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Returning from a four-day Australian trip focused on mental health and community support, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were greeted by a heartwarming surprise from their children, Archie and Lilibet. Their California home was adorned with a "Welcome Home" banner and a delightful collection of Australian treats and gifts, including Tim Tams and handwritten cards, showcasing the children's thoughtful gesture.
The Duchess of Sussex is best known for her role in the legal drama 'Suits' before joining the British royal family in 2018. She's become a prominent figure in the public eye, known for her advocacy work, lifestyle brand ventures, and her appearance in 'With Love, Meghan'.
Now, after wrapping up a four-day trip to Australia mixing business, private time, and charitable work, she and her husband arrive back home in California to a heartwarming welcome.On Sunday, April 19, she shares glimpses of their arrival home on her Instagram Stories, posting a "Welcome Home" banner adorning their doorway. The 44-year-old posts clips displaying Australian souvenirs and treats seemingly prepared by their children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4.
The pile includes Tim Tams, a popular Australian chocolate biscuit, candies, picture books, stickers, coloring books, and handwritten cards.
As she pans the camera over the items, she sneaks a Tim Tam for herself.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Australia trip
According to PEOPLE magazine, Prince Harry, 41 and his wife travel to Australia for a four-day trip beginning on Tuesday, April 14 which takes them through Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney. The agenda focuses on mental health, community resilience and support for veterans and their families.
Both speak candidly about their own mental wellness during separate events. He shares that he "didn't want" his royal role following the 1997 passing of his mother, Princess Diana. She reflects on being "the most trolled person in the entire world" after coupling up with her husband a decade ago.
Meghan Markle's special appearances in Australia
The couple undertakes private meetings and special projects while abroad, with her headlining an appearance at the 'Her Best Life' podcast's "girls weekend" retreat. At Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, she meets a young cancer patient named Lily, who is the same age as her daughter. He receives jerseys from the Western Bulldogs, a professional Australian rules football club, emblazoned with his children's names
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's connection to Australia
As per report, their 2026 Australia trip marks their first return to the continent since their official royal tour there in October 2018.
The report noted that their previous visit, which included Australia, Tonga, Fiji, and New Zealand, marked their first major overseas tour as newlyweds. It was just months after marrying in May 2018 that Kensington Palace announced, the day before they touched down that she was pregnant with their first child, son Prince Archie.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's life away from royal duties
The excursion is not a royal tour, as they step back from their royal roles in 2020 and move to California.
However, there are plenty of parallels to the traditional trappings of an official royal tour. Their first stop is at Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, which Queen Elizabeth, King Charles, and Princess Diana all previously visit. They also sail around Sydney Harbor with Invictus Australia, mirroring what they did during their royal tour there eight years ago.
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet wait at home
The couple's children do not join them in Australia, and they similarly don't tag along for their humanitarian trip to Jordan in February. While Archie and Lilibet remain at home, they are likely top of mind throughout their travels. The surprise waiting for them upon arrival shows that the children are thinking of their parents just as much.
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