New revelations have surfaced regarding Queen Elizabeth II’s purported reservations about Kate Middleton’s frequent vacations during the early stages of her relationship with Prince William. According to royal expert Katie Nicholl’s book “William and Harry,” Queen Elizabeth reportedly expressed disapproval of Middleton’s penchant for island getaways, believing she should focus more on her career. The engagements between Middleton and Prince William in 2010 and their subsequent marriage in 2011 were accompanied by what the Queen allegedly deemed excessive vacations, particularly to the Caribbean’s Mustique island.
Nicholl’s account reveals that these recurrent trips to Mustique led to Middleton earning the nickname “Queen of Mustique” from the media, drawing parallels to a title previously held by Princess Margaret. The book also suggests that during the 2008 recession, Queen Elizabeth found the couple’s lavish travel patterns distasteful, given the economic climate.
The Queen’s apparent perspective reportedly stemmed from a belief that Middleton should prioritize establishing a professional career before any formal engagement announcement. Despite Middleton’s prior work experiences, including roles in marketing and accessories buying, the Queen purportedly felt that extensive luxury vacations were incongruous with the responsibilities expected of a future queen consort.
Although this criticism reportedly stung Middleton, she has since taken on significant roles within the royal family, recently assuming the titles of Commodore-in-Chief of the Fleet Air Arm and other significant military positions. The reshuffling of military appointments within the royal family, occurring less than a year after Queen Elizabeth’s passing, further highlights the commitment to maintaining close ties between the monarchy and the Armed Forces.
These revelations provide insight into the complexities of balancing personal choices with royal expectations and underscore the ongoing scrutiny faced by members of the royal family.