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Long Beach might not be first on your California bucket list, but it’s still worth a visit. At first glance, there might not seem like there’s much to do, but I’m here to prove you wrong! Here’s my guide for how to make the most of your time if you find yourself in Long Beach, California.
If you’re heading to Las Vegas from SoCal, make it a road trip and take the scenic route through the Mojave Desert.
I was coming from Long Beach California, so the drive is about 4 and a half hours (without any stops). But to break up the drive, here are a few stops I found along the way that I’d recommend stopping at.
San Diego is about a 2.5 hour drive from Los Angeles along the California coast. The city is known for its perfect weather, world-renowned zoo, and outdoor activities. With so much to see and do, it’s hard to narrow it down if you only have one day in San Diego.
My San Diego day trip itinerary will give you a mix of coastal and city life. From discovering hidden gems in La Jolla and Coronado to the bustling action of the Gaslamp Quarter and lively seaport. It’s all about relaxing, seeing the sights, and enjoying everything the city has to offer.
There are four major Hollywood studio tours that you can go on in and around Los Angeles: Warners Brothers, Sony, Paramount, and Universal. Here’s my in-depth guide of what to expect from each, which will hopefully help you decide which one to visit!
The prices range from $50-$120 and the length of time from 1 to 3 hours. Throughout my visits to L.A., I’ve managed to visit all 4 of them (and some even twice).
But it’s really not necessary to do them all, especially on the same trip. There’s quite a bit of overlap, particularly between Warner Brothers and Paramount.
I was lucky enough to have been able to visit Santa Monica twice already. The first time I went there I loved the vibe of the city so much that I wanted to move there. It’s close enough to Los Angeles that you can easily go there for the day. But it’s also nice to…
So you’re making a trip down to Los Angeles California – A.K.A. the Hollywood Stars. There’s so much glitz and glam that it can overwhelm you to know where to start. Here’s my ultimate guide to Los Angeles: where to stay, what to do in Los Angeles, and even what to eat. Quick Tips Los…