More than four years have passed since that January 8, 2020 when the Prince Harry of England and his wifeMeghan Markle, announced their retirement from their royal duties as senior members of the British Royal Family. This was done in order to dedicate themselves to living in the United States, to be financially independent and to finally be “free.” This phenomenon was called “Megxit”.
From that moment on, the youngest of the sons of Charles III and the former Hollywood actress made the decision to go into exile in one of the most luxurious residential complexes in the world: Montecito, located in the state of California, where Meghan is originally from.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle went into exile to live an independent life in the United States
What is Montecito, California, the luxurious place where Meghan Markle and Prince Harry live?
Montecito is a secret unincorporated town in Santa Barbara County, located between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. According to data from the United States Census Bureau, the area currently has fewer than 10,000 inhabitants.
According to the British newspaper The Telegraph, Montecito is, in appearance, “a paradise of the 21st century with its mansions, juice bars and Mediterranean climate.”
Montecito is one of the most exclusive areas of Santa Barbara
In turn, the place of residence of the Dukes of Sussex and Another dozen celebrities have a view of a spectacular coastlinewith miles of beaches, lapped by the Pacific Ocean and the freshness provided by a dotted with palm trees, araucarias and ancient pines.
Among the activities that surround the inhabitants of this exclusive region of North America are: Exclusive bowling alleysoutdoor stationary bike classes, activities in pools with bluer water and train rides to the beach. “It’s like a different universe to the subversive surf neighborhood of Funk Zone, four miles away.” miles west of Santa Barbara”is assured from The Telegraph.
Las Major roads that pass through Montecito include East Valley Road, Mountain Drive, and Sycamore Canyon Road, all part of State Route 192. The nearest train station with Amtrak service is Santa Barbara.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex chose Montecito as the place to raise their children
Which celebrities live in Montecito besides Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?
Due to the exclusivity and fame of the area, Montecito has attracted the most influential residents in the world, being an area that has a average income of $130,123 per family.
Among the Celebrities Harry and Meghan may meet constantly on any type of morning walk you can find: Ariana Grande, Oprah Winfrey, Owen Wilson, Gwyneth Paltrow, Orlando Bloom, Ellen DeGeneres, Greta Garbo, Adam Levine, among others.
