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Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Inside Ana de Armas' $7M love nest in Vermont where she is romancing Tom Cruise
Actress Ana de Armas has been spending time with new boyfriend Tom Cruise inside her $7 million home in Vermont. On Sunday they were seen holding hands as they walked through the town of Woodstock where they picked up ice cream cones. The 63-year-old Top Gun actor had on a blue T-shirt and jeans with a cap as she was in a white T-shirt and dark jeans with her brunette hair in a ponytail as they seemed very into each other. The 37-year-old Cuban-born actress quietly purchased the Vermont property in November 2022 after her whirlwind romance with Deep Water co-star Ben Affleck. The Ballerina actress has been living in Vermont ever since with her two dogs Salsita and Elvis. 'Ana loves being at her home in Vermont because it's away from all the frenetic energy of Los Angeles and New York City, it's a place where she can really unwind from the stress of Hollywood,' an insider told Daily Mail. 'It's a solid sign that she is serious about Tom that she takes him to her tucked-away sanctuary because it means so much to her.' Vermont is a state in the northeastern United States, known for its natural landscape, which is primarily forested. Part of the New England region, it's also known for being home to more than 100 19th-century covered wooden bridges. Vermont is a state in the northeastern United States, known for its natural landscape, which is primarily forested. Part of the New England region, it's also known for being home to more than 100 19th-century covered wooden bridges, and as a major producer of maple syrup The remote mansion offers six bedrooms and eight bathrooms. The generous 30-acre spot also boasts mountain views, open meadows, forests, trails and a swimming pool. According to the listing, the home was sold fully furnished. It is not known if the Bond girl changed up the pieces. De Armas had reportedly previously lived with her former boyfriend, Affleck, in his luxe $20 million home in LA's Pacific Palisades, after putting her own Venice Beach property on the market. The pair were seen in Los Angeles together plenty during the pandemic lockdown, as they routinely walked their dogs. She left LA because 'it became a little bit too much. There's no escape. There's no way out,' she has said in the past. She also said Hollywood made her 'anxious' because in LA, there is 'always the feeling of something that you don't have, something missing.' The couple, who had met on the set of Deep Water, broke up in January 2021. De Armas went on to date Tinder VP Paul Boukadakis, while Affleck we d then divorced Jennifer Lopez. The home has a fireplace and hardwood floors After she split from Affleck in 2021 she retreated to New York before picking up her Vermont home in 2022. The Cuban actress revealed to E! News last September that she relocated to Vermont to get away from it all. 'I feel like nowadays, we all want to go away from the craziness of the world,' she revealed in an interview at the Toronto International Film Festival. 'We all want to have the chance to build your own safe space. I've made that decision myself,' she added. 'I found a home where I really feel off the grid. I can collect myself and only bring there who I want to be with. 'I have my little cocoon there,' she added. A view of the Green Mountain National Forests in Vermont Earlier this month it was reported that Cruise has been an 'incredible mentor' to de Armas. The Oblivion actor and the brunette beauty have a 'special work relationship' and the actress has 'prepped' all summer for their first project together: a supernatural ocean thriller called Deeper. A source told People: 'Tom is crazy hardworking and she's very excited to work with him. She calls it an opportunity of a lifetime.' Tom and Ana have been romantically linked to each other since Valentine's Day. The source shared: 'Tom is an incredible mentor to Ana. She has nothing but amazing things to say about him.' Tom is still one of Hollywood's most bankable stars, and he's never lost his passion for filmmaking. The actor recently admitted that he's fulfilling a 'life-long dream' by working in the movie business. He told Extra: 'It's such a privilege to do what I do. It's been a life-long dream of mine to be able to do this and to make movies... I truly, I love it. That is my, I don't know, it's not what I do, it's who I am. It is my honor to entertain.' Tom is willing to put his body on the line in order to make the best movies possible. The actor - who has suffered various injuries during his career, including a broken ankle while shooting 2018's Mission: Impossible - Fallout - explained: 'I fly aerobatic airplanes, I fly jets, I fly helicopters, and this took all of our ability and all of our skill to be able find the camera angles to tell this story.' Tom needed to be in tip-top physical shape to shoot the Mission: Impossible movies, and he felt particularly proud of the action scenes in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. He said: 'Physically, what I had to do to prepare for this thing was quite extreme, and I can tell you this - whatever people see in the trailer or on TV, it is not even a taste of what they have in store for them when they see this film.'
The Independent
3 hours ago
- The Independent
Chilled-out Pensacola is the underrated Miami alternative everyone should consider
Florida has long been a favourite with British travellers. Tourists have been lured by Orlando 's state-of-the-art rollercoasters, while Miami dazzles with its glitz and non-stop nightlife. But there's a different kind of Florida behind all the noise. One that's slower-paced, more genuine, and bursting with natural beauty. Unlike Miami's busy beaches and hefty price tags, Pensacola, on Florida's northeast coast, offers wide stretches of sugar-white sand without the crowds. We started our stay at Pensacola Beach, on Santa Rosa Island, which is connected to the mainland via the impressive Bob Sikes Bridge. We were instantly surrounded by sparkling azure seas and spotless beaches – there are 18 miles of beautiful coastline here, ripe for exploration. Some areas are peppered with hotels and restaurants, but our first stop was the Gulf Islands National Seashore, a protected haven that sets the perfect tone for our adventure. Here, visitors can explore the preserved landscape via foot or kayak, and even camp by the ocean. The natural beauty is perhaps the most striking part of a trip to Pensacola, but it has a significant history, too. The city is home to Fort Pickens, a military base completed in 1834 to protect the city's port. It was one of the few in the South that remained in Union hands throughout the Civil War, sheltering soldiers – and the renowned Apache leader Geronimo – during the conflict. It's now a museum and park complex, complete with scenic walking trails that wind towards the shore. On the beach, we watched the Blue Angels flight demonstration team practise their intricate aerial manoeuvres: an awe-inspiring, dramatic spectacle. This is a coastal city, and so it feels right to get out onto the ocean. After exploring the fort, we hopped aboard a 40-foot racing trimaran, designed for smooth, stable journeys. With just five of us on board, gliding into the bay felt intimate and exclusive. We inhaled the salty sea air, watched pods of playful dolphins swim alongside us, and took turns at the helm. It was the perfect activity for a relaxing beachside holiday, far away from the bustle further down the coast. The second part of our stay was spent exploring the heart of downtown Pensacola, where we immersed ourselves in the city's flourishing arts and culture scene. Though situated just across the bridge, the downtown area offers something distinctly different. As the site of America's first European settlement, Pensacola has been shaped by a rotating cast of occupants, from Native American tribes and Spanish explorers to British colonial rulers and American pioneers. It's known as the City of Five Flags for the multiple governing bodies that have ruled since its foundation in 1559 – Spain, France, Britain, the Confederacy and the United States. The area is easily walkable and there's plenty to do. Costumed interpreters bring the colonial era to life at the Historic Pensacola Village, while America's First Settlement Trail, a three-mile route with 20 designated stops and 70 points of interest, allows visitors to experience the city's storied past on foot. We passed pleasurable hours strolling through the charming brick-lined streets and visiting museums, art galleries, and quaint shops. At the heart of it all is Palafox Street, a lively thoroughfare that becomes even more animated on weekends with a bustling market. Aside from the activities, a highlight of Pensacola is its truly notable culinary scene. From food trucks to fine dining establishments, this is a foodie city. Its cuisine is steeped in the Southern tradition – think crawfish bisque, seafood gumbo, cheese grits, crab cakes, blackened shrimp, and Gulf Coast oysters, served every way imaginable. For meat-lovers, the expertly-grilled Midwestern steaks are equally impressive. And no culinary tour of Pensacola is complete without sampling its signature cocktail, the Bushwacker – a decadent milkshake, adulterated with rum and coffee liqueur. But it's not just the restaurants that keep things lively here. Pensacola is known as 'Festival Central' for good reason, with a packed calendar of events such as the Gulf Coast Jazz Festival, the MLK Day parade and a beachside rodeo taking place throughout the year. And if you're the outdoorsy type, there's world-class fishing, diving, and snorkelling in the water, plus hiking trails and golf courses on dry land. Add in two professional sports teams, plus the fact that the city is now home to American Magic, the prestigious America's Cup sailing team, and you quickly realise the city isn't just beautiful: it's brimming with energy. For a Florida-style holiday that's a bit less brash, Pensacola really is the full package. You've got those impossibly white, powder-soft beaches, where the water shimmers under the warmth of the sun. Then just across the bridge, there's a downtown full of character, colour and charm, where you can lose hours dipping in and out of galleries, cafés and boutiques. With its mix of Gulf Coast freshness and Southern soul, this is a place that knows how to serve flavour with flair. Yet somehow, Pensacola seems to have stayed largely under the radar. Without a doubt, I feel like I've discovered one of Florida's most delightful coastal secrets. How to visit Virgin Atlantic has flights from London Heathrow to Pensacola with one stop. Flight time is from 12 hours. It's also easy to get fly to Pensacola via Atlanta or other US cities. Where to stay King rooms with a beach view at Pensacola Beach Resort cost from £209 per night. The hotel is perched on the seafront and offers excursions such as dolphin-spotting cruises and family paddle boarding. A similar-sized room at Lily Hall starts at £215. The boutique hotel was once a Baptist church before it was converted into an underground punk space. It's now a design-led bolthole, perfect as a base for exploring the city.
The Independent
5 hours ago
- The Independent
Is it safe to travel to California? Latest advice after tsunami warning for US west coast
Tsunami waves have started to reach the US west coast after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula on Tuesday, causing tsunami waves to roll towards countries around the Pacific Rim. A wave of 3.6ft was observed at Crescent City as the tsunami reached California in the early hours of Wednesday morning local time. Alongside mainland United States, Hawaii, Japan and several other Pacific islands have been placed under tsunami warnings or advisories following the quake, while damage and evacuations are reported in the Russian regions nearest the epicentre. Here's what to know if you are travelling in or out of the west coast of the US as the tsunami hits the shoreline. Where is the tsunami impacting? The first tsunami waves reached the west coast of the US in the early hours of Wednesday local time, with the US National Weather Service (NWS) recording a number of waves in the Arena Cove and Monterey area in California. A wave of 3.6ft was later observed at Crescent City, according to the NWS. The stretch of the west coast is currently under a tsunami advisory, from the British Columbia border down to the Mexican border. Alaska's peninsula is also under an advisory, from Chignik Bay to Attu. Meanwhile, a red warning is in place for the Oregon/California border at Cape Mendocino in Humboldt County. The NWS urged those located in coastal areas to move off the beach and out of harbours and marinas across the west coast. "Do not go to the coast to watch. Be alert to instructions from local officials," the weather service added. Evacuation orders have been issued for large parts of the US west coast with authorities ordering people to "take action now" and get away from the sea. President Donald Trump urged people to 'STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!' in a post on his Truth Social account, which was also shared on X: 'Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii. A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way. Please visit for the latest information. STAY STRONG AND STAY SAFE!' Hawaii was under a tsunami warning, but this has now been downgraded to an advisory after several waves hit the coastlines of the islands. Further up the west coast into Canada, a tsunami advisory has also been issued for most of British Columbia. UK government advice The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has advised those along the West Coast to follow the guidance of the local authorities. 'An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 8.7 has struck the eastern coast of Russia in the Kamchatka Peninsula region,' the FCDO said in its latest update. 'A tsunami threat message has been issued by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre. 'If you are in the affected areas potentially affected by the earthquake or tsunami you should follow the advice of the local authorities.' Are flights still running? San Francisco International Airport, the nearest international hub to Crescent City where the largest wave has hit so far, appears to be operating as normal apart from a few cancellations to and from Hawaii. Los Angeles International Airport also appears to be carrying on as scheduled, apart from cancelled Hawaii journeys, with the islands temporarily grounding flights in some of its airports. Carriers such as Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have issued a travel waiver for passengers, allowing them to change or cancel their trip amid the tsunami. Can I cancel my holiday? As the Foreign Office has not warned against non-essential travel to the US, there will be no special circumstances in place to be able to cancel a trip for a full refund. The conditions for cancelling your trip will be dependent on your holiday provider, so it's best to contact them if you're looking to postpone. There is no obligation for companies to refund bookings if you want to cancel, and you will not be able to claim on your travel insurance due to safety concerns unless government advice changes. If you do have travel insurance, some policies include natural disaster cover for an event that prevents you from reaching your holiday destination. Check your insurance policies and speak to your insurer to see where you stand.
