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See a movie star. Sip a cocktail on a rooftop bar at sunset. Slip on designer shoes in a Beverly Hills boutique. Play at Universal Studios Hollywood theme park, explore world-class museums, or see your favorite band in West Hollywood. Welcome to California’s liveliest city, the entertainment capital of America, and one of the best restaurant scenes in North America. Downtown Los Angeles is the main hub, with Hollywood to the northwest, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley to the east, and the inviting beaches of Santa Monica and Malibu to the west. And, Catalina Island is just a short ferry ride from Long Beach.
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- Ways to Play in Los AngelesWays to Play in Los AngelesBask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
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- The Best Classic, Drive-In, and Modern Movie Theaters in Los AngelesThe Best Classic, Drive-In, and Modern Movie Theaters in Los AngelesTrue to its title of “entertainment capital,” Los Angeles is home to some of the best movie theaters in the world
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- 15 Los Angeles Hotels You Need to Know15 Los Angeles Hotels You Need to KnowWhether you’re looking for family fun or a romantic rendezvous, this guide to Los Angeles hotels has just what you need
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- Dining in Los AngelesDining in Los AngelesL.A. dishes out an exciting mix of splashy restaurants, international cuisines, and food trucks
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- Los Angeles: Family-Friendly Vacation IdeasLos Angeles: Family-Friendly Vacation IdeasAs home to the stars, world-class museums, and sunny beaches, Los Angeles is a bucket-list family vacation destination
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- Los Angeles County ShoppingLos Angeles County ShoppingGo boutique to bargain in one of the world’s fashion (and shopping) capitals
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- Los Angeles’ Sushi RowLos Angeles’ Sushi RowThis stretch of road in L.A.’s San Fernando Valley is a must for sushi-lovers
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- Plan Your Trip: Universal Studios HollywoodPlan Your Trip: Universal Studios HollywoodGet a rundown of all the rides and behind-the-scenes attractions at California’s Universal Studios Hollywood—plus where to eat and much more
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- 14 Best Pizza Places in Los Angeles14 Best Pizza Places in Los AngelesFrom classic slices to inventive creations, the best pizza joints in Los Angeles always deliver.
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- Los Angeles County's Craft BreweriesLos Angeles County's Craft BreweriesThe City of Angels goes big time with craft beers
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- Whale Watching Near Los AngelesWhale Watching Near Los AngelesGiants of the deep right off the coast
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- 5 Fantastic Music Venues in Los Angeles5 Fantastic Music Venues in Los AngelesGet to know some of the best venues in the county, from the open-air Greek Theatre in Griffith Park to the cozy Troubaour in West Hollywood
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- 11 Can’t-Miss Museums in Los Angeles11 Can’t-Miss Museums in Los AngelesFollow this guide to some of the best museums in L.A. (and a bonus one in nearby Pomona), including the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Los Angeles, and more
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- 4 Fabulous Resorts in Los Angeles County4 Fabulous Resorts in Los Angeles CountyEnjoy lavish spas, world-class golf, over-the-top dining, and unparalleled style at these high-end hideaways
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- Marina del ReyLos Angeles CountyMarina del Rey
- Venice BeachLos Angeles CountyVenice Beach
- Catalina IslandLos Angeles CountyCatalina Island
- West HollywoodLos Angeles CountyWest Hollywood
- HollywoodLos Angeles CountyHollywood
- San PedroLos Angeles CountySan Pedro
- Manhattan BeachLos Angeles CountyManhattan Beach
- North HollywoodLos Angeles CountyNorth Hollywood
- Redondo BeachLos Angeles CountyRedondo Beach
- Long BeachLos Angeles CountyLong Beach
- BurbankLos Angeles CountyBurbank
- ClaremontLos Angeles CountyClaremont
- GlendaleLos Angeles CountyGlendale
- LancasterLos Angeles CountyLancaster
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