Before you start sending hate mail to us - or to Daniel Radcliffe - we should point out that Radcliffe didn't hate the character of Harry Potter at all, and he still loves the franchise and the career it's brought him. Nor does he have any issue with the source material; he's as big a fan of the books as everyone else is. Like Kate Winslet with 'Titanic,' it's his own performance that he takes issue with.
We saw Radcliffe grow from a boy into a young man over the course of the films, and we also slowly saw him learning how to act. By the end of it all he was accomplished, but Radcliffe feels like he was at his worst in 'Harry Potter and The Half Blood Prince.' As perhaps his own fiercest critic, he says that his performance was 'one-note,' and that he was complacent at the time of recording. We don't think he should be so harsh on himself; there were far worse offenders within the 'Harry Potter' franchise than him!
Whether celebrities are looking to be in the spotlight or escape the paparazzi, there are some popular vacation destinations that always seem to be frequented by the stars. Celeb spotting is a favorite pastime of many travelers, and you might be able to snag a photo or even an autograph when you visit these top celebrity vacation spots around the world. Although the price tags may be a bit higher in these destinations than your average budget getaway, these are some of the best celebrity vacation spots that you can start saving up to visit and enjoy the trip of a lifetime.
One of the classiest celebrity vacation spots in Europe is Mallorca, Spain. It’s known as a spot to be posh more than a spot to party. Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones have a house here, and it’s been a favorite getaway for Gwenyth Paltrow. Some of the local favorites that boast the most celebrity sightings include the Wellies Restaurant and Bar, Puerto Portals, and Es Trenc Beach.
Saint Tropez is known for its amazing beaches and blissful landscapes. Celebrity couples like Beyoncé and Jay Z and David and Victoria Beckham have been spotted vacationing along these famous beaches. The Cote d’Azur seaport is a big draw for celebs here, as well as top beach clubs like Club 55.
Perhaps the most well-known celebrity that loves Lake Como is George Clooney. He has a villa with over a dozen rooms here so he can bring all his friends along to relax, get away, and party. Villa d’Este is another popular place celebrities choose to stay because of its attention to privacy. Just ask Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bette Midler, or Sylvester Stallone!
Sure, there are plenty of celebrities that call Sydney home year-around, but there are lots of others who like to visit for a surfing and sailing getaway. Sydney’s Bondi Beach has been a top vacation pick for Leonardo DiCaprio and Hugh Jackman, and some A-list accommodations are the InterContinental Hotel and the Park Hyatt in the Rocks.