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South Coast Botanic Garden

Rich in plants from California, South Africa and Australia, the South Coast Botanic Garden is a landscaped recreational site with flowering fruit trees like Gingkoes, Redwood Pittosporum and exotic aquatic birds. Originally a landfill, the oceanfront estate in Los Angeles has been completely altered into a graceful diatomaceous garden with diverse species. Consisting of themed beds of roses, herbs and frangipani lining the central man-made waterfall, the South Coast Botanic Garden is a gorgeous venue for weddings and parties. With Palos Verdes Hills in the background, guests can dine at the elaborate buffet and enjoy ceremonies at the spacious event center. Ideal for family outings and picnics, the koi pond is a delightful spot where you can feed the fish and waterfowl. You can carry your own food or grab quick bites at the small store at the entrance. It is also a great winter destination for watching birds who stop by here during annual migrations. True to its name, the Garden of Senses appeals to your smell, touch and houses numerous species of vibrant butterflies. Eminent members of the LA County Board who indulge in horticulture have flown all the way to Tokyo to gather authentic Asian seeds for developing the Japanese Garden. Read More

The home stadium of the famous Los Angeles Laker and the Los Angeles Clippers of the NBA, and also host to several events throughout the year. If you're in Los Angeles during the NBA season, and you're into basketball at all, you just cannot miss the chance of a game at the Staples Center. It is one of the most famous NBA arenas, and the atmosphere on game day is absolutely electric. If you're visiting during the off season, you might get lucky since the Staples Center is also one of LA's favourite arenas for concerts of international artists, many of whom have performed here more than once like Madonna, and the arena has even hosted the Grammys and the VMAs in 2012 and is the only venue which has hosted both the ceremonies in the same year. The Staples Center is a part of the L.A. Live development area, which was established to serve as a wonderful hub of activities and entertainment. Read More

Situated high above the city of LA, California, in the Santa Monica Mountains at about 847 feet above the sea level, are the Stone Canyon and Upper Stone Canyon Reservoirs. Designed and built-in 1924, it was built with an original capacity of 9,900,000 m3. However, upgrades over the years have increased the capacity of the upper reservoir to 139 million gallons of water and the larger lower reservoir can store up to 3.38 billion gallons of water. Due to various contaminants from the lower stone canyon water, the lower reservoir has been decommissioned and no longer provides water directly to its customers. The upper reservoir had recently returned to service in 2019 after the installation of 700,000 sq. foot floating cover to preserve the quality of water. The Stone Canyon Reservoir is an important source of water to over 450,000 residents of the west of Los Angeles including West Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades, Marina Del Rey/LAX, and the UCLA campus. The 24-miles long Mullholand drive section, passing through LA, of the famous 55-mile long Mulholland Scenic Parkway and Corridor, overlooks the reservoir providing a scenic drive with the mountains and the reservoir connecting to the beaches of LA. Fishing can be done with the help of local guides. Read More

Built over 7 years since 1935 by Japanese landscape architect and first generation immigrant Mr. Kinzuchi Fujii, Storrier Stearns is included in the National Register of Historic Places as one of California’s best maintained Japanese gardens. This compact botanical garden features a grand gate reflecting East Asian styles, decorative flowers, trimmed trees and tropical palm groves. This meditative Zen retreat and Teahouse offers a peaceful environment for weddings and photoshoots around the waterfalls. You can enjoy walking on ravishing Korean grass through bamboo, lillies and fuchsia overlooking a small lake and behold fluttering birds and vibrant koi at your feet. Read More

Sturtevant Falls is known to be one of San Gabriel Mountains' finest waterfall hikes, strewn with moss, algae and fed by babbling creeks within Big Santa Anita Canyon. The falls cascades onto a pristine pool, ideal for swimming and rock climbing. A canopy of ivy-covered alders, sycamores and live oaks grace the trail which is easy to hike with your family. There are abundant seating spaces around Sturtevant Falls, so remember to pack a picnic and enjoy relaxing against the quaint cabins, most of which are in stunning ruins. Beginning at Chantry Flat, the paved hiking trail winds along mountains and leads to a creek in the depths of the canyon. There are plenty of man-made dams to enjoy cliff jumping on your way to Sturtevant Falls. You will have to cross a picturesque bridge where many photographers stop by to frame the glassy water. Crossing the Sturtevant Creek a few more times brings you directly to the awe-inspiring falls. Should you choose to stay and enjoy wildlife watching or horseback riding in the area, there are cozy tents, picnic tables and bonfires to enjoy at the historic Sturtevant Camp which is accessible if you hike a mile across the upper tier of the waterfall. Read More

Sunset Boulevard is an iconic highway in West Hollywood, known for its pulsating nightlife, chic music clubs, street performers and the antics of dedicated musicians who have performed and stayed at the boulevard for decades. It is one of LA’s busiest districts with a sensational culture scene and extends from Hollywood to Malibu beach while meandering past the world-famous Beverly Hills. Sunset Boulevard also has an eminent history as it follows the path of cattle trail from Pueblo de Los Angeles to the ocean, established in 1780. The main road, rich with film lore, is lined with towering palms and parked convertibles that extend to the hill atop which is the legendary Hollywood sign. With glam clothing company advertisements dominating the billboards, Sunset Plaza is the area’s high-end shopping district where stars like Scarlett Johansson and Leonardo DiCaprio are regulars. Skybar is the most famous bar selling exotic drinks and traditional cocktails, some with a twist of their own. The most visited restaurant on Sunset Boulevard is BOA Steakhouse, while others like In-N-Out Burger also take the cake. With tickets booked in advance, you can catch a concert at Whisky A Go Go and spend the whole night indulging in Jerry Seinfield’s unforgettable jokes at the Laughter Club. Read More

Switzer Falls is renowned to be the most hiked waterfall trail among Angelenos and tourists alike with healthy flow all year. Reaching Switzer Falls is a unique “upside down” venture as the trail descends gradually after beginning at Switzer Picnic Area and meandering along San Gabriel Mountains to the creek beneath the waterfall. Fellow hikers, kids and furry friends can be often seen enjoying at the small wading pool created by Switzer Falls’ cascade. This pool has a spectacular granite bed that accentuates surrounding, lush oaks and alders. Since you see the upper tier first, it is a great opportunity to climb down the boulders for a frontal view. A well-maintained track is also available which is not as steep as the rugged walls. The first stretch of the trail follows narrow ridges of Bear Canyon through a road dating back to the 1930s. You would cross Arroyo Seco Creek a few times, offering breathtaking ruins of the resort era. Benches flank both sides of the stream where you can unwind for a picnic. Biking is also an adventurous activity to indulge in here as it allows you to safely take the route less traveled through the charming tropics lining the trail. Read More

Temecula is an upscale tourist and resort destination in California with 300 acres of verdant wineries and a grand portion of the Pacific coastline. The 50 award winning wineries have beautiful Italian, French and American grapes sprouting off the land. This makes Wine Country a hub of events, wine tasting and sumptuous accommodations. The warm Mediterranean climate allows year-round swimming, speed boating and surfing at Lake Skinner Park, which is also a popular spot for hikes and birdwatching at the adjacent Bachelor Mountain. The Inland Empire Area offers locavore cuisines, farm-to-table restaurants and sweeping vistas of the Temecula Valley. You can enjoy unforgettable aerial views of the dense groves and Old Town from a hot-air balloon, making Temecula a hotspot for adventure. The unique barrel trail at the valley showcases an array of colorful barrels turned into creative pieces of art. You can also bring a picnic to the mid-1800 style cowboy bunkhouses with a riveting backdrop of Tenaja Falls and Santa Rosa Ecological Reserve. One of Temecula’s most eminent spots is the championship golf course at Temecula Creek, boasting of a par 72, 18 hole course for advanced golfers and a picturesque driving range that meanders along lively beaches. Read More

Sited on Grand Avenue in Downtown Los Angeles, The Broad is a contemporary art museum which houses more than 2000 collections from various artists across the globe. The three-story museum is designed on a concept of ‘Veil and Vault’ which shrouds the treasury of the museum’s core from the daylight, allowing it to feature and maintain an elegant ambiance for the artworks. The structure is in itself a piece of art exhibiting the art lovers with majestic pieces and displays. Yoyoi Kusuma’s Infinity Mirrored Room- The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away is one such Kaleidoscopic display which is a must-visit for each aesthetic lover. The walk surrounded by mirror-lined chambers decorated with starry LED lights is one of the dreamy experiences that the museum promises. With the galleries sheltered with artworks like Two Marilyns and few occasional performance arts, the place is a visual delight for each of its visitors. There are also many ephemeral and beautiful exhibitions held by the museum apart from its permanent collections which can be spectated at some additional charges. You can always buy souvenirs of your visit from ‘The Shop’ inside the museum which features a large range of merchandise ranging from museum’s brand to other artworks. The museum also holds a contemporary restaurant to provide visitors the leisure time and a refreshing break from strolling amidst its beautiful galleries. Read More

The Gardens Casino is an abode for card-play and has been California’s staple since the 90s as one of the largest. Today, it is the state’s second largest offering Indian reservations with a lavish Asian section. Attached to each gaming table is a dual-sided flat screen TV for players to enjoy NPL playoffs live or catch the latest Hollywood flick while sipping on craft beer. You can also choose to play poker at the airy, outdoor seating tables. Housed within the property is a premium event space where Gardens Casino hosts poker tournaments daily and on special occasions. With the recent 90 million dollar expansion, Gardens Casino has added the Triple 7 Sports Bar and Grill. This in-house restaurant, decorated beautifully with chandeliers and themed upholstery, serves an array of select cross-culture cuisines like Vietnamese, American, Thai, Mexican and Italian. You can also enjoy handcrafted drinks and local Californian wine brewed fresh off the casino’s private vineyard produce. Weekend nights are the best time to visit the casino where popular artists deliver amazing music, comedy and drama performances. Gardens Casino’s convenient location in downtown Orange County makes it a great destination to stop by while exploring LA. Read More