California, Here I Come!
Gwyneth Paltrow was born in 1972 and grew up in Santa Monica. Believe it or not, her favorite hotel in Los Angeles is Shutters On The Beach in her home town. "I have a house in L.A., but I prefer to live there – and I also put up my friends here. For me, staying here means being in California!"

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Honeymoon

Romance
In 2018, the actress said "yes" to screenwriter and director Brad Falchuk – and went on a honeymoon to the Maldives at the Soneva Jani  resort, which included an overwater villa, private pool, personal butler and plenty of dramatic sunsets. Yes!

Indulgence

Snacking
"When I'm traveling, I don't watch my calories. When I get home, I pull myself together again, but I don't want to be in Paris without being allowed to eat a croissant!" Or cannoli from Perugia's famous bakery, Sandri , as Paltrow recently posted.

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Faithful companion

Doesn't leave home without it
What does Goop founder and style icon Gwyneth Paltrow always have with her? A notebook from Smythson , the British luxury brand for stationery and leather goods. Perfect "to write down notes or thoughts", or for holding in front of your face as protection from the paparazzi.

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City trip

New York
"The best time to travel to New York is in the fall. I like to visit the city when the Met, Guggenheim or Whitney have good exhibitions ." The "Carlyle Hotel" is Gwyneth's second home, the "Ballato's" her favorite Italian –and the "Polo Bar" by Ralph Lauren her favorite bar: "I love the vodka martini there!" 

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Dream Destination

Bella Italia
Pecorino, prosciutto and truffles: Umbria fits Paltrow's tastes – and the Castello di Reschio  is the perfect accommodation. Or as the Hollywood star puts it, "one of my favorite places in the world". The estate extends over 1500 hectares, the heart of which is the Castello, a castle built in the 10th century.

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