Yeah, yeah, we might all be staying at home right now (which is for the best), but one can dream, right? And right now a leading light in getting me through these dreary Manchester drizzle days (despite it supposedly being our Summer!) is dreaming of my future holidays…
Los Angeles – the city of Angels – is probably the most famous city in America, right up there with the likes of New York and Washington DC. The west coast metropolis is the base for Hollywood and the perfect location for a well-deserved vacation. But this is no ordinary city destination. It’s precisely the type of place that will give your friends a severe case of FOMO. Here’s what makes it so unique.
Los Angeles is heavily influenced by Spanish culture. For that reason, it remains one of the most exciting culinary spots in the world, attracting innovative chefs from across the states. It’s fast becoming a foodie paradise, with practically every type of grub on offer, including dishes inspired by hemp.
Being a celebrity hub, Los Angeles also does well on the plant-based front. There are loads of options here for vegans or those looking to make their diets more sustainable. And if you love steak, then you’re spoiled for choice in this location.
Los Angeles is a city designed almost entirely around making life as convenient for visitors as possible. There are plenty of places to visit and stay, and a range of services that make it easier to get around. Transfer services from the airport, for instance, will drop you off anywhere in the city. And outfits like Los Angeles Radicalstorage provide spaces to secure your luggage as you move from one location to another.
Los Angeles occupies a giant flat piece of land in the Californian desert, surrounded by majestic and lonely mountains. At the foot of these, you’ll find plenty of spaces to park the hire car and embark on marked trail routes. You can spend the entire day hiking in the mountains, eating picnics, and taking stunning pictures for your Instagram account. And once you’re done, you can refill your stomach at one of the many eateries that dot the edge of town.
More than ten million people live in the greater LA area, and so they each have a unique idea for the best way to live. For some, it’s about trying to make it in the business world, putting in long hours, and buying a massive Beverly Hills mansion. For others, it’s pursuing a life of mindfulness and trying to escape the pressures of the modern world.
For instance, in LA, you can experience the glitz and the glam of Hollywood or go for an inexpensive In-and-Out Burger with the locals. It’s entirely up to you. The city is your playground.
Most holiday destinations are seasonal. Cold weather in the winter puts a bit of a spanner in the works, making you enjoy your break less. The same, however, is not valid in LA. This city is always sunny, no matter when you go. Going over the winter months is probably better for most travelers since the weather isn’t so intensely hot as in June and July.
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