How To Spot Gwyneth Paltrow and Lucy Hale in Paris

Ever wonder where celebrities visit while they’re in Paris?

Well, Bradley Cooper has been known to stay at luxurious Villa La Coste in Provence. The Villa Tropicale 4-bedroom suite is equipped with a video projector, heated pool on a spacious deck with plenty of seating, and even a grassy area with a set of swings.

Meanwhile, Rita Ora has been seen at Hotel de Crillon. The largest suite is the L’Ecrivain, which features a minibar, private balcony, soaking tub, and entertainment including streaming services.

When it comes to dining, Gwyneth Paltrow seems to enjoy lunch at La Dome Cafe. Leonardo Di Caprio eats his dinner at Le Sourire de Saigon. And both Jessica Alba and Lana Del Ray have been to a corner bistro called L’Avenue.

As for shopping, Mariah Carey and Halle Berry can be found at The Golden Triangle. This is made up of three streets in the shape of a triangle, with high-end designers including Valentino and Armani.

Another popular place to spot to catch a celebrity would be at a fashion event.

Lucy Hale attended the Miu Miu Fashion Show in October of 2021.

Emma Watson and Hunter Schafer were at the Schiaparelli Fashion Show just a little over a week ago.

Bella Hadid and Gigi Hadid were both in the Vivienne Westwood Fashion Show in March of 2022.

Good luck and thanks for the read!

-xo, Nicole (:

Where I Want My Next Tropical Destination To Be & Why

I personally LOVE the beach. Staying in an all-inclusive resort on a white sand beach, with a view of the sparkling blue water is pretty much all I dream about. And having the option to stay in an over-the-water bungalow would be an amazing bonus! Therefore, my next destination of choice would have to be Montego Bay, Jamaica.

About

Montego Bay, located in the northwest portion of the Jamaican island, is full of resorts, beaches, and some golf courses. It is a popular vacation destination for tourists, as it is full of natural beauty, lively nightlife, shops, and activities. On average, the temperature is between 72 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, which is ideal for taking a dip in the ocean or the pool.

Attractions

  • Doctor Cave’s Beach
  • Luminous Lagoon Glistening Waters
  • Chukka’s Jungle Outpost – includes river rafting/or ziplining
  • Sam Sharpe Square
  • Aqua-Sol Theme Park
  • Cornwall Beach
  • Main Street Jamaica
  • Gloucester Avenue – includes dining, stores, and art galleries
  • ATV/Jeep safaris
  • Water sports – snorkeling, sailing, fishing,
  • Whitter Village Shopping Mall
  • 876 Beach Club
  • Horseback riding/swimming
  • Montego Bay Marine Park

All-Inclusive Resorts

Sandals Royal Caribbean

SeaGarden Beach Resort

Secrets Wild Orchid

Zoetry Montego Bay

Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa

Food

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Rick’s Cafe

Usain Bolt’s Track & Records

The Houseboat Grill

Pier One

Marguerites

Sugar Mill

Scotchies

The Pork Pit

Well, if my blog didn’t convince you to plan a getaway to Jamaica, I’m not sure what will!

Thanks for reading (:

-xo, Nicole

An Inside Look at L.A.

Personal experience

Over 6 years ago, I took a trip to the City of Angels, or more widely known as, Los Angeles, California. My AirBnB was in a prime location of West Hollywood, just steps to the Walk of Fame. Within the week that I was there, some of the major attractions that I hit were the Griffith Observatory, with a view of the infamous “Hollywood” sign to my left, the Santa Monica Pier, Koreatown, and the Grove. And yes, of course, I had to try In N’ Out Burger. Besides West Hollywood, I took transportation to and from North Hollywood and Anaheim. In Anaheim, I attended the annual Vidcon event, as I was in two YouTube Collab groups at the time. While at the event, I met popular YouTube stars including Christian Collins, Maggie Lindemann, Arden Rose, Lauren Giraldo, and Zachary Piona. I had an overall great vacation in Los Angeles and am looking forward to eventually going back again.

About L.A.

Located in Southern California, Los Angeles has the most amazing weather, especially when I visited in July. During that time, it was, on average, 75 degrees Fahrenheit and sunny, every day. The coldest month there is January, and even then, the weather only drops down to roughly 55 degrees Fahrenheit. However, if you want to avoid larger crowds, you may want to try to go between March and May or between September and November. For specifically going to the beaches, July or August would be recommended.

L.A. is the biggest city in the state, consisting of over 500 square miles. There are a total of 88 smaller cities just within that metropolitan area.

Favorite Tourist Attractions

  • Runyon Canyon – This is where you may have a chance to spot a celebrity on a hike. Justin Bieber, Channing Tatum, and Natalie Portman have been seen here before.
  • Griffith Park – Being 5x larger than Central Park in New York City, it contains a planetarium/observatory, golf courses, zoo, train rides, tennis courts, trails, and the Bronson Caves, where the Batman series took place. This park, and Lake Hollywood Park, are likely the greatest places to observe the Hollywood sign.
  • Universal Studios – Found in the San Fernando Valley region is this 425 acre theme park and film studio. There are tours with attractions there, based on movies, including Jaws and the Fast and Furious franchise. If you are a Harry Potter fan, you need to check out the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter” area within the park. Get tickets here.
  • Disneyland – Based off of Disney-themed movies, it is nearly impossible to not have fun spending the day at the Disneyland park in Anaheim.
  • Santa Monica – This coastal city, beach, and pier, home to the end of Route 66, overlooks the Pacific Ocean.
  • Sunset Boulevard – This iconic strip is 22 miles long. You will probably want to explore the stretch between North Crescent Heights Blvd and Doheny Drive, where the stores and nightlife are. Along the boulevard are tourist stops, like the Roxy Theater, where Bob Marley recorded live albums, and The Comedy Store, where Jerry Seinfeld has performed.
  • Rodeo Drive – This Beverly Hills road is known for its designer boutiques, Armani, Cartier, and Coco Chanel, to name a few. Britney Spears, P. Diddy, Paris Hilton, and Jack Black are some of many public figures who shop here.
  • Warner Bros. StudioHere, you can purchase tickets to take a tour of the studio where the hit TV shows Friends and The Big Bang Theory were shot.
  • Beaches – Huntington, Venice, Laguna, and Malibu are among the highest-rated beaches on the Southern California coastline.
  • Hollywood Blvd – Along this lively street, you can find the Walk of Fame, with approximately 2500 Hollywood star’s names on it. Plus, the Kodak Theater is where the Academy Awards are held annually. And let’s not forget about the TCL Chinese Theater, the location at which the Stars Wars franchise premiered back in 1977.
  • Capital Records – Intended to look like a stack of vinyl records set on a turntable, this building is the studio in which Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole have recorded songs.
  • Guided Tour – Ride in a vehicle and take pictures of celebrity homes in Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills.

Most Luxurious Hotels in Los Angeles

The Peninsula

The Hollywood Roosevelt

Beverly Hills Hotel

Hotel Bel-Air

The Maybourne Beverly Hills

The Viceroy Santa Monica

The London West Hollywood

Waldorf Astoria

The W Hollywood

Where would you visit if you traveled to L.A.? Let me know in the comments below!

-xo,

Nicole

2021 Gift Guide for Travelers

Know an avid traveler that you need to purchase a present for this holiday season? I’ve got you covered! Here are 10 excellent gift ideas that you can buy online.

Bucket List Journal


Adventure Fund Box

Scratch the World Travel Map


Airline Giftcard


Digital Luggage Scale


Adjustable Travel Pillow

Luggage Tags

Travel Journal Cards


Destination of a Lifetime Book


Packing List Notepad

I hope this post helped you out!

Thanks for the read 🙂

-xo, Nicole

Popular International Spots for Beyoncé, Nina Dobrev, and Zac Efron

Saint Tropez, France

St tropez Riva
Photo – JimsBack

Leonardo DiCaprio, Naomi Campbell, Beyoncé and Jay Z are among some of the A-list celebrities who have traveled to the coastal town of Saint Tropez, located in the French Riviera. 

Hawaii

Hawaii
Photo by Erik Cooper

Nina Dobrev, Billie Eilish, Owen Wilson, Selena Gomez, Jason Mamoa have visited one of the gorgeous Hawaiian islands before. 

Aspen, CO

Photo – Perfect Zero

The Kardashain/Jenner family, Mariah Carey, and Rebel Wilson have all hit the slopes in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. 

Bora Bora

Bora Bora
Photo by Benoit Mahe

Courtney Cox, Keith Urban, and Halle Berry have taken a trip to this blue-water paradise in French Polynesia. 

Dubai 

Dubai
Photo by Michaela Loheit

A few well-known stars who have been to this luxurious city on the Persian Gulf are Zac Efron, Will Smith, and David Guetta. 

The Hamptons

2007 - The hamptons
Photo by Jens Karlsson

The Hamptons is a place where many celebrities actually own vacation homes, such as Neil Patrick Harris, Anderson Cooper, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Brooke Shields. 

Los Cabos, Mexico

Great Taxi Ride in Cabo
Photo by Carolyn Savell

The cast of The Hills, including Lauren Conrad, Audrina Patridge, and Brody Jenner shot an episode of the show in Los Cabos. Oprah Winfrey and Cameron Diaz are among others to have been here as well. 

Lake Como, Italy

Varenna, Lake Como, Italy

Another location where multiple celebrities have homes is Lake Como. A couple of them are Madonna, George Clooney, and Johnny Depp. 


Thanks for the read! 🙂

-xo, Nicole

The Outback of Australia

Western Australia is the largest of the 6 states in the country, covering 1/3 of it. This land mainly consists of a dry, open desert with plateaus and mountain ranges.

Yet, it is also home to vineyards, caves, and beaches along the Indian Ocean. So, if you are wondering if you should travel there in the future, the answer is definitely yes!

Perth
Photo taken by Pedro Szekely

Perth (pictured above), a huge metropolitan area on the coast of Western Australia, is worth stopping at. Inside of this area is the international airport, historical sites, museums, a planetarium, retail shopping, arcades, dining, bars, nightclubs, rum distilleries, parks, and much more.

More specifically, the top sights include:

  • King’s Park and Botanic Garden
  • The Bell Tower
  • Adventure World
  • Caversham Wildlife Park
  • Scarborough Beach
  • Mundy Regional Park
  • Caversham Wildlife Park
  • Carnac Island
  • Shoalwater Islands Marine Park
  • Leighton Beach
  • Heirisson Island
  • Nostalgia Box Museum
  • Elizabeth Quay
  • Hillary’s Boardwalk
  • Mettams Pool

Some luxurious, yet affordable hotels include:

QT Perth

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Deluxe King Room

Duxton Hotel

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Another option would be the town of Margaret River. Located south of Perth, it is known for the production of wine, as well as, its surfing locations along the coast. Some note-worthy spots would be:

  • Meelup Beach
  • Point Piquet
  • Cape Mentelle Vineyards
  • Injidup Natural Spa
  • Ngligi Cave
  • A Maze’n Margaret River
  • Leeuwin Estate
  • Geographe Bay

Pullman Bunker Bay Resort

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Mile End Glamping

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Luxury Dome Tent


A great location for exploring the Outback would be the region known as the Kimberley. It is at the very top of the country, bordering the northern territory. It has several breathtaking sites all throughout, such as gorges, rock pools, beaches, and waterfalls. However, you will either need to take a guided tour, which can last between 2 days and 2 weeks, or use a 4WD vehicle, due to the uneven terrain.

Within the Kimberley is a town with a magnificent beach, called Broome. It is a popular tourism destination with hot spots including:

  • Cable Beach
  • Karijini National Park
  • Sun Pictures
  • Gantheaume Point
  • Streeter’s Jetty
  • Rowley Shoals
  • Willie Creek Pearl Farm
  • Sundowner Camel Tours
  • Broome Gallery
  • Gantheaume Point
  • Chinatown
  • Go Horizontal Falls Tour

The Pearle of Cable Beach

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Superior Pool Villa

Moonlight Bay Suites

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Have you been to Western Australia or are planning to go soon? Let me know in the comments below!

Thanks again for the read! 🙂

xo, Nicole

15 Must-Haves For Your Next Beach Trip

  1. Waterproof Tote Bag

2. Canopy Umbrella

3. Beverage Can Insulator



4. Tanning Lotion


5. Portable Folding Table


6. Sunglasses

7. Beach Pillow

8. Swimsuits


9. Spikeball

10. Waterproof Underwater Camera


11. Beach Towels


12. Backpack Cooler


13. Giant Beach Blanket


14. Swimsuit Coverup

15. Sunscreen Bundle

Best U.S. Hiking Spots to Hit on Your Next Road Trip

If you need a getaway but also would like to maintain social distancing, a road trip might be the perfect solution for you. There are alternatives to staying in a hotel that may be safer. You can rent an RV/camper, rent a private cabin or Airbnb, or go tent camping. Here is a list of amazing spots that you can take a road trip to throughout the United States:

Yellowstone National Park

Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook
Grand Prismatic Spring, Wyoming

Yellowstone is located in Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana, consisting of almost 3,500 square miles. It contains geysers, canyons, rivers/lakes, hot springs, forests, and hiking trails, all scattered throughout. The most well-known destinations located within the park are the Grand Prismatic Spring and the Old Faithful Geyser.  

The Canyons of Arizona

Grand Canyon - South Rim - Mather Point
Grand Canyon, South Rim, Arizona

The famous one that everyone should already known about is the Grand Canyon. The South Rim of the Grand Canyon has the greatest views and is the most suitable path for hiking. Much further north is the Antelope Canyon, which is described as a slot canyon with upper and lower sections. The Upper Antelope Canyon is easily accessed, as it is located on ground level. Meanwhile, Lower Antelope Canyon is a more difficult hike, even with the stairs for visitors to walk down, but draws people in due to the beauty of the spiral rock arches. 

Blue Ridge Mountains 

Blue Ridge Mountains Aerial 2 - Near Asheville NC
Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina

These mountains get the name from their blue tint that is seen from a distance. It is located in the eastern part of the United States, from Pennsylvania, down to Georgia. The highest peak of the mountains is Mt. Mitchell in North Carolina. In this range are the popular national parks, Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains. Shenandoah National Park is located in Virginia, and has trails leading to waterfalls, mountains, and limestone caves like Luray Caverns. From the overlooks, you can get gorgeous views of the sunrise or sunset. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a mountain range along the borders of North Carolina and Tennessee. It has scenic valleys, nature trails, rivers, and waterfalls. 

Appalachian Trail

Sunrise at Great Smoky Mountains
Clingmans Dome

From Maine to Georgia, there are countless places to start hiking on the Appalachian Trail. It has various types of scenery on this 2,200 mile path. Hikers have arguably ranked McAfee Knob, Mount Katahdin, and Clingmans Dome as some of the top places to visit. 

Mount Rainier National Park

Tolmie Peak, Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier & Eunice Lake, Washington

Mount Rainier itself is an active stratovolcano located in the state of Washington. Besides mountains, the park is filled with waterfalls, glaciers, blue lakes, and wildflower fields (only in July and August). Scenic gondola rides are offered with breathtaking views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Mountains. Tipsoo Lake Loop and Snow Lake Trails are must-sees while you are there.

Glacier National Park

Two Glaciers, tarn lake and waterfall
Upper Grinnell Glacier, Montana

This national park is located in Montana, right on the United States/Canadian border. It has over 700 miles of trails for visitors to hike on, as well as, part of the Rocky Mountains. Glacier National Park is filled with hundreds of lakes and waterfalls. The largest lake in it is Lake McDonald. In it is an abundance of naturally colored rocks that can be seen from Apgar Village. Some recommended paths are Hidden Lake Trail or Grinnell Glacier Trail.

Acadia National Park

maine 18 jordan pond
Jordan Pond, Maine

Acadia is on the coast of Maine, consisting of rocky beaches, ponds, and forests. Jordan Pond, Cadillac Mountains, and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse have excellent views of the sunrises and sunsets. The best time to visit would be September to November if you are interested in colorful fall foliage.

Zion National Park

Sunrise on Angels Landing, Zion NP 2014
Angels Landing, Utah

Located in Utah is Zion National Park. The red cliffs, waterfalls, hanging gardens, and emerald pools are  what draws visitors in. You will want to see the Lower Emerald Pools, Angels Landing, and The Narrows while in that recreation area. 

Arches National Park

Arches National Park Delicate Arch
Delicate Arch, Utah

Arches National Park is in Grand County, Utah. It is such a unique location with over 2,000 natural red arches. The Delicate Arch Trail is rated the #1 in the park. 

Olympic National Park

Waterfall Along Hoh River Trail
Hoh River Trail, Washington

The beautiful national park is found in Washington state. Inside it are alpine areas, rainforests, and the coastline. If you are looking to explore a temperate rainforest, Hoh River Trail is a great option. If you take the Third Beach Hike, you will end up on the pacific coast.

Silver Falls State Park

Middle North Falls, Silver Falls State Park, Oregon
Middle North Falls, Silver Falls State Park, Oregon

In Oregon is Silver Falls State Park. If you love waterfalls, like myself, you will really enjoy this recreation area. Along the Trail of Ten Falls is 7.9 miles of 10 incredible waterfalls.

There are so many breathtaking parks to choose from all over the United States. I would love to visit them all!

Thanks for reading ðŸ™‚

-xo, Nicole