Discover Awesome Authors and Books at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books!

Posted on April 10th, 2015

If you love books, be sure to bring out your whole family to the Festival of Books sponsored by the Los Angeles Times. This annual event will take place at the University of Southern California on April 18th and the 19th. At this festival you can do a variety of things that are great for all ages. If you have young children, stop by the children’s tent for some tips on teaching your child to read and pick up some of the latest children’s book as well. For your teenager, there is a young adult section where they... Read more

Grab a Dodger Dog and Watch the Los Angeles Dodgers!

Posted on March 27th, 2015

Baseball season is nearly upon us and that means that you and your friends and family will once again be able to enjoy America’s favorite pastime! One great way to enjoy this beloved sport is to cheer on the home team of Los Angeles – the Los Angeles Dodgers. Opening day is April 6th and then they will begin their regular season. Grab a dodger dog, enjoy some peanuts, sit back, and enjoy the game. Don’t forget to book a hotel near the Dodger Stadium and wear your blue to the game! Throughout the month of April... Read more

Exploring a Super Cute World at the Hello Kitty Museum!

Posted on March 13th, 2015

This year, Hello Kitty is celebrating her 40th anniversary as a global icon! Hello Kitty products are recognized all throughout the world and are beloved by both children and adults alike. In order to help celebrate, The Japanese American National Museum has created the first large-scale Hello Kitty museum that will be held in the United States. The exhibit is entitled Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty. This exhibit is happening now until May 31st so if you or someone you know loves Hello Kitty and looking for something to do in downtown Los... Read more

Don’t Miss Eric Benet & Friends at the Conga Room!

Posted on February 27th, 2015

Are you and your friends looking for a fun night out when staying near LA Live? Do you want to celebrate and sip on delicious cocktails? If so, you should head over to the Conga Room – the premiere nightclub of LA Live! LA Live is already known for its great entertainment opportunities, but the Conga Room is a unique venue. Not only is it a nightclub, but it also acts as a bar, a venue for concerts, and it is a restaurant as well! One particular event that is taking place at the Conga Room... Read more

Experience the world of Alice in Wonderland live!

Posted on February 13th, 2015

The Los Angeles Philharmonic is offering guests a production of Alice and Wonderland like you’ve never seen before. In this multimedia production, listen to the orchestra perform music that tells the story of Alice while other elements are combined. There will be live action, eye-popping costumes, imaginative choreography, and even interactive animated projections that all combine for a brilliant retelling of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of imagination and whimsy. For two nights only, you’ll be given the opportunity to see this incredible performance. Watch it on Friday, February 27th or Saturday, February 28th. Both performances will be at... Read more

The Los Angeles Museum Free For All is back!

Posted on January 30th, 2015

Are you looking for something to do when staying in downtown Los Angeles? What will you be doing on Saturday, January 31st? If you don’t have plans, great. If you did have plans, drop them because it is time for the 10th annual Los Angeles “Museum Free For All”! You might be wondering, “what is a museum free for all?” Well, it is pretty much what it sounds like. For one day only, major museums throughout the LA area will be allowing guests to get in for FREE! That’s right, you can attend a number of... Read more

DineLA is back for 2 Weeks of Culinary Diversity!

Posted on January 16th, 2015

Foodies rejoice, DineLA has returned! Which means you have two whole weeks to explore all the fantastic dining opportunities while staying in downtown Los Angeles. It is no surprise that Los Angeles has some of the best eating establishments and some of the nation’s most renowned chefs. If you ever wanted to try out some of these fantastic places but were not sure where to start, then DineLA is just for you! This amazing two-week opportunity is from Monday, January 19th through Sunday, February 1st and is taking place all throughout Los Angeles at various participating restaurants.... Read more

Fun Things to do in Downtown LA!

Posted on December 29th, 2014

Downtown Los Angeles is filled with so many fun and exciting places to visit that it may be hard to know where to start! Lucky for you, here are some stand out places that you should visit while exploring Downtown LA. If you are staying in a hotel near Downtown Los Angeles, be sure to add these places on your to-do list while you are here! Olvera Street is known as “the birthplace of Los Angeles” as it was created in 1930 in order to preserve the culture of early California. At this Mexican Marketplace, enjoy... Read more

Enjoy Festive and Family Friendly Fun at the LA County Holiday Celebration!

Posted on December 12th, 2014

For the past 55 years, the Arts Commission of Los Angeles has created the Holiday Celebration – a wonderful event great for the whole family. Every year, more than 20 groups such as dance companies and choirs all from the LA area gather together to celebrate the wonderful holiday season! The event takes place Wednesday, December 24 from 3pm – 6pm at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. And the best part is, the event is FREE! For families staying at hotels in Los Angeles, don’t miss this festive tradition to celebrate with your loved ones! The... Read more

Pershing Square Holiday Ice Rink

Posted on December 1st, 2014

This year, Los Angeles wants to help you, your friends, and family get into the holiday spirit. You might be wondering, how can you do that with the sunny California weather? That’s why LA is bringing the winter to you with an outdoor skating rink! This winter, come down to the historic Pershing Square centrally located in downtown Los Angeles. Bring whomever you want – friends, family, your partner – it is sure to be fun for all! If you be staying at one of the Los Angeles hotels in downtown , head over to Pershing... Read more