Meghan Markle attended the "Her Best Life" women's weekend retreat in Sydney, Australia, during a tour in April 2024 [1, 2].
The appearance marks a targeted effort by the Duchess of Sussex to engage with women's empowerment circles through intimate, high-cost events. This strategy emphasizes a shift toward niche, curated gatherings rather than large-scale public appearances.
Accompanied by Prince Harry, Markle visited the event in the Coogee area of Sydney [2, 4]. The retreat was hosted by the "Her Best Life" podcast and was designed as a "girls' weekend" featuring an intimate Q&A and empowerment session for women [3, 5].
Reports indicate Markle stayed at the venue for approximately two hours [2]. The event drew around 300 guests [2]. These attendees paid up to $3,200 to participate in the weekend retreat [2].
There are conflicting reports regarding the scale of the event. While some data suggests 300 guests attended [2], other reports described the crowd as smaller than expected [1].
The visit occurred during the Sussexes' broader tour of Australia, coinciding with other royal activity in the region, including a visit by Princess Anne on April 17 [2, 3].
“Meghan Markle stayed at the retreat for about two hours.”
The brief nature of the appearance and the high entry cost for guests suggest a pivot toward exclusive, brand-aligned engagements. By appearing at a podcast-led retreat, the Duchess of Sussex is leveraging existing digital communities to maintain visibility while limiting the duration of her public exposure.
