Celebrities sure do seem to have a great life. Their every day lives are ones filled with glamour, and their vacations are even more spectacular! But just because you aren't rich and famous, doesn't mean you can't tour like a celebrity! Today, the Hollywood Elite, A-list Stars, musicians, politicians, and the super-rich are followed more closely than ever before. Because of this, we know exactly where they go when they want to unwind and where they go to be pampered. If you are finding for some well deserved pampering, rest, relaxation, good food, or even star-gazing (Hollywood or that other kind!) then check out some favorite celebrity getaways.
Alfajiri Villas, Diani Beach, Kenya - The newest craze in celebrity tour is a trip to Africa. Either you share in a safari excursion, or rest in relax in one of the grand resorts.... A trip to Africa will open all of your senses. No wonder celebrities from Teri Hatcher to Oprah to Tiger Woods are taking the time to visit this vast and extraordinary continent. Luxury accomodations are becoming more abundant throughout Africa, but the Alfajiri Villas are one of the tops. You can pick to stay at the Ciff Villa, orchad Villa, or Beach Villa. The landscape and nature surrounding the area are spectacular... And for the family oriented there are many options for kids. Just ask Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie who stayed there early in their relationship.
Location: Ukunda, Kenya - Telephone: + 254 40 3202630
Grand Hyatt and Park Hyatt Tokyo - The Park Hyatt may be the hotel shown in Lost in Translation with Scarlett Johanson and Bill Murray, but the Grand Hyatt Tokyo is equally popular. The Grand Hyatt boasts itself as a great destination for all kinds of activities, such as weddings, fine dining, and state of the art recreation and leisure facilities. Maybe that is why celebrities such as Dave Grohl and Chris Martin opt to stay there when they tour to Tokyo. The Park Hyatt Tokyo is also thought about one of the best hotels in Tokyo, if not in the world. This spectacular hotel which caters to long term visitors finding for someplace to live as much as visit, has come to be even more favorite since Sofia Coppola showcased it in Lost in Translation.
Location: 6-10-3 Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan, 106-0032 (Grand Hyatt Tokyo) - Location: 3-7-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan 163-1055 (Park Hyatt Tokyo)
The Ivy London - If you are concerned in checking celebrities in their natural environment, then you have to know where to be. Sometimes, knowing where to be isn't enough because you may not be able to get into that exclusive club, or have reservations for that extraordinary restaurant. But, if you plan far enough in develop (6 months or more) than you too can dine with the the rich and famous. Getting in to the Ivy is the most absorbing part, but once you get in then there are abundance of options for some culinary exploration. So when traveling to London, plan a trip to the Ivy and you are nearly guaranteed to have a celebrity sighting. David Beckham, Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice), Elton John, Nigella Lawson, and the rest of the Uk's elite have all been seen munching and sipping at the Ivy.
Location: 1 West Street, Covent Garden, London - Telephone: 020 7836 4751
Chez Michel in Villefranche-sur-Mer - Chez Michel's is a reasonably sized, reasonably priced French restaurant serving unbelievably authentic Provencal food. The restaurant is owned by a husband and wife team who take extra care to create a menu filled with fresh ingredients and abundance of local flavor. The climate is comfortable and warm with Provencal landscape murals along the walls. It will be very easy to immerse yourself in the good wine, good food, and good conversation. So good in fact, that you may not even consideration celebrities such as Sheryl Crow and Lance Armstrong sitting at the table next to you!
Location: Place Amélie Pollonais, Villefrance-sur-Mer, France - Telephone: 04-93-76-73-24
Los Cabos' One & Only Palmilla Resort - Palmilla is settled on the southern end of Baja California... A hop skip and a jump away from L.A. And yet a extraordinary and quick getaway for celebrities. The area boasts great weather, scenery, outdoor activities, and plush resorts. Palmilla at Los Cabos was founded in the 50s (back when it was reachable only by plane or boat) and started catering to celebrities from the get go. John Wayne, Lucille Ball, Bing Crosby, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower all escaped to be pampered at Los Cabos. Some of the more modern celebrities to stay at the Palmilla contain Jessica Alba and Cash Warren.
Location: San José del Cabo, B.C.S. Mexico - Telephone: 624 146-7000
Now, get your dark sunglasses and get ready to tour like a star!
