India, April 21 -- Kate Middelton and Prince William have "ducked out" of royal tradition for the second year in a row, missing the key Easter Sunday service in Windsor and choosing to spend the Easter weekend in Norfolk instead. Their decision was reportedly approved by King Charles. A royal expert has claimed the couple's absence from Easter service was "not a snub."

William and Kate staying away from the tradition meant they could spend quality time with their children - Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis - before they return to school. Various other members of the royal family joined Charles and Queen Camilla in Windsor, including Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, and also Princess Eugenie and Princess Bea...