Although often busy with tournaments, the captain of the Argentina team, Lionel Messi, also has “gut” tourist attractions that are especially loved by him and his family.
1. Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza is perhaps the most favorite tourist destination of Lionel Messi. The Argentine superstar has spent many vacations here.
Ibiza is located in the Mediterranean Sea and is part of the Balearic Islands, Spain. This is a famous tourist destination, a favorite place for many stars, including Messi.
In 2017, just weeks before the wedding, Messi spent 37,330 pounds (about more than 1 billion) for a single evening at a restaurant in Ibiza. Although after that, the player laughed and said no to that extent, but perhaps it also partly shows Messi’s love for this place.
Even in the context of the pandemic, in 2020, Messi was still seen traveling here with his family and close colleague Luis Suarez. This is the time before the second leg of the round of 16 of the Champions League against Napoli.
Perhaps, Messi loves Ibiza so much that it has become a habit to come here before every important occasion.
2. Formentera, Spain
Like Ibiza, Formentera is also an island in the Balearic Islands, Spain. This island is famous for its vast views of the beautiful turquoise waters of the Mediterranean with its long sandy beaches, countless restaurants, luxury hotels and peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
Messi also frequents this island. He used to come here in 2018, 2019 and also this year. Messi is accompanied by his wife and children, friends and sometimes their whole family such as Luis Suarez, Cesc Fabregas.
The paparazzi have also captured images of Messi’s wife, Antonella Roccuzzo and Daniella Semaan, Fabregas’ wife – enjoying a vacation here. Messi even brought his beloved yacht to cruise around the Mediterranean.
3. Sitges, Spain
Sitges is a city located in Catalunya, Spain. In 2011, the Argentina captain took a vacation in the city with his then-girlfriend Antonella Roccuzzo (both officially married in 2017).
The paparazzi went “crazy” to see Messi and his girlfriend resting on the beach. The reason is not only in love, but also because he traveled with his other half right after Argentina was eliminated from the Copa America in the quarterfinals against the champion team Uruguay, more specifically, it was also a tournament held in Vietnam. his hometown.
Although Sitges is located in Spain, it is only 35 km from Argentina. Perhaps because of that, Messi often drives here to rest. He even owns a hotel worth up to 34 million USD here.
4. Antigua, Caribbean
There are many reports that Messi loves to visit the Caribbean in the Caribbean, especially the island of Antigua. Messi visited the resort at Jumby Bay, Antigua Island. This is also where he honeymooned with his wife.
This resort is extremely expensive for tourists. Each night can cost up to £5,000.
However, that is nothing with the huge salary of the Argentine star. Many other celebrities have also visited the Jumby Bay island resort such as actor Will Smith, singer Paul McCartney.
5. Rosario, Argentina
This is the hometown of Lionel Messi, where he was born crying. Because he is often abroad, every time he has time, Messi often takes advantage of the place to visit the “buried umbilical cord” place, which is probably not surprising to many people.
Every year Messi visits Rosario, he even built a hotel here. The restaurant at the male player’s hotel often gives free meals to the homeless.
6. Private house
Not only famous for his talent, but Messi is also known as a family man. The famous player always likes and prioritizes spending time with his wife and children. The home of the Argentina number 10 player is located in the city of Castelldefels, Spain. This is a cozy house but no less comfortable and luxurious.
There is a funny story spread by Ivan Rakitic, Messi’s former colleague at FC Barcelona that Messi, because of trouble with his neighbors, bought their whole house. It seems that silence and peace are the most important things for the famous player as he always wants to spend quality time with his loved ones.
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