Celebrity Vacation Hotspots
From Palm Springs and Punta Mita to Cabo and Capri, there are countless glamorous destinations where celebrities love to unwind.
But which vacation spots are the most popular for the rich and famous? And how much would it cost the average tourist to travel like these celebrities?
The travel and luggage experts at Bounce have determined the most popular vacation hotspots for some of the world’s favorite celebs and estimated how much their vacations could cost them. If you want to experience the vacation style of the rich and famous but on a lower budget, we’ve also found some of the best dupe locations to add to your vacation bucket list.
Tokyo is the most-talked-about celebrity vacation destination online
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- Kim Kardashian’s Tokyo vacation - 4,630 Google News articles
Being one of the most followed people on Instagram (361 million), it’s no surprise that Kim Kardashian tops the list. The American media personality and businesswoman visited Tokyo, Japan, in August 2023 with her eldest child, North. It seems as though the pair's vacation piqued the media's interest, as there were 4,630 articles written about it on Google News. Some of the news outlets that reported on Kim and North’s trip to Tokyo include People and E! Online.
- Taylor Swift’s Bahamas vacation - 3,470 Google News articles
In second place is pop princess Taylor Swift, who visited the Bahamas with her boyfriend Travis Kelce in March 2024. The singer and American football player spent their vacation on Harbour Island, which is famous for its three-mile-long pink sandy beach. Taylor’s current popularity with the media is reflected in the 3,470 Google News articles written about her Bahamas trip, including those written by Fox News and MSN.
- Dua Lipa’s Kosovo vacation - 705 Google News articles
Dua Lipa’s recent trip to her home country, Kosovo, comes in third place with 705 Google News articles. The singer and her father, Dukagjin Lipa, flew to the city of Pristina in July 2024 to enjoy all of the fun and music at Sunny Hill Festival. The festival, created by Dua and her dad, launched in 2018 and brings global artists together to perform in a lesser-known part of the world. The likes of Yahoo News Canada and ELLE reported on Dua’s summertime trip.
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Harbour Island, Bahamas
Estimated starting total from LHR - $2,335 / £1,832 / €2,141
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,833 / £1,438 / €1,680
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,500 / £1,177 / €1,376
When visiting the Bahamas, Taylor and Travis opted to stay at the Rosalita House Villa, which can cost up to a huge $110,000 for just five nights! While the beachfront villa - which features six bedrooms, a pool, a gym, a private chef, and three butlers - sounds particularly appealing, this will most likely be vastly out of most people’s budget.
If you want to experience a life of luxury but with a more affordable price tag, staying in a five-star hotel on Harbour Island will cost around $799 (£627 or €733) per night. Flights to the island’s nearest airport, North Eleuthera Airport, cost around $701 (£550 or €643) from JFK Airport, around $1,034 (£811 or €947) from LAX Airport and around $1,536 (£1,205 or €1,408) from London Heathrow Airport.
Cancun, Mexico
Estimated starting total from LHR - $1,547 / £1,213 / €1,413
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,021 / £801 / €933
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,241 / £973 / €1,133
If you’re looking for a cheaper Harbour Island dupe, then Cancun, Mexico, is a great option. The city is well-known for its downtown area and long beachfront strip, as well as being incredibly popular during the spring break period.
Tourists flying to Cancun from LAX Airport can expect to pay around $577 (£453 or €528). Other options include flying from JFK Airport for around $797 (£625 or €728) or flying from London Heathrow Airport for around $1,103 (£865 or €1,008). A stay in a five-star hotel in the city usually costs around $444 (£348 or €405) per night.
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Barcelona, Spain
Estimated starting total from LHR - $1,265 / £994 / €1,156
Estimated starting total from LAX - $2,279 / £1,789 / €2,082
Estimated starting total from JFK - $2,250 / £1,776 / €2,055
The Australian actor Chris Hemsworth visited the city of Barcelona with his family in July 2024. The Hemsworth clan were seen partaking in various family-friendly activities, such as an electric bike ride, which costs around $26 (£20 or €23.50) per hour, and the Balloon Museum, with an entry fee of $22 (£17 or €20). However, they also splashed the cash on some expensive meals, including the three-Michelin-star restaurant, Disfrutar, where the classic menu will set you back $322 (£254 or €295) per person.
If this sort of trip sounds appealing, you can book a stay in a five-star hotel in Barcelona for approximately $529 (£415 or €483) per night. Flights from London Heathrow Airport cost just $279 (£219 or €255). If you’re flying from the U.S., then you can expect to pay around $1,264 (£991 or €1,154) from JFK Airport and around $1,293 (£1,014 or €1,181) from LAX Airport.
Valencia, Spain
Estimated starting total from LHR - $1,055 / £828 / €962
Estimated starting total from LAX - $2,020 / £1,585 / €1,841
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,837 / £1,442 / €1,675
If you fancy visiting Spain but want a city that is less of a tourist hotspot, then head to Valencia. Flights to the city are slightly more expensive than those to Barcelona, standing at approximately $388 (£304 or €353) from London Heathrow Airport, $1,170 (£918 or €1,066) from JFK Airport, and $1,353 (£1,061 or €1,232) from LAX Airport.
However, hotels and activities are considerably cheaper in Valencia. You can expect to pay around $382 (£300 or €348) per night for a stay in a five-star hotel in the city. If you fancy an itinerary just like Chris’, then you can expect to pay approximately $13 (£10 or €12) to hire an electric bike for one hour and an entry fee of $10 (£8 or €9) to the Science Museum. Those celebrating a special occasion can enjoy the Ciutat Vella tasting menu at the two-Michelin-star restaurant El Poblet for $191 (£150 or €175) per person.
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Tokyo, Japan
Estimated starting total from LHR - $2,508 / £1,973 / €2,295
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,764 / £1,388 / €1,614
Estimated starting total from JFK - $2,807 / £2,208 / €2,569
The Kardashian-Jenner clan has a bit of a soft spot for Japan and is known to visit the country often. During her August 2023 trip to Tokyo with North, Kim visited the teamLabs interactive art exhibit, which has an entry fee of $29 (£23 or €26), and the Senso-ji Temple, which is free to enter. The mom-and-daughter duo also enjoyed a day of fun at Universal Studios Japan, which you can visit for $59 (£46 or €54).
They also enjoyed some delicious food at one of the members-only WAGYUMAFIA restaurants, which requires a prepaid reservation fee of $299 (£236 or €274). If you want to experience Tokyo’s culture, staying in a five-star hotel will cost you around $444 (£349 or €406). Flights to Tokyo cost approximately $933 (£734 or €854) from LAX Airport, $1,677 (£1,319 or €1,535) from London Heathrow Airport, and $1,976 (£1,554 or €1,809) from JFK Airport.
Fukuoka, Japan
Estimated starting total from LHR - $1,342 / £1,052 / €1,221
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,514 / £1,186 / €1,377
Estimated starting total from JFK - $2,339 / £1,832 / €2,127
Fukuoka is a lesser-known city in Japan, yet it still offers plenty of great experiences for tourists. Just like in Tokyo, teamLabs also has an exhibit in Fukuoka, but visitors can enter for a smaller fee of $16 (£13 or €15). While Fukuoka doesn’t have Universal Studios, thrill seekers can visit Dazaifu Amusement Park for just $21 (£17 or €19). Those wanting to experience authentic Japanese culture should head to the Tochoji Temple, which is free to enter.
If you’re on a budget but still want to devour a mouth-watering steak, then Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is a great option. Diners can enjoy a seven-course menu for $150 (£118 or €137). If you’re flying to Fukuoka from the U.S., then you can expect to pay around $1,084 (£848 or €985) from LAX Airport and around $1,909 (£1,494 or €1,735) from JFK Airport. Flights from London Heathrow Airport will set you back approximately $912 (£714 or €829). A stay in a five-star hotel in Fukuoka costs an average of $243 (£190 or €221) per night.
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Lake Muskoka, Canada
Estimated starting total from LHR - $1,878 / £1,478 / €1,721
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,559 / £1,227 / €1,429
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,595 / £1,255 / €1,462
In August 2023, the Beckham clan visited the stunning Lake Muskoka in Ontario, Canada. The area, which has been dubbed ‘the Hamptons of the North’, is the perfect place for adrenaline junkies to visit. Just like the Beckhams, tourists can participate in a variety of watersports on the crystal-clear lake. Due to the location’s popularity, it costs around $229 (£180 or €210) for a one-hour wake-surfing or barefoot skiing lesson. Or, if you don’t fancy getting on the water, you can visit one of the area’s ski clubs, where a lift ticket costs approximately $47 (£37 or €43) per day.
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to North Bay Airport cost around $1,026 (£808 or €940). The cost of flights from LAX and JFK Airport are relatively similar, costing $707 (£557 or €648) and $743 (£585 or €681) respectively. It costs an average of $347 (£273 or €318) per night to stay in a five-star hotel near Lake Muskoka.
Annapolis Valley, Canada
Estimated starting totalt from LHR - $1,024 / £806 / €937
Estimated starting total from LAX - $840 / £661 / €768
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,044 / £822 / €956
If you want to experience the celebrity lifestyle of Lake Muskoka but you’re on a budget, head to Annapolis Valley. The region, located in the province of Nova Scotia in Canada, is formed by a trough between two parallel mountain ranges. This makes it the perfect location for those who want to hit the slopes, with a lift ticket costing $40 (£31 or €37) per day. The valley is also located on the shore of the Bay of Fundy, meaning tourists can partake in watersports. Wakeboarding and water skiing cost considerably less here, at $91 (£72 or €83) for a membership fee and a 30-minute lesson.
A stay in a five-star hotel in Annapolis Valley costs an average of $149 (£117 or €136) per night. The price to fly to the area from London Heathrow or JFK Airport is almost the same, standing at $653 (£514 or €598) and $673 (£530 or €617) respectively. It costs even less to fly from LAX Airport, with visitors paying around $469 (£369 or €429).
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Cayman Islands
Estimated starting total from LHR - $2,702 / £2,114 / €2,461
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,632 / £1,277 / €1,486
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,601 / £1,253 / €1,458
The American fashion model Bella Hadid traveled to the beautiful Cayman Islands in August 2023. The British Overseas Territories are located in the Caribbean Sea, making them perfect for beach lovers. Bella and her best friend, Fanny Bourdette-Donon, stayed at the exclusive Palm Heights resort, where a week-long stay in a suite can cost over $10,000 (£7,900 or €9,100)! The hefty price tag includes a pool and beach club, watersports, stylish suites, and breathtaking views.
For those who want to live the luxurious life of Bella Hadid but on a more tourist-friendly budget, a week-long stay in a five-star hotel will cost an average of $905 (£708 or €824) per night. Flights to the island cost around $696 (£545 or €824) from JFK Airport, $727 (£569 or €662) from LAX Airport, and $1,797 (£1,406 or €1,637) from London Heathrow Airport.
Maui, Hawaii, United States
Estimated starting total from LHR - $2,477 / £1,938 / €2,256
Estimated starting total from LAX - $1,424 / £1,114 / €1,297
Estimated starting total from JFK - $1,769 / £1,384 / €1,611
If you don’t fancy visiting the Cayman Islands but want a similar sort of vacation, then Maui is a great option. The island, located in the state of Hawaii in the U.S., is well-known for its 30 miles of sandy beaches, stunning coves, and breathtaking coastal paths. It’s the ideal vacation spot for surfers, as the island has some of the biggest surfable waves in the world.
The cost of flying to Maui can vary depending on the departure airport. For example, flights from London Heathrow Airport cost around $1,549 (£1,212 or €1,411), and flights from LAX Airport cost approximately $496 (£388 or €452), which are both cheaper than flights to the Cayman Islands. However, to fly from JFK Airport, you can expect to pay around $841 (£726 or €845), making it a bit more expensive. A stay in a five-star hotel in Maui costs a similar price to the Cayman Islands, at $928 (£726 or €845).
Cody Candee, CEO and Founder of Bounce, comments on popular celebrity vacation hotspots:
“People often follow celebrity’s lives on social media, as well as through the news. Of course, this includes highly popular tourist locations such as Barcelona, Cancun, and Miami. But it’s great to see that celebrities like Dua Lipa are helping to put lesser-known destinations, like Pristina in Kosovo, on the map.
More and more celebrities are visiting cities in Japan as well, from reality stars like the Kardashians and Charli D’Amelio to models like Elle Macpherson and Emily Ratajkowski. I highly recommend visiting cities in Japan, such as Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Sapporo. They all have a wide variety of things to experience and explore, including beautiful temples, delicious food and breathtaking art exhibits.
Of course, when you’re exploring a celebrity’s favorite vacation spot, you don’t want your luggage to become a burden. When visiting a new location, it’s advised that you use luggage storage so that you can experience everything the city has to offer without worrying about your belongings.”
Methodology:
We began by creating a seed list of celebrities that had been spotted on vacation in either 2023 or 2024, using sources such as E!.
We then ranked the seed list according to the number of Google News articles made about each celebrity’s vacation.
Next, we conducted desk research to discover details of each celebrity’s vacation (where possible), including where they stayed and what activities they participated in. This included using sources such as Fox News, Daily Mail, People, The Standard, and Grazia. We also estimated how much this would have cost each celebrity using the vendor’s individual websites.
We then discovered a dupe for each celebrity location, using sources such as Travel and Leisure, iNews, Todd Fong, Vrbo, and The Travel.
We used Skyscanner to discover the cost of a return flight for each location from London Heathrow Airport, LAX Airport, and JFK Airport, departing on 26 August 2024 and returning on 2 September 2024.
We used Booking.com to discover the average cost per night to stay in a five-star hotel in each location.
All currencies were converted on 6 August 2024.
Please note that all estimated total costs only include the details that were made public about each celebrity’s holiday.
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