Los Angeles Guidebook

LOS ANGELES

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HOTEL BEL-AIR

Contents INTRODUC TION

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GUIDE TO THE GUIDE

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RES TAUR ANTS

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DATE NIGHT

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HOTELS

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SHOPPING + SPECIALT Y FOR KIDS

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SHOPPING + SPECIALT Y FOR ADULTS 113 E XPERIENCES FOR THE WHOLE FA MILY

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SA MPLE ITINER ARIES

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CIT Y TIPS + HELPFUL INFORM ATION 157 PACKING

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TIPS FROM THE E XPERTS

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NOTES

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INTRODUCTION

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LOS ANGELES Los Angeles, a city we go to over and over again to eat healthy food, get some sunshine, rejuvenate and decompress, and maybe do some fun people-watching along the way. It’s also a great travel spot for all ages. In our LA guide, we have listed the very best of the city, and we are delighted that this guide works for travelers of all ages, including those with children.

Jordan Rhodes launched Glimpse because she found a gap in the luxury family travel space, and while these guides work for solo travelers and couples, they have been written for families, as well. Jordan loves exploring the world with her little ones, and we hope these guides will make travel with your own a bit easier.

Be sure to check out our website glimpseguides.com for current events and updates in each city (especially as some recommendations may have closed). You can also follow us on Instagram @glimpseguides.

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BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL

If you would like help planning your trip, please reach out to Glimpse Founder Jordan Rhodes at Jordanr@brownelltravel.com.

Jordan is an ambassador with Brownell Travel, one of the most prestigious Virtuoso-affiliated travel agencies in the world, and would love to help further curate your vacation.

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GIVE A GLIMPSE

100% of this guide’s profits goes to our charity Give A Glimpse, which gives underserved students the educational gift of travel, whether sponsorships for study abroad programs, travel funding for internships, or travel funding for volunteer opportunities.

At Glimpse, we believe that travel is one of the most important forms of education.

It has the ability to enhance young minds through connection, independence, and responsibility. More importantly, travel can help develop cultural sensitivity, compassion, and a sense of wonder. We believe that all deserve those experiences.

By purchasing this guide or any products we sell on our website, or by hiring us to plan your vacations through our partnership with Brownell Travel agency, you, too, are helping Give A Glimpse.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

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A huge thank you to Waris Ahluwalia, Lily Aldridge, Taylor Angino, Dean Burrell, Brenden Clark, Kris Cole, Jasmine Contomichalos, Angela Engel, Claiborne Swanson Frank, Amanda Hearst, Phebe Huth, Lauren Bush Lauren, Ian Malone, Samantha Moray, Laurie Nicoud, Barrett Norton, Roopal Patel, Laura Paterson, Analia Pribyl, Noah Rhodes, Glenn Shaw, Nicole Castiblanco Silva, Catherine Smith, Melinda Stevens, Mark D. Sykes, Heather K. Terry, Catherine Tompkins, Esmeralda Veliz, Khaki Wennstrom, Gucci Westman, and Anna Wintour.

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GUIDE TO THE GUIDE

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Each recommendation lists the address, phone number, and website (if available) and gives a simple overview. For those traveling with children, we have listed whether a restaurant has high chairs and kids’ menus. There are also a few words listed to sum up each restaurant, including the type of food served.

THE GUIDE TO THOSE WORDS:

CASUAL

Jeans and flats are appropriate here.

STYLISH

Your outfit should be smart and sophisticated.

POSH

Men, grab your coat and tie; ladies, slip on your heels.

CL ASSIC

The décor is conservative and elegant.

CONTEMPORARY

The décor is simple and modern.

CONTEMPORARY/CL ASSIC

The décor contains elements of each.

RUSTIC

The décor is most likely a pub setting.

CONSTANT

The spot never goes out of style.

HOT

This is the place to be at the moment.

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CHATEAU MARMONT

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RESTAUR ANTS

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MALIBU PIER

BY NEIGHBORHOOD Arts District Bavel, P. 18 Beverly Grove, Fairfax, La Brea Backyard Bowls, P. 16 Canter’s Deli, P. 20 Jon and Vinny’s, P. 32 Son of a Gun, P. 46 Sugarfish, P. 50 Beverly Hills Guisados, P. 30 Il Pastaio, P. 34 La Scala, P. 36 Spago, P. 48 Sugarfish, P. 50 The Polo Lounge*, P. 70 Brentwood Jon and Vinny’s, P. 32 Sugarfish, P. 50 Vincenti, P. 60 Chinatown Majordomo, P. 36 El Segundo Simmzy’s, P. 44 Encino Sushi Bar, P. 52 Hollywood Osteria Mozza, P. 40 Petit Trois, P. 40 Sugarfish, P. 50 Los Feliz Kismet, P. 32

Malibu Geoffrey’s*, P 66 Nobu Malibu, P. 38 Manhattan Beach Simmzy’s, P. 44 North Hollywood Pitfire Pizza, P. 42 Pacific Palisades The Draycott, P. 54 Santa Monica Capo*, P. 64 Giorgio Baldi, P. 26 Ivy at the Shore, P. 34 Venice Felix Trattoria, P. 22 Gjelina, P. 24 Gjusta , P. 22 Pitfire Pizza, P. 42 Scopa, P. 44 The Rose Venice, P. 56 West Hollywood A.O.C, P. 16 Catch, P. 20 Craig’s*, P. 64 Dan Tana’s*, P. 66 Gracias Madre, P. 28 Guisados, P. 30 Jones, P. 30 Petite Taqueria*, P. 68 Pitfire Pizza, P. 42 Sushi Park, P. 52 The Little Door*, P. 68 Tower Bar, P. 58 * Can be found

in the Date Night section

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A.O.C. Address: 8700 West 3rd Street, West Hollywood, 90048 Phone: 310-859-9859 Website: aocwinebar.com Great for: BRUNCH, DINNER If you’re looking for one of the dreamiest outdoor patios in Los Angeles, book A.O.C. asap. Start with the sweet and salty bacon-wrapped dates, a perfect-for-sharing charcuterie board called the Vintner’s Plate, and the Spanish Fried Chicken as you inhale the rustic-romantic atmosphere. Wine with that? Mais, oui…you can’t leave this corner of heaven and West 3rd without sampling from their well-edited list.

WINEBAR | CONTEMPORARY/CL ASSIC CONSTANT | STYLISH | HIGH CHAIRS

BACKYARD BOWLS Address: 8303 Beverly Boulevard, Beverly Grove, 90048 Phone: 323-746-5404 Website: backyardbowls.com Great for: BREAKFAST Offering plant-based bowls, smoothies, and porridges with add-ons like bee pollen, goji berry and almond butter, Backyard Bowls is a kid-friendly, eat-in or take-out stop before an active day conquering museums, parks, or shopping. Try our favorite, the Island Bowl, packed with acai, banana, and mango, topped with coconut shavings and honey.

FRESH | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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“ LOS ANGELES SURVIVES ON

THAT WHICH IS UNPREDICTABLE.

THE UNEXPECTED COURSES

THROUGH ITS VERY VEINS.

Ellie Kemper

BAVEL Address: 500 Mateo Street, Arts District, 90013 Phone: 213-232-4966 Website: baveldtla.com Great for: DINNER

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Imagine tasting your way through Israel, Morocco, Turkey, and Egypt without leaving Los Angeles. In the city’s Downtown Arts District, Bavel (from the story of Babel in the Old Testament) is the creation of husband-and-wife chefs Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis, who feature dishes from their childhoods, including Malawach flatbread and braised Wagyu beef cheek tagine. The bright, indoor-outdoor space with Moorish influences is ideal for groups.

MIDDLE EASTERN | CONTEMPORARY | HOT STYLISH | HIGH CHAIRS

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CANTER’S DELI Address: 419 North Fairfax Avenue, Fairfax, 90036 Phone: 323-651-2030 Website: cantersdeli.com Great for: BREAKFAST This legendary Los Angeles deli has seen everyone from Queen Latifah and Ryan Gosling, Guns N’ Roses, and President Obama. You’ll find any egg dish you desire for breakfast, along with LA’s best Belgian waffles and chocolate chip banana pancakes. If the insane sandwich selection makes your head spin, play it safe with a pastrami or a deli melt and vow you’ll walk off the calories later.

AMERICAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

CATCH Address: 8715 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-347-6060 Website: catchrestaurants.com Great for: BRUNCH, DINNER Sexy, retractable-rooftop dining is the biggest hook at Catch, but it’s not the only one. Globally influenced seafood and sushi make Catch the kind of plate sharing experience befitting friends or family in search of celebration. The crispy whole snapper is a must, along with the Wagyu beef appetizer, cooked tableside on a hot stone.

SEAFOOD | CONTEMPORARY/CL ASSIC CONSTANT | STYLISH

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CATCH

A GLIMPSE

The Hollywood Sign originally said “Hollywoodland.” It was meant to be an advertisement for a new housing development in the area.

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FELIX TRATTORIA Address: 1023 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 Phone: 424-387-8622 Website: felixla.com Great for: DINNER Felix (Latin for “happy” or “lucky”) will have you feeling both at first bite.

Appetizers like rice croquettes and crispy squash blossoms are transporting, but the jewels in this Roman crown are delicate, handmade pastas, most notably Cacio e Pepe. A glass-enclosed room within the dining area allows you and the kids to watch the pasta-making magic happen.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS

GJUSTA Address: 320 Sunset Avenue, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-314-0320 Website: gjusta.com Great for: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER A mix of Cali deli, Parisian bakery, and European market, this Venice-based hall of cool is truly a global dining experience.

Where else can you find a Maine lobster roll alongside duck confít Shepherd’s pie and chickpea stew with preserved lemon?

Sandwiches—especially the tuna and Reuben—are swoon-worthy. Hint: order takeout or come for lunch after 2pm— otherwise the line resembles LA traffic.

LOCAL | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS

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“ FROM HOLLYWOOD & VINE

TO THE SUNSET STRIP, THERE’S

SO MUCH GOING ON YOU

CAN LOSE YOUR GRIP.

B.B. King

GJELINA Address: 1429 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-450-1429 Website: gjelina.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER

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A favorite among hipster foodies, Gjelina is Abbot Kinney’s answer to the coolest kid on the block. Unlacquered wood walls, brick floors, and an open fireplace might remind you of your favorite five-star hole in the walls in downtown NYC. Beyond the outstanding apps, pastas, pizzas, and meats, vegetables are sautéed, baked and char-grilled to perfection.

AMERICAN/ITALIAN | CONTEMPORARY/CL ASSIC CONSTANT | CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS

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GIORGIO BALDI Address: 114 West Channel Road, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-573-1660 Website: giorgio-baldi.com Great for: DINNER

A block from the beach off of the PCH, this seafood-forward, family-run Italian restaurant is a frequent fave of Gwyneth and Rihanna who come for classics like sweet corn agnolotti with white truffle sauce. While the décor is white-tablecloth traditional, feel free to bring the kids. Just prepare to whip out the iPad because despite your res, there will probably be a wait. But all will be forgiven with your first bite of tender, grilled langoustines.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | HOT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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GRACIAS MADRE Address: 8905 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-978-2170 Website: graciasmadre.co Great for: LUNCH, DINNER

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If you’re vegan, look no further than this cheery WeHo Mexican. If you’re not, give Gracias Madre’s plant-driven menu a try anyway. Inventive spins on crab cakes, ceviche, cashew crema enchiladas, and Jackfruit carnitas tacos will make you wonder how you didn’t hop on the vegan train earlier—if only for an evening. Street corn and plantain “chorizo” quesadillas are big hits with the littles.

MEXICAN | CONTEMPORARY | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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GUISADOS Address: 8935 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-777-0310 Address: 120 South Linden Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 Phone: 310-271-8114 Website: guisados.la Great for: BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER Guisados is a go-to for cheap, insanely yummy tacos. You can’t go wrong with the taco sampler, featuring six of their best offerings (feel free to swap in other tacos as you like). After placing your order at the counter, grab a table on the tiled patio. As you bask in its twinkling, mural-walled glory with a couple of cervezas (and aguas frescas for the kids), cheers to all the money you’re saving…at least at this meal.

MEXICAN | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS | VERBAL KIDS’ MENU

JONES Address: 7205 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90046 Phone: 323-850-1726 Website: joneshollywood.com Great for: DINNER Spaghetti and meatballs in a cast-iron skillet?

We’re so in, and while we’re at it, throw in a fried calamari app and a hot apple pie for two.

What Jones lacks in Michelin stars it makes up for in real stars—the legit ones you see inside this Santa Monica Boulevard rock ‘n roll joint and the ones you feel like when you regale your friends with memories of your anythingbut-ordinary evening.

ITALIAN/AMERICAN | RUSTIC | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS

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“ LOS ANGELES IS THE GREAT GATSBY

OF AMERICAN CITIES.

Kevin Starr

JON AND VINNY’S Address: 412 North Fairfax Avenue, Fairfax, 90036 Phone: 323-334-3369 Address: 11938 San Vicente Boulevard, Brentwood, 90049 Phone: 310-442-2733 Website: jonandvinnys.com Great for: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER Carb heaven is the raison d’être at Jon and Vinny’s.

Breakfast means indulging in a thick wedge of Dave’s banana bread with salted butter, Nutella-slathered slices of pan de mie, or parmesan-laced polenta with fried eggs. Lunch and dinner are all about the madein-house pastas (try the six hour Bolognese) and their fifteen inventive pizzas. If you’re willing to drop some dough, the restaurant offers a private pizza making class in both their Brentwood and Farifax locations.

ITALIAN | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

KISMET Address: 4648 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Feliz, 90027 Phone: 323-409-0404 Website: kismetla.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER Sometimes you feel like something different, but not so exotic that your kids won’t partake. Welcome to Kismet, a bright, no-nonsense café in Los Feliz with a family-style menu featuring bold Mediterranean flavors. Whipped labneh, silky tahini, and marinated feta mingle with Persian crispy rice, roasted black cod, and lemony chicken pies. By meal’s end, you’ll be hooked on their natural wine program, featuring additive-free varietals.

MEDITERRANEAN | CONTMPORARY | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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JON AND VINNY’S

IL PASTAIO Address: 400 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-205-5444 Website: ilpastaiobeverlyhills.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER Considered by many to be one of the top Italian eateries in LA, this see-and-be-seen Beverly Hills hot spot retains its mojo—and its famous clientele seeking flavorful insalate and light-as-air pastas in an elegant setting for lunch or dinner. As you bite into your Paccheri Alla Justin Bieber, try not to pull a neck muscle when Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner roll up to the table beside you.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

IVY AT THE SHORE Address: 1535 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-274-8303 Website: theivyrestaurants.com/ivyat-the-shore/ Great for: LUNCH, DINNER Far less air-kissy than its sister on Robertson, this pink-walled, tropical-chic classic is the perfect blend of fabulous and family-friendly for lunch or dinner. Their swordfish tacos and grilled vegetable salad with lime chicken are standouts, and no meal should begin before devouring a plate of their steaming, lightly flaky onion rings.

CALIFORNIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | VERBAL KIDS’ MENU

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IVY AT THE SHORE

A GLIMPSE

When LA was founded, the city’s full name was “El Pueblo De Nuestra Senora Reina De Los Angeles Sobre El Rio Porciuncula” which translates to “The Town Of Our Lady Queen Of The Angels On The Porciuncula River.”

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LA SCALA Address: 434 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-275-0579 Website: lascalabeverlyhills.com Great for: LUNCH We just love a swank outing in the 90210.

Power lunching is an Olympic sport at La Scala, so don your best sunglasses and fedora and prepare to get “Who is she?” looks from fellow diners as you’re seated at your table. Everyone comes here for the famous chopped salad, which you can modify to your liking, just like any highmaintenance LA starlet.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH BOOSTER SEATS | VERBAL KIDS’ MENU

MAJORDOMO Address: 1725 Naud Street, Chinatown, 90012 Phone: 323-545-4880 Website: majordomo.la Great for: DINNER Celebrity chef David Chang has brought a slice of his Momofuku empire to Los Angeles, and his fans are rejoicing. Chang’s sleek space is a destination for the Korean specialties he enjoyed as a child. The fried skate rice packs a double-crunch punch with its skate wing and crispy crust, and the smoked pork shoulder with spicy stew and kimchi fried rice are knockouts.

CALIFORNIAN | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS | VERBAL KIDS’ MENU

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“ IN LOS ANGELES,

YOU CAN HAVE THE CITY LIFE

AND FEEL LIKE YOU’RE ON HOLIDAY

AT THE SAME TIME.

Isabel Marant

NOBU MALIBU Address: 22706 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, 90265 Phone: 310-317-9140 Website: noburestaurants.com/malibu Great for: LUNCH, DINNER

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Killer view, killer food, and wait…was that Bradley Cooper on the way to the bathroom?

You’ll find it all at Nobu Malibu, where the scene plays second fiddle to fresh sushi and endless backyard waves on Carbon Beach.

JAPANESE | CONTEMPORARY | HOT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS

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OSTERIA MOZZA Address: 6602 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, 90038 Phone: 323-297-0100 Website: la.osteriamozza.com Great for: DINNER This Melrose Avenue mecca of modern Italian fare is a weekly dinner stop among addicted Angelenos. Could it be the Ricotta and Egg Raviolo with browned butter or the shaved Brussels sprouts with mint, almonds, and Pecorino that draws diners back nightly? Ask each one and you’ll get a different answer—the menu is that good.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS

PETIT TROIS Address: 718 North Highland Avenue, Hollywood, 90038 Phone: 323-468-8916 Website: petittrois.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER If your Mini Me’s were ever to try escargot outside of Paris, Petit Trois would be the place to start. The tiny, bustling brasserie consistently turns out delightful French fare, from Nicoise pasta to Croque Monsieur and steak frites. Dabbling in Americana, their double cheeseburger is known as le Big Mec. Napoleons and chocolate mousse round out the decadence.

FRENCH | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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OSTERIA MOZZA

PITFIRE PIZZA Address: 2018 Westwood Boulevard, West Los Angeles, 90025 Phone: 310-481-9860 Address: 12924 West Washington Boulevard, Venice, 90066 Phone: 424-835-4088 Address: 5203 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, 91601 Phone: 818-980-2949 Website: pitfirepizza.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER Shaved kale salad, roasted half chicken, and white bean soup are on the menu, but who are we kidding? You’re here for the pizza, and Pitfire delivers with inventive pies like PB&J (their twist on Hawaiian) and Brussels sprouts and bacon. A small but foolproof kids menu doesn’t disappoint.

ARTISAN PIZZA | RUSIC | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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“ PEOPLE DON’T LIVE IN

LOS ANGELES BECAUSE WE ARE

TIED TO THE SAME OLD, SAME OLD.

WE LIVE IN LOS ANGELES BECAUSE

OF THE INTOXICATING ENERGY

OF NEW BEGINNINGS THAT

PERMEATE OUR CITY.

Marianne Williamson

SCOPA Address: 2905 Washington Boulevard, Venice, 90292 Phone: 310-821-1100 Website: scopaitalianroots.com Great for: DINNER You haven’t seen an antipasto platter until you’ve seen one at Scopa. This sleek but not stuffy Venice-based Italian eatery boasts enough hot and cold apps to make a crowd of two or twelve cheer, but save room for the addictive pastas and mains like the veal chop Milanese. A selection of desserts to go is available if your youngins are drifting off, but if the party’s just getting started, their 11 p.m. late call hours are ideal for jet-lagged travelers.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS

SIMMZY’S Address: 850 South Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo, 90277 Phone: 424-277-0283 Address: 229 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, 90266 Phone: 310-546-1201 Website: simmzys.com Great for: BRUNCH, LUNCH,

DINNER

When you want casual fare like burgers, nachos, and tacos that are easy choices for kids but delicious enough to make you want to order two margs or beers with that, look no further than Simmzy’s Venice and Manhattan Beach outposts. Bright spaces make for an easy stop en route to beachside fun.

AMERICAN | RUSTIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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SIMMZY’S

SON OF A GUN Address: 8370 West 3rd Street, Beverly Grove, 90048 Phone: 323-782-9033 Website: sonofagunrestaurant.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER

This casual, nautical eatery is all about the seafood—think fresh lobster rolls and shrimp toast—though southern staples like the fried chicken sandwich and pimento cheese dip also wow. Save room for Kennebec fries (or steal some from your kids’ crispy fish and chips plate) and take advantage of the decadent ice cream of the day. Lunch and dinner are equally packed, but walk-ins are available at the communal table.

SEAFOOD | RUSTIC | CONSTANT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS

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SPAGO Address: 176 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-385-0880 Website: wolfgangpuck.com/dining/spago-2 Great for: DINNER

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Wolfgang Puck’s Beverly Hills flagship is a masculine, modernized incarnation of the 80’s icon and still offers posh patio dining.

The off-menu smoked salmon pizza with caviar is an absolute must (they offer a roeless option on the menu, but sweet-talk your waiter into making it so very extra). Kids will enjoy the pastas and Strawberry Mille Feuille, should they be so lucky.

AMERICAN | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT STYLISH | HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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SUGARFISH Address: 212 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-276-6900 Address: 11640 San Vicente Boulevard, Brentwood, 90049 Phone: 310-820-4477 Address: 6115 Sunset Boulevard #170, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-320-4800 Address: 101 South La Brea Avenue, La Brea, 90036 Phone: 323-488-3636 Website: sugarfishsushi.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER You won’t see chefs prepping rolls behind the sushi bar at Sugarfish—all of their handwork is done behind the scenes at the many locations of this mega-popular franchise. But you won’t mind, because the only thing you’ll be focused on is teeing up your next delectable bite. Choose from three “Trust Me” Omakase-style menus of seven cuts of fish at a surprisingly affordable $30 each ($25 at lunch).

SUSHI | CONTEMPORARY | HOT | CASUAL HIGH CHAIRS

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“ I WOULDN’T LEAVE L.A.

IF THE WHOLE PLACE TIPPED

OVER INTO THE OCEAN.

Eve Babitz

SUSHI BAR Address: 16101 Ventura Boulevard, Second Floor (within Woodley Proper), Encino, 91436 Phone: 818-646-6085 Website: sushibarla.com Great for: DINNER With a whopping 17 courses, Sushi Bar Encino is like a secret party where you’re not sure who’s arriving next. Could it be the Peruvian scallops, the uni, or the seared foie gras? Who cares, because it all tastes beyond at this speakeasy-inspired space.

Prepare for an intimate experience with only eight other patrons in your group, and make sure to show up early enough to enjoy a pre-dinner sake.

SUSHI | CONTEMPORARY | HOT | STYLISH

SUSHI PARK Address: 8539 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-652-0523 Great for: DINNER Yeah, it’s located in a mall—but stay with us here. Sushi Park is next-level sushi at its traditional best (translation: no California rolls here). After your first experience, you’ll be telling all your LA-bound friends to show up early and order the Omakase (chef’s choice) at the counter. You local, you.

SUSHI | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT | CASUAL

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SUSHI BAR

A GLIMPSE

The very first Academy Awards ceremony took place on May 16, 1929 in Roosevelt Hotel.

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THE DRAYCOTT Address: 15255 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, 90272 Phone: 310-573-8938 Website: thedraycott.com Great for: BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER

Palisades Village is Shangri-La for local families, and Matt and Marisa Hermer (remember her from Ladies of London?) are partly to thank. Their Brit-sy restaurant The Draycott is a prime spot for brunching or dinner while kids run around on the Palisades Green. On Tuesdays, stop by for Balloons and Bubbles from 5-6 p.m., a happy hour featuring booze for you and playtime for the kids—a genius combo in our book. On Thursdays at lunch… are you ready? Kids. Eat. Free.

BRITISH | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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THE ROSE VENICE Address: 220 Rose Avenue, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-399-0711 Website: therosevenice.la Great for: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

Sometimes you crave a great meal at in-between hours, and The Rose knows this. Specialty pizzas and sandwiches offered from 3 to 5 p.m. will sate hangry children and husbands (the latter will also dig the patio beer garden). Once you get back on schedule, hit up this Boho hangout for breakfast burritos and insanely yummy Pain au Chocolat.

You’ve been warned.

CALIFORNIAN | CONTEMPORARY CONSTANT | CASUAL | HIGH CHAIRS KIDS’ MENU

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A GLIMPSE

Los Angeles is the only city in North America to have hosted the summer Olympics twice– and in 2028 it will host a Third Time.

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TOWER BAR Address: 8358 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-848-6677 Website: sunsettowerhotel.com/restaurantsand-bar/tower-bar Great for: BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER

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When we’re in the mood for slipping into our LBDs and having a taste of old Hollywood, we’ll stash our phones (no pics, no calls at TB) and order up a Tower Smash cocktail while enjoying piano music and sweeping skyline views. Oysters Rockefeller and deviled eggs? Yes, please. At lunch, flatbread pizzas and Chinese chicken salad are perfect accompaniments for people watching on its renovated outdoor patio.

Kids will love the build your own sundae bar.

AMERICAN | CL ASSIC | HOT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS

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VINCENTI Address: 11930 San Vicente Boulevard, Brentwood, 90049 Phone: 310-207-0127 Website: vincentiristorante.com Great for: DINNER

We know a little secret that will buy you street cred with your kids, maybe even enough to coax them through a long day at the Getty: Vincenti on a Monday night (when a handful of other restaurants on this list are closed, we might mention). This Brentwood staple serves six types of pizzas—from creamy Bianca to mouthwatering Salsiccia— from their wood-burning oven.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH HIGH CHAIRS | KIDS’ MENU

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04.

DATE NIGHT

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CAPO Address: 1810 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-394-5550 Website: caporestaurant.com Great for: DINNER Step inside cozy, candle-lit Capo and you’ll quickly understand why this award-winning Italian restaurant near the beach in Santa Monica has date night written all over it.

Homemade pastas are pillowy perfection, prompting diners to double down and order them as primis and secondis. Branzino and roasted chicken from a wood-fired oven and a Wine Spectator-honored list of vintages also win raves.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | POSH

CRAIG’S Address: 8826 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-276-1900 Website: craigs.la Great for: DINNER Opened by Dan Tana’s maître d’ Craig Susser, this WeHo institution serves up American classics like dry-aged New York steak and shrimp cocktail, along with a surprisingly robust list of vegan offerings.

If you and your hubby can’t split Craig’s famous frozen chocolate pizza for dessert, a steady stream of celebs into its buzzing, perpetually packed dining room provides calorie-free, late night eye candy.

AMERICAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH

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A GLIMPSE

Only one Disney Princess has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Hint: she survived a poisonous apple. Yep, Snow White.

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DAN TANA’S Address: 9071 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-275-9444 Website: dantanasrestaurant.com Great for: DINNER Take a time warp for two into this clubby hangout where red sauce rules and the leather banquettes and checked tablecloths haven’t changed since 1964. What makes Dan Tana’s a legend is a mix of Hollywood lore (dishes are named after Sinatra and George Clooney for a reason) and the fact that inside the four walls of this little yellow house, everyone is treated like family.

ITALIAN | CL ASSIC | CONSTANT | STYLISH

GEOFFREY’S Address: 27400 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, 90265 Phone: 310-457-1519 Website: geoffreysmalibu.com Great for: LUNCH, DINNER This cliff-side gem in Malibu has been around for seventy years, but is anything but tired. Book in advance and request a table on the balcony. You’ll be rewarded with a drop-dead view of the ocean, a perfect backdrop for fresh seafood appetizers and local favorites like Grilled Pacific Swordfish and Geoffrey’s Surf ‘n Turf.

SEAFOOD | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT STYLISH

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“ YOU LEARN A LOT ABOUT

SOMEONE WHEN YOU SHARE

A MEAL TOGETHER.

Anthony Bourdain

THE LITTLE DOOR Address: 8164 West 3rd Street, West Hollywood, 90048 Phone: 323-951-1210 Website: thelittledoorla.com Great for: DINNER Splashed with Aegean blue arches, plush pillows for lounging, and golden fairy bulbs that make guests glow, it’s no wonder friends and famous couples alike call The Little Door the most romantic restaurant in LA. Beyond its backyard secret garden vibe, the menu is full of rich, bright Mediterranean flavors meant for sharing.

FRENCH | CONTEMPORARY | CONSTANT STYLISH

PETITE TAQUERIA Address: 755 North La Cienega Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-855-7223 Website: petitetaqueria.com Great for: DINNER This mod Mexican shines, partly from the amber glow of its chandeliers, partly from its stellar menu featuring warm handmade tortillas and deftly executed entrees.

U-shaped banquettes and shareable options make it ideal for double dates. Come early and pull up a velvet stool at its curvaceous bar for a sampling from their impressive list of tequilas.

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THE POLO LOUNGE Address: 9641 Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-887-2777 Website: dorchestercollection.com/ the-polo-lounge Great for: LUNCH, DINNER

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Forest green walls, iconic photography and clamshell banquettes envelop you in this clubby classic at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Children under 10 are not allowed after 4 p.m., which means your adult play date can adjourn (be sure men are wearing full sleeves, and no sportswear). Split a McCarthy salad, named after a polo playing regular, and make sure someone orders the filet. Try to book booths 1, 2, or 3 for the best view—and view you will get, as this place is a movie star magnet.

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CHATEAU MARMONT Address: 8221 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90046 Phone: 323-656-10101 Website chateaumarmont.com Set high above the Sunset strip, this tower of gothic glam is where legends like The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Eagles have left their mark—and yes, where Lindsay Lohan lived for twoplus years before being famously booted.

While kid-friendly and Chateau Marmont may rarely be used in the same sentence, a relaxing stay with the fam can be done.

Most of its sixty-three rooms are apartmentlike with full kitchens and multi-room setups with soundproof, earthquake-proof walls— music to a boisterous family’s ears. Garden cottages, hillside and poolside bungalows are also ultra-private options. Forget about the fitness center (that’s not why you’re here anyway) and head to the pool, tucked away from the busy strip, followed by the garden terrace for lunch or dinner. Drinks at Bar Marmont are always a naughty-good idea (nanny service can be arranged 24 hours in advance) and guarantee a roomful of notable characters. If you’d rather chill in your terry-cloth robes, in-room massages and 24/7 room service add a touch of rock-star royalty.

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HOTEL BEL-AIR Address: 701 Stone Canyon Road, Bel Air, 90077 Phone: 310-472-1211 Website: dorchestercollection.com/en/losangeles/hotel-bel-air/ A sister property of The Beverly Hills Hotel, Hotel Bel-Air shares its pink, mission-style architecture and bougainvillea-splashed grounds reminiscent of Hollywood’s golden age, but with less pomp and circumstance.

This is the resort you come to for privacy and low-key elegance without the fanfare. Ironically, you’ll likely be surrounded by more local powerplayers in this neck of the woods. In fact, the longer you stay, the more you feel like you’re a guest at a fabulous friend’s 12-acre home. Rooms are the definition of modern serenity; Canyon Studios are appointed with high-tech amenities, along with patio fireplaces and private plunge pools overlooking the hillside. A Wolfgang Puck restaurant serves elegant California cuisine in a lush garden setting overlooking Swan Lake, while the Bar and Lounge, adorned with the latest art and celebrity photography exhibits, is a sophisticated backdrop for live music and evening sipping. Spa treatments such as the Vitality of the Stars facial and in-room yoga are worthy indulgences.

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Marilyn Monroe lived on and off at the Hotel Bel-Air for more than a decade.

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NOBU RYOKAN MALIBU Address: 22752 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, 90265 Website: malibu.nobuhotels.com For a luxurious getaway with a spouse or significant other, we always look to the Nobu Ryokan in Malibu. Situated right on the beach, which is actually rare for a luxury Los Angeles hotel, this Japanese-inspired spot is the minimalist, Zen-filled oasis of our dreams. More a house than hotel, there are just 16 rooms, and all with fireplaces, patios, and teak soaking tubs. We especially love the garden courtyard with views of the Pacific Ocean, where the waves lap up under the deck all day long.

The matcha cakes with Japanese tea are a wonderful welcome treat, and the proximity to Nobu’s restaurant in Malibu–plus help with reservations at this impossible-to-reserve spot–are a nice bonus for foodies.

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OCEANA SANTA MONICA Address: 849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 90403 Phone: 800-777-0758 Website: hoteloceanasantamonica.com We love the Oceana for family-friendly stays in SaMo, and it comes down to one word: space. You’ll get double the square footage than you would at more well-known boutique hotels in the area, which can mean the difference between a cramped vacay and an utterly comfortable one, particularly if you’re traveling as a tribe. Lanai suites and premium Lanai suites top out at 850 square feet, and if you’re feeling slightly more spendy, the Premium Signature Ocean View suites on the top floor are worth considering. Some accommodations offer fully stocked kitchens and sofa beds, others have patios, and all come with Frette linens and Bottega Veneta bath amenities. The pool itself is underwhelming, but with the beach so close by, you might not care. Complimentary car service will ferry you around the neighborhood, should you crave dinner at Capo or a Montana Avenue shopping excursion.

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PENINSULA Address: 9882 South Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 90212 Phone: 310-551-2888 Website: peninsula.com/en/beverly-hills A five-star property in Beverly Hills, the Peninsula is old world elegance minus major stuffiness. Rooms have an airy, Parisian feel with floral upholstery that feels more girly than grandma.

For families, Grand Deluxe rooms and Villa Kings have foldout sofas that will keep you under the 1k-per-night mark.

However, keep an eye out, because they do offer amazing family deals like 50% off for an additional room for kids under 12, with all their meals free and complimentary breakfast for two adults. Al fresco dining on the Terrace is family friendly, with everything from acai bowls at breakfast to wild-caught seafood at night. The hotel now offers younger-skewing culinary events such as Taco Tuesdays, a street-style-meetsgourmet affair with a live mariachi band at its poolside cabanas. The rooftop pool, with sweeping views of the Century City skyline, is more relaxed vibe-wise than its scene-ier sisters in town.

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SHUTTERS ON THE BEACH Address: 1 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, 90405 Phone: 844-502-6092 Website: shuttersonthebeach.com Luxe accommodations just feet from the sand with fabulous food and an oceanfront pool makes Shutters something of a unicorn in Los Angeles.

We recommend booking a high floor room overlooking the pool and ocean— you’ll need to take two separate elevators, but the quirky layout is worth it. Rooms are petite but well appointed, and chances are, you won’t be in yours long anyway. By day, explore the SaMo pier by foot or pedal the bike path on a complimentary beach cruiser, then hit the pool with a Mojito before the sun goes down. One Pico is a solid choice for any meal, but with all the off campus choices nearby, save it for breakfast. When you reenter the lobby after dinner, you’ll feel like you’re walking into the world’s coziest cocktail party. Fireplaces blaze and piano music plays while couples sink into couches and sip cocktails and families share heated games of UNO over plates of delectable nibbles. The spa, while tiny, has a topnotch pedicurist who insists on rose-petals and other fabulous flourishes.

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A GLIMPSE

In the Nancy Meyers film Something’s

Gotta Give, Shutters’ One Pico restaurant served as a Hamptons restaurant where Diane Keaton and Keanu Reeves’s characters go on a date.

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TERRANEA Address: 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes , 90275 Phone: 310-494-7891 Website: terranea.com Less than a half hour from LAX in Rancho Palos Verdes, Terranea is an easy choice if you’re not set on staying in LA proper. The resort is a doable drive to both Disneyland and Manhattan Beach, and an hour from LA’s west side should you decide to spend a day off-property, but you’ll be glad to return to its well appointed rooms and tranquil setting that we call SoCal with a splash of Cabo. For active families it’s a dream, with falconry, a 9-hole golf course, and a water slide for the kids. Meanwhile, the adult pool overlooks the ocean and is a welcome sanctuary from splashing, screaming, and chicken nuggets. It also makes a picturesque pre-dinner cocktail stop, with its crystalline fire pit crackling against the Pacific. Terranea’s highly rated, 25-treatment room spa is a highlight. Book your service with ample time to enjoy their indoor-outdoor relaxation areas, including a cold plunge pool, whirlpool, wet/dry saunas and spa café. In fact, you might need to tell your family “sorry not sorry,” because me-time like this may take all day.

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THE BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL Address: 9641 Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-276-2251 Website: dorchestercollection.com/en/los-angeles/ the-beverly-hills-hotel The moment you set foot on this glamorous Grande Dame of a historic landmark, it’s hard not to feel a little famous yourself. An Oscar-worthy red carpet leads you into the glittering lobby, past an eye-popping flower arrangement befitting J.Lo, as you are whisked into emerald velvet-lined elevators by attentive staff. Rooms are luxurious and steeped in history; Marilyn Monroe was reportedly fond of Bungalow seven, while Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton camped out in number five. Get the bungalow vibe with a more affordable Bungalow Room with Patio, which has slightly more square footage than even some of the Suites, but for half the price. The pool is a pink and palm-frond paradise, with underwater speakers and 11 cabanas designed for all-day debauchery. For lunch and dinner, the Polo Lounge is pure power dining, while the charming Fountain Coffee Shop is ideal for kids, with creamy milkshakes and grilled cheese. Sunday brunch is no bargain, but well worth it. If you feel like venturing out, grab a complimentary ride to Rodeo Drive for Beverly Hills’ biggest sport: luxury shopping. Cool your heels with a cocktail back at the Pink Palace’s Bar Nineteen12, followed by a blissful sleep (we adore their complimentary pillow spray).

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A GLIMPSE

While living at The Beverly Hills Hotel, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton would order two bottles of vodka at breakfast and another two with dinner, every single day.

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THE MAYBOURNE Address: 225 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-860-7800 Website: maybournebeverlyhills.com If luxury shopping and fine dining are two of your favorite vacation splurges, the Maybourne puts you in the center of the action. Situated in Beverly Hills’ coveted Golden Triangle, just a short walk from Gucci and Chanel, Spago and Sugarfish, the Spanish revival-style hotel feels like a historic estate from the golden age. Guest rooms and suites have recently undergone a lovely décor refresh since being acquired by the Maybourne Hotel Group (of Claridge’s fame). We prefer rooms overlooking the Mediterranean-inspired garden, as opposed to Beverly or Canon, but you can’t go wrong wherever you book. The elegant rooftop saline pool has private, comfy cabanas accommodating up to six people. If you’re spa-inclined, the 20,000 square foot, sunlit sanctuary offers a variety of therapies (including a Hypervolt-enhanced sports massage that will transform even the most tightshouldered man), plus a sparkling mineral pool, redwood sauna, and Turkish steam room.

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The Maybourne’s sister hotels, Claridge’s, The Connaught, and The Berkeley, are all listed in our Glimpse | London guidebook.

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THE WEST HOLLYWOOD EDITION Address: 9040 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-953-9899 Website: editionhotels.com/weho/ Boutique-chic in the middle of one of the most happening neighborhoods in Los Angeles, the Edition is a fusion of modern luxury from hotelier Ian Schrager with Marriot practicality (think: Bonvoy points). For families, a Superior Suite provides the best value, with an adjoining room with pullout sofa and room for a rollaway. Eating at in-house restaurant Ardor is a green experience, via its décor and the vegetable-forward menu. The spa is a must-do, with its six treatment rooms for CBD facials, customized massages, and crystal sound baths. It will come in handy the morning after visiting Sunset, the hotel’s answer to a basement nightclub with a retro vibe and DJ. The rooftop pool is see-and-be-seen central, but the only thing you’ll want to focus on is the stunning city view.

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VICEROY L’ERMITAGE BEVERLY HILLS Address: 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-278-3344 Website: viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/ beverly-hills Tucked away on a tree-lined street less than a mile from flashy Rodeo Drive, the Viceroy L’Ermitage is a plush, modern oasis kitted out with a spa, rooftop pool, Peloton-stocked fitness center, and contemporary French bistro Avec Nous. All the rooms are suites, starting at 650 square feet, and have plunge baths, vanities, and dressing areas fit for a Hollywood starlet. The recently renovated, 1200-square-foot Beverly Suites are outfitted with a separate powder room, dining area, and kitchenette, and are our pick for young families, especially those who find themselves on an extended stay.

You’ll certainly be in good company; long-term residents of the hotel include everyone from Ben Affleck to Jennifer Aniston. Be sure to stop by the lounge, formerly known as The Writers’ Bar, to overhear some major Tinseltown wheeling and dealing over your Sauv Blanc. Rumor has it, many an Oscar-winning script has been hatched right here.

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VICEROY SANTA MONICA Address: 1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-260-7500 Website: viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/ santa-monica

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A few blocks inland from the beach, the Viceroy has a trendier, more contemporary vibe than its more classic oceanfront neighbor, Shutters. What you won’t get in terms of straight-to-the-sand access you’ll make up for in proximity to the Third Street Promenade, more bar action (they have an outdoor lounge with a DJ, if that’s your jam), and a more spacious pool area with cabanas. Rooms are on the smallish side, but suites with adjoining rooms are workable for families. With a brandnew revamp of its pool area, restaurant, lounge, lobby, and fitness center, it promises an allover upgrade that is worth the wait.

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AMOEBA MUSIC BRENTWOOD

Address: 6200 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-245-6400 Website: amoeba.com

COUNTRY MART

The world’s largest independent record store, in a brand new Hollywood location.

AVIATOR NATION Address: 22967 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, 90265 Phone: 310-456-1532 Address: 1224 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-396-9400 Website: aviatornation.com Our favorite family stop for SoCal athleisure—they even sell baby hoodies.

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BRENTWOOD COUNTRY MART Address: 225 26th Street, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-458-6682 Website: brentwoodcountrymart.com Red barn charmer with a toy shop, children’s boutique, bookstore, and kidapproved eats.

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BURRO KIDS Address: 1533 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, 90403 Phone: 310-319-2304 Address: 1405 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-450-6288 Website: burrogoods.com A cheerfully curated selection of books, clothing, and toys for children under ten.

CALIFORNIA DONUTS Address: 3540 West 3rd Street, Koreatown, 90020 Phone: 213-385-3318 Website: cadonuts.com Covered in Lucky Charms, M&Ms, Snickers, and our favorite, Maple Bacon.

EGGY Address: 8365 West 3rd Street, West Hollywood, 90048 Phone: 323-658-8882 Website: shopeggy.com Upscale unisex children’s clothing store for babies on up, minus the frou-frou factor.

ERIN MCKENNA’S BAKERY Address: 1415 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, 90403 Phone: 855-462-2292 Website: erinmckennasbakery.com Confections catering to the gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and refined-sugar free.

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FLIGHT CLUB Address: 535 N Fairfax Avenue, Fairfax, 90036 Phone: 323-782-8616 Website: flightclub.com A curated selection of sneakers (think: retro Air Jordan’s) that will blow your tween’s mind.

FRED SEGAL Address: 8500 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-432-0560 Website: fredsegal.com Melrose fashion mecca for the whole family, with a yummy in-store café.

THE GROVE Address: 189 The Grove Drive, La Brea, 90036 Phone: 323-900-8080 Website: thegrovela.com Outdoor mall and entertainment complex that is on-point for tweens and teens.

HI DE HO COMICS! Address:412 Broadway, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-394-2820 Website: hidehocomics.com LA’s oldest comic book store featuring a treasure trove of rare finds.

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OF THE UNIVERSE.

Emily Mortimer

HUCKLEBERRY CAFÉ Address: 1014 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-451-2311 Website: huckleberrycafe.com Bakery, breakfast, and lunch items that can be ordered family-sized and to-go.

LA BREA BAKERY CAFÉ Address: 468 South La Brea Avenue, La Brea, 90036 Phone: 323-939-6813 Website: labreabakery.com Famous brioche, baguettes, and pastries, along with an under $10 kids breakfast.

THE LAST BOOKSTORE Address: 453 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, 90013 Phone: 213-488-0599 Website: lastbookstorela.com A cornucopia of classics and new reads that will get them off their iPads.

MALIBU COUNTRY MART Address: 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 90265 Phone: 310-826-5636 Website: malibucountrymart.com Upscale boutiques, cafés, yoga, and a playground just west of the Malibu Pier.

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A GLIMPSE

Tons of stars are buried in Hollywood’s Forever Cemetery. One of them is Looney Tunes voice actor Mel Blanc, whose gravestone reads, “That’s All Folks.”

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MONNALISA Address: 338 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210 Phone: 310-271-2588 Website: monnalisa.com European children’s clothing with a hint of Beverly Hills glam.

PINK CHICKEN Address: 1524 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, 90403 Phone: 310-395-6048 Website: pinkchicken.com Boho-vintage kids boutique with dresses in darling prints.

SALT & STRAW Address: 1357 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-310-8429 Address: 8949 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 424 288 4818 Website: saltandstraw.com Abbot Kinney’s addictive scoop shop with flavors like Honey Lavender and Freckled Mint.

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SANTA MONICA PLACE Address: 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-260-8333 Website: santamonicaplace.com Open-air shopping mall that includes a children’s museum.

SANRIO Address: 6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Unit 277, Los Angeles, 90028 Phone: 323-645-7577 Website: sanrio.com Everything Hello Kitty (new and vintage) at Hollywood and Highland.

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SWEET ROSE CREAMERY

SWEET ROSE CREAMERY Address: 225 26th Street, Suite 51, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-260-2663 x 1 Address: 2726 Main Street, Santa Monica, 90405 Phone: 310-260-2663 x 2 Website: sweetrosecreamery.com Old-school ice cream shop with classic flavors and fudgy banana splits.

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BAO FOOT SPA Address: 156 South Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 90212 Phone: 310-777-7512 Website: baofootspa.com Amazing reflexology and a foot bath in Beverly Hills for $30? Believe it.

DECADES Address: 8214 Melrose Avenue, Fairfax, 90046 Phone: 323-655-1960 Website: decadesinc.com Vintage store with Hollywood street cred that will dazzle any sequin-loving fashionista.

ELYSE WALKER Address: 15306 Antioch St, Pacific Palisades, 90272 Phone: 310-230-8882 Website: elysewalker.com A stylist-curated high-low haven for Palisades moms…like, you know, Jennifer Garner.

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FARMSHOP Address: 225 26th Street, Suite 25, Santa Monica 90402 Phone: 310-566-2400 Website: farmshopca.com This buzzing eat-in, take-out bakery, and market is the west coast Dean and Deluca.

GARDE Address: 7410 Beverly Boulevard, Fairfax, 90036 Phone: 323-424-4667 Website: gardeshop.com Textiles, tabletop, and home décor that epitomize California cool.

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GOOP

GOOP Address: 225 26th Street, Suite 37, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-260-4072 Website: goop.com Delicate jewelry with an edge, kitchen porn, and Gwyneth’s wardrobe staples.

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HOUSE OF INTUITION Address: 2804 Main Street, Santa Monica, 90405 Phone: 310-310-3977 Website: houseofintuitionla.com Mystical candles, oils, and crystal gift sets, plus Reiki and energy-healing sessions.

HUDSON GRACE Address: 225 26th Street #41, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-458-0200 Website: hudsongracesf.com Casual linens, glassware, and covetworthy white tableware.

JANESSA LEONE Address: 8840 Washington Boulevard #106, Culver City, 90232 Phone: 310-256-2296 Website: theeditla.com Hands down, the best place in LA to elevate your hat game.

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“ YOU CAN HAVE A LAUGH

IN LOS ANGELES, OR YOU CAN

WEEP IN LOS ANGELES,

DEPENDING ON YOUR ATTITUDE

TOWARDS IT.

Miranda Richardson

JONATHAN SIMKHAI Address: 653 North La Cienega Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 424-284-3830 Website: jonathansimkhai.com This gorgeous flagship store has everything you could ever need.

KENDALL CONRAD Address: 225 26th Street, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-463-4718 Website: kendallconraddesign.com A jewel box of understated chic, featuring leather bags, belts, jewelry, and insanely good candles.

MAXFIELD Address: 8825 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 310-274-8800 Website: maxfieldla.com Avant garde clothing and décor in a sophisticated setting; you might just spot a famous face.

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The Hollywood Walk Of Fame includes more than 2,600 Stars.

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MOLLUSK SURF SHOP Address: 1600 Pacific Avenue, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-396-1969 Website: mollusksurfshop.com Sweet boards, wetsuits, and all manner of legit surfer wear.

MOON JUICE Address: 8463-3 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-852-3414 Address: 507 Rose Avenue, Venice, 90291 Phone: 310-399-2929 Address: 2839 Sunset Boulevard, Silver Lake, 90026 Phone: 213-908-5407 Website: moonjuice.com Juices, milks, tonics, treats, and supplements that LA’s hip and healthful swear by.

NEIMAN MARCUS Address: 9700 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 90212 Phone: 310-550-5900 Website: neimanmarcus.com We know you’ve been to others, but this 90212 location is the holy grail of retail.

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NOODLE STORIES Address: 8323 West 3rd Street, West Hollywood, 90048 Phone: 323-651-1782 Website: noodlestories.com Luxury casualwear and accessories for the discerning minimalist.

OWL BUREAU Address: 5634 North Figueroa Street, Highland Park, 90042 Phone: 424-285-5517 Website: owlbureau.com An Eastside den of stylish books worth making room for on your coffee table.

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SANTA MONICA FARMER’S MARKET A produce and flower paradise on Arizona Avenue at 2nd street on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.

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SUGAR PAPER Address: 225 26th Street, #27, Santa Monica, 90402 Phone: 310-451-7870 Website: sugarpaper.com Sophisticated letterpress items, albums, and journals for your cutest keepsakes.

SWITCH BOUTIQUE Address: 2954 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, 90077 Phone: 424-832-3184 Website: switchboutique.com Leave space in your suitcase, because dressing like a pampered Bel Air housewife starts now.

VERONICA BEARD Address: 8471 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-968-0125 Website: veronicabeard.com We never miss a trip to our favorite womenswear store.

VIOLET GREY Address: 8452 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 90069 Phone: 323-782-9700 Website: violetgrey.com Melrose’s makeup, skincare, and haircare temple for high-end beauty junkies.

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EXPERIENCES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

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ABBOT KINNEY BOULEVARD Venice’s hippest walking street, filled with cafés and shopping.

ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES Address: 1555 2nd Street, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-656-8500 LA’s newest museum, devoted to the art of movie-making.

BIKE CENTER SANTA MONICA Address: 1555 2nd Street, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-656-8500 Address: 3702 S Robertson Boulevard, Culver City, 90232 Phone: 213-922-2148 Website: thebikecenter.com Electric family cargo cruisers, Taga trikes and strollers, and tours the kids will love.

BROAD ART MUSEUM Address: 221 South Grand Avenue, Downtown Los Angeles, 90012 Phone: 213-232-6200 Website: thebroad.org Pronounced Brohd, with an outdoor plaza and family scavenger hunts.

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DISNEYLAND Address: 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 92802 Phone: 714-781-4636 Website: disneyland.disney.go.com From the Magic Kingdom to Space Mountain, tour guides make it tolerable.

EL CAPITAN MOVIE THEATER Address: 6838 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 1-800-DISNEY6 Website: elcapitantheatre.com Classic 1920’s theater showing the greatest kid flicks and classics.

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GETTY CENTER

GETTY CENTER Address: 1200 Getty Center Drive, Brentwood, 90049 Phone: 310-440-7300 Website: getty.edu Van Gogh, mod architecture, and gorgeous gardens make it worth the traffic jam.

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GETTY VILLA Address: 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, 90272 Phone: 310-440-7300 Website: getty.edu/visit/villa A trip to ancient Greece and Rome, right off the Pacific Coast Highway.

GO SURF LA Address: 1 Bicknell Avenue Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-428-9870 Website: gosurfla.com Surf and standup paddle lessons for the whole family, board and wetsuit included.

GRIFFITH PARK Address: 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Crystal Springs, 90027 Phone: 323-644-2050 Website: laparks.org/griffithpark A kid-friendly observatory, sunset horseback rides, botanical gardens, and more.

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The very first movie theater opened in LA in 1902.

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GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS MUSEUM Address: 6764 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-463-6433 Website: guinnessmuseumhollywood.com A fun collection of random feats—from the largest California roll to the longest wheelie journey.

HAUSER AND WIRTH Address: 901 East 3rd Street, Arts District, 90013 Phone: 213-943-1620 Website: hauserwirth.com Downtown LA art museum with family activities, a restaurant, and open-air courtyard.

HOLLYWOOD FOREVER CEMETERY Address: 6000 Santa Monica Boulevard, Hollywood, 90038 Phone: 323-800-8574 Website: hollywoodforever.com Free admission to this final stop for the famous; $15 for a guided tour at cemetarytours.com.

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HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM Address: 6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-464-7776 Website: thehollywoodmuseum.com Superheroes, kitsch, icons, ‘80’s movie nostalgia…there’s something here for everyone.

HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND Address: 6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-817-0200 Website: hollywoodandhighland.com Tour the Dolby theater, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the famous Hollywood sign.

HOLMBY PARK Beautiful grounds with a playground and Armand Hammer Pitch and Putt Golf Course.

LACMA Address: 5905 Wilshire Boulevard, Mid-Wilshire, 90036 Phone: 323-857-6000 Website: lacma.org The largest art museum in the west; children 17 and under gain free admission.

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“ PEOPLE CUT THEMSELVES OFF

FROM THEIR TIES OF THEIR OLD LIFE

WHEN THEY COME TO

LOS ANGELES. THEY ARE

LOOKING FOR A PLACE WHERE

THEY CAN BE FREE, WHERE THEY

CAN DO THINGS THEY COULDN’T

DO ANYWHERE ELSE.

Tom Bradley

LOS ANGELES ZOO Address: 5333 Zoo Drive, Griffith Park, 90027 Phone: 323-644-4200 Website: lazoo.org 250 animal species with pools, waterfalls, an aquarium…and pizza.

MADAME TUSSAUDS HOLLYWOOD Address: 6933 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028 Phone: 323-798-1670 Website: madametussauds.com/hollywood A perfect excuse to get up close and personal with your favorite fake celebs.

RUNYON CANYON PARK Website: laparks.org/runyon A great view (and workout) for those who want a taste of trail life just two blocks from Hollywood Blvd.

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SANTA MONICA PIER Address: 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 90401 Phone: 310-458-8900 Website: santamonicapier.org A famous Ferris wheel, roller coasters, trapeze school, and carnival games

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STAPLES CENTER Address: 1111 South Figueroa Street, Downtown Los Angeles, 90015 Website: staplescenter.com The epicenter of LA basketball, with good daytime deals on the Clippers.

PARAMOUNT PICTURES STUDIO TOUR Address: 5515 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, 90038 Phone: 323-956-1777 Website: paramountstudiotour.com Movie history, star sightings, and a chance to feel like Emma Stone in La-La Land.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 91608 Phone: 866-258-6546 Website: universalstudioshollywood.com Rides, back-lot tours, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

VENICE CANALS A charming, walkable water-world with four canals and cool bridges.

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SAMPLE ITINER ARIES

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These sample itineraries are appropriate for all ages. In case you are traveling with little ones we kept them light because we all know kids’ moods can be unpredictable. For more age-specific activities, please go through our Experiences for the Whole Family section, which also gives more details on each recommendation listed in this section.

DAY ONE

MORNING Pick up pastries and coffee at Huckleberry Café, followed by a morning stroll and Ferris wheel ride at the Santa Monica Pier.

LUNCH Request a patio table at Ivy at the Shore, a fifteen minute walk from the Pier.

AFTERNOON Wander around the Brentwood Country Mart and keep everyone’s shopping stamina up at Sweet Rose Creamery.

DINNER Make it pizza night Monday at Vincenti, or any night at The Draycott.

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DAY TWO

MORNING Grab coffee, croissants, and cocoa at The Rose and walk the Venice Canals to work up an appetite.

LUNCH Try Simmzy’s for burgers and beach fare, or Gjusta for gourmet casual fare.

AFTERNOON Pop into Moon Juice (for you) and Salt & Straw (for the kids) before you shop Abbot Kinney Boulevard.

DINNER Grab an early bite at Kismet, followed by a trip to the Griffith Observatory to see LA’s stunning skyline.

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GETTY CENTER

A GLIMPSE

Los Angeles has more museums and theaters than any other city in the United States.

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DAY THREE

MORNING Fuel up at Canter’s Deli or Backyard Bowls and head to the LA Zoo.

LUNCH Unwind over a casual lunch at La Brea Bakery.

AFTERNOON Head over to the Paramount Pictures Studio Tour.

DINNER Get your eat on at Jon and Vinny’s Fairfax location, then pass by LACMA for their nostalgic Urban Light display.

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“ I LOVE LOS ANGELES.

IT REINVENTS ITSELF EVERY 2 DAYS.

Billy Connolly

If traveling without kids or just taking some time on your own (with the help of a nanny or hired sitter), we suggest the following itineraries.

DAY WITHOUT KIDS OPTION 1

MORNING Break a sweat together in Runyon Canyon Park.

LUNCH Power lunch and people watch at La Scala.

AFTERNOON Book tandem spa treatments at The Maybourne or shop Rodeo Drive.

DINNER Snag a sexy table for two at Craig’s or Dan Tana’s.

AFTER DINNER Head for drinks at Bar Marmont or take in the view at Tower Bar.

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DAY WITHOUT KIDS OPTION 2

MORNING Grab coffees at your hotel and drive to the Getty Villa.

LUNCH Sit on the patio over the Pacific at Nobu Malibu.

AFTERNOON Book tandem spa treatments at ONE Spa at Shutters on the Beach or shop Maxfield at the Malibu Country Mart.

DINNER Dine at Capo, and come early for drinks at the bar.

AFTER DINNER Enjoy a rooftop nightcap at The Viceroy Santa Monica.

*Another adults-only option we love is spending the entire day at Terranea for spa treatments, golf, and dinner, particularly if your hotel is situated on LA’s west side.

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NOBU MALIBU

A GLIMPSE

According to a 2019 study, the average Angeleno spends 119 hours a year stuck in traffic, the equivalent of five days.

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CIT Y TIPS + HELPFUL INFORMATION

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BABY FOOD, DIAPERS, ETC. Pharmacies are the best places for baby related items.

For a grocery store, we love EREHWON and there are several locations throughout the city.

BABYSITTING Each hotel we have listed is able to find reputable babysitters, but most require at least 24 hours notice.

BATHROOMS Starbucks is always your best bet, or find a small café and purchase water and snacks.

Most big parks will have public restrooms.

GETTING AROUND LA is one of those city’s where you must have a car. We suggest the SIXT rental agency, which has more high end cars, but because they are used, the prices are lower than at other agencies. It’s all about image in LA, after all…

Most restaurants have valet so do not worry about parking.

Uber is also big, and many of the hotels on our list have courtesy cars, so safe nights out are easy.

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GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATER

HEALTH CARE Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of the best in the area: Address: 4650, Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, 90027 Phone: 323 660 2450 Website: chla.org

LOST ITEMS Head to metro.net/about/lostandfound/

POLICE AND EMERGENCIES For all emergencies, dial 911 Los Angeles Police Department: Address: 100 West 1st Street, Los Angeles, 90012 Phone: 877 ASK LAPD Website: lapdonline.org

STROLLERS Many museums and sights have stroller parking areas, although they cannot be held responsible in the event of theft.

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A GLIMPSE

The Pacific Wheel at Pacific Park is the world’s only solar-powered Ferris wheel.

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TIPPING It is customary to leave a 20% tip at nice restaurants Leave at least $5 a day per room for housekeeping at nice hotels. If staying in a suite, we like to leave more Give $1-2 per bag to bellmen Always give valet a $2-5 tip Make sure to tip the concierge if they helped procure any reservations When in doubt, tip! In America, it is always appreciated

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SANTA MONICA

TOURISM WEBSITES visitcalifornia.com/region/los-angeles-county discoverlosangeles.com

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PACKING

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When traveling, we recommend listing exact outfits for each day in order to avoid overpacking and to stay organized. We also encourage mixing and matching key pieces, so you have more room for purchases. We then place items either in packing cubes, or directly in the suitcase starting with the last day, so you are not digging for clothing packed for day one.

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LOS ANGELES PACKING TIPS

Highlight or put a mark next to outfits once they’re packed.

It’s all about easy, casual looks in LA, but at night we prefer a sort of upscale boho style.

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DAY FIVE

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“ TRAVEL LIGHT, VERY LIGHT,

AND TAKE THINGS THAT CAN

WORK IN MANY WAYS. WHEN YOU

FIGURE OUT HOW TO PACK LIGHTLY,

YOU FIGURE OUT HOW TO

LIVE LIGHTLY.

Diane von Furstenberg

DAY SIX

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DAY SEVEN

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CARRY-ON

Passport/ID Change of Clothes for yourself and if with kids Bathing Suits in case you need to change your plans upon arrival, or in the case of lost luggage Laptop/Tablet Jewelry Camera Converter Headphones Chargers Glasses Medication and Supplements Books/Magazines Snacks Travel Wrap Lotion Face Mist Lip Moisturizer

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IN-ROOM BATH AND BEAUTY CHEST AT SHUTTERS

Other:

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KIDS

Book/Tablet/iPad Headphones Backpacks Coats/Jackets Snacks Toys Other:

BABIES

Bottle and Formula/Milk Pacifier Snacks Blankets Toys Other:

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EXTRAS

Workout Clothes Coats/Jackets Lingerie Toiletries Other:

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TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS

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HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TRAVEL EXPERIENCES

BY MELINDA STEVENS, EDITOR-IN- CHIEF OF CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER 1. Plan, but don’t overplan! The best stuff happens in the places in-between–the surprises, the unexpected–being loose enough to go with the flow, so you can get happily caught up where the best experiences are unfolding, not with what the schedule dictates.

2. Travel, really, is mostly about the people. Meeting people in the place you have travelled to–having drinks with them, going to their houses, hearing about their lives–is what takes a standard trip and moves it onto a different level. Open your hearts and minds! Be alert to this possibility, even if you are normally a shy person.

Find out where the locals dance, not the tourists, where they eat and hang out and shop. This will give you an infinitely better understanding of a place and a people who are different from you. Which is the point.

3. Take your time. Sure, it’s fun to go somewhere for a quick jaunt. I went to Norway for 16 hours to see the White Lights, and I once seemingly went to Shanghai for a bath. But it’s only by taking your time, stretching it out, being somewhere for any considered length at all that will unhook you from your normal schedule and allow you to be more expansive with your horizons, literally and metaphorically.

4. Reward good work. Choose to stay in places that have more than their own pockets in mind. How is your hotel connected to its community, how does it support it, is it known for its good works, in any variety of ways, from protecting biodiversity to adhering to sound sustainable practices?

5. Tread lightly. In all ways. You are a guest in other people’s lands. Understand the rules, be aware and be curious, hold back on your brashness, pick up your rubbish, pay your way, be generous and thoughtful with your time and your money. Contribute and engage. Your tourists bucks are a powerful tool, use them in the right way. Be a good human making good decisions.

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MELINDA’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

Sunset Tower, still my favorite place to stay, always has something going on; the Observation Deck at City Hall, few people know that you can go to the top and get the best free view in the city; and Tortoise General Store, which is just beautifully curated.

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HOW TO STAY GROUNDED WHILE TRAVELING

BY WARIS AHLUWALIA, ACTOR, DESIGNER, AND FOUNDER OF HOUSE OF WARIS 1. Prepare. Mostly I think about food–traveling or not.

However, planes get delayed, road trips take longer, etc.

It’s best to be prepared, so you’re not forced to eat junk food that’s readily available everywhere in the world.

Pack snacks. Always. For me it’s raw almonds, raw cashews, low-sugar protein bars.

2. Hydrate. Bring a water bottle. Buy water. Whatever the situation, drink water. Dehydration causes headaches, makes you feel tired, and can lead to loss of strength and stamina. You need strength and stamina every day but especially when you’re traveling.

3. Get Outside. Find the sunshine or at the very least some fresh air. Go outside and feel the sun on your face. It can help reset your body clock. Skip the nap and adjust to your new time zone.

4. Exercise. Any movement helps me tremendously.

Healthy body, healthy mind. Use the hotel gym, go for a run in the neighborhood, or find a local park. There’s nothing more grounding than the earth, grass, and trees.

5. Breathe. Deeply. Not the way we normally do, with shallow breaths. But intentional, slow breathing.

Deep breathing can immediately lower your heart rate and blood pressure.

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WARIS’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

Chateau Marmont; Badmash for dinner, Triniti for their soft scramble in olive oil; Mohawk General Store for shopping

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TIPS FROM THE LOCALS

AMANDA HEARST, FOUNDER OF MAISON-DE- MODE.COM

FAVORITE...

Hotel: The Chateau Marmont Restaurant: Craig’s Clothing Boutique: Maison de Mode

If you had one last day in Los Angeles, what would you do?

Finally go on one of those hikes I’ve been talking about. Maybe see the Santa Paula Punch Bowls!

Home Decor Boutique: The Den Specialty Shop: JF Chen Bar: The Tower Bar Museum: The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Neighborhood: West Hollywood

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SHOPPING TIPS WHILE TRAVELING

BY ROOPAL PATEL, FASHION DIRECTOR OF SAKS FIFTH AVENUE 1. Get lost! I like exploring local spots to find new shops when I visit somewhere for the first time. It’s good to get lost and take your time. I have found so many treasures shopping this way.

2. Support and buy local. There is nothing better than discovering a new designer, artist, home goods ware, etc. for the first time. I always like coming home from my travels with a little keepsake that’s special that reminds me of my trip.

3. Taste the town. I love to cook, especially new recipes I come across on my travels.

I always visit the local grocery and bring back a few local spices, flavors, etc.

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HOW TO GIVE BACK WHILE TRAVELING

BY LAUREN BUSH LAUREN, FOUNDER OF FEED 1. Support businesses doing good.

Stay at hotels and resorts that prioritize more eco-friendly practices and community give-back programs.

2. Volunteer in the city. Find a local charity or community program and lend a helping hand. It could be a soup kitchen or a beach clean-up. It’s also a good way to meet some of the locals.

3. Be active. Walking, biking, or taking public transport is a great way to get to know a new place, and it is also more environmentally friendly.

4. Explore art and culture. Support museums and other cultural institutions while traveling. Many depend on tourists’ revenue to operate.

5. Shop local. Seek out the mom and pop boutiques and restaurants. These are also the most interesting and charming in my opinion.

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L AUREN’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

Gjelina Take Away, Malibu Farm

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TIPS FROM THE LOCALS

KRIS COLE, IMAGE CONSULTANT AND DESIGNER, FOUNDER OF KRISCOLE.COM AND WWW.KAIANDKRIS.COM FAVORITE...

Hotel: The West Hollywood EDITION Restaurant: Urth Caffé on Melrose (Vegan friendly) or Nobu (ambiance) Clothing Boutique: Kai + Kris Home Decor Boutique: Croft House Bakery: Bottega Louie

Neighborhood: The Grove

Specialty Shop: House of Intuition

Park: Will Rogers State Historic Park

Spa: Glen Ivy Hot Springs

Hidden gem: Joshua Tree

Bar: Tao Museum: Griffith Observatory

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If you had one last day in Los Angeles, what would you do?

Rent a bike on Venice Beach and ride to Santa Monica. Have lunch and cocktails at Shutters on the Beach.

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BEAUTY TIPS WHILE TRAVELING

BY GUCCI WESTMAN, MAKEUP ARTIST AND FOUNDER OF WESTMAN ATELIER 1. Travel light. Travel with an edited makeup bag–it should be clean, purposeful, and curated. Travel and fragrance atomizers actually inspired the packaging for my Westman Atelier products. I love how atomizers are small and portable but still beautiful and functional.

2. Hydrate often. I’m a big believer in hydrating the skin from the inside-out. For an extra pick me up, I’ll add an electrolyte tablet from Nuun to my water. My carry-on is never without a hydrating bio-cellulose mask and a rich moisturizer.

3. Refresh yourself. If jet-lag is catching up to you, you can fake a wide-awake look.

Start with a highlighter under your foundation for an ethereal finish. Apply foundation under your eyes, using a brush in an upward motion to lift up the corners of your eyes. Spot check any redness as well. Sweep bronzer horizontally over the areas of your face that naturally get sun–cheeks, temples, forehead and eyelids. Don’t forget under your eyes too.

Pop a little rosy flush onto your cheeks and lips, and finish with a coat of mascara on the lashes.

4. Reset your energy. If time allows, exercise and a quick lymphatic drainage massage do wonders for the body. If not, take a few moments in the morning to stretch and meditate–it will reset your energy and lift up your mood.

5. Be inspired. Beauty should always be fun!

When deciding what to pack in your bag, be inspired by where you are going and what you are doing. Have fun and experiment!

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GUCCI’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITE

Erewhon Market

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TIPS FROM THE LOCALS

MARK D. SIKES, INTERIOR DESIGNER AND AUTHOR

FAVORITE...

Hotel: Sunset Tower Hotel

Neighborhood: Hancock Park

Restaurant: San Vicente Bungalows

Park: Griffith Park

Clothing Boutique: Save Khaki

Hidden gem: Pace on Laurel Canyon, you feel like you are in St. Barth

Home Decor Boutique: Nickey Kehoe Bakery: Magnolia Bakery Specialty Shop: RTH Spa: The Peninsula Spa Bar: The Tower Bar Museum: The Getty Museum

If you had one last day in Los Angeles, what would you do?

Get an iced tea at Starbucks, have breakfast at Mel’s Drive-in, take Poppy to my favorite dog park, Have lunch outside at Mauro Café at Fred Segal.

Shop at my favorite stores on Melrose Place, dinner at The Bunglalows, tuck in early, hopefully nestled inside some fabulous sheets with Poppy and MG.

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HOW TO CAPTURE THE MOMENTS WHILE TRAVELING

BY CLAIBORNE SWANSON FRANK, PHOTOGRAPHER AND AUTHOR 1. Camera ready. Take photos on automatic setting or iPhone, so you don’t miss moments.

2. Finishing touch. I love using an app called Camera Plus to crop, filter, and frame my photos. It’s awesome and gives the photos a finished vibe.

3. Album goals. Set out to create an album at the start of the trip, so you stay focused and committed.

4. Snap, snap. You can never take too many photos.

5. Be present. Turn your phone off often and be present to the beauty around you.

Take in the adventure and the precious moments you are living. You never get those back.

CL AIBORNE’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

San Vicente Bungalows, Point Dune Beach in Malibu

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Specialty Shop: Erewhon Market Spa: Japanese Spa. Mainly because all massages should come with a side of sushi.

TIPS FROM THE LOCALS

SAMANTHA MORAY, BRAND CONSULTANT AND PUBLICIST

Bar: The Tower Bar at Sunset Tower Hotel. Quite frankly everything about Sunset Tower is my absolute favorite.

Especially the ice cream sundae!

FAVORITE...

Museum: The Hammer Museum

Hotel: Hotel Bel-Air Restaurant: This is tough. So many good restaurants in LA, and I love food.

I’ll go with a classic favorite though: Giorgio Baldi. It’s very rare I order a pasta dish for myself at a meal, but any time I’m at Giorgio Baldi that is the only move.

Neighborhood: Malibu Park: Holmby Park Hidden gem: Hugo’s Tacos on Ventura. Trust me!

If you had one last day in Los Angeles, what would you do?

I‘d wake up early and take a class at Natural Pilates followed by breakfast at Nate ’n Al’s. Then I’d get a facial (Joanna Vargas or Dr. Barbara Sturm) before lunch at La Scala. In case you’re wondering, I get the chicken chopped salad with added cucumber, tomatoes, and extra dressing. I could drink the dressing. I would spend the afternoon at Soho House Malibu. And for dinner I’d invite a group of friends to Craig’s then go to San Vicente Bungalows for dessert and drinks.

But, if there was a Lakers game, I’d go to the game!

Clothing Boutique: Noodle Stories. Best place to discover under-the-radar designers and make sure I don’t have the same dress as anyone else at the party.

Home Decor Boutique: Apparatus Studio. I’m constantly trying to find an excuse to add more light fixtures in my house.

Bakery: Pop’s Bagels. Not good for the waistline but so worth it. And I know I’m only allowed one answer, but I have to add Sweet Lady Jane.

Triple Berry Cake for life!

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TIPS FOR TRAVELING WITH KIDS

BY LILY ALDRIDGE, MOM, MODEL, AND ENTREPRENEUR 1. Snacks, snacks, and more snacks!

I make sure to have their favorite snacks handy.

2. Call the hotel ahead of time.

See what they provide in order to minimize packing (i.e., cribs, monitors, extra refrigerator for milk, kids snacks, etc.).

3. Never rely on your phone or airport wifi! Download movies, TV shows, and educational apps before arriving at the airport.

4. Middle section, please! On a redeye, I try to book seats in the middle of the cabin, away from noise and light.

5. Go with the flow.

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LILY’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

Sushi Park, Meche Salon

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“ ONCE YOU HAVE TRAVELED, BUT IS PLAYED OUT OVER AND OVER

THE MIND CAN NEVER BREAK

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THE VOYAGE NEVER ENDS, AGAIN IN THE QUIETEST CHAMBERS.

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OFF FROM THE JOURNEY.

Pat Conroy

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PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS

Page 5 | Photograph Copyright © Clea Ramos

Page 61 | Photograph Copyright © Vincenti

Page 18 | Photograph Copyright © Nicole Franzen

Page 65 | Photograph Copyright © Capo

Page 21 | Photograph Copyright © Catchrestaurants.com

Page 69 | Photograph Copyright © The Little Door

Page 24 | Photograph Copyright © Carla Choy & Margot Landen

Page 75 | Photograph Copyright © JRothenberg

Page 27 | Photograph Copyright © Giorgio Baldi

Page 77 | Photograph Copyright © Hotel Bel-Air

Page 33 | Photograph Copyright © Joshua White

Page 79 | Photograph Copyright © Nobu Ryokan Malibu

Page 35 | Photograph Copyright © The Ivy at the Shore

Page 81 | Photograph Copyright © Oceana Santa Monica

Page 38 | Photograph Copyright © Nobu

Page 83 | Photograph Copyright © Peninsula

Page 41 | Photograph Copyright © Kelly Campbell

Page 85 | Photograph Copyright © Shuttersca

Page 45 | Photograph Copyright © Simmzy’s

Page 87 | Photograph Copyright © Terranea

Page 47 | Photograph Copyright © Roman Roze

Page 88 | Photograph Copyright © The Beverly Hills Hotel

Page 48 | Photograph Copyright © Spago

Page 90 | Photograph Copyright © The Maybourne Beverly Hills

Page 53 | Photograph Copyright © Carly Mask

Page 93 | Photograph Copyright © Nikolas Koenig

Page 55 | Photograph Copyright © The Draycott

Page 96 | Photograph Copyright © Viceroy Hotel

Page 57 | Photograph Copyright © Rose Venice

Page 95 | Photograph Copyright © Viceroy Hotel

Page 58 | Photograph Copyright © Sunset Tower Hotel

Page 100 | Photograph Copyright © Jack Carlson/ Rowing Blazers

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“ ONCE A YEAR GO SOME PLACE

YOU’VE NEVER BEEN BEFORE.

Dalai Lama

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Riann Smith is an award-winning lifestyle writer, wife, and mother living on the East Coast. A Los Angeles native, she thoroughly enjoyed writing about her hometown for Glimpse. Her favorite local memories include trips with her mom to the Brentwood Country Mart, hiking in Will Rogers State Park, and boogie boarding at Zuma Beach in Malibu.

Riann is co-author of two lifestyle books, senior writer at Greenwich Magazine, and former deputy editor of Cosmopolitan and The Nest. Her celebrity profiles and features on décor, dining, fashion, and travel have appeared in numerous print and digital publications. She served as juror at the Greenwich International Film Festival and is an active supporter of women in film and the arts. Riann graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Columbia University. She is currently working on her next book.

RIANN’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

My dream day in LA would begin by waking up at Shutters for a coffee-fueled hike with friends in the Santa Monica Mountains. For lunch we’d do what my mom always did with me: split a chicken in a basket at the Brentwood Country Mart…it hasn’t changed in 40 years and is still so good. Goop and Kendall Conrad are next door, so I’d pop into both. In the afternoon, we’d walk around Venice or check out an art exhibit. Dinner would be Ivy at the Shore, because it was my favorite place for a special dinner growing up, then back to Shutters for a nightcap and live music. The next day we’d drive up PCH to Santa Barbara to visit friends and family, walk on Butterfly Beach, and grab an early bite at Lucky’s or the Plow & Angel.

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Founder and Editor of Glimpse, Jordan Rhodes is a wife and mother to three kids, living in Greenwich, CT. Exploring the world has always been an important part of her life, but she did not want to trade in the glamour of travel once she had kids in tow, so Jordan set out to find the most stylish hotels and restaurants that also welcomed her rambunctious toddlers. Along the way, Glimpse was born so that she could share her finds, interview a variety of globetrotters and tastemakers from many different industries, and provide travel tips for discerning families, all while promoting the importance of travel as education for young kids. In 2017, Jordan founded Give A Glimpse, which uses all profits from Glimpse to help fund educational travel opportunities for students in need.

Jordan loves to answer all travel-related questions, and can be found on Instagram @jordanjrhodes and @glimpseguides.

JORDAN’S LOS ANGELES FAVORITES

If I had one last day in LA, I would start with breakfast at my hotel, the Bel-Air, then head to one of the canyon parks for a hike. After that I would freshen up before lunch at the Nobu in Malibu. Then I would walk along the pier watching the surfers, and hit up Malibu Country Mart for some shopping. On my way back to the hotel I’d check out the Getty, or detour to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Dinner would be at San Vicente Bungalows, followed by a nightcap at Sunset Tower. I’d then head to sleep dreaming about palm trees and the Pacific.

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