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Hi Caitlin. The top-secret program for Meghan’s Her Best Life retreat in Sydney has been leaked – but is it legit?

Hi Daisy. Well, maybe. Social media and news outlets kicked into a frenzy after the apparent full itinerary was published online this week, partially because so much of the women’s wellness retreat has remained a mystery.

According to the leaked itinerary, the Duchess of Sussex will be appearing at the InterContinental in beachside Coogee, where the weekend festivities are being held, for VIP group photos from 4.30pm on Friday. After that, guests will “step into an unforgettable evening” with a gala dinner to kick off from 5pm, featuring “inspiring live conversation” with Meghan.

This is fairly in line with what Her Best Life – founded by the media executive and talent manager Gemma O’Neill and the radio presenter Jackie “O” Henderson – has been promoting on its website and social media, which promises a “girls’ weekend like no other”.

I’m slightly scared to ask but what does a “girls’ weekend like no other” involve, exactly?

Well, first, it involves at least $2,699. Tickets range from there up to $3,199, depending on if you’re comfortable sharing a room with a stranger. Those willing to pay the VIP price get their own room at the hotel and VIP photos with the duchess.

She’s not the only drawcard on the program. Apart from getting up close and personal to Meghan, the guests, capped at 300, will also be able to take part in sound healing, yoga, a meditation and “manifestation” session, “pool time”, group therapy with Dr Justine Corry and a disco. What more does a girl want?

So about 300 women have paid circa $3,000 to downward dog and disco dance with the duchess?

Not exactly. Since she’s slated to head off to the Super Rugby match at Allianz Stadium with a 7.30pm kick-off, it’s unlikely she’ll be making it beyond dessert.

Perhaps that’s why the retreat’s dinner – allegedly – starts at the punishingly early hour of 5pm.

Digestion benefits aside, I’m guessing some of the parent retreaters were hoping to avoid kids’ dinner time. Or maybe that’s outweighed by the opportunity to get selfies with Meghan?

This isn’t a free for all, it’s a wellness retreat!

According to the leaked itinerary, there is a strict “no phones, no recording moment” for the duration of Meghan’s in-conversation interview.

The reason for this, of course, is to be “fully present, soaking it all in” … and for security purposes. “Phones away, eyes up, and enjoy the magic!”

So is this just a good excuse to get dressed up and have a cocktail, Meghan or no Meghan?

Absolutely. This isn’t a no-alcohol version of mindfulness – drinks are promised to be flowing. The dress code for Friday is “evening elegance”, something that “makes you feel confident and special”.

I can only look forward to what the duchess will be wearing, given the looks she has served thus far – fits that you, too, can wear, since Meghan announced her investment in the AI “fashion discovery platform” OneOff.

What’s a fashion discovery platform when it’s at home?

The website allows shoppers to buy the outfits Meghan – along with other celebrities – wears, with a small kickback from each sale going directly her way.

Meaning, if all else fails, I can channel Meghan’s style.

If you can afford a US$26,200 watch, then sure.

Could it be that a ticket to the footy, then, might be my best – and best-value – bet for a glimpse into Meghan’s world?

That depends on if you want to endure rugby for several hours. She’ll also be sailing around Sydney Harbour with Invictus Australia and her husband before the wellness retreat.

She’s been busy since landing down under on Tuesday. On Wednesday, footage was released of the duchess appearing as a surprise guest on Channel 10’s MasterChef, in between her engagements at hospitals, women’s refuges and other charity events.