As Kansas City grapples with one of the hottest summers in recent memory, even NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes and his family couldn’t take the sweltering heat anymore. In an impromptu getaway, Patrick and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, whisked their three-year-old daughter Sterling Skye Mahomes away from the Midwest’s soaring temperatures. But not everyone in the Mahomes family was so lucky to escape the heat — Bronze and Golden have been left behind, enduring what can only be described as a rough patch.

Fans who follow the Mahomes family closely on social media were quick to notice the string of vibrant and envy-inducing vacation photos flooding their feeds over the past week. From turquoise beaches to lush green mountains, the Mahomes trio — Patrick, Brittany, and little Sterling — were seen soaking up every ounce of paradise away from Kansas City’s oppressive 100-degree days.

A Colorful Family Escape

The family’s summer escape included a blend of sun-soaked beaches, charming coastal towns, and adventurous excursions. Sterling, often the star of her mother’s Instagram stories, was pictured joyfully chasing waves, building sandcastles, and even trying her hand at snorkeling — with the help of dad, of course.

Brittany, ever the vibrant presence, shared photos of sunset dinners by the water, radiant tropical flowers, and sparkling blue coves. “Much needed family time in paradise🌸💙,” she captioned one photo of Patrick carrying Sterling on his shoulders through a palm-lined trail.

Patrick himself, whose offseason is typically packed with training, seemed to lean fully into relaxation — but not without a competitive edge. Photos showed the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback paddleboarding, cliff-diving, and even joining a local beach volleyball game, drawing a small crowd of fans who couldn’t believe their luck at spotting the Super Bowl MVP.

But What About Bronze and Golden?

As idyllic as it looked, fans were quick to notice something — or rather, someone — missing from the vacation snapshots: Bronze and Golden.

For those unfamiliar with the full Mahomes family lineup, Bronze is the family’s beloved French bulldog, a staple in many of Brittany’s social media posts. Golden, the floppy-eared Cane Corso, often serves as Bronze’s larger, equally spoiled partner-in-crime.

Unfortunately, the two pups didn’t make the cut for the tropical retreat. Sources close to the family say that logistical challenges — including international pet travel restrictions — made it impossible to bring them along.

Instead, Bronze and Golden have been enduring the Kansas City heatwave back home, albeit in relative comfort. “Don’t worry, they’re spoiled and living it up with their sitter,” Brittany reassured fans in an Instagram Q&A. But even with air conditioning, frozen treats, and plenty of belly rubs, followers couldn’t help but joke about the dogs’ less-than-glamorous summer compared to their human family’s island adventure.

“Bronze and Golden are living the domestic dog life while the rest of the family is living the jet-set life,” one commenter quipped.

Fans React — and Relate

Social media exploded with playful commentary. “Patrick took the whole team to paradise — except the defensive line (Bronze and Golden),” one fan joked on Twitter (now X).

Another wrote, “Prayers up for Bronze and Golden. It’s 102 degrees in KC, and their parents are off living their best lives in Bora Bora.”

Despite the jokes, many fans related deeply to the Mahomes’ escape. With Kansas City recording record-breaking heat indexes topping 110°F, the desire to flee somewhere cooler — or at least somewhere with an ocean breeze — is a sentiment shared by millions across the Midwest.

A Return to Reality — and Training

As the Mahomes family vacation winds down, Patrick is expected to return to Kansas City soon to prepare for the start of NFL training camp later this summer. The Chiefs are looking to defend their Super Bowl title once again, and all eyes will be on Mahomes as he aims to lead the team to yet another championship.

Brittany hinted that the family’s tropical escape may be their last big getaway before football season kicks into high gear. “Grateful for these memories before life gets crazy again,” she wrote beneath a family photo on the beach.

Meanwhile, Bronze and Golden can rest easy — or at least cooler — knowing that their favorite humans are heading home soon with plenty of extra treats, toys, and maybe even a little guilt-fueled pampering after being left behind.

Until then, the Mahomes family serves as living proof that even the biggest stars — human and canine — occasionally need to escape the heat, whether it’s by jetting off to paradise or just sprawling under the nearest air conditioner.