Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, is slated to be a special guest at a "Girl's Weekend" retreat in Sydney, Australia, scheduled for April 17-19. The event, organized in conjunction with the 'Her Best Life' podcast, will feature a gala dinner where the Duchess will participate in a conversation. This appearance forms part of her and Prince Harry's broader visit to Australia, which marks their first trip to the country in over seven years.
The retreat, described as an opportunity for women to "reconnect, recharge and have some serious fun," is not a budget affair. Ticket prices start at $2,600 for early birds, escalating to $3,199 for a VIP experience. The podcast hosts, Jackie Henderson and Gemma O'Neill, have expressed considerable admiration for Meghan, with O'Neill citing a mutual friend, consultant Markus Anderson, as a connection.
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"I am, like, beside myself about, because I have admired this woman, and what she has endured, how she's risen above it, and how she has demonstrated, how a woman can be pushed down and she can still rise, and that person is Meghan, Duchess of Sussex," O'Neill stated.
The co-hosts claim Meghan's participation stems from a genuine appreciation for their community's focus on female growth and mutual support. This event comes as Meghan and Prince Harry are undertaking a series of private, business, and philanthropic engagements during their Australian tour.
Details of Meghan's specific role at the retreat, beyond the gala dinner, include possibilities such as a group table photo and an exclusive VIP goodie bag. While Prince Harry is expected to accompany Meghan on the broader Australian tour, he will not be attending this particular event. The retreat will be held at the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach.
This engagement follows past ventures by Meghan into lifestyle content, including her 'With Love, Meghan' show, which ran for two seasons and a Christmas special but reportedly did not achieve significant audience traction. The couple's visit is scheduled for mid-April.
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