Maura Higgins treated her followers to a slew of snaps from her festive holiday celebrations on Sunday, but managed to avoid any mention of Pete Wicks.
The Love Island star, 34, celebrated start of the New Year with a night away at the swanky Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire after jetting to Ireland for Christmas, where many fans suspected she had been joined by rumoured boyfriend Pete, 37.
The I’m A Celeb star checked into the celeb hotspot, where rooms start from £295-a-night, on top of an annual membership of £2,750.
Taking to her Instagram on Sunday, Maura shared a string of snaps of her wholesome break away surrounded by her pals, however Pete was not among them.
The TV presenter showcased her stunning good looks and fashion forward style as she posed for a number of selfies sporting a brown suede coat and Prada bucket hat.
She could be seen planting a sweet kiss on an adorable horse as she visited the stables, as well as splashing her cash in a series of designer shops, including Prada and Louis Vuitton.
Maura Higgins treated her followers to a slew of snaps from her festive holiday celebrations on Sunday, but managed to avoid any mention of Pete Wicks
The Love Island star, 34, celebrated start of the New Year with a night away at the swanky Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire after jetting to Ireland for Christmas , where many fans suspected she had been joined by rumoured boyfriend Pete, 37
The I’m A Celeb star checked into the celeb hotspot, where rooms start from £295-a-night, on top of an annual membership of £2,750
Maura also included photos of her getting all glammed up for drinks and dinner with her friends, including fellow Love Island USA host Ariana Madix.
While she also shared photos from Christmas, which had sparked rumours she had spent the holiday with Pete.
The two reality stars were pictured beaming as they loaded luggage into a car together ahead of Christmas Day, preparing to head off on a festive getaway.
The duo couldn’t wipe the smiles off their faces and the Strictly star burst into laughter at one point as the happy new couple shared a joke while getting ready to set off.
And Maura later shared a slew of pictures to her Instagram stories, include one of her view from the plane window, before revealing she had checked into the luxurious Glasson Lakehouse, Spa & Golf Club in her home country of Ireland.
As the reality star celebrated with her family, fans questioned whether she’d taken her beau back to meet the parents – with The Sun reporting that the duo jetted off together for a romantic break.
She shared a picture of the inside of her gorgeous suite, which featured a standalone copper bathtub and a cream chaise lounge and retails for roughly £600 per night.
According to the hotel’s website, the opulent suite also boasts a flat-screen TV and a balcony.
Taking to her Instagram on Sunday, Maura shared a string of snaps of her wholesome break away surrounded by her pals, however Pete was not among them
The TV presenter showcased her stunning good looks and fashion forward style as she posed for a number of selfies sporting a brown suede coat and Prada bucket hat
She could be seen planting a sweet kiss on an adorable horse as she visited the stables, as well as splashing her cash in a series of designer shops, including Prada and Louis Vuitton
Maura also included photos of her getting all glammed up for drinks and dinner with her friends, including fellow Love Island USA host Ariana Madix
While she also shared photos from Christmas, which had sparked rumours she had spent the holiday with Pete (pictured in May together)
And both Maura and Pete then posted snaps in what seemed like the same pub on December 25, with Maura enjoying a glass of red wine while Pete made the most of being in Ireland and went for a pint of Guinness.
The pub looked incredibly cosy and boasted a huge wooden fireplace decorated with Christmas stockings, a pine garland and sparkling fairy lights.
And the relaxation continued on Boxing Day as Maura shared a snap from a huge double bed in the room as they watched The Grinch.
‘Afternoon movie in bed,’ she penned in her caption, with the photo giving fans a glimpse into the stunning room, which featured a big crystal chandelier.
Her post comes after Pete broke his silence on having a ‘very close’ relationship with Maura as he discussed navigating relationships while in the public eye.
Speaking to The Times, he said: ‘We’ve known each other for a very, very long time. We’re very close.
‘But a lot of being in the public eye is that people assume that you have to tell everyone all about your private life and I’ve never, never done that.’
Just hours after touching back down in the UK after her time on I’m A Celeb, Maura and Pete were reunited following weeks of speculation over their romance.
Maura revealed on Christmas Day that she had jetted home to Ireland to celebrate with her family, which left fans questioning whether she’s taken her beau to meet the parents
She shared a picture of the inside of her gorgeous suite, which featured a standalone copper bathtub and a cream chaise lounge and retails for roughly £600 per night
And both Maura and Pete then posted snaps in what seemed like the same pub on December 25, with Maura enjoying a glass of red wine while Pete made the most of being in Ireland and went for a pint of Guinness
And the relaxation continued on Boxing Day as Maura shared a snap from a huge double bed in the room as they watched The Grinch
The couple posed for a photo together in a London hotel, cuddling up with a group of friends as they celebrated Maura’s homecoming after her month-long trip to Australia.
Maura had touched down at London Heathrow airport just hours before, but was obviously keen to catch up with Strictly star Pete was soon as possible.
A beaming Maura reposted her pal’s mirror selfie on her Instagram Stories on Wednesday night, with the group of friends seen surrounded by jungle themed balloons.
During her time in the jungle, Maura seemingly confirmed that she was dating Pete after they were seen kissing just weeks before she flew to Australia.
When asked by former Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse if was single, Maura replied: ‘I am but I was seeing someone before I came in but I’m not in a relationship.’
Reverend Richard Coles – a founding member of ’80s synth-pop group The Communards – then asked: ‘Was it exclusive? Or if I’ve put you on the spot, sorry!’, to which she replied after a long pause: ‘I dunno’.
Maura also revealed that the pair had known each other for longer than fans might expect – and said Pete had pursued her relentlessly.
‘Yeah, we’ve known each other since five years, and never once…’ she told Oti.
Her post comes after Pete broke his silence on having a ‘very close’ relationship with Maura as he discussed navigating relationships while in the public eye (pictured in October)
Just hours after touching back down in the UK after her time on I’m A Celeb, Maura and Pete were reunited following weeks of speculation over their romance
Maura also revealed that the pair had known each other for longer than fans might expect – and said Pete had pursued her relentlessly
‘He would always say, “Oh no, like, we are gonna go on a date somewhere.” And I’d be like, “We’re actually not.” And I was deadly serious, “We’re actually not. You’re delusional.”‘
Appearing on This Morning following her elimination from the show she shared her excitement at potentially seeing Pete upon her return to the United Kingdom and admitted he had encouraged her decision to enter the jungle.
She said: ‘Honestly, he’s been so supportive. I didn’t know if he was still in Strictly, I’m so proud of him and he’s proud of me and I can’t wait to see him.’
When asked why she eventually changed her mind, Maura explained: ‘He wouldn’t give up. And then I was like, “Oh fine”.
‘I brought my friends with me, and I was like, “see it’s a friendship date.” And then the next time I went, just me.’
Recounting their first date, she admitted no expense was spared, noting: ‘We went out for oysters and wine. Yeah, come on. It was super nice.’
As for their chemistry, Maura quipped: ‘Yeah, a lot of fun. We just dial up 24/7 with each other. We’ve got the very same humour.’
During his time on Strictly Pete showed that he still had Maura on his mind as he reposted Maura’s Instagram which was being run by her friends and family while she was Down Under -and urged people to vote for her.
The former Love Island will have plenty of time to catch up with Pete, who missed out on a place in the Strictly Come Dancing final
He quipped: ‘I’ve been George of the Jungle but now it’s time to vote for Maura of the Jungle’.
The Mail on Sunday previously revealed that Pete has put a stop to his romantic liaison with his Strictly partner Jowita Przystal – because he is determined to win the heart of Maura.
Sources close to Pete say he is telling friends he is completely smitten with the jungle star who he has been casually dating for the past five months.
When he began Strictly and met Jowita, Maura gave up any hope of the relationship continuing.
A friend said: ‘Before Maura entered the jungle, Pete wanted to make their relationship exclusive.
‘But Maura, aware of Pete’s reputation and his close bond with Jowita, decided to slow things down.
‘She gave him an ultimatum: either commit to her or let it go. So she went off a single woman.
‘Since then, Pete has gone all-in, openly expressing his feelings to anyone who’ll listen’.
