Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have kicked off their Australia trip with a series of high-profile appearances, but the reaction to their tour may not be entirely positive. Publicly, the couple appears to be embracing the moment, taking part in engagements, and connecting with local communities.
Behind the scenes, however, sources suggest there may be questions about how the visit is being executed. As one insider claims, the Palace’s response, or lack of one, may be the most telling aspect of all.
Palace ‘isn’t worried’ about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Australia trip, per source
Despite the attention surrounding the Sussexes’ Australia visit, a source claims the royal family is not concerned about the couple’s activities. “They’re not worried at all,” an insider allegedly told Rob Shuter’s “Naughty But Nice.” In fact, the same source went further, claiming the tour is being perceived as somewhat unpolished. “If anything, they think it looks a little sloppy — like it’s being run by amateurs,” the insider added.
On the ground in Australia, the couple appeared upbeat and engaged. They reportedly visited a children’s hospital, spent time with families, and helped serve meals at a women’s shelter. According to another insider, “they were beaming,” and seemed to view the trip as a “reset.”
For Meghan, the visit is also said to include both a more personal and a more professional element. She is reportedly headlining a lifestyle-focused retreat where attendees pay premium prices for access to curated wellness experiences. Former royal butler Grant Harrold told Page Six that such ventures align with her growing lifestyle brand. He also noted that the royal family is unlikely to object, and suggested they may prefer this direction over more controversial “tell-all” projects.
Meanwhile, Shuter’s source claimed there is confusion around what the visit represents. Because it is privately funded and not connected to an official royal role, some observers reportedly see it as lacking structure. “It feels a bit thrown together… more like a brand tour,” the source said.
Ultimately, insiders claim the Palace’s silence may be the clearest message. “If this was a threat, the palace would react,” one source shared. “The fact they’re not tells you everything.”
