Being a member of the royal family is basically a full-time job.
But that doesn’t mean that the royals don’t know how to unwind.
Just like the rest of us, every now and then, the royals need a good holiday.
Of course, unlike us, most of their go-to destinations are (literally) fit for a queen.
The royal family has a number of trusted vacation spots.
Curious to learn more about the favorite vacation destinations of the royals?
AsTown & Countryreported, Queen Elizabeth II visits the home every year at the end of the summer.
I think she really, really loves the Highlands."
So, what’s the appeal of Balmoral?
Apparently, they spend most of their time exploring the Highlands and even do their own dishes!
Villa Guardamangia was home to the queen and her late husband, Prince Philip, from 1949 to 1951.
After moving back to the U.K., they continued to visit their home in Malta for many years.
Outdoors were several picturesque courtyards and a staggering 9,680 feet of surrounding land.
I remember happy days here with Prince Philip when we were first married."
According to theDaily Mail, the group seemed to have a great time hitting the slopes during their stay.
It seems like the younger royals simply can’t get enough of skiing in the Alps.
In fact, according toVogue, Kate and William actually first bonded over their love of the sport!
Margaret famously visited Mustique in 1976 with Roddy Llewellyn, with whom she was having an affair.
Today, you’re able to rent the property starting around $25,000 a week.
As Harry explained in their engagementinterview, “We camped out with each other under the stars.
She came and joined me for five days out there, which was absolutely fantastic.”
It’s not much, but that’s how we like it!"
(viaHarper’s Bazaar).
In 2019, Meghan recreated their Botswana trip in their own backyard.
As one source said, “They were keen to support our travel industry.”
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert commissioned and owned the gigantic castle.
According toMy London, the couple’s favorite spot is the small island of Corfu.
AsExpressreported, a Channel 5 documentary dug into this semi-scandalous trip in 2021.
“It was bucket and spade stuff.”
The former couple first visited in 1986 after an invitation from King Juan Carlos I. Thepalace, built in the Mediterranean style, is situated on a picturesque hill.
By the looks of things, Diana’sfinal visit to Mallorcawill even appear on “The Crown.”
Their trip began with a beautiful, secluded five-day cruise around the nine islands on a private yacht.
However, Prince William and Kate Middleton did manage to get away to one of their U.K. holiday homes.
It seems the couple loved their time in Norfolk.
She visited the island with her two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, in the ’90s.
This makes Nevis a perfect spot for a fairly secluded escape.
It was a last minute arrangement and she didn’t hire out the hotel exclusively for herself…
But the restaurant was closed to outside bookings so that no one else could walk in."
On several occasions, the royals have picked the Bahamas as their getaway destination.
AsTravel + Leisurereported, their trip was part of a royal tour.
Apparently, the home is worth around $12.5 million.
No wonder so many royals keep coming back to this luxurious Bahamas getaway!
