Throughout the summer, the Spanish royal family has been at the center of multiple speculations about their whereabouts and activities.
Although King Felipe and Queen Letizia are usually “missing” during their vacations, some details about their breaks have come to light.
This year, their schedule has been atypical due to their participation in the Olympic Games, which led to a reconfiguration of their vacation time to enjoy more moments together.
Annually, the Marivent Palace in Mallorca becomes their summer retreat. This summer, the family has not only moved to their traditional home but also added an additional destination: Greece.
Queen Emeritus Sofia, as well as the monarchs’ daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia, are reported to have accompanied the couple on this trip.
Renowned royal expert Pilar Eyre has analyzed the costs associated with royal vacations.
How much do King Felipe and Queen Letizia’s vacations cost?
According to the royal expert’s estimate, the bill amounts to half a million euros, equivalent to more than 550 thousand dollars.
Eyre points out that this amount would reflect the outlay regardless of whether the location of their vacation is known, which raises a debate about the transparency of the Royal Household’s spending.
The high expenditure is justified due to the international movements and logistics involved in royal family vacations.
In addition, it suggests that King Felipe and Queen Letizia may have shared their days in Greece with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, although this information has not been officially confirmed.
The royal family’s vacation, although shrouded in a cloak of privacy, has captured public attention by highlighting the remarkable expense and their desire to disconnect.
This brief period of time without cameras becomes a vital opportunity to strengthen the family unit amidst the demands of their roles.
