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Meghan MarkleandPrince Harry(and 7-month-old sonArchie!) are spreading the holiday season in the Duchess of Sussex’s old stomping grounds!
The royal couple are “spending private family time in Canada,” the palace confirmed on Friday.
“The decision to base themselves in Canada reflects the importance of this Commonwealth country to them both,” said the statement. “Whilst this email confirms the country they are taking their family time in, for security reasons we will not be releasing any further details and request that their privacy is respected.”
It continued, “The Duke of Sussex has been a frequent visitor to Canada over many years, and it was also home to The Duchess for seven years before she became a member of the Royal Family. They are enjoying sharing the warmth of the Canadian people and the beauty of the landscape with their young son.”
It was previously revealed that Meghan and Harry wouldtake about six weeks offtowards the end of the year to spend some valuable “family time” together amid their concerns that theintense scrutinythey’ve faced has been tough on the couple.
“The duke and duchess have a full schedule of engagements and commitments until mid-November, after which they will be taking some much-needed family time,” a royal source confirmed to PEOPLE.
Meghan Markle wearing Awon Golding, Christmas 2018.Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex also confirmed they would beskipping the annual holiday festivities at Sandringham— including their public walk to church on Christmas morning — withQueen Elizabethand the rest of the royal family.
source: people.com
