Duchess Meghan of Sussex has recently revealed plans to visit Australia in April alongside Prince Harry. The couple is set to engage in several private business and charitable events during their stay, which has already attracted considerable attention and criticism from various quarters. The controversy surrounding their trip appears intensified by the nature of their engagements, which seem to blend personal endeavors with public appearances.

Part of the trip will feature Meghan's involvement in a three-day wellness retreat held at a beachfront hotel in Sydney. Marketed as the ideal girls' weekend, the event offers high-priced tickets, with general admission costing approximately 2,700 Australian dollars (around 1,600 euros). VIP attendees can pay nearly 2,000 euros for a package that includes a gift bag, a group photo opportunity with Meghan, and front-row seating at the gala dinner, where Meghan will also appear.

The announcement of this event has triggered furious reactions among the public and media, raising questions about the appropriateness and timing of such an extravagant retreat amidst broader concerns regarding the royal couple's role and image. The retreat will include other speakers, with attendees receiving accommodations, meals, and access to wellness activities as part of their tickets, making it a comprehensive retreat experience for those willing to pay the steep prices.