Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have recently come under scrutiny for their travel habits, sparking discussions about sustainability and environmental responsibility.
In a blog post, the couple’s travel project, Travelist, suggested that holidaymakers should consider taking fewer trips, opt for economy class, and pack light in an effort to be more sustainable.
Meanwhile, during a private wedding speech, Meghan jokingly mentioned the couple’s copious amounts of air miles, raising eyebrows among critics.
The Duke of Sussex has previously defended their use of private jets, stating that there are occasions when he needs to prioritize his family’s safety.
The couple faced backlash after taking four private jet journeys in just 11 days, instead of choosing commercial flights.
However, while launching Travelist, Prince Harry acknowledged that no one is perfect and emphasized the need for everyone to do better when it comes to tackling environmental issues.
In another development, Prince Harry has accused the royal family of leaking stories to the media.
However, a media source on Instagram claims that it was actually their friend, polo player Nacho Figueras, who leaked information about their private jet usage.
According to the source, Figueras is using the couple for merging net jets, suggesting they may not have genuine friendships.
In his memoir, Prince Harry expresses gratitude towards various individuals who have supported him throughout his life.
While he doesn’t mention any members of the royal family, he acknowledges his mother’s siblings, Meghan, mother-in-law Doria, and his children Archie and Lilibet.
He also pays tribute to his late mother, Princess Diana.
Prince Harry is known to have many celebrity friends, including Coldplay singer Chris Martin, talk show host Oprah Winfrey, Gavin and Stacey’s James Corden, American actor Tyler Perry (who is also Lily’s godfather), and Argentinian actor Nacho Figueras and his wife Delfina Blackwear.
He appreciates their unwavering friendship and support.
Interestingly, Prince Harry fails to mention some of his other famous friends, such as Beyoncé.
In a recent Netflix docuseries, Meghan received a text from Beyoncé, causing Harry to react in shock and disbelief.
The surprising message praised Meghan for breaking generational curses within the royal family and society.
It’s worth noting that Prince Harry and Meghan met Beyoncé and Jay-Z at the Lion King London premiere in July 2019, where they discussed their children.
The rapper offered Harry advice, saying, “The best advice I can give you is always find time for yourself.”
Beyoncé and Jay-Z even featured a portrait of Meghan in one of their music videos, replacing the Mona Lisa.
Another notable omission from Prince Harry’s gratitude list is his longtime friends David and Victoria Beckham.
David Beckham has always been close to Harry and his brother, the future king.
In a 2012 interview, Beckham described their relationship as normal and easygoing.
Both David and Victoria attended Harry and Meghan’s wedding.
Overall, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s travel choices continue to generate controversy, with concerns about sustainability and environmental impact.
As they navigate their new lives outside the royal family, they rely on the support of their celebrity friends while also facing criticism for their associations.