Los Angeles Meeting & Travel Professionals Guide 2008/2009 - (Page 7) IntroductIon Downtown skyline at night ©iStock/John Crall; Catalina Island ©Catalina Chamber; Santa Monica open space park ©Travis Conklin; Chinatown ©Denise Chambers/Weaver; Rodeo Drive shopping ©Denise Chambers/Weaver; Robertson Boulevard ©Denise Chambers/Weaver BeacH cItIes/laX Long sandy shores stretch for miles, endless vistas to the west provide constant inspiration, and the beach scene infuses every LA visit with a laid-back, surfer-style vibe that your clients will love. This region can accommodate groups of all sizes with its extensive hotel inventory, including several resort-style hotels perfect for rejuvenating getaways. With LAX located nearby, many of the hotels in the Beach Cities are perfect for events that don’t require vast exhibit space. The beach communities offer more than just sand and sun. Explore the quaint fishing village of San Pedro or go to the Venice Ocean Front Walk, home to world-famous Muscle Beach, for the best people-watching. Catch the action at Surfrider Beach, then stop into the Malibu Pier Club for a cocktail or grab lunch at The Beachcomber. Shopping destinations include Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice and Montana Avenue and Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica. And there’s plenty to do after hours. Check out Champions Sports Bar in the Los Angeles Airport Marriott or Landings in the Hilton Los Angeles Airport hotel. san fernando valley Just over the hills of Hollywood lies the San Fernando Valley. Home to NBC Studios, Warner Bros. Studios and Universal Studios HollywoodSM, the Valley is LA’s “Valley of the Stars.” It’s also a great place to hold an event or plan group travel. You can take advantage of the close proximity to Downtown, Hollywood and the Westside while giving your clients a chance to explore some of LA’s more interesting attractions. Ventura Boulevard is the main thoroughfare in the Valley, and it’s where they’ll want to be when it’s time to have some fun. A variety of restaurants, nightclubs and other exciting entertainment options await along this lengthy road that cuts through the heart of the Valley. For dining, your clients will enjoy exquisite steaks at the legendary Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Woodland Hills. For nightlife, they’ll enjoy the hip interior at Clear and the intimate vibe at Sapphire. and City of Industry. The San Gabriel Valley is a bedroom community for those who work in the center of LA but prefer to live in an area that’s a bit more serene. You’ll find plenty of desirable accommodations, diverse dining and nightlife options, and a welcoming attitude. neIgHBorIng regIons Covering most of Southern California, LA’s neighboring regions spread south to Anaheim, Newport Beach and Catalina Island; north to the San Gabriel Mountains and LA/Palmdale Regional Airport; and east to the area surrounding the LA/ Ontario International Airport. The greater LA area includes Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside and Ventura counties. With all this real estate, the choices are practically endless. Dozens of great venues await, along with plenty of hotel rooms and more dining and entertainment hot spots than your clients would be able to explore in a month. There’s also no shortage of unforgettable off-site locations for special events and attendee thrills. san gaBrIel valley Located to the north and east of Downtown Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley includes the cities of Pasadena, Arcadia, San Dimas For more information about LA neighborhoods, visit our website at www.discoverlosangeles.com 7 http://www.discoverlosangeles.com
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