Whether this is your first visit to Palm Springs or you’ve spent your whole life here, we’re willing to bet that there are a couple of bucket list items you’ve yet to experience. While those items are, of course, intensely personal to each individual, we’ve gathered a list of some of the more exciting adventures that we think would fun and e...

Famed for such diverse offerings as Muscle Beach and Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice Beach is a delightful enigma. With some of the city’s best boutiques, trendy eateries, and popular galleries, you’ll enjoy the cosmopolitan ambiance of this charming enclave. Over the course of a full decade, occupants Cheri Pann and Gonzalo Duran transformed a nondescript h...

There’s just a bit of a star-struck child in each of us. The “Hollywood” sign up in the hills above Hollywood may well be one of the most photographed spots in the US, if not the world. Prolifically featured in a string of movies, including A Star is Born, Beaches, Some Kind of Wonderful and Escape from LA, the Hollywood Bowl is a superstar ...

Many people wouldn’t necessarily mention “hiking” in the same sentence as “Los Angeles”, but maybe they should. But, for those in the know, there are plenty of spots to get out in nature and view some wildly differing landscapes.   For day hikers just looking for a couple hours of oneness with nature, the Runyon Canyon is a ver...

The glamour and the boundless energy of Los Angeles is sure to turn anyone and everyone into a photographer. With so much to see (and Instagrams feeds to fill), you’ll later treasure a visual diary of your days and experiences in LA. For those who enjoy the outdoors and nature shots, you absolutely can’t miss the Santa Monica Pier, the Venice Canals,...

When most people think of LA, they think of movie stars, Hollywood Blvd. But there’s another side to LA that’s worth getting to know. In addition to a plethora of other cultural activities, there’s a vast selection of museums that are worth your time and interest. Permanent attractions exhibit living things, inventions, and aerospace.

It’s entirely possible that the concept of healthier living and healthier eating originated in Los Angeles. After all, some of the most popular and enduring trends got their start in the sun and palm trees of the City of Angels. From activities to food and even skin care, we have all the best recommendations for you!      ...

Though it’s still available, the days of brunch being synonymous with mimosas and Eggs Benedict are widely over. Here are a few of our picks for the best brunches in LA.   The Huckleberry Cafe isn’t even trying to be trendy - it just knows it’s not that cool. Absolutely locally-sourced, straight off the vine or out of the ground fresh and...

In LA, sushi is as much a part of life as sun, surf and Rodeo Drive. With restaurants seemingly on every corner, it can be a challenge to find the quality and ambiance you’re looking for.   Sugarfish is the place to go for sushi purists.   Imagine seeing the twinkling lights of LA at night from the warming jets of your hot tub.

Infinity pools (also called zero edge, negative edge, disappearing edge and an assortment of other names) may have been around since the 18th century, but their popularity has grown exponentially over the last decade.   An impressive number of Villaway.com properties offer infinity pools for our discerning guests. These magnificent outdoor retreats have beco...

Los Angeles is a city of incredibly diverse landscapes.   Hollywood Hills Situated high above the city, Hollywood Hills is both one of the most affluent and one of the most scenic areas in LA. As you twist and turn through the streets, you’ll see extravagant mansions, spellbinding views of the city, homes that cling to the face of cliffs, and more. Y...

It’s summertime and life is easy at the beach. And as Independence Day approaches, we’ve got you covered with the latest information on fireworks shows, parades and all the celebrations. First is the show on Sunday, July 1 at the 21600 block of Pacific Coast Highway near Carbon Beach/La Costa. All three celebrations will begin approximately at 9pm and ...