Chris Hemsworth And Elsa Pataky: Why They Ditched La For Aussie Bliss

From Hollywood Lights to Australian Nights

Chris Hemsworth is opening the pages to a new chapter in his life, swapping the Hollywood hustle for the serene vibes of Australia. The 'Thor' heartthrob and his partner, Elsa Pataky, made the big move Down Under after the birth of their kids, trading LA's star-studded streets for a more tranquil, family-oriented lifestyle.

In a recent heart-to-heart on the "Smartless" podcast, Hemsworth explained their decision to leave Los Angeles behind. "It was right around the time my boys were born, and we kind of were set up in L.A. and not enjoying it, you know? Like, nothing was shooting there. We were filming kind of everywhere else," he shared. Their new home in Australia? A paradise that feels like a never-ending vacation. "You know when you come back from work, you wanna go on a holiday? Like, coming home for me, it feels like a holiday," Hemsworth mused. Picture this: a sprawling farm complete with horses, motorbikes, and of course, surfboards.

"We lived about 20 minutes from the main sort of suburban areas in Melbourne, up in the hills. And the nearest neighbour was a kilometre or two away," Hemsworth reminisced.

Soaring High in Byron Bay

Today, Hemsworth and Pataky are living the dream in Byron Bay, Australia, with their adorable trio – India, Sasha, and Tristan. The pair has been vocal about their love for an active lifestyle by the beach, where they indulge in surfing, horseback riding, and some exhilarating motocross.

The move seems to have been the perfect fit for the couple and their kids, offering a balanced blend of privacy and adventure. Byron Bay, with its iconic beaches and vibrant community, provides a slice of paradise that's become the family's happy haven.

Ink with Meaning

In the same podcast, Hemsworth opened up about a special tattoo inspired by his daughter, India. "My Dr. Seuss tattoo... I used to read that book to her a lot, and my mom read it to me, 'Oh, the Places You'll Go', and she just would draw that little character and loved it," he shared.

This sweet piece of ink almost faded into memory when Hemsworth decided to have it removed, only to be stopped by his daughter. "A few years later, I was like, I'm kinda sick of it. So I started getting it taken off I did like one laser session, and then she came home one day, and she goes, 'It's rubbing off. What happened to it? It's rubbing off,' " he said.

The touching connection between father and daughter extends beyond just one tattoo. Several of Indias’ own doodles have been inked onto his body, as a testament to their cherished bond.