Meghan's Sydney Retreat: A $3,200 'Girls' Weekend' Under Scrutiny

Announced April 16, 2026, an alleged itinerary for Meghan Markle's "Her Best Life" wellness retreat in Sydney has surfaced, providing a rare glimpse into the event's high-priced offerings. The program, hosted at the InterContinental Coogee, suggests an evening gala featuring "inspiring live conversation" with Meghan, alongside VIP group photo opportunities, as reported by the Guardian.

The retreat, conceptualized by media executive Gemma O’Neill and radio personality Jackie “O” Henderson, has been marketed as a "girls' weekend like no other," with a reported ticket price of $3,200. This leak follows a period of significant secrecy surrounding the Duchess's involvement and the event's overall structure, according to the Guardian.

Our take: The luxury wellness market thrives on exclusivity and aspirational branding. While the promise of an "inspiring live conversation" with a figure like Meghan Markle undeniably holds draw, the substantial ticket price for a previously opaque itinerary points to a disconnect. High-end wellness demands transparency and substantive programming, not just celebrity presence. It will be interesting to see if this structure delivers on its ambitious claims.