WAYS TO HELP LA FIRE VICTIMS: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/how-to-help-victims-los-angeles-wildfires-rcna187274
I'll admit, I've never lived here. But I have been over 10 times because Ive got family in Hermosa. Heres some of my favorite spots. The key to enjoying LA imo is to get out Downtown LA and exploring the outer bits! I originally made this for a frien...
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How to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires
Where to Stay
Top tip- DONT stay in DTLA (Downtown LA). Normally the downtown area is the heart of any city. This is not the case in LA! Stay in the other neighborhoods or neighboring towns
There are two hotels I would be silly not to include. This is one of them. This hotel reflects classic Hollywood in every sense of the word
The Hollywood Roosevelt, Los Angeles, USA
The other iconic hotel that MUST be mentioned. Fred Astaire himself used to love this hotel
The Beverly Hills Hotel - Dorchester Collection, Los Angeles, USA
Effortlessly chic and in the heart of SAnta Monica
Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, Los Angeles, USA
Another Santa Monica winner with Italian vibs
Casa Del Mar, Los Angeles, USA
An affordable option giving Palm Springs, in one of my favorite LA neighborhoods
Silver Lake Pool & Inn, Los Angeles, USA
Another affordable option but in DTLA
Freehand Los Angeles, Los Angeles, USA
Another historic hotel- but in Venice Beach! Perfect if you want that old hollywood glam but the SoCal lifestyle
Venice V Hotel, Los Angeles, USA
What to Do/See
Why not go to disneyland? If thats your thing, heres your chance
Disneyland Theme Park Tickets in Anaheim, California | Disneyland Resort
A must if you have even the slightest interest in sports!
Los Angeles: LA Dodgers MLB Game Ticket at Dodger Stadium
Hermosa beach is where I first learned to surf. I took a week logn surf famp when I was 12! Try it out for yourself
Los Angeles: Private Surfing Lesson
Southern California is really great for whale watching (if youre in season!). Take this change to check it out and live the high life
Marina Del Rey: Luxury Boat Cruise with Cheese & Charcuterie
Another theme park option for you if youre super keen
Universal Studios Ticket
An absolute classic- especially if youve ver seen LaLa Land
LA: Griffith Observatory Tour and Planetarium Ticket Option
Why am I putting Las Vegas on a trip of LA? Well its pretty close actually! Not a day trip but you could easily add it on for a weekend- use this tour or just a rent a car and go yourself!
Los Angeles: Las Vegas Overnight Trip with Hoover Dam Tour
If you love Art, then the LACMA is a must. Get the insta-famous street lamp pic
LACMA
Ferry tickets to Catalina- its the Catalina Wine Mixer b**tch
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
As I said in where to stay, downtown LA is not the heart and soul of LA. so get out and get to the surrounding areas- like Santa Monica!
Farmers Markets in Santa Monica
An Iconic location in the area surrounding LA
Santa Monica Pier
I know earlier I said to get out of downtown LA, but you should still explore a little bit while there! i highly recomend this place- its WAY more than a bookstore- trust me!
New and Used Books & Vinyl | The Last Bookstore in Downtown Los ...
Another DTLA gem, see the city from a unique perspective
Angels Flight Railway
Hiking is a popular activity in LA, and you may just see a celeb or two!
Runyon Canyon Park
Come here for a bit of shopping!
The Grove
Another famous location- rent a bike and ride it, or snap a pic under the famous sign!
Venice
Snag some bargains! Just check when its on!
Rose Bowl Flea Market
One of the last remaining drive in movie theatres, I love the old school LA vibes
Paramount Drive-In Theatres
Where to Eat/Drink
Yes a meal here costs as much as a down payment on a house, but I feel like eating here once is a must
Erewhon Market
Fun flavours and tons of locations in LA
Craft Made, Curiously Delicious Ice Cream | Salt & Straw
A must! I recommend coming here for lunch and getting lots of little bits from each stall!
Grand Central Market
Great wine, and great vibes- luckily California is a great place for wine
Esters Wine Shop & Bar
I always come here for sushi when Im in town!
SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
Lots of locations! Choose the Silver Lake location to be in the. “cool” neighborhood
Tartine Silver Lake
A boutique hotel/hostel but ALSO a great rooftop bar
Freehand Los Angeles
Another roof top bar- catch the sunset!
Rooftop Bar Downtown LA | The Wayfarer Downtown Los Angeles
Homemade Mochi in Little Tokyo
Fugetsu-Do Bakery Shop
More old school La Vibes (one of my favorite aesthetics). Feels like you could catch The Pink Ladies here!
Mel's Drive-In Hollywood
Fun Bar. But also if you watch Vanderpump Rules you know this is basically a landmark
The Abbey Food & Bar
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If you need an esim here for your trip to the USA
USA : eSIM Internet Data Plan for 4G/5G United States
Little known and little used, but there is actually a train in Los Angeles. Its just not used often
