Prince George’s Last Carefree Summer: Scuba Dives, Secret Mustique Escapes & Granny Carole Holidays Before Eton Begins
Prince George of Wales is spending what many are calling his final true childhood summer before a major life change arrives this September. The 13-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on 22 July 2026, will begin boarding at Eton College, the prestigious all-boys school attended by his father, Prince William.
This summer carries special weight. After completing his final year at Lambrook School alongside his younger siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, George is stepping into a new chapter of greater independence. Eton, located near the family’s Windsor home, will mean full-time boarding and a structured routine that marks the end of the more flexible prep-school years.
Reports describe an intentionally packed and joyful season designed to create lasting memories. Central to the plans are outdoor adventures that suit George’s energetic personality. Scuba diving features prominently. The young prince has previously tried the activity during family trips to the Caribbean and is expected to return to the water this summer, building on earlier experiences beneath the waves.
Mustique, the private Caribbean island long favoured by the Wales family, is also on the agenda. The exclusive destination has offered privacy and sunshine for years, with past visits including beach days, swimming, tennis and diving. An “island hop” remains a strong possibility as the family seeks a relaxed escape away from public eyes.
Time with grandmother Carole Middleton is another highlight. The close bond between George and “Granny Carole” is well known, and the summer is expected to include dedicated holidays or shared days with her. These moments reflect the broader Middleton family involvement that has helped give the young royals a sense of ordinary family life amid their unique circumstances.
Beyond the exotic trips, quieter British traditions continue. The family is likely to enjoy time in Norfolk, where outdoor activities such as sailing, cycling, horse riding, cricket and beach walks form part of their usual summer rhythm. A later visit to Balmoral Castle in Scotland with King Charles and other relatives is also anticipated, continuing a long-standing royal summer custom.
Recent public appearances have already offered glimpses of this transitional period. George and Charlotte joined their parents at the Wimbledon men’s final, where the siblings appeared relaxed and engaged, chatting and laughing throughout the day. Such outings show a teenager growing more comfortable in the public eye while still enjoying ordinary sibling moments.
Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, have consistently prioritised giving their children as normal an upbringing as possible. This final summer before boarding school appears to be an extension of that approach: maximising unstructured time, outdoor fun and family connection before the more formal demands of Eton begin.
George has already taken steps to prepare. He previously requested and experienced weekly boarding at Lambrook, an early taste of the independence he will need in September. The move to Eton places him firmly on the path his father once walked, yet the current weeks remain focused on the present — sunshine, adventure and the simple pleasure of being a 13-year-old boy with his family.
As September approaches, the Wales household will adjust to a new routine. For now, the emphasis stays on making every day of this summer count.
