Despite being a Los Angeles high school football legend and attending Stanford during his college years, John Elway was born in Port Angeles, Washington, leaving him to hold the crown of the Evergreen State over of Chicago Bears legend Brian Urlacher. As previously stated, Elway spent his collegiate years at Stanford University where he not only excelled at football but baseball as well. Elway was so good at baseball, he was drafted in the 1981 MLB Draft by the New York Yankees. Elway went on to play with the team's affiliate team Oneonta Yankees prior to choosing football as his ultimate pro-sports career.
After having major success in college, Elway was drafted first overall by the Baltimore Colts in the 1983 NFL Draft. Due to contract struggles and Elway's unwillingness to play in Baltimore, he later joined the Denver Broncos where he would become a Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback. Elway's NFL career was one hell of a rollercoaster losing three Super Bowls prior to being the driving force the franchises first Super Bowl victory at Super Bowl XXXII. The next year, Elway led the Broncos to another championship. With one NFL MVP (1987), one Super Bowl MVP (Super Bowl XXXIII) and nine Pro Bowl selections, his career wasn't perfect, but he never backed down and wasn't afraid to fail. To this very day, Elway works closely with the Denver Broncos franchise.
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.