The myth, the velocity, the edginess in creative and technological fields – this is Los Angeles, where the multicultural future that awaits the rest of the country is already a firm reality. In little more than 200 years, LA has grown from a dusty Spanish outpost into one of the world’s largest and most complex cities offering top venues for everything from archaeology and the arts to food. The birthplace of Mickey Mouse and Hollywood, LA has shaped the imaginations of millions.
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The entertainment at this hotel hot spot includes performance art by a barely clothed beauty on view in a glass booth above the reception, and dancing.
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The cathedral ceiling and decor of a 1920s bank building provide an elegant backdrop for American fare. Try the perfect prime steaks.
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One of Los Angeles’s finest independent theaters shows the kind of experimental and foreign fare that most multiplexes would avoid. The cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show still runs every Saturday.
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Antiques and artwork grace rooms, suites, and villas, all brimming with high-tech features, including wireless web access and satellite TV. A personal room valet attends to your every need.
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Mary Ranney worked as a draftsperson at the brothers’ firm and contributed many of the design ideas for this lovely shingled corner mansion.
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One of Pasadena’s finest restaurants, this Craftsman-style cottage has a menu of American classics.
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Great views of the Long Beach skyline coupled with delicious fresh fish and seafood. The four-course Sunset Dinner special is a steal.
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Overlooking Rodeo Drive, this dignified 1928 hotel has hosted royalty many times and featured prominently in the 1990 movie Pretty Woman . Luxurious extras include chauffeured car service within a radius of 3 miles (5 km).
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A white marble outdoor shopping mall with five floors of fashion, interior design, and jewelry boutiques orbiting a sunken atrium courtyard with a fancy eatery.
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Serious music fans love this no-nonsense club where the focus is on the show, not the decor or the crowd.
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Hotel price categories
For the cheapest standard double room per night (without breakfast), taxes, and extra charges.
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Restaurant price categories
Price categories include a three-course meal for one, a glass of house wine, and all unavoidable extra charges including tax.
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