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Best Places to Visit in Los Angeles – 20 Unmissable Attractions

Last Modified: September 25, 2022 //  by Anda //  4 Comments

It’s hard to know where to begin when visiting a city like Los Angeles. Home to Hollywood – a name synonymous with the American film industry, exclusive neighborhoods, famous theme parks, and world-renowned landmarks, L.A. is a great place to visit at any time of year. But unlike other metropolises around the world, Los Angeles’s attractions and …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Los Angeles

driving on a Death Valley Road

Los Angeles to Death Valley Drive – 2-Day Road Trip Itinerary

Last Modified: July 7, 2022 //  by Anda //  2 Comments

If you were to judge it by its ominous name, you’d probably never want to visit a place called Death Valley. But don’t let the name put you off. For those who like the desert, Death Valley is a fascinating place to visit and one of the few National Parks close to L.A. So, if …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Best Places to Stay in Los Angeles

Where to Stay in Los Angeles: Insider Guide to the Best Areas

Last Modified: July 13, 2022 //  by Anda //  17 Comments

If visiting Los Angeles is in your plans, your next important decision will be choosing where to stay in this huge metropolis. But it’s hard to know where to begin when you visit a city like Los Angeles for the first time. Unlike other big metropolises around the world, Los Angeles’ attractions are spread all …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Los Angeles

Things to see and do in Death Valley

17 Incredibly Interesting Things to See in Death Valley

Last Modified: May 7, 2022 //  by Anda //  17 Comments

Traveling to a place called Death Valley may not inspire much confidence, but don’t let the name put you off. Despite its ominous name, Death Valley National Park is a fascinating place for those who like the desert. Every year, millions of visitors are lured by its rolling sand dunes, rainbow-colored mountains, and barren salt …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Hiking trips, Unique Places Around the World

National Parks Near Los Angeles

Guide to the Best National Parks Near Los Angeles, California

Last Modified: May 7, 2022 //  by Anda //  14 Comments

Next time you come to Los Angeles be sure to set aside some time to explore the spectacular outdoors that surround the city. Besides its proximity to the gorgeous beaches in Orange County and the San Bernardino mountain resorts, Los Angeles is also close to several Southern California National Parks. These parks, which are only within …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Hiking trips, Unique Places Around the World

Orange County beaches

25 Amazing Beaches in Orange County, California, to Visit This Summer

Last Modified: February 1, 2023 //  by Anda //  13 Comments

Living in Southern California has its perks. We enjoy warm weather, sunny skies, and amazing scenery. We are in close proximity to Los Angeles downtown and its many attractions, and we are within driving distance from some of the most scenic national parks in the U.S. But best of all, we have easy access to …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Best beaches in Lake Tahoe

18 Beaches in Lake Tahoe That You’ll Absolutely Love!

Last Modified: February 6, 2022 //  by Anda //  13 Comments

Lake Tahoe is the largest and most beautiful alpine lake in North America. Settled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, on the border of California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe is famous not only for its world-class ski resorts, but also its gorgeous beaches. If you’re headed here for a beach vacation, you might find yourself overwhelmed …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, Nevada, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

downtown los angeles walking tour

How to Explore Downtown Los Angeles on a Self-Guided Walking Tour

Last Modified: May 31, 2022 //  by Anda //  16 Comments

Nobody walks in LA, right? Well, that’s mostly true when you need to get from one place to another, since distances are quite big here. However, there are many walking opportunities in this city and quite a few places worth exploring on foot. So if this your first time in Los Angeles and you want …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United States

View of Pacific Coast Highway

14 Spectacular Stops on the LA to San Francisco Drive

Last Modified: September 27, 2022 //  by Anda //  26 Comments

Of all the road trips we took across California, driving along the Pacific Coast from L.A. to San Francisco has been my all time favorite. This famous stretch of coast is considered one of the most amazing destinations in the world, and for a good reason. Along the road you’ll drive by tiny coastal towns, …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North AmericaTag: Destination Guides, Unique Places Around the World

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