Secret Celebrity Getaways

Ever wondered where the paparazzi-plagued celebrities run to when they want to escape prying eyes and the constant scrutiny of shutterbugs. From Necker Island to Jaipur’s Oberoi Rajvilas, here are 7 escapes the stars love

Necker Island, British Virgin Islands Who: Richard Branson, Mel Gibson, Oprah Winfrey, Harrison Ford, Steven Spielberg Why: Spend a starry night under the open skies on the idyllic private paradise ­called Necker Island.

The Wakaya Club, Fiji Who: Nicole Kidman, Penélope Cruz, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes Why: Tucked away amongst Fiji’s 333 islands, this intensely private coral-encircled gem offers 10 super-luxurious residences.

The Royal Palm Resort, Ecuador Who: Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Why: Surrounded by 500 acres of lush, tropical forests, the hotel provides privacy and is an excellent option for the discrete traveller.

Taj Exotica, India Who: Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan

The Gstaad Palace, Switzerland Who: Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan, Robbie Williams, Paris Hilton Why: Check into the 99-year old hotel nestled in the serene Swiss Alps; you never know who you may bump into.

Aman-i-Khás Resort, India Who: Katy Perry and Russell Brand Why: The Aman-i-Khás, with its secluded location around the wilderness of Ranthambore National Park is an exotic romantic getaway in Rajasthan.

The Oberoi Rajvilas, India Who: Naomi Campbell, Bianca Jagger, the Duke and Duchess of Kent, Bill Clinton

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