Lady Gaga takes friends on a birthday vacation

American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga, who won her first Oscar this year, has another reason to celebrate, as the artist turns a year older today. The pop star, who turned 33 on Thursday, recently took her friends on a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to celebrate her special day, reported E! News.

“All of Gaga’s friends knew they were going somewhere for her birthday but were surprised with a trip to Cabo,” a source told E! News. The source revealed that Cabo is Gaga’s happy place and she was excited to celebrate her birthday there. “Cabo is Gaga’s happy place and she was excited to get away for a few days. Her and group of her closest friends are staying in a huge villa and are having a relaxing time so far.

Everyone has been laying out at the pool, sipping drinks and having food while laughing and chatting together. Gaga is excited to relax,” the insider shared.