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Why Should You Visit Santa Monica This Winter?
Nearly nine million tourists vacationed in Santa Monica during 2017. That's roughly one-fifth of the 47 million people who visit the Los Angeles area every year. So what makes people from around the globe want to visit Santa Monica? There are plenty of reasons to...
The 5 Best Places To Stay In Santa Monica
Last year, over 780,000 people made their way to the Golden State and vacationed in Santa Monica. The sun, sand, and surf are just the beginning of what makes this city a great place for both family vacations and romantic getaways. There are forty hotels within four...
Top 4 Things To Do In Santa Monica During The Thanksgiving Season
Thanksgiving is upon us, and traveling is at the top of so many Americans' minds. You've booked your travel, found accommodations, and planned your packing list. You're ready for the trip to your destination, but when happens when you get there? Whether you're heading...
10 Interesting Facts About Santa Monica That Will Surprise You
Do you think cotton candy skies and a drink on the beach make each day a little better? We have the place for you. Santa Monica sits west of downtown LA and offers a Pacific-side escape to your everyday routine. Whether it's grabbing a beer or catching the next big...
6 Awesome Outdoor Activities For The Nature Lover In Santa Monica
Cue music. A familiar tune comes on, and you hear Sheryl Crow belt that all she wants to do is have some fun on Santa Monica Boulevard. And she's got a feeling she's not the only one. Well, she was right. If you're like many nature lovers who live in Santa Monica --...
Surfs Up!: Top 3 Santa Monica Surf Spots
Are you a fan of Baywatch, Beverly Hills 90210, or even reality shows like The Hills and Laguna Beach? If so, you're surely familiar with the white sand beaches and crystal blue waters of the Pacific off the coast of California. Southern California is synonymous with...
Where To Get The Best Ice Cream In Santa Monica
"Summer would not be summer without ice cream. Ice cream is the favorite currency of love." - Puck Magazine, 1881 Society has known for a while about the power that ice cream has to bring people happiness. You scream, I scream, we all scream... What better place to...
History Of The Santa Monica Pier Carousel
There are roller coasters, haunted houses, bumper cars, and Ferris wheels, but when it comes to amusement park staples, nothing is quite as classic as the carousel. The ride has a fascinating history, dating back to a game played by Turkish and Arabian horsemen in the...
4 Events In Santa Monica You Don’t Want To Miss This Fall (2018)
The summer is quickly coming to an end - soon school's will be back in session and the sun will set earlier, leaving us dreaming of those long summer days again. But before we get ahead of ourselves, we are going to enjoy the end of summer and all it has to offer....
What Happened To The Old Santa Monica Ferris Wheel?
When you hear the words "Santa Monica Pier", what image pops into your mind? We're willing to bet it includes the pier's most iconic feature: the Santa Monica Ferris wheel. After all, this historical Ferris wheel is a huge part of Santa Monica Pier history. But did...
4 Dramatic Movie Scenes Filmed At The Santa Monica Pier
We all love a little escape at the end of a long work week. And there's nothing like diving into some dramatic movie scenes to get the fire started. What's even more exciting is being able to pick out the occasional landmark as we live vicariously through the big...
5 Fun Facts About Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a vivacious city that almost 4 million people call home. In addition to those passionate residents, there are over 50 million people who visit the wonderful city each year. Regardless if you fall in the Los Angeles native or tourist bucket, you may be...