Inside Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Private Family Vacation They Kept Hidden for Over a Year 

Published 01/09/2025, 3:09 AM EST

It is no secret that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry crave privacy. The couple, who have always expressed their frustration with constant media attention, are doing their best to protect their low-key life in Montecito. As a result, there are many moments about the Sussexes that go unnoticed. Recently, one such surprising revelation came to light with reports of a secret trip—one they had kept hidden for over a year.

Here is everything to know about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s 2023 family getaway.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s secret beach family vacation

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, along with their royal duties, occasionally enjoy quiet family vacations. Last year, after the 2023 Invictus Games in Germany, they reportedly took a scenic trip to Portugal and later snuck off to a tranquil Caribbean getaway in October, following their World Mental Health Day event in NYC. While these trips were in the public knowledge, nobody knew that the Sussexes had also visited Costa Rica with their kids in December 2023, according to local media reports from CRHoy.

The Sussex family spent nearly a week under the sun on Costa Rica’s stunning beaches and explored its lush rainforests. They were spotted unwinding at the picturesque Playa Carrillo and the nearby Guanacaste province beaches as well, known for their gorgeous sands and world-class resorts. This revelation came shortly after reports about the Sussexes’ Montecito home being under threat from wildfires surfaced.

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With the LA wildfires, the Duke and Duchess’ $14 million property is facing some serious risks, sparking talk of an impending evacuation.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who found solace in their palatial mansion in Montecito after stepping down from royal duties in January 2020, could soon be seen packing up again. Power companies have issued warnings about possible power shut-offs in that area, raising concerns about the royal family needing to move to safer ground with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

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A spokesperson for a major California power provider recently stated that the Sussexes’ home is in a "high fire risk” area. The closest blaze to their property is currently burning through Malibu. With these risks escalating, the Sussexes may need to plan another family trip until the situation improves.

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Hriddhi Maitra

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Hriddhi Maitra is a Hollywood News reporter at Netflix Junkie. An enthusiastic movie buff, Hriddhi found her true calling when she worked as a Cinema Content Writer at My Cinema Story while analyzing movies objectively, and offering constructive feedback. Coming from a background where she worked in different niches like finance, food, travel, medicines, automobile, and entertainment, we can safely say she is a jack of all trades.

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