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Eugenie Snubs Harry, Opts for Luxurious Getaway with German Influencer
Princess Eugenie made headlines as she turned down an invitation from Prince Harry to attend the Invictus Games and skipped his birthday celebration to embark on a lavish beach vacation in Kenya.
The princess jetted off to Lemieux Island for a relaxing getaway, leaving behind her husband Jack Brooksbank and their two young sons.
Accompanying her on this retreat was German Influencer and model Caroline Dower, who shared glimpses of their holiday on social media.
Lemieux Island, a serene destination off the northern coast of Kenya, boasts UNESCO World Heritage Site status since 2001, offering a picturesque setting for Princess Eugenie to unwind.
The island is renowned for its water sports, including snorkeling and scuba diving, along with stunning coral reefs and pristine beaches.
Joining the princess and Caroline on this tropical escape was close friend Julia de Boyneville, as they were spotted enjoying a leisurely meal and drinks on a boat.
In a surprising turn of events, a source revealed that despite Harry extending invitations to Zara Tindall, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice for the Invictus Games, none of the royal cousins attended the event or Harry's birthday celebration.
Against the backdrop of strained relations between the Sussexes and the royal family, the absence of the cousins at the event underscores the prevailing tensions within the monarchy.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry marked his 39th birthday at a German beer house, indulging in local brews and traditional cuisine alongside wife Meghan and their entourage.
The couple dined at the I'm Golden Kessel restaurant, part of the Schumacher Brewery, where they relished dishes like bratwurst sausage, wiener schnitzel, red cabbage, and mashed potato.
Amid laughter and camaraderie, Harry and Meghan posed for photos with restaurant staff, with Meghan dazzling in a chic ensemble.
Notably, Harry's generous gesture of picking up the tab and leaving a substantial tip for the staff raised eyebrows, considering it deviated from his usual behavior.
The prince's jovial demeanor during the evening, characterized by beer-fueled merriment and interactions with other patrons, hinted at a departure from his usual public persona.
Images captured during the birthday celebration portrayed moments of discord between Harry and Meghan, prompting speculation about the dynamics of their relationship.
The gallery of pictures from the event captured Harry exhibiting expressions of discomfort and detachment, contrasting with moments of apparent contentment while engaging with another man present.
Observers noted Harry's uncharacteristic behavior, leading to conjecture about the state of his relationship with Meghan.
As the royal couple navigates public scrutiny and speculation, their interactions continue to fuel intrigue and speculation among royal watchers and media outlets.