Meghan Markle may currently be enjoying a family getaway in Europe, but that has not slowed her entrepreneurial ambitions. While spending time overseas with Prince Harry and their two children, the Duchess of Sussex unveiled the latest addition to her lifestyle brand, As ever, demonstrating that business continues even during vacation.

On Tuesday, June 30, As ever introduced a new product called Lavender Honey, expanding the growing selection of specialty honey offerings available through the brand. The announcement was shared on As ever’s official Instagram account, where the product was described as a celebration of summer. According to the brand, the honey combines delicate floral notes with a lingering warmth, creating a refined flavor inspired by the season.

The latest release joins several existing honey varieties already offered by As ever. Customers can also purchase Orange Blossom Honey, which is now available in individual 9-ounce jars. The company encourages customers to experience both varieties, highlighting the contrasting flavor profiles—one featuring soft floral characteristics and the other offering a brighter, sun-filled citrus taste. In addition to these options, the brand also continues to sell wildflower and sage honey, giving consumers a wider selection of premium honey products.

Beekeeping has become one of Meghan’s personal passions in recent years. At the Montecito, California home she shares with Prince Harry, the couple maintains their own beehives. Meghan has spoken publicly about how meaningful the hobby has become, explaining that working with bees provides a sense of peace and connection with nature. Her interest in beekeeping also reflects a shared enthusiasm with both King Charles and Catherine, Princess of Wales, who have each expressed appreciation for environmental conservation and sustainable gardening.

During an episode of her 2025 Netflix lifestyle series With Love, Meghan, the Duchess opened up about her experience caring for bees. She explained that tending to the hives encourages her to embrace activities that feel slightly intimidating while remaining calm and present in the moment. Meghan described the experience as both rewarding and grounding, adding that interacting with bees reminds her of the importance of staying connected with the natural world.

Although the Sussex family is currently traveling across Europe, attention has also turned toward their anticipated return to the United Kingdom later this summer. Meghan and Prince Harry are reportedly vacationing abroad with their children, Prince Archie, now seven years old, and Princess Lilibet, who recently turned five. Their holiday comes just weeks before plans for what would be the children’s first visit to Britain in some time.

Last week, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex confirmed that they intend to travel to the United Kingdom in July. The visit is expected to coincide with events marking the one-year countdown to the 2027 Invictus Games, which will take place in Birmingham. Prince Harry, who founded the international sporting competition for wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans, is expected to participate in several engagements connected to the upcoming games.

However, despite the planned visit, concerns surrounding the family’s security arrangements have created uncertainty about whether the trip will proceed exactly as intended. The couple has remained outspoken about the level of protection available to them while in Britain, particularly following changes made after they stepped away from royal duties.

According to recent reports, Prince Harry and Meghan were informed that police protection would only be available while they were staying on royal property. Security coverage would reportedly not extend to other locations during their visit, including public appearances or private travel outside royal estates.

These limitations have become a major concern for the Duke of Sussex, who has repeatedly argued that adequate security must accompany him and his family wherever official or public activities take place. Representatives for Prince Harry have emphasized that personal safety cannot depend solely on where someone is staying.

In a statement released on June 29, a spokesperson for Prince Harry explained that his itinerary in the United Kingdom includes both public appearances and private engagements in multiple locations across the country. The spokesperson stressed that secure accommodation alone is insufficient because potential risks are associated with the individual rather than a single residence. As a result, they argued that comprehensive security measures should remain in place throughout the entirety of the visit.

Although King Charles reportedly offered accommodation for Harry, Meghan, and their children on one of the royal estates during their stay, Prince Harry’s representatives made clear that housing has never been the central issue. Instead, they maintain that the key concern is whether government-supported protective security will be provided in a manner that is both appropriate and proportionate throughout every aspect of the family’s time in Britain.

The debate over security has continued ever since Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in 2020. After leaving their official royal roles, the couple relocated to California, where they have since established a new life focused on business ventures, charitable work, and raising their children.

Following their departure, they lost automatic taxpayer-funded police protection while visiting the United Kingdom. Prince Harry challenged that decision through the British legal system, arguing that his unique public profile and ongoing security risks justified continued protection. However, his legal appeal was ultimately unsuccessful.

After the court ruled against him, Prince Harry spoke candidly about the emotional impact of the decision during an interview with the BBC. He explained that without reliable security arrangements, he finds it difficult to imagine bringing Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet back to Britain on a regular basis.

Harry acknowledged that he continues to feel a deep connection to his home country despite the challenges that have emerged in recent years. He admitted that he misses many aspects of life in the United Kingdom and expressed sadness that his children have had so few opportunities to experience the place where he grew up.

Reflecting on the situation, the Duke explained that one of the most difficult consequences is the possibility that Archie and Lilibet may not get to know their father’s homeland in the way he had always hoped. While he remains committed to maintaining ties with Britain, he has repeatedly stated that ensuring the safety of his wife and children must remain his highest priority.

As Meghan continues expanding her As ever lifestyle brand with new product launches and Prince Harry prepares for future commitments connected to the Invictus Games, the couple remains focused on balancing family life, business, and public responsibilities. Whether their planned return to Britain proceeds smoothly may ultimately depend on resolving the longstanding concerns surrounding security arrangements for the Sussex family.