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The most iconic landmark of Los Angeles is the Hollywood sign; and it is a must see for any traveler passing through LA. It might take a few minutes to get through some popular places where you can see the sign, but it is worth the visit.
1) The Hollywood & Highland Center – Located in the heart of Hollywood, this shopping complex is right in the middle of the attractions. The complex is next to the famous Chinese Theater and the Walk of Fame. There are connecting bridges on the top northeast level of the shopping complex where you have a view of the sign. This can be easily reach by using the Red Line Metro Rail.

2) Griffith Observatory – Not only you get an unobstructed view of the Hollywood sign, you also get a panoramic view of the city. This observatory is famous tourist spot day and night.

3) Lake Hollywood Park – This is only accessible by car but it’s worth the visit. Located in the middle of the residential community in Hollywood Hills. It provides a close and clear view of the Hollywood Sign.

4) Hike it – this is one is for the adventurous traveler. You will have to use your car to get to the north-end of N Beachwood Drive and the hike will take about 30 – 45 minutes. Although the trail is open for public, there’s a huge gate (which is usually always open) and a private guard in the entrance to thwarts tourist alike (don’t be scared, they can’t stop you from hiking it).

Enjoy your Travels!

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 is “Eric Benet & Friends”, presented by Neo-Soul Concerts on Friday, March 6th. This event will include a live concert and an after party. The pre-sale for general admission starts at $40 and a Special Platform Package is available for $600. Included in this package are bottle service and six admission tickets. An Orchestra Package is also available for $750, which includes bottle service, six admission tickets, and orchestra seating right next to the stage. Doors open at 8pm and dinner will be served from 8pm – 12am. Only those 21 & over will be allowed to attend.

Chris Spencer, executive producer of Real Husbands of Hollywood and a celebrity comedian will host the “Eric Benet and Friends” concert. Eric Benet will be the headlining performer of the show. Benet is an American R&B and neo soul singer-songwriter who is known for his smooth jams. He is a talented artist who has also received four Grammy nominations during his career. In addition to Benet, Angie Stone and Faith Evans will also be performing. Angie Stone is a record producer, actress, and a soul/neo soul singer songwriter. She has been nominated for three Grammy Awards and has had four top 10 albums – including a number one – on the R&B charts. Faith Evans is an R&B artist and was the first female artist to get a contract with Sean Combs’ Bad Boy Entertainment recording company. She has released a number of platinum studio albums and has collaborated with superstars such as Mary J. Blige and Carl Thomas. If you love neo-soul, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Eric Benet and Friends at The Conga Room
Experience one of LA’s best night Clubs and great live music at the Conga Room at LA Live!
Starts: 03/06/2015
800 W Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
90015 USA

The classic story of Alice in Wonderland takes the stage at the Walt Disney Concert Hall!

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 8pm. Tickets start at $20. If you’re staying in the hotels near the Walt Disney Concert Hall, you can purchase them online at the official LA Philharmonic website, at the box office, or by calling 323.850.2000.

This latest production of Alice in Wonderland is brought to you from the ingenious mind of Netia Jones. Jones has become known for creative multimedia productions as well as her directing, designing, and video art collections. The Observer event described her as “the most imaginative director of opera working in Britain today.” She works in the UK, Europe, and the US and is the director of a mixed media creative studio called Lightmap. The composer of this latest version of Alice in Wonderland is the talented Unsuk Chin. She was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea where she learned the basics of piano and music theory from her father. Almost exclusively self-taught, Chin is a great example of someone with pure talent. She relocated to Berlin, where she then worked at the electronic music studio at the Technical University of Berlin. Her compositions are known for their playfulness and virtuosity while brilliantly meshing together non-European influences with modern techniques. Don’t miss out on your chance to see these incredibly talented artists showcase their work. Buy your tickets for Alice in Wonderland today!

Alice in Wonderland at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
The visually stunning world of Alice in Wonderland is coming to the Walt Disney Concert Hall!
Starts: 02/27/2015
Ends: 02/28/2015
111 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA
900012 US

Los Angeles is known for its amazing museums, and you can experience them for Free! The 10th annual Los Angeles “Museum Free For All” is Saturday January 31st!

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 museums that are often very costly to get into for FREE! But this incredible event is happening for one day only so don’t miss out on this great event!

Some of the major museums that will be participating in this event include The Page Museum at the La Brea Tarpits and the California Science Center! Here is a full list of all the participating museums for “Museum Free For All”: the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Annenberg Space for Photography, Armory Center for the Arts, California Science Center, the California African American Museum, the craft Fold and Art Museum, The Getty Center, the Getty Villa, the Fowler Museum at UCLA, the Hammer Museum, the Los Angeles Fire Department Museum and Memorial, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), the Museum of Latin American Art, the Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles (MOCA), the Paley Center for Media, the Santa Monica Museum of Art, the Pasadena Museum of California Art, the Skirball Cultural Center, the USC Pacific Asia Museum, the Torrance Art Museum, and the William S. Hart Museum! Can you believe it? All of these incredible museums can be visited completely FREE. Spend the day look at art from modern art to classics, look at ancient Greek sculptures or learn about a different culture. You also get to experience the different areas of LA as well. Some of the museums are located in the heart of downtown while others, such as the Santa Monica Museum or Art will take you to the beach. Start planning your itinerary today!

Los Angeles Museum Free For All
Los Angele’s best museums are opening their doors to the public at no charge during the Museum Free For All
Starts: 01/31/2015
Los Angeles, CA

Taste everything Los Angeles has to offer during the 2 week culinary event, DineLA!

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. Visit the official Discover Los Angeles website for more information.

The way that DineLA works is very easy. All you have to do is figure out what kind of food you want and go from there. At each participating restaurant there will be prix-fixe menus for everyone who is interested. These specially made menus have been created specifically for this event and offer guests food that really highlights the restaurant and their specialties. If you go to one of these food establishments for lunch, you can expect to pay $15, $20, or $25. If you go for dinner, expect to pay $30, $40, or $50 per person. The price depends on the restaurant and what is being served. One great thing about this event is that there are so many different types of cuisines that you can choose from. You can eat American food, Chinese, British, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean, Mexican, Moroccan, Persian, Peruvian, Southern, Thai, Vietnamese, and even Vegetarian or Vegan in addition to many more. Another good thing about this two-week event is the fact that there are so many places that you can explore as restaurants throughout Los Angeles County are participating in this event. You can eat at Venice one day and at West Hollywood the next. Or maybe you’ll go to South Pasadena for lunch and Santa Monica for dinner. The possibilities are endless during DineLA!

DineLA
Taste the best food Los Angeles has to offer during the 2 week DineLA event!
Starts: 01/19/2015
Ends: 02/01/2015
Los Angeles, CA