America America | Page 86

California- Los Angeles

Glitz, glamour, movie magic & theme parks

Sunshine, celebrity sightings, shopping and a fabulous restaurant scene, the city of Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of America. But, LA is much more than red-carpet glamour, with art, music, architecture and free-spirited neighbourhoods packed into its 500 or so square miles.

For a taste of Tinseltown, hotfoot it to the ornate TCL Chinese Theatre, a Hollywood landmark which continues to host many movie premières. Outside is the world’ s most famous pavement, the star-studded Hollywood Walk of Fame, which pays tribute to almost 2,800 legendary figures of film, television, radio, theatre and sports.

Continue to follow in the footsteps of A-listers along Sunset Boulevard, which stretches from Downtown to Malibu and captures the very essence of LA. It includes the infamous Sunset Strip, a party destination like no other with luxury hotels, swanky bars and fine restaurants.

Synonymous with the rich and famous, Beverly Hills offers a window into their world, particularly along palm-lined Rodeo Drive. Stroll and admire the high-end shops or sit at a cafe and admire the luxury cars roll by being sure to see if you can spot a celebrity resident.

Seek serenity up at the Griffith Observatory, a landmark Art Deco building used as a backdrop in countless movies and whose rooftop viewing platform provides the perfect vantage point for views of the city skyline, the Hollywood Hills and the most famous sign!

See how the movies are made by taking a studio tour at Warner Bros. Studios, Paramount Pictures or Sony Pictures. Alternatively, opt for Universal Studios Hollywood which also boasts rides and shows as well as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. If theme parks are your thing, also see Disneyland Park in Anaheim, or Knott’ s Berry Farm in Buena Park.

LA is also one of the US’ s most museum-rich cities, from the Space Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Centre to a trio of T. rex skeletons at the Natural History Museum. Further cultural offerings include the renowned collections of the Getty Centre and the Walt Disney Concert Hall for a performance by the LA Philharmonic.

Universal Studios • Warner Bros. Studios

1 • 3

• Griffith Observatory Hollywood

Sunset Boulevard • •

6 4 2 • Paramount Pictures Getty • Beverly Hills

• Walt Disney Concert Hall

• Malibu

Centre 5

• Santa Monica

• California Science Centre

1 The Garland 2 Hollywood Roosevelt

3 Hilton Los Angeles Universal City

4 Andaz West Hollywood

5 Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel

6 Kimpton Everly Hotel 7 The Hilton Anaheim

Huntington • Beach

North Pacific Ocean

Anaheim • Disneyland •

Getting there: Non-stop flights from the UK to Los Angeles take about 11 hours.

Best time to go: Spring( March-May) or Autumn( September- November) is mild; summer( June-August) is hot and can be busy, with sunny weather often lasting until mid November. Winter( December-February) is far from cold although some rain is likely.

Malibu

7

Get more out of your stay. Prices are per person. Tours and attractions may not operate year-round.

Big Bus Los Angeles NEW Hop-on-Hop-off Tour from £ 45

With this 24 hour pass, see the most renowned locations in LA such as the TCL Chinese Theatre, Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills and much more. Hop on and off as many times as you like. 48 hour pass available from £ 55.

LA City, Hollywood, Griffith & Beach Tour from £ 85

NEW

This 6! hour adventure is perfect for those wanting to capture the best of LA, from iconic landmarks to scenic beauty. Starting on Hollywood Boulevard, you continue through Beverly Hills, go on to lively Santa Monica and also enjoy panoramic views from the Griffith Observatory.

Universal Studios Hollywood Express from £ 215

NEW

Get a head start on all the fun with this fantastic time-saving ticket. Giving you one full day’ s admission to the theme park and one-time Express Access to each ride, attraction and seated show.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour from £ 65

Begin with an engaging guided tour of this iconic working film studio that takes in the backlot, soundstages, Picture Car Vault and prop department.

86 California

Go City: Los Angeles NEW All inclusive Pass from £ 89

Choose from a one or two day pass which will save on entry to over 35 attractions and experiences, including Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Knotts Berry Farm, Highlights of Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Tour, plus so much more.

Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Tour from £ 375

NEW

During a 40 minute helicopter flight enjoy bird’ s eye views of vibrant Long Beach, Sunset Boulevard and the Getty Museum, then soar over exclusive Hollywood Hills and Bel Air, marvel at Rodeo Drive, see the world-famous Hollywood sign and notable sights like Griffith Park & Observatory.

prices & offers change constantly- call for today’ s best available deals!