Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Favorite Seaside Town in Portugal

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly purchased a property in the coastal village of Melides, Portugal. The area is gaining popularity among high-profile figures for its quiet, rural atmosphere and proximity to exclusive developments like the CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club.
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The couple's real estate investments often draw significant public and media attention to specific travel destinations and luxury lifestyle trends.
Anyone who has swiped through Meghan Markle ‘s summer fun family photos from Portugal might be Googling “Melides” for a closer look. The quiet coastal village rests along the Alentejo Coast and is home to nearly 1,500 year-round residents, as of the 2021 census. Before Prince Harry and the “As Ever” founder reportedly first bought property there, Cond Nast Traveler had pegged Melides as “Portugal’s Next Big Beach Town” in 2022.
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