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Venice Beach was extremely unique. I loved the Abbot Kinney street where you could find all sorts of amazing finds from The Rose Venice beach to other restaurants. I loved the array of shops, coffee shops, and Eggslut for breakfast!
My favorite thing to do was ride a bike along the boardwalk. Hang out to watch the sunset on Santa Monica pier. Also be sure to take the time to hike to see the Hollywood sign definitely a worth while hike.
I would say plan transportation and renting a vehicle to get around. However, if you only have a weekend stay in Santa Monica and Los Angelas.
Visited Los Angeles in April
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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Mizlala I love Mediterranean cuisine
Santa Monica, Venice Canals, and Griffith Park
Visited Los Angeles in February
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Water Grill in Santa Monica- great food, fab service, stunning sunset views, and family friendly.
Hike up to the iconic Hollywood sign and catching a couple of Dodgers baseball games!
Visited Los Angeles in June
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
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Saint & Second in Long Beach-delicious food, many options to choose from
Visited Los Angeles in May
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
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Restaurant 208 in Beverly Hills. So beautiful, especially at night. Food was good too.
Universal Studios, Katsuya, Hollywood Ghost Tours and Venice Beach.
Traveling with teens you need to keep them busy and there is plenty to do in Los Angeles. Plan ahead and ensure your have tickets and travel times mapped out.
Visited Los Angeles in December
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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We loved grabbing ice cream at Salt & Straw! Their flavors are so unique and everything they make is truly delicious.
We spent an afternoon driving up the coast to Malibu along the Pacific Coast Highway! We stopped at a few bars and restaurants along the way to have a bit of a progressive late lunch / early dinner and had the best time.
Visited Los Angeles in September
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
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The Girl and the Goat in LA was phenomenal! We had eaten at their location in Chicago many years ago, and were pleased to see a location in Los Angeles. The ambiance, cocktails, and food menu were amazing. The service was also top-notch. Highly recommend checking out the Girl and the Goat!
Cycling along the boardwalk in Santa Monica was one of the many highlights in Los Angeles. The boardwalk stretched for miles, and it was beautiful to see the beach meet the ocean.
Book a stay at the Fairmont Miramar! It's a wonderful place to celebrate an anniversary. Make sure to book an oceanview room. We had views of the Santa Monica Pier and it was beautiful both day and night. The cocktails in the lounge are stellar. The food options on the property (Fig, SOKO) were amazing. We also loved the styling of the Miramar. The customer service was wonderful, everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. We can't wait to go back!
Visited Los Angeles in August
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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Crossroads Kitchen- GREAT cocktails and vegan pizza!
Hiking the Hollywood sign, The Comedy Store, Venice Canals, and Whisky a Go Go
If you have the time, set aside a day to travel to Catalina Island!
Visited Los Angeles in August
Photo Shoot Location: El Matador Beach
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Craigs LA
Visited Los Angeles in July
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
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Rose in Venice has the most unique menu and it's ever-evolving!
Take a drive up the PCH and enjoy a hike in Malibu. The ocean views from the mountains are absolutely breathtaking.
We love to find house rentals that are within walking distance of good food and shopping. It alleviates the stress of driving around LA and trying to find parking when you can just walk to dinner. And make reservations ahead of time because there are so many good eats around town!
Firefly was a great place for a late night dinner and drinks. The atmosphere was perfect for a fancy evening out.
Visited Los Angeles in June
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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Venice Beach was extremely unique. I loved the Abbot Kinney street where you could find all sorts of amazing finds from The Rose Venice beach to other restaurants. I loved the array of shops, coffee shops, and Eggslut for breakfast!
My favorite thing to do was ride a bike along the boardwalk. Hang out to watch the sunset on Santa Monica pier. Also be sure to take the time to hike to see the Hollywood sign definitely a worth while hike.
I would say plan transportation and renting a vehicle to get around. However, if you only have a weekend stay in Santa Monica and Los Angelas.
Visited Los Angeles in April
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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Nobu Malibu is a great spot. Amazing view, great food, and celebrity sightings.
Visited Los Angeles in April
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Nobu, City Deli, Interstellar, Din Tai Fung, Choko-latte, HiHo Burger
Rent then ride bikes along the venice and santa monica boardwalk
Don't miss a sunset
Visited Los Angeles in January
Photo Shoot Location: El Matador Beach
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Calabra at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel
Hike to the vortex in Topanga Canyon
Stay at the Proper Hotel in Santa Monica! It’s luxurious and hip and cozy all at the same time. If you can’t stay there, just grab a drink on the rooftop or the lobby bar. The decor is next-level, and the food is exceptional.
Hometown Shoot in January
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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El unico tacos
Activities on the beach
Take in as much sunshine as possible
Visited Los Angeles in November
Photo Shoot Location: Venice Beach Boardwalk
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We loved Handel's Homemade Ice Cream which was a recommendation from our Flytographer!
Relax at the beach.
Pack quarters for the meters. Although many meters take cards, some do not.
Visited Los Angeles in October
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Pizzana! Amazing pizza with ingredients flown in from Italy.
It’s tough to name in the time of Covid, but it’s always fun to walk down Abbot Kinney, any farmers market, 3rd street promenade (stop at The Misfit for 12-7pm HH drinks), or visit any rooftop bar/restaurant.
Hollywood is cool to see as a tourist, but you don’t need to stay there overnight. Opt for Santa Monica, Venice or West Hollywood instead!
Visited Los Angeles in August
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Yuca's is a tiny taco shack in Los Feliz. It doesn't look like much but it is delicious. Some of the best tacos I have ever had and they serve a dang good burger too! It makes for a fantastic lunch spot.
Go into the mountains near Santa Monica. It absolutely gorgeous with views of mountains, the ocean, and the sprawling city of LA. When you're done you can enjoy your time in Santa Monica with great shopping and food.
Get a rental car and be patient with the traffic. There is so much to do and see. It might take a while to get there so just relax and be happy you're on vacation.
Visited Los Angeles in March
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Ask locals for best reviews and transport tips.
Visited Los Angeles in January
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
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In West Hollywood we loved The Butcher, The Baker, and The Cappuccino maker, and also Carrera Cafe!
Visited Los Angeles in November
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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I always eat in the Arts District in LA. Shamelessly love Umami Burger.
Visited Los Angeles in October
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Make sure to book reservations for places you want to eat at.
Visited Los Angeles in October
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
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Take advantage of Museum free days and for some you really have to plan ahead!! It is the best thing this city offers.
Visited Los Angeles in October
Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route
Lauren in Los Angeles for Flytographer
Los Angeles is an enormous, sprawling city, and taking in everything it offers in a single trip is a near impossible and monumental task. Each part of the city offers such great, unique things to do and places to eat, so it's best to try and tackle areas of it every day instead of running around all over the place trying to do and see everything.
Visited Los Angeles in August
Photo Shoot Location: Santa Monica Pier & Beach
Lauren in Los Angeles for Flytographer
The size of Los Angeles is definitely not to be underestimated. It’s easy to look at a map and figure going from one place to another would be easy, but it can take quite a while to move across the city. Be sure to consider the places you want to be, the things you want to do, and the places you want to eat all into consideration so that you can properly plan on where you’ll stay and how to manage your days without crisscrossing all over the city all day.
Visited Los Angeles in August
Photo Shoot Location: Griffith Park
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