A French tech entrepreneur who demands a particular Gallic brand of hot chocolate be stocked in the kitchen to drink every morning, as well as authentically Parisian-style croissants. An overseas celebrity who stipulates that a cabinet only be filled with wine whose vintage dates from the year of his birth. And a top sports star whose entourage insisted that a statewide electricity blackout be rectified immediately – so their idol wasn't at all inconvenienced. Some guests stay for a few days; others, particularly if they're making movies here, can stay for months. The identities of most of the guests are kept a closely-guarded secret, but sometimes their crazy demands shock even the most seasoned observers.

Source: Stuff March 10, 2019 21:56 UTC