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Hollywood’s Latest Studio Attraction

December 9, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

jeff probst show party room

NOTE: this show was canceled in early 2013 - however you can still read about our experiences below as an audience member. The Jeff Probst Show is one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood right now - and for good reason. While no stranger to television, this is five time Emmy award winner Jeff's first television talk show. Jeff is an engaging host - and his show features interesting people with inspirational stories. Jeff knows a happy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, California, Hollywood, Internet, Massage

LACOT October Meetup – Los Angeles

November 2, 2012 by Dave1 Comment

Our latest LACOT meetup was at Hotel Wilshire conveniently located on "Miracle Mile" next to "Museum Row" and minutes from the popular Grove Shopping Center. Capitalizing on the often pleasant weather year round, Hotel Wilshire has turned their roof into the centerpiece of their hotel. Appropriately named, the "Roof on Wilshire" is located here, along with a bar, plenty of views and a small pool. The night was remarkably windy and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, Drinking, LACOT, London, Los Angeles, Meetup, Museum, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

Paddle boarding in SoCal with Legends SUP

November 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Southern California, with its temperate climate is an "open" playground for outdoor water sports and stand up paddle boarding year round. There are a variety places to test your skills in the southland - whether its surfing the legendary waves off the coast in big name coastal waterfronts such as Newport, Huntington, or Laguna Beaches or trying your skills at paddle boarding in some of the inland lakes and rivers. Legends SUP™, based in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, Beach, Big Bear, California, Paddle Boarding, River Rafting, San Diego, Santa Monica, Shopping Mall, Sports, Surfing

Hiking Mt. Hollywood & Endeavor Appearance

October 12, 2012 by Dave5 Comments

I had another epic few days in Los Angeles. As like nearly all my visits to town, this one was a whirlwind event filled few days. I was invited by LA City Councilman Tom LaBonge on a hike of Mt. Hollywood to honor the London summer olympics as well as the closing of summer. This is a great hike - 1.5 miles to the summit nearly all up hill. The day was hot, the day was clear - I sweated as I climbed with fellow travelers @michelleyam and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Alaska, Art, California, Hiking, Hollywood, London, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Traffic

Hanging out in Los Angeles

June 20, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

It is always a thrill to be able to see how fast one can get around town on the freeways in Los Angeles. I love freeway hopping especially when the traffic is light. The mission of this latest trip to town was to find my great great grandfather's grave in Forest Lawn. In that regard, I failed miserably. Ran out of time to search the hundreds of graves in the section that I had previously pinpointed. Will be back. For those who have never been … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, Freeways, Hollywood, LACOT, Los Angeles, Meetup, Museum, Santa Monica, Traffic

LACOT Travel Meetup, Xbar Century City

June 5, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Live in the Los Angeles area? Going to be in town next week? Are you a travel blogger or a writer? Working in the travel and tourism industry? Stop by our monthly meetup of the Los Angeles Consortium of Online Travel Writers -  Tuesday, June 12 at the Xbar in the Hyatt Century Plaza, 6:30 – 9:00PM. This is a great opportunity to network with other area travel bloggers - some who make the trek up from Orange County during the dreaded rush … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: LACOT, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Consortium of Online Travel, Meetup, Mountain Climbing, Photography, Travel Blogging, Trekking

LACOT Meetup – JW Marriott, LA LIVE

April 22, 2012 by Dave4 Comments

Got into LAX on Friday afternoon and it was so cold as I stood outside waiting for the Flyaway bus I could see my breath. The fog persistently hung next to this part of the coast most of the day while the inland was much much warmer. Classic California micro climates for you! Love the Flyaway buses - they get you right to Union Station downtown where you can connect directly with the metro or metrolink. So easy. Jumped on the red line and like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Bus Travel, California, Drinking, LACOT, Los Angeles, Los Angeles Consortium of Online Travel, Meetup, Photography, Travel Blogging

JetSet Extra Social Los Angeles

March 5, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

It is always fun to catch up with other LA Travel writers and the perfect venue for this was Union Station downtown at the Jet Set Extra social. I caught the metro from its furthest west side reach - Western & Wilshire so didn't have to worry about traffic on this Oscar Awards night. While the networking part of this event was obvious - the speaker's panel was the highlight. Trends in social media were discussed. It was interesting to hear … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, Los Angeles, Thailand, Traffic

The Wende Museum, Culver City

February 29, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

I've been visiting Los Angeles and Orange County museums for a number of years - taking advantage of the variety and numbers of museums in the area whenever time permits. A few days ago I had the opportunity to visit the Wende Museum located in a suite in an unassuming business park in Culver City. All visits are arranged in advance by appointment only. Wende, in German means "turning point," making reference to the fall of Communism. The focus … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Europe, Germany, Los Angeles, Museum

Time Flies – Hanging in LA, upcoming trips

December 2, 2011 by DaveLeave a Comment

Ooops another month just went by - and haven't updated the blog. Was in Los Angeles again last week enjoying a plethora of activities, very warm weather and very clear skies. See video below taking from Mulholland overlooking the valley. Have a press trip up in Napa starting this weekend - first press trip where I'm actually an expert on the destination - and could easily lead a few of the tours! Then back to town for a week and off on our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Africa, Beach, Botswana, Drinking, Ethiopia, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Napa Valley, Oxnard, South Africa, Thailand

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