Things to Consider When Traveling to Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a dream location that’s on the bucket list of most people worldwide. Already, tens of millions of people visit Los Angeles each year. In 2019, the City of Angeles received over 50 million visitors, which is not surprising because there’s a lot to see and do in LA.
If you’re planning to visit Los Angeles, you should know a few things about LA’s lifestyle so you fit in like a local but explore like a tourist.
Let’s dig in.
Los Angeles Is Vast and Has Many Cities
Los Angeles has 88 cities inside it, and each city is a worthy destination. As such, if you’re looking for the heart of LA, there isn’t one location because there are so many iconic destinations such as Hollywood, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Downtown LA, and Beverly Hills. You probably won’t tour all of LA’s attractions in one trip, so you should single out your must-see destinations. The Hollywood Walk of Fame, Disneyland, and Griffith Observatory are some of the popular LA destinations you may want on your go-to list.
Booking Hotels
Because of the vastness of the city, you must plan your itinerary smartly, so you can get around smoothly without being caught in LA’s crazy traffic. This means booking hotels that are closest to the destinations you want to tour. The affluent lifestyle synonymous with LA’s top destinations and the high traffic of tourists means that hotel prices are often high. For instance, you’ll pay $21,455 for a one-week stay at a timeshare. However, even the most affordable hotels may be pricier compared to other destinations, but they offer exemplary customer service in return. You’ll get rich food menus, comfortable hotel rooms and the overall sanitation will be top-notch.
Los Angeles hoteliers know that 9 in 10 customers will have an overall negative opinion of a business if the public spaces (lounges, restrooms, and lobbies, for example) are not clean. It’s why you’ll find that most LA hotels worth booking will have exceptional hygiene standards. When booking hotels, consider the cost of the hotel and the proximity to your planned destinations.
LA’s Street Food Is Worth Trying
While Los Angeles is no stranger to high-end hotels that will do well to satisfy your culinary desires, sometimes you’ll get your best dinner at the roadside from taco trucks and hot dog carts. Street food is very much part of LA’s lifestyle. Especially when touring the city late in the night, you’ll want to grab the famous dirty dog, which is a hot dog wrapped in bacon. You’ll be surprised with the many affordable dishes you can get at the average taco truck. You can enjoy delicious tacos, tortas, quesadillas, and burritos.
Carry a Jacket to Keep You Warm at Night
LA’s weather in the day is mostly as advertised-hot and sunny. However, when the sun goes down, the weather is chilly. Some evenings will have some light showers. If you’re visiting during the winter, you’ll need a warmer coat as the cold can get brutal. The average night temperature during winter in LA ranges from 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Naturally, 60 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit is the best sleeping temperature for most adults.
Additionally, LA’s lifestyle at night is one of the most entertaining and enriching one. There are many foods and drinks to sample in the city. Los Angeles is home to many cultures from across the globe. This diversity creates many culinary and beverage options for you to sample. The vibrant nightlife in LA may make you not want to sleep, so a light jacket will do enough to keep you warm.
When planning your LA visit, these tips will come in handy. Once you’re in Los Angeles, you want to get the most out of the city because LA has a lot to offer.
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