This city hides many possibilities
"It's disappointing. I definitely didn't expect it like this." . It is a phrase that you may have heard from someone you know who has visited Los Angeles. You can also hear things like "it's a city in decline." The data, however, do not say the same. Los Angeles is booming. In 2015 a visitor record was broken with more than 45.5 million tourists . LA can be a really lovely city, if you know how to move well for her.
Let's start by emphasizing that it is a place where positive energy flows everywhere but in a relaxed way. In cities like ** New York ** the energy is also positive, but it gives you more adrenaline and stress. In LA it's easy to relax on the mountain or on the beach . Do you want to go hiking quietly? You can get your perfect photo with the Hollywood sign, walk through the haunted Runyon Canyon or even get lost on the trails of Malibu (another town with a peculiar charm) . The climate, sunny most of the year, allows us the luxury of going to the beach at any time . If you don't like tourist places, like Santa Monica or Venice, flee to more hidden places, like Will Rogers Beach or El Matador.
El Matador, because in LA there are beaches beyond Santa Monica and Venice
the congregates creative minds from around the world with high aspirations . Writers, actors, singers and artists who drive that positivity that characterizes the city. The occasional Spaniard has also found his home here. “LA seemed like a lonely city, very big and where it was difficult to meet people. It is not a pretty city in general, nor the typical place that you fall in love with in a couple of days. But really, as you get to know it, you realize the number of options it offers, all the things that can be done. You begin to understand why Los Angeles is a city known throughout the world , where many people want to come to live and, above all, to pursue their dreams, because we must not forget that it is a movie city and that dreams really do come true here“, Rubén Navarro, from Malaga, television producer and editor, tells us.
MJ Caballero, a Spanish producer based in LA, found the process easier: “Los Angeles is a city that many people find difficult to adapt to, but it was very easy for me to adapt to the city. From the beginning I felt that my spirit was part of it.” These aspirations are what drive Angelenos to fight and work hard for their dreams. Los Angeles is not a city full of superficial people, it is people who take care of themselves, who likes sports, living a healthy life and who does not put obstacles to meet new people and cultures.
THE RESTAURANTS IN WHICH YOU HAVE TO BE SEEN
If you are a foodies , you will be pleased to know that in LA there is a restaurant boom. And this is becoming one of the best traditions of Angelenos: go out at night to try fresh lobster in a small place , but with charm, as it is ** Knuckle and Claw **, in the area of Silver Lake; or go out to taste the best of Cuba, like a good plate of old clothes, while you dance salsa, in the famous ** El Floridita ** in Hollywood; or even get together with friends on Sundays to have a brunch on a rooftop in Downtown, as is the case with the popular The Perch .
If what you are looking for is to enjoy Bottomless Mimosas (“Endless Mimosas”), then **Tortilla Republic** in West Hollywood is your answer (for $17 you can drink non-stop for up to two hours). Exploring new restaurants has become a tradition for LA residents as well as its visitors. The california cuisine is part of the experience.
Bottomless Mimosas
CRAZY NIGHTS...
The nightlife in the city of stars is also experiencing one of its best moments. The best in this section? Being able to go out without a coat at night and not be cold at any time. The Houston brothers they dominate the nightlife scene at the moment, with hip and slightly Hollywood funky clubs like **Good Times** or **No Vacancy**. In the West Hollywood area, **The Abbey** remains one of the most famous clubs in the country; while **The Hudson** is shaping up to be one of the trendiest bars in this area.
One of the most famous clubs in the country
Approaching the beach, we found **The Bungalow** in the city of Santa Monica, a place to go early to avoid long lines. ** Misfit **, located on Santa Monica Ave and 3rd, offers great food and drinks, an ideal plan for a relaxing night during the week.
The Bungalow
get lost for him Third Promenade, to go shopping and take a walk while enjoying street shows; find peace strolling the canals of Venice Beach ; explore abbot kinney and eating an artisanal gelato from N'ice Cream or a delicious coffee from Intelligentsia , are other activities that will give you a different point of view of the city.
TO OVERCOME THE MORRIÑA...
Finally, for those Spaniards who miss their homeland, there are some options that bring the taste of the Mediterranean diet. The most affordable for the pocket, ** Bar Pintxo **, is located in Santa Monica (with Happy Hour from 4.00pm to 6.30pm and six tapas for six dollars). ** LA Paella ** , located in West Hollywood, specializes in - guess what - paellas of different varieties. For its part, **La Ración (in Pasadena)**, brings us haute cuisine tapas typical of the Basque Country. Fig & Olive , in West Hollywood, also specializes in Mediterranean flavors, but at a higher price.
Los Angeles is a charming place. You just have to know how to avoid the "tourist buses" and live the city as if you were part of it.
Yeah, you can find yourself in LA
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