While both Deron Williams and Jason Williams are both NBA point guards worthy of notoriety, they can't top the contributions that 'Mr. Clutch' Jerry West has instilled throughout his career as NBA player and front office executive in the league. There's no denying the man that is the living embodiment of the NBA logo. The 6'2 point guard, born in Chelyan, West Virginia played three years of collegiate basketball at the University of West Virginia before being drafted 2nd overall by the Minneapolis Lakers in 1960 NBA Draft.
From there he went on to lead the Lakers to an NBA Championship in 1970 and he's the only NBA player to be named NBA Finals MVP after losing the series in 1967. Mr. West also notched a total of fourteen NBA All-Star honors and ten All-NBA First Team roster spots throughout his fourteen-year long NBA career. He's also quite the NBA executive, he's helped the Lakers win a total of six NBA Championships as a talent scout and general manager and he even set up the current Golden State Warriors dynasty up for success.
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.