by Travis Kelce’s European Vacation: Exploring Portofino, Italy and Antibes, France
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is known for his impressive play on the football field, but this offseason he took some time away from training to explore Europe with his girlfriend Kayla Nicole. Based on social media posts from the couple during their trip, some of their destinations included the picturesque towns of Portofino, Italy and Antibes, France. Both locations are renowned for their natural beauty, luxurious accommodations, and balance of relaxation and activity – making them ideal spots for Kelce to unwind while still staying active during his time off.
Portofino, Italy
Kelce and Nicole kicked off their European vacation in the coastal gem of Portofino, located on Italy’s Ligurian Coast. This postcard-perfect fishing village has long attracted wealthy tourists and celebrities seeking an escape in one of the most scenic settings in the Mediterranean. Nestled between the cliffs and the sea, Portofino offers stunning views around every turn with its multicolored buildings cascading down to the harbor.
The couple spent time exploring the winding alleyways and admiring the colorful buildings before stopping to take in the views from various vantage points around the village. Based on Nicole’s Instagram stories, they seemed to favor a spot high above the harbor where they could gaze out at the crystal clear waters and boats dotting the bay. Portofino’s picturesque harbor has become its main draw and trademark image seen in travel magazines worldwide.
In addition to admiring the scenery, Kelce and Nicole dined at some of Portofino’s upscale restaurants serving fresh seafood overlooking the water. On their final night, they enjoyed a romantic meal on one of the town’s many terraces lit by twinkling lights. Portofino is known not just for its natural beauty, but also its high-end accommodations, restaurants and boutiques that have made it a popular luxury destination for the rich and famous.
While Portofino offers ample opportunity to relax and indulge the senses taking in stunning vistas, Kelce also made sure to work up an appetite for all the local cuisine. He was spotted running along the scenic coastal paths that wind above and below the town, taking in views of the Mediterranean and nearby coastal towns with each stride. The hilly terrain and breathtaking scenery no doubt provided Kelce with a challenging yet picturesque place to train and stay in shape during some down time from his normal offseason routine.
After a few days unwinding in Portofino, Kelce and Nicole were ready to explore another destination along the Italian Riviera known equally for its natural beauty – the French Riviera just across the border. Their next stop was the seaside town of Antibes on the Côte d’Azur.
Antibes, France
A short drive east along the coast brought Kelce and Nicole to Antibes, the largest town on the Cap d’Antibes peninsula in Alpes-Maritimes. With its idyllic location between Nice and Cannes on the French Riviera, Antibes has long attracted wealthy visitors and artists with its pleasant climate and picturesque Mediterranean harbor.
Upon arriving, one of the couple’s first stops was the old walled city or vieille ville within Antibes. With its maze of narrow streets and squares, the historic district exudes Provençal charm. Kelce and Nicole strolled through the pedestrian-only lanes, ducking in and out of little shops, galleries and restaurants. They admired the colorful buildings, fountains and flowering trees that gave the area a romantic, Mediterranean flair.
Next, the pair headed to the marina area and took a scenic walk along the coastline promenade bordering the harbor. On a clear day, the views of sailboats and luxury yachts nestled in the protected bay, with the snowcapped Alps rising in the distance, create a stunning postcard scene. Kelce likely appreciated the opportunity for an outdoor stroll taking in the natural beauty while also staying active.
Another highlight of Antibes featured on Nicole’s Instagram was a visit to the old Picasso Museum located within the medieval fortress walls of the Château Grimaldi. The museum houses one of the finest permanent collections of works by Pablo Picasso in the world. Kelce and Nicole toured the galleries admiring Picasso’s varied styles from his Antibes period when he lived and worked in the town in the 1940s and ’50s. The museum no doubt provided a cultural experience alongside their scenic exploration of the South of France.
Like Portofino, Antibes also caters to guests seeking luxury accommodations. Kelce and Nicole enjoyed relaxing in their hotel with amenities like a spa, pools and fine dining. However, Kelce still made sure to fit in outdoor workouts along the coastline trails or doing hill sprints up to the old castle ruins for scenic views of the town and Mediterranean.
The French Riviera town clearly provided the perfect blend of relaxation and activity that Kelce had come to appreciate from his time in Portofino as well. With its idyllic location between Nice and Cannes, Antibes offered just as stunning natural beauty, history and culture to explore alongside opportunities to unwind and train.
Wrapping Up the European Vacation
After spending a few relaxing yet active-filled days in Antibes, Kelce and Nicole had surely experienced the best of what the Italian and French Rivieras had to offer. The picturesque coastal towns provided the ideal backdrop for Kelce to unwind from his regular offseason routine while still maintaining his fitness.
Both Portofino and Antibes allowed Kelce to indulge in top-notch local cuisine, admire breathtaking Mediterranean vistas and explore charming historic districts full of European charm. At the same time, their hilly terrain, coastal paths and old castles to hike up to provided scenic and challenging places for Kelce to train.
It’s no surprise these destinations appealed to Kelce given his love of the outdoors and staying in shape. Social media from the trip showed the couple clearly enjoyed soaking up the natural beauty and culture Europe has to offer. The perfect balance of relaxation and activity is just what Kelce needed to recharge before returning stateside to ramp up training for the upcoming NFL season with the Chiefs. This European vacation visiting Portofino and Antibes was surely one Kelce and Nicole will remember for providing an ideal European getaway.
