While it’s rare that the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex are photographed on private vacations, we do have a sense of their holiday style based on some of the pictures taken of the women as they travel abroad. Since Kate and Meghan have both vacationed this summer, with Kate and family going to Mustique and Scotland and Meghan taking Archie to Ibiza and Nice, there was bound to be a few photos of the royals making their getaways. Plus, we can revisit some of their best vacation moments from the past to get an idea of what they may have worn for some serious fun in the sun.


Here are 8 of Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle’s Best Private Vacation Moments:

  1. Island Vibes

The California born actress appeared to be enjoying some peace and tranquility in Turks and Caicos in a breezy striped cover-up and her Biltmore Panama hat.


2. Pilates Party

The former lifestyle blogger enjoyed a little rest and relaxation plus a good pilates session with friend and owner of Platinum Pilates, Heather Dorak. For the beachside workout, Meghan opted for a black one piece and her beloved straw hat.


3. Road Trip

Harry’s wife showed off her nautical best on a road trip to Waiheke Island in New Zealand where she opted for a striped top, red boat shoes and navy shorts. She likely packed her roadtrip ensembles in her favorite Away suitcase which she also gave out as a baby shower party favor.


4. Eat, Pray, Love

In Capri, Meghan enjoyed a girls trip with pals including Jessica Mulroney. For the Italian adventure, Meghan opted for a striped sleeveless top and casual sneakers.


5. Baby on Board

Kate and William looked to be enjoying their tropical twosome time on a babymoon in Mustique where Kate donned a Vix Bia blue bikini (similar).

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6. Barbados Babe

On a private family vacation to Barbados, Kate looked happy and relaxed in white bootcut jeans and a gray top. The duchess also looked to have accessorized with her Claudia Brady necklace (similar).

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7. Making Waves

Prince William and Kate Middleton were spotted on holiday in Ibiza, Spain in early September 2006 having a sunny swim session.

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8. Cruising the Caribbean

The duke and duchess were snapped on vacation in Mustique, where they enjoyed a romantic break in 2008. The Prince joined the Duchess of Cambridge, her sister Pippa Middleton and their parents, at a in a $23,000-a-week mansion, the Aurora Villa, on the Caribbean island. Kate wore a printed bikini with a ring front detail on the top and bottoms (similar).

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