From dancing at Coachella to sunning it up in the Hamptons: The best holiday destinations for celebrity spotting this summer

Summer is a time we all let our hair down and enjoy a well-deserved break abroad, and the stars are no different. 

But where do the rich and famous while away their summer days, and where is the best place to spot them?

The French Riviera will soon attract some of the biggest names in Hollywood, while Dubai has become a playground for celebrities who are looking for luxurious getaways. MailOnline Travel has compiled a list of the best places to spot the stars this summer.

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The Hamptons has long attracted the rich and famous who take the famous drive to the Long Island retreat in the summer 

Kim Kardashian (left) and the rest of the Kardashian clan have been spotted in the Hamptons; model and actress Molly Sims (right) attends the third annual 'The Hamptons Paddle & Party For Pink'

The best places to spot celebrities are in Southampton and East Hampton which have beaches that are frequented by the stars

Restaurant 75 Main is a favourite celebrity haunt (left), and the Bridgehampton Tennis and Surf Club is popular with stars such as Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick (right)

The Hamptons

The Long Island retreat outside of New York City has long been a summer pilgrimage for the wealthy. 

It features some of the most expensive houses in the United States, and is the playground of the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow and P. Diddy, who all own property there. 

Always aiming to be on trend, members of the Kardashian clan filmed a reality series in the Hamptons.

Kourtney & Khloé Take the Hamptons saw the two famous sisters opening a new Dash shop on 35 Main Street. 

Not long open in East Hampton is Salon Bar, which boasts luxury pampering treatments for the rich and famous and is sure to draw in some wealthy names this summer. 

The signature beauty treatments include a 24-karat gold collagen mask and an anti-aging caviar DNA serum treatment.

Salon Bar also offer indulgent options such as wine and chocolate body wraps.

Head to Southampton and East Hampton for the best opportunity to see some big names and to eat at the best restaurants. 

But you'll need deep pockets, the area has long been a favourite with the rich and powerful, from presidents to company CEOs, so prices are steep.  

The annual Cannes International Film Festival in May draws major big names to the south of France venue

The VIP Room has had many celebrities pictured inside, including Paris Hilton, Jay Z, Beyonce, Mary J Blige and Cara Delevigne

The Majestic Barriere Hotel is located on the Croisette overlooking the bay. Sylvester Stallone, Sharon Stone and Gérard Dépardieu have been guests here

Eva Longoria, Scarlett Johansson, Robert De Niro and Robert Pattinson have checked in at The Martinez in the past

Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes International Film Festival is held every year on France's glamorous Cote D'Azur and debuts new films of all genres. 

It is one of the most prestigious film festivals attracting hoards of A-list celebrities to the region.

Everyone from models Cara Delevingne and Suki Waterhouse, to Lana Del Rey and Justin Bieber descends on the French Riviera playground.

Cara and Suki partied the night away at the VIP Room last year, with stars Eva Longoria and Robert Pattinson checking into the luxurious The Martinez.

Other popular places to stay include the InterContinental Carlton Cannes, Majestic Barrière Cannes, and the JW Marriott Cannes. 

This year the festival is being held 13-24 May and will be sure to be a celebrity hot spot.

But if you can't afford to splash out on a stay during the glamorous town's most important week, you'll still see your fair share of celebrities at other times. Stars including Hayden Panattiere and Bieber love nothing more than lounging on yachts on the French Riviera.

Fishing harbour Saint-Tropez, France, gets its main source of income from tourists who head to the area for sun and celebrity spotting

Beyonce and husband Jay Z are fans of the area and hired out a luxurious yacht here to relax on with friends

Club 55 was one of the places the power couple visited, when they stepped off their luxury yacht. Guests can enjoy mussels and other dishes by the sea

Supermodel Gigi Hadid was seen relaxing on a yacht in Saint-Tropez with her dad, Mohamed, and brother Anwar Hadid, and uploaded this shot to her Instagram

Saint-Tropez

If Cannes is just not your scene, why not head further down the coast to pretty little Saint-Tropez?

Another one of France's glitziest resorts, it is yet another hang out for scores of celebrities, who prefer to enjoy the area from the comfort of their yachts. 

Last year supermodel Gigi Hadid, and her family were seen taking a well-deserved break on their luxurious boat, and Sir Elton John is a known lover of the French Riviera location. 

When the stars do depart from their boats, they can been seen at day beach club Nikki Beach, which is located away from the main harbour, or enjoying a lunch time meal at the iconic beach bar Club 55. 

Celebrity hotspot Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival attracts famous faces to its two weekend performances and parties

Alessandra Ambrosio (left) was spotted last year at the festival, along with High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens (right) who made a statement in her bohemian outfits

Coachella

It is hard to avoid the celebrity pictures from California's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and it appears to be the main summer event for anyone who is anyone.

For two weekends a year, the stars radiate bohemian style whilst enjoying the music in the Colorado Desert.

Last year Alessandra Ambrosio was among those seen pushing the boundaries of care-free fashion, before heading to the many brand after-parties.

The list of stars set to attend the event this month will be numerous, but if last year is anything to go by, we will be sure to see Vanessa Hudgens, Lindsay Lohan and many of the Victoria Secret models.

TOWIE star Joey Essex, (left), and friends outside Dubai's famous seven-star hotel, the Burj Al Arab. Also pictured by the sail shaped hotel is Imogen Thomas (right)

The luxurious five-star Emirates Palace hotel is also a favourite with many famous celebrities

Dubai 

Dubai, the desert playground for adults, attracts many stars flocking for sun and luxury hotel experiences. 

Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Roger Federer, and Selena Gomez have all enjoyed stays at the world's only seven-star hotel, the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab, with Rory McIlroy even playing golf off the helipad. 

For the super rich, you can enjoy your own private beach, and swimming pools, and spa for the small sum of £5,370 ($8,253) a night. 

Or try the $4billion (£2.6billion) Emirates Palace hotel which has seen the likes of Paris Hilton stay in its luxury rooms.

The Art Deco Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel, where President Barack Obama has thrown events. Christina Aguilera and Kim Kardashian were also spotted celebrating Simone Harouches' bachelorette party here

Chefs attending the Wine Spectator's Best Of The Best event at the luxury oceanfront Fontainebleau in Miami

Pop star Ellie Goulding takes a stroll on Miami Beach with boyfriend Dougie Poynter (left) whilst celebrating her birthday with friends. Kim Kardashian (right) is seen entering The Webster in Miami

Miami 

South Florida's sunny and vibrant city always attracts the wealthy seeking rays and music in the summer. 

With its unrivalled night life and long stretches of sandy beaches, it is a firm favourite with the likes of Cameron Diaz, Christina Aguilera and even US President Barack Obama.  

If you are looking to shop, places like The Webster have seen many high profile names through its doors, such as Kim Kardashian, Kanye West and Amber Heard, where she was caught browsing in a string bikini. 

In Ian Fleming's Goldfinger, James Bond has Champagne and crab legs at Joe's Stone Crab, which was a favourite for the likes of Frank Sinatra, Al Capone, and Muhammad Ali.

The famous stone crabs are even flown out for celebrities unwilling to make the trip. 

If you are looking for drinks rapper Drake and rocker Lenny Kravitz have been seen at the American Airlines Arena in the Hyde Lounge, which has many bars and a high-end culinary programme. 

And if you want a taste of excess, Gianni Versace's famous South Beach mansion has been turned into the ultimate 10-suite boutique hotel, complete with 54-ft 'thousand mosaic' swimming pool lined in 24-karat gold.

But be warned, prices for one night in a villa suite start at £1,315.

George and Amal Clooney fell in love with Lake Como in Lombardy, Italy; their villa has perfect views of the third largest lake in Italy

The Clooneys were considering getting married in their Lake Como villa, but opted for a civil ceremony in Venice for their nuptials 

The Venice Film Festival is one of the oldest, and most glamorous in the world. Pictured is director Andrew Niccol and wife Rachel Roberts

Lake Como and Venice

It has long been one of the most iconic lakeside escapes in Europe, but when George Clooney snapped up property, Lake Como saw a surge in interest from holidaymakers.

The actor and his new wife Amal still own a villa overlooking the third largest lake in Italy, and they aren't the only stars in town. Madonna and Sir Richard Branson also own property in the area famed for its unspoilt villages that dot the shoreline. 

The iconic Villa d'Este is the favourite hotel for the stars, with sumptuous furnishings, chandeliers throughout and expansive manicured gardens. Film director Alfred Hitchcock loved the hotel and Mick Jagger, Kylie Minogue and Robert De Niro have all visited.

Time your trip to Italy perfectly by coinciding with the Venice Film Festival, which is happening on September 2-12, about three hours away from Lake Como.

Created in 1942, the film festival is not only the oldest international film festival, but also one of the most prestigious in the world, and draws a strong celebrity crowd.

Angelina Jolie, Sandra Bullock and Jack Nicholson have all attended in previous years and the popular places to stay include the iconic Cipriani Hotel, the historic Danieli and the more modern, luxurious Bulgari.

David and Victoria Beckham were seen enjoying the men's final in the royal box at Wimbledon last year, along with Lily James, Chris Hemsworth, Samuel L Jackson and Sir Cliff Richard

Pippa Middleton and stockbroker boyfriend, Nico Jackson (left), chat during the tournament, also attended by Hugh Jackman (right)

Wimbledon 

During late June and early July, if you are lucky enough to get tickets for the Wimbledon Championships, you will find your fair share of celebrities and royalty indulging in strawberries and cream and Pimm's, whilst enjoying the best tennis in the world.

Obviously the stars love nothing more than catching the action on Centre Court, with the Beckhams, Bradley Cooper, Hugh Jackman and Pippa Middleton particular fans of the iconic tennis competition.

But you don't just have to splash out on the best tickets. Many fans queue up on the day for ground entry tickets and can take in several different matches as well as enjoy the chance spy someone famous around the south London venue. 

The tournament is running from June 29 to July 12 this year.