When visiting or exploring Los Angeles, deciding what to see can be difficult. There are plenty of neighborhoods and destinations, all with a separate vibe and charm. Here are some of the top LA attractions that both locals and tourists will enjoy.
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Chinese New Year Celebrations
The history and culture of China is vibrantly weaved into the tapestry of Los Angeles life and can be experienced first-hand during the festivities of the Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year.
Santa Anita Park Pairs Wine, Horse Races
After a multimillion dollar facelift, the modernized Santa Anita Park horse racing track in Arcadia will host its first-ever California Wine Festival on January 25
City Guide: Things to do in Burbank
Located approximately 10 miles north of downtown LA, San Fernando Valley suburb Burbank is home to famous production studios, great restaurants and shopping, high-end boutiques and a hotels.
LA’s Most Famous Film Locations
Ever since the first motion picture was filmed here in 1911, Los Angeles has been widely considered the movie capital of the world. Countless scenes have been shot in away from movie studio’s in LA’s public spaces, residential areas and parks—places that everyone can visit on a regular basis. Although the glamorous perception of the film industry may intimidate the average sightseer, the following locations are frequented by locals and easy for anyone to access.
Beverly Center Set for a Complete Facelift
“Tired, bulky, Death-star like, and aesthetically-challenged” are just a few words and phrases that have been used to describe the Beverly Center located in Beverly Hills. The popular LA shopping destination has been open since 1982 and has been able to meet the needs of the local and visiting shoppers, and has even made appearances…
Tips For Staying in Shape During the Holidays
If you’re like most people, you’ve already made your top-three list of New Year’s Resolutions: eat better, lose weight, go to the gym more. Making a resolution is a great start, but studies show that individuals who start their fitness plans before Christmas are 70 percent more likely to succeed past the trend decline in…
LA Chef: Pascal Lorange, Fig & Olive
As executive chef at Fig & Olive, Executive Chef Pascal Lorange offers a seasonal menu inspired by cuisine from the Riviera and coastal regions of Italy and Spain. In addition to managing kitchen operations for six locations in New York and LA, Lorange’s resume includes meals prepared for two U.S. presidents and time serving as personal chef for singer Julio Iglesias.
Winter Seasonal Cocktails in LA
While overlooked by some, cocktails during winter and LA’s cooler months take on comforting qualities with herbs and spices that work well to combat the chilly weather. The following seasonal cocktails around LA are made with traditional ingredients, providing a delicious way to toast, sip and get toasty.
Hotels for the Holidays
Several hotels near holiday attractions keep visitors and locals close to the action.
