This year is the 100th birthday of the City of Avalon and to celebrate, the leaders in boat transportation to the island, The Catalina Express are giving riders throughout the year of 2013 a free ride which will include an Avalon centennial planner with hundreds of dollars of savings to take advantage of.  Even if [...]

Before you know it, the holidays will be here. Better to start finalizing your holiday plans now, so you can have more time to enjoy family gatherings and festivities. St. Regis Monarch Beach near Dana Point, CA, located about an hour south from Los Angeles, invites you to join them during their elegant holiday celebrations. And why [...]

The cast of AMC’s The Walking Dead ran into a few “walkers” and screamed their way through “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood during a recent visit to “The Walking Dead: Dead Inside” maze. Although they may play fearless survivors on the show, some proved to be less courageous than their characters when faced [...]

A relatively new hotel on the Los Angeles landscape has emerged: The Hotel Wilshire in the heart of the Miracle Mile on the world-famous Wilshire Boulevard. The hotel is extremely convenient for business or pleasure. It is minutes from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Century City, easily accessing LA’s hotspots, entertainment venues, restaurants, shopping and [...]

Fall is upon us again, cooler days, leaves turning golden hues and a bounty of pumpkin in-season produce.  Summer was hectic but now it’s time to slow down a bit, plan a rejuvenatory getaway and enjoy the crisp air. For Angelenos, The Oaks at Ojai is one of the best places to “fall” gracefully into [...]

Driving through LA’s historic Miracle Mile, you’d never know such a sophisticated hotel was shimmied in between a row of retail shops and eateries on Wilshire Boulevard. That’s why The Hotel Wilshire is for those in-the-know, truly LA’s best-kept secret. When visiting LA, be in with the in-crowd when you stay at The Hotel Wilshire… [...]

Continuum Entertainment Group proudly produced the HAWKEN® (Game) HAVEN, for the first time ever, at a 3-day event celebrating the upcoming release the of the virtual game on 12.12.12.  The event was a 3-day inaugural event during the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3).  HAWKEN® HAVEN was presented by Adhesive Games and Meteor Entertainment in association [...]

Whether it’s a 4-hour flight delay or overnight layover, travel is not always as seamless as one prefers. Instead of spending extra time in a noisy, overcrowded terminal, filled with overpriced eateries, why not go parasailing, bar hopping, or enjoy waterfront dinning? Located just four miles north of LAX and less than a mile from [...]

The ultimate driving machine — probably not the one you’re thinking, but DnA Golf and BMW have a closer relationship than you might think. In 2002, the renowned European automaker originally commissioned VyaTek Sports to create a high-performance gold club. The result, DnA Golf’s radical new instrument, an extraordinarily tunable golfer’s delight, with the look, [...]

Every year, George Lopez and his celebrity friends take to the links and raise money for his charity, The Lopez Foundation, and this year was the Fifth Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Dealer Championships , which took place on Monday, May 7th, at the Lakeside Country Club in Burbank. And [...]

Transformers: The Ride – 3D – Universal Studios Hollywood is proud to premiere their long anticipated Immersive Themed Ride “Transformers: The Ride – 3D” this May. Based on the iconic Hasbro brand and thrilling film franchise by director Michael Bay, this attraction is celebrated by multiple generations for it’s inventive storyline and spectacular action-packed special [...]

Hollywood talent from all backgrounds gathered last Thursday at the Egyptian Theatre to celebrate Red Line Tours unveiling their new series of collectible souvenir tickets designed by world-renowned artist Andre Miripolsky.  Cast members from Broadway hits like “Grease” and “Peter Pan” to films such as “Westside Story” and “E.T. The Extraterrestrial” as well as TV [...]

A mere two blocks from the beach, the Shade Hotel, Manhattan Beach’s hippest boutique hotel, is the perfect destination to enjoy a Southern California holiday or simply experience the thriving South Bay surf cities.  Travel experts agree, Shade Hotel is stellar. Condé Nast Traveler listed Shade as the #6 reason to visit LA, and Manhattan Beach [...]

Los Angeles may not have snow, but it does have uber style when it comes to celebrating the holidays. The London West Hollywood offers Christmas dinner and hotel packages as well as New Years Eve specials. London West Hollywood also goes beyond to offer the ultimate way to ring in the New Years, a private [...]

Have you ever wondered how it would feel to be treated like an A-list celebrity? Have you ever dreamed of being pampered and catered to, with the added perks of fame, while all eyes are on you, when you visit Los Angeles? Well, look no further. The W Los Angeles, known for providing their guests [...]

On Thursday, June 23rd, the Glow Ultra Lounge, housed at the Marriott Marina del Rey, celebrated their Re-launch Party with DJ Cat to support the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Glow Ultra Lounge has updated their design and now includes a VIP entrance, new dance floor area, improved lighting features, and nightly specials throughout the summer. [...]

Looking for MMA training gyms in Los Angeles, but are overwhelmed with choices? Need to train with confident, professional and qualified instructors? When trying to find MMA training gyms in and around Los Angeles that offer everything you need, consider focusing on LA MMA gyms who offer Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing. There are [...]

On June 11th and 12th, the LA Wine Fest, featuring the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour, took place at the historic Raleigh Studios in downtown Los Angeles for the 6th year in a row, benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles and also supporting the Hollywood Wilshire YMCA. Spectators enjoyed over 150 wines from all [...]

Beautiful San Pedro located in the Los Angeles harbor area is full of ways to explore the California coast. San Pedro whale watching tours and cruises provide families in San Pedro and the surrounding areas with a pastime that nature lovers of all ages can enjoy. Young minds will learn from captain and crew members [...]

Newport Beach is a popular place for Southern California families to visit and enjoy. There are many things to do in Newport Beach for everyone, from young curious kids looking for adventure to seasoned adults looking to relax. Whether a family is looking for a day trip or a couple is looking for a special [...]

Ever dreamed of being on an ocean adventure, interacting with the beautiful and exotic aquatic wildlife? Ever wanted to take a cruise where it feels like there is a magical connection with the environment and the beautiful blue ocean? Marina Del Rey whale watching cruises allow anyone who wants to have a unique ocean experience [...]

Whales are unique, and are the largest animals in the world. Malibu whale watching tours allow for whale lovers to experience the beautiful whales that inhabit the waters of Southern California. Malibu whale watching tours and cruises are a way to easily connect with marine life on a comfortable and safe boat staffed by experts. [...]

They say the best Christmas gifts are those that someone wouldn’t buy for themselves! Located at the always exciting and fun Universal’s CityWalk, iFLY and Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge have partnered to offer the ‘Dine on the Fly’ promotion. It  includes two indoor-sky-diving flights and two meals. Talk about a unique night out! Great [...]

Universal Studios Hollywood is gearing up to scare Los Angeles into the Halloween spirit. On Sept. 24, the theme park will open the 2010 “Halloween Horror Nights”, and host the Eyegore Awards Ceremony at 7:30 p.m. The event commemorates those who specialize in delivering screams through terrifying entertainment. Horror genre veterans, Eli Roth (“Hostel”), Christopher [...]

Looking for a casual but trendy, upscale place to relax with fire pits, DJ station and outdoor cabanas overlooking the water on the West side of Los Angeles?  Look no more, Glow Lounge in the Marina Del Rey Marriott has all that and more. Recently undergoing a design overhaul, MDR Marriott is transforming their once [...]