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LOS ANGELES COUNTY

only admission-free amusement park with 12
rides, 18 midway games, an oceanfront food
plaza and the world's ﬁrst solar-powered Ferris
wheel. pacpark.com. See ad, p. 2-3
Santa Monica Museum of Art. 310/586-6488.
2525 Michigan Ave. Contemporary works.
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. 310/393-6149.
1600 Ocean Front Walk.
Santa Monica Place. 310/260-8333. 395 Santa
Monica Place. Contemporary open-air shopping
destination steps from the beach, offering
luxury fashion, entertainment, dining. It's where
people come to gather. santamonicaplace.com.
See ad, p. 2-3
Santa Monica Visitor Information Center.
800/544-5319. 2427 Main St. Santa Monica,
a charming oceanside city with a laid-back
LA attitude. Seaside hotels, over 400
restaurants, 8 shopping districts and more.
santamonica.com. See ad, p. 2-3
Third Street Promenade. 310/393-8355. Vibrant
cultural and shopping area with world-class
stores, dining, and local arts in an urban beachside setting. Cafes, street performers, two farmers'
markets Wed. and Sat. downtownsm.com.
See ad, p. 2-3

SHERMAN OAKS
Ventura Boulevard. 818/906-1951. Sample San
Fernando Valley life and dining at the Galleria.

ome to the Aquarium of the Paciﬁc where you and your
family can get in touch with nature and marine life, any
time you want. Touch sharks. Feed lorikeet birds. Watch
penguins play. Over 11,000 animals await you.

TORRANCE
Discover Torrance Visitors Bureau.
310/802-7777. 1108 Sartori Ave., Ste. 130.
Contact the Ofﬁcial Visitor Bureau for information on the beach city of Torrance, located in
Los Angeles' South Bay. discovertorrance.com.
See ad, p. 140

aquariumofpacific.org 562 . 590 . 3100 100 AQUARIUM WAY, LONG BEACH, CA 90802

UNIVERSAL CITY
Universal CityWalk. 818/622-4455. 100 Universal
City Plaza. Theaters, shops, restaurants, concerts.
Universal Studios Hollywood.
800/UNIVERSAL. 100 Universal City Plaza. The
Entertainment Capital of L.A. Universal Studios
is a movie-based theme park featuring groundbreaking attractions and the world-famous
Studio Tour. UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.
See ad, inside front cover

WEST HOLLYWOOD
Avenues of Art & Design. 310/289-2534.
8687 Melrose Ave. Galleries, boutiques.
MOCA at the Paciﬁc Design Center.
310/657-0800. 8687 Melrose Ave.

VENICE

Schindler House. 323/651-1510.
835 N. Kings Rd. 1920s home and studio
of progressive architect.

Venice Beach Boardwalk. 310/399-2775.
Ocean Front Walk. Eclectic L.A. beach crowd.

Sunset Strip. 800/368-6020. Crescent Heights
to Doheny. Iconic nightlife and clubs.

Wattles Mansion and Garden.
1824 N. Curson Ave. Mission-revival architecture, extensive grounds.
Visit West Hollywood. 800/368-6020.
8687 Melrose Ave., Ste. M60. Only in
West Hollywood would you ﬁnd glittering Sunset Strip, 15 distinctive hotels, and
world-class dining. All within 1.9 sq. miles.
visitwesthollywood.com. See ad, p. 142

AVALON

PETS WELCOME

HANDICAP ACCESS

INTERNET ACCESS

SPA/SAUNA/HOT TUB

FITNESS CENTER

SWIMMING POOL

PRICING KEY
$: under $100/night
$$: $100-$200/night
$$$: over $200/night

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$: under $100/night
$$: $100-$200/night
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WHERE TO STAY IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY

LOS ANGELES

Aurora Hotel & Spa on Catalina Island ($$-$$$)
800/422-6836. 137 Marilla Ave. Retro-modern design, rooftop deck with ocean views, short walk to restaurants, shops
and activities. Packages with transportation. Wi-Fi and
Continental breakfast. auroracatalina.com.

Royal Palace Westwood Hotel ($-$$)
36
310/208-6677; 800/631-0100. 1052 Tiverton Avenue.
2 blocks from UCLA; free parking and continental breakfast.
Fridge, microwave and a/c in all rooms. royalpalace
westwood@earthlink.net; royalpalacewestwood.com.

The Avalon Hotel on Catalina Island ($$-$$$)
310/510-7070. 124 Whittley Avenue. Avalon's top-rated
hotel on Trip Advisor, The Avalon offers ocean-view rooms
and proximity to restaurants, shops and activities. Rooftop
deck with ocean views. Packages, Continental breakfast.
theavalonhotel.com.

PLAYA DEL REY
Dockweiler RV Park ($)
800/950-7275. 12001 Vista Del Mar. Enjoy sunshine, a
sandy beach, cool breezes, scenic views from Malibu to
Catalina Island & just steps away from the ocean. Full
hookup at all sites. Reservations.LACounty.gov.

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