Portuguese locals are expressing outrage over Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s reported acquisition of a beachfront property at the CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club near Melides, Portugal. The luxurious compound, part of Discovery Land Company, offers properties starting at $4.7 million. Some residents are upset that private beach access is now allowed in an area that was previously public, calling it a land grab by the rich that deprives locals of cherished memories.
The development has sparked controversy among those who feel that the construction is destroying a piece of Portuguese land for the benefit of the wealthy. Some are upset that they can no longer enjoy the area as they have for generations. Meghan and Harry’s connection to the company through Princess Eugenie’s husband, Jack Brooksbank, has also raised eyebrows.
Amid concerns about the impact of the CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club on the local community, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may pursue a “Golden Visa” due to their Portuguese property ownership. This visa would provide them with visa-free access to the European Union’s Schengen area. The couple has been living without a residence in the UK since 2023, when they were asked to leave Frogmore Cottage. Overall, the situation has stirred up mixed reactions and shed light on the complexities of luxury real estate development in Portugal.
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