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Los Angeles Active and Adventure Highlights

By Travel Expert: Karen Kefauver
  • Kayak from Royal Palms State Beach to Cabrillo Beach for spectacular views of the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula and Catalina Island. You'll see thick kelp beds, colorful tide pools, and the historic Point Fermin Lighthouse.
  • Literally across the street from trendy Pacific Palisades, the Temescal Canyon loop hike offers broad ocean vistas and a serene passage down woodsy Temescal Canyon.
  • Whether recreating with kids, the dogs, or with your buddies, the L.A. area promises adventure for everyone. Mountain-biking trails, day-hike trails, beaches, and camping spots await those looking for an escape from the city.

Los Angeles Overview

Like Las Vegas, the allure of L.A. -- for better or for worse -- is undeniable. Los Angelenos know their city will never have the sophisticated style of Paris or the historical riches of London, but they cheerfully lay claim to living in the most entertaining city in the United States, if not the world. It really is warm and sunny most days...

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Hotels

Marina International Hotel
4200 Admiralty Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
Hotel Class: 2 class stars
Distance: 13.2 Miles
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The Hotel California
1670 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Hotel Class: 2 class stars
Distance: 14.7 Miles
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Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Road
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
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Attractions

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The Venice Boardwalk
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Distance: 14.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: This is the number one people-watching spot. In... Read More
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Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
32132 Castaic Lake Drive
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Abalone Cove Shoreline Park
5970 Palos Verdes Drive South
Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275 Map
Distance: 22.8 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this... Read More
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Feature Articles

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    IN THIS PARKLAND-POOR metropolis, it's easy to forget that escape is only a freeway away. The green Santa Monica Mountains to the northwest roll into khaki beaches. Eastward lie the San Bernardino Mountains, and to the west is the blue Pacific. So don't let the city limits limit you.
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  • The Big Sweep
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    Beyond L.A.'s tangle of freeways, you can pedal, snorkel, and kayak your way to a truly great outdoor weekend.
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Trip Ideas

  • Backyard Playgrounds
    Whether it’s for a few hours or a few days, we’ve all got to get away sometime. Since we can’t always explore the Amazon after work or trek Tibet in a weekend, we bring you an inspired list of the country’s best city-centric, all-natural playgrounds—ones within city limits, and ones just beyond the suburban sprawl—tailor-made for bite-sized bursts of urban adventuring.

Los Angeles Vacation Rentals

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DECADENCE AND LUXURY ABOVE FAMED SUNSET STRIP
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Fireplace, Full kitchen, Pets OK, Phone, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, Wireless Internet Access
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3 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LOS ANGELES, CA 90024
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Fireplace, Garage, Internet Access, Oven, Stove
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Westwood Gardens Vacation Villa
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Foosball Table, Freezer, Internet Access, Laundry, Microwave, Patio, TV, VCR
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