Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly putting down roots in Europe, which will give them the chance to be both physically and emotionally closer to Harry’s family in the UK, says one royal expert. The Sussexes are based in the US, and now have a second home, having recently purchased a condo that is an hour's drive from Lisbon, Portugal. When speaking to the New York Post, former royal butler Grant Harrold said: “I think any move to Europe — even if it’s not the UK, Portugal is not that far — could mean that it’s easier for Harry to spend more time in his home the UK.
” Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Portugal plan makes sense for security reason Harry and Meghan's new home could open couple up to 'projects in Europe' He added: “I’ve always said that I think Harry’s relationship with the royals will improve over time. “It’s quite possible it’s a sign that he is getting closer to his family again.” Harrold worked on behalf of King Charles from 2004 to 2011, which would mean Harry was 20 years old when he joined the royal household as butler.
Harry, now 40, is married and has two children, Prince Archie , five, and Princess Lilibet , three. He and his family live in a mansion in Montecito, California , and it’s being said they purchased a condo at CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club, a luxury resort development on the Algarve coast, not far from Princess Eugenie and her family. “All the younger royals I’m guessing would love to go out to Por.
