Their trip began with a royal welcome reception featuring a 41-gun salute.

They were received by the lateQueen Elizabeth II, whose warm relationship with the Obamasis well documented.

In fact, President Obama reportedlykept the Queen up past her bedtimeduring the state banquet later that evening.

Barack and Michelle Obama chatting with Prince William and Kate Middleton

It is considered to be the most lavish accommodation available at Buckingham Palace.

President Obama and Michelle Obama with Prince William