Like every Hollywood A-Lister, Tom Cruise doesn't stand a chance of taking every part he's offered. He'd never get a day off if he did! Cruise was the first choice to play 'Iron Man,' and has had to watch as Robert Downey Junior had the time of his life playing the superhero. That's not 'the one that got away' for Cruise, though. His biggest mistake was letting Russell Crowe play John Nash in 'A Beautiful Mind.'
For all the incredible achievements of Cruise's long career, the one accolade that's always escaped him is an Oscar. Incredibly, he's never been selected as 'Best Actor.' 'A Beautiful Mind' was an Oscar-worthy film, winning several awards and gaining a nomination for 'Best Actor.' It didn't win, but if it had been Cruise in the role could he have picked up the award where Crowe failed? We'll never know, but it might have been Cruise's best shot, and he missed out.
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.