Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Reportedly Opting For Summer Bonding Amid A Stressful 2025

Meghan Markle and her family are embracing summer as a happy bunch!

The Duchess of Sussex reportedly has plans for a fully packed summer for Prince Harry and the kids to catch up on lost time due to various assignments and trips before the summer.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's marriage has been rumored to be on shaky grounds due to their rare public appearances since relocating to the United States in 2020.

The royal couple has just one plan for this summer- to have loads of fun in the sun! The couple sees this summer as a way to lift their spirits amid recent stresses. An insider revealed that Meghan is spearheading the arrangements for various getaways. 

They are reportedly considering a trip to Napa for wine tastings and a visit to Big Sur, as well as other parts of Northern California, with their children. Meghan also has plans to visit a close friend in Colorado, and she and Harry are also discussing a potential trip to Canada for their holiday.

The Sussexes have also extended warm invitations to visit their close friends, David Foster and Katherine McPhee, to join them on their adventure.

Another option for escaping to cottage country north of Toronto is on their itinerary. The couple will enjoy quality time with friends who own large properties on Lake Muskoka.

Per In Touch, Meghan is currently focused on supporting Harry and assuring him that he has everything he needs in their family life in America.

Apart from spending time with their close friends, they have committed to a summer dedicated to bonding as a family, especially after "a hectic time for both of them."

Well, there is one place where the summer train is not taking the couple, and that is the United Kingdom. Following Prince Harry's loss at the appeal for the U.K. to reinstate his security, he made a painful but necessary decision to stay away from the country indefinitely.

In his interview with the BBC after the verdict, Prince Harry spoke candidly about the disagreements and differences between him and the royal family. He emphasized that for the past five years, the issue of his safety has become a crucial point of contention. 

Despite the chaos surrounding their relationship, Harry expressed his initial belief that he could rely on his family for protection. However, he revealed his disappointment when they not only removed his security in the U.K. but also implied to governments worldwide that they should not offer him protection.

Harry also noted that the verdict has left a lasting impact on his family and their relationship. According to him, he does not envision a world where he would bring his wife and children back to his country despite the overwhelming love he has for the United Kingdom.

In April, The Blast shared that Meghan and Prince Harry caused controversy with their conduct when they attended a summit in New York City, where an awkward moment caught the attention of onlookers. 

On their arrival, Harry reportedly reached out his hand to hold Meghan's as they exited their vehicle, but she seemingly ignored his gesture. A body language expert noted that while Harry appeared to be in the role of the "spare," Meghan seemed to take the lead in the situation.

As they stepped out, Meghan focused on greeting a woman waiting for her, leaving Harry to adjust his attire and watch the interaction. The source added that the mystery woman appeared to be Meghan's assistant, which explained why they were engrossed in the discourse.

As Meghan and her alleged assistant rounded up their conversation, the entrepreneur reportedly led the way into the event, allowing Harry to fall behind her.

As noted by The Blast, royal author Tom Bower shared in his book that Prince Harry and Meghan's marriage did not receive an immediate nod of approval from his late mom, Princess Diana's family.

Since his mother was not alive to witness his marriage to the love of his life, he turned to his mother's family to arrange the introduction in 2017. Diana's siblings, especially Charles Spencer, voiced their reservations about their marriage plans, as he urged Harry to take his time.

Diana, known for her warmth and compassion, shared a close bond with her younger brother, Charles Spencer, and her two older sisters, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Lady Jane Fellowes.

In a BBC interview that year, Harry expressed that he believed his mother would have been thrilled about his relationship with Meghan. He suggested that Diana would have likely become best friends with Meghan.

However, Bower noted that Harry was disappointed that Diana's family did not see the same similarities between her and Meghan. They felt that Meghan would struggle to fit into the Royal Family, a sentiment that left Harry feeling uneasy.

Charles's advice to Harry about taking time elicited a strong reaction from Harry, who later reflected on how challenging it would be to establish Meghan's place within the family.

Against all odds, the royal wedding between Harry and Meghan eventually happened in 2018. However, a royal insider, Tom Quinn, revealed in his tell-all book "Yes Ma'am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants" that Harry fell short of some of Meghan's financial expectations.

The Blast reported that Quinn explained in his book that the entrepreneur did not expect her new husband to be a double-digit millionaire, given his status as the brother of the future king of England.

At the time, the prince was reportedly worth £20 million, and her realization led to a period of deep introspection within the Duchess of Sussex.

The mother of two was also stunned by her new living condition, which saw her move into the humble Nottingham Cottage at Kensington Palace with no standby staff to attend to her needs.