

After such a tumultuous year, Christmas together sounds like the “perfect tonic” indeed.