Los Angeles
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| Los Angeles | |
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| Location | |
| Country | USA |
| Latitude | 34 03 N |
| Longitude | 118 15 W |
| Time Zone | GMT/UTC -8 (Standard Time) |
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| Population | 3,845,541 (2004) |
| Area | 607 km² (approximate) |
| Currency | US Dollar (USD) |
| Electricity | 110V |
| Language | English |
Los Angeles Layover
City Overview
The City of Los Angeles also known simply as L.A., is the second-largest city in the United States in terms of population, as well as one of the world's most important economic, cultural, and entertainment centers. It was incorporated as a city in California on April 4, 1850, and is the county seat of Los Angeles County.
As of the 2000 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 3.69 million (though a July 1, 2004 estimate placed the city's population at 3.84 million, and the metropolitan area at 17,545,623 in 2005). Many residents are speaking of the greater metropolitan area when they refer to the city, as it is informally considered to be one large place rather than the combination of several smaller ones. The city is also large by geographic standards since it sprawls over more than 465 square miles (1,200 square kilometers), making it larger than either New York City or Chicago in area.
In addition, Los Angeles has hosted two Olympic Games (in 1932 and 1984) and is home to world-renowned scientific and cultural institutions. The city is also one of the most cosmopolitan places in the world, as well as a vanguard of creativity, since it is home to individuals from virtually every nation on Earth. People have always been attracted to the city for its balmy weather, its vibrant lifestyle, its unique, high-velocity energy, and the opportunity to realize the "American Dream." Los Angeles is the center of the Greater Los Angeles Area.
The Airport
- Los Angeles International Airport (IATA: LAX, ICAO: KLAX)
Hotels
- Hilton LAX 5711 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, United States 90045. Tel: +1-310-410-4000 Fax: +1-310-410-6250
- Reward Program: Hilton HHonors
- Carl's Jr. Burger joint open 24hrs, just down the block to the left
- Also to the left when you leave the Hotel is Denny's. It's a little further down Century Blvd.
- Pick-up for the free Trolley to Manhattan Beach is out the hotel to the right, half a block.
- For Hilton HHonors members, there is a happy hour on the Towers floor with free appetizers 5-7. There is a pay wet bar also.
- Very nice fitness room on the lower level beneath the lobby
- 24-Hour Business Center: guests are able to make copies, fax colleagues, check the Internet and conduct business around the clock.
- 1/4 of a mile from LAX Int'l Airport via complimentary shuttle
- Courtyard Marriott El Segundo Phone 310-322-0700
- Reward Program: Marriott Rewards
- Free High Speed Internet
- Tiny Exercise room open 6am to 11pm
- Hot Breakfast in the morning is $7
- The 'Ralph's' grocery store down the block is open 24Hrs. There is a nice deli inside, and a pay-by-the-ounce salad bar.
- Westin LAX
- Reward Program: Starwood Preferred Guest
- Shuttle to LAX every 20 mins 25 hours a day
- Fitness center open 24 hours a day 3rd floor
- Starbucks Coffee Cart in lobby open 5:30am-10:00am
- Lounge on 12th floor for Starwood Members (Juice, Coffee, etc, in the mornings)
- Pick-up for the free Trolley to Manhattan Beach is out the hotel and across the street.
Getting Around
- Trolley - There is a free trolley service called "Ocean Express" That runs along Century Blvd. It stops at most the hotels on Century. From there it takes you to Manhattan beach or the Manhattan Village Mall. www.gatewaytola.org The trolley is really a red bus, easy to spot. It stops at the gateway to LA trolley signs....Last pick-up at Manhattan Beach is 8:30 (or 10:30 in the summer)
Things to Do and See
Burbank
Burbank is where most of Hollywood's magic happens. Go see a show taping, though most you must a ticket for already, there are a lot of days that you can just show up. If you really want to see the show, sign up and get your tickets. Because a lot of people don't show up, the studios usually have stand by tickets you can sign up for the day of.
Manhattan Beach
Take the trolley down to the beach and do some people watching. Once you are down at the beach, you can head down to the Boardwalk (called The Strand). Walk out on the pier. If you look to the south you will see another pier off in the distance. This pier is the Hermosa Beach pier. It is about a 35-45 minute walk to Hermosa Beach along The Strand, but it is a great walk...lots of 'sights' on a warm day.
Hermosa Beach
Great area packed full of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. The pedestrian only section right in front of the pier is the place to be.
Shopping
- Manhattan Village, An upscale mall, also on the route of the free Trolley.
- Fry's Fry's is a chain of electronics and computer parts stores. This one is a great place to kill some time looking at the newest gadgets. Located next to the Manhattan Village Mall.
Where to Eat
Century Blvd
- Denny's - Turn left when leaving the Hilton and walk about 1 1/2 blocks.
- LAX Internet Cafe - Leaving the Westin, turn right and it is at the end of the block. Across from McDonald's and the Best Western. International food (American, Italian, Iranian, Mexican) prices $6-$12 range.
- Subway - Turn right when leaving the Westin, half block.
- Carls Jr. - Turn left when leaving Hilton, across the street.
Clubs, Bars, Nightlife
Manhattan Beach
- Manhattan Beach Brewing Company - The Brewing Company has local-brewed beer and good pub grub.
- Shellback Tavern - A rustic dive that is a standard at the beach.
- Ercoles - Both here and at the Shellback, the crowd is comprised fun people who like to drink, mingle and meet in a shorts and sandals casual climate.
- Beaches - This is Manhattan beaches version of a dance club.
Hermosa Beach
- Sharkeez - Polynesian theme, Sunday night Happy Hour (2-for 1, starting at 6 p.m.)
- Patrick Molloy's - A nice clean Irish pub, next to Sharkeez
- Hennessey's - This Irish bar is a long-standing beach tradition.
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