Brad Pitt shares his 5 favourite Holiday Destinations

Brad Pitt, one of the most accomplished performers in Hollywood, has been nominated twice for the Academy Award for Best Actor, for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) and Moneyball (2011). Pitt's initial acknowledged roles were on television, beginning with Another World (1964) and continuing with the recurring part of Randy on the iconic prime time soap opera Dallas (1978). Pitt's portrayal of Achilles in the high-budget historical movie Troy (2004) helped solidify his appeal as an action actor. This was followed by a co-starring part in the stylish spy-versus-spy film Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005). Pitt, who married Jennifer Aniston in a widely publicised ceremony in 2000, found Angelina Jolie on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith. In 2005, Pitt broke up with Jennifer Aniston for Angelina Jolie, a split that continues to generate tabloid gossip years after it happened. They have six children, three adoptive and three biological.

India is a land of variations and contradictions, more of a continent that a single country. With countless languages and dialects, religions and belief systems, this ancient yet fast modernizing country offers a huge variety of attractions and places to visit to an international traveler. From the Taj Mahal in the North and the Mughal monuments of Delhi to the Palaces & museums of Rajasthan, Nightlife of Mumbai to the beach resorts of Goa, Incredible temples of South India to a range of wildlife resorts spread across the plains, a journey to India is a holistic vacation in itself. Brad finds India an extremely fascinating place and has cherished the warmth and love he has recieved on his visit to the sub-continent. He wants to spend much more time visiting India and exploring its hinterlands. Particularly fond of spicy Indian cuisine, he finds the food rich in taste, variety and aroma, a unique blend that is a treat to the palate. 

Paris is another favourite hotspot for Brad Pitt and he loves to frequent this incredible city that has a 'touch of class', in his words. Cruising on the Siene river enjoying a gourmet meal is one of his favourite memories. One can Indulge his inner romantic on an charming evening cruise down the Seine and see the City of Lights at its most magical. Relish a decadent 4-course dinner, with live music on-board, as you float past illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower. Visiting Château de Chambord-the inspiration for Disney's `Beauty and the Beast´, was the highlight of his first vacation in Paris. One can also take a side trip to check out the beaches of Normandy, Landmarks such as the Palace of Versailles and Monet's Impressionist garden at Giverny are another favourite with tourists visiting Paris. A guided tour of Palace of Versailles gives one a peep into the life of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the revolution. 
 

Dubai is Brad's favourite city in the Middle East and a real party place in his opinion. Staying at a rented villa on the Palm Jumeriah is a pinnacle of luxury and has been a truly mesmerizing experience for Brad. Dubai has an amazing nightlife with a plethora of pubs, bars and clubs that attract socialites and party goers from across the region. A city built keeping in mind tourism as a major source of revenue, Dubai has created a range of tourism focused avenues such as the World's 1st Indoor Ski resort, the Bollywood Park and super premium Burj Al Khalifa. For the high end tourist, there are yatches available on rent which can be taken on a tour of the Arabian Gulf, a truly scintillating experience to have with your friends or family. The Ferrari museum in Abu Dhabi, about an hours drive from Dubai, is a one of its kind attraction and worth a visit from Dubai. Do not forget to check out a Belly dance performance when in Dubai, its a real treat.

Brad has fond memories of his travels through China, a country he finds fascinating and intriguing. Given its incredible historical background, China offers an amazing array of ancient monuments and structures for tourists to visit. The most popular amongst these are the Great Wall of China, the largest manmade structure in the World and the Museum of Qin Terra Cotta Warriors, a collection of thousands of terra cotta figures that has been converted into a museum for tourists. A visit to the Chimelong Safari Park in Guanzhou can get you in front of adorable pandas, which are regarded as a National animal in China. The historic yet modern city of Macau was an enjoyable trip for Brad, where he loved to watch the 'House of Dancing Water' show, a spectacular dance performance created over water fountains. Macau offers an array of historical sites as well as luxurious modern casinos for tourists to have a gala time.

Thailand is a favourite travel destination for a lot of people, celebrities included. Brad has an incredible time on his visit to this Asian country and simply loved the food, nightlife and beaches of this incredible tourist destination. He had a fantastic time visiting Phuket Island, the biggest island of Thailand on the Andaman Sea. Dotted with the most exquisite beaches that provide a wide range of water sports; Phuket is also a haven for foodies with a wide range of Asian restaurants serving authentic Thai and Asian cuisine. Top Phuket beaches include Patong beach, Kamala beach, Kata beach and the Mai Khao beach. A luxury boat or yatch trip to the Phi Phi Islands or the James Bond Island is a top excursion with most tourists. One can visit the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary to spend time with friendly elephants and feed them their favourite foods. Thailand is a historic country and its Buddhist temples and monasteries are totally worth a visit for their gorgeous architecture, carvings and beautiful sculptures.