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Prince Harry and Meghan made a discreet arrival in Melbourne, landing on a Qantas commercial flight at 6 a.m. The duo managed to leave the airport without attracting attention, maintaining a private and understated presence.
Such was their low profile that even some fellow travelers were taken aback when they noticed the couple stepping off the plane. “We only realized it was them once we disembarked,” a passenger shared with Today.
“They exited the aircraft quite swiftly,” remarked another traveler, highlighting the couple’s efforts to keep a low-key presence.
Despite their quiet demeanor, a few fortunate passengers were able to engage in conversation with the former royals during the lengthy 15-hour journey.
However some lucky passengers did enjoy a chat with Harry and Meghan during the 15-hour flight.
One woman said she spoke to the Sussexes “about their children” and heard a little about their whirlwind Australian itinerary.
“They were super friendly around the toilet areas,” another added.
This is the first time Prince Harry and Meghan have returned to Australia since their royal exit in 2020.
It’s also their first visit since their one and only official royal tour Down Under in 2018.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will make appearances in Melbourne and Sydney, where Meghan is scheduled to appear at the Her Best Life Retreat this weekend.
The exclusive event is co-hosted by Gemma O’Neill, host of the Her Best Life podcast and manager to radio star Jackie O Henderson. Tickets started $2699.
It’s one of several ticketed events Harry and Meghan plan to attend on their private trip to Australia, which is not to be confused with an official royal tour.
When the duo stepped down from their roles as senior working royals they gave up the right to represent the monarch (then Queen Elizabeth II, now King Charles III) abroad or carry out official royal duties on their behalf.
Harry and Meghan also lost access to royal funding and maintain their visit to Australia will be self-funded.
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