LA Guide
Are you new to Los Angeles or considering a fresh start in the City of Angels? Ever wondered what it's truly like to live here, beyond the tourist attractions? Seeking insider knowledge and hidden gems that go beyond the guidebooks?
You've landed in the perfect spot! Explore my curated selection of articles, dedicated to providing invaluable insights for newcomers and those finding their footing in the sprawling metropolis of LA.
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LA's Most Instagrammable Spots, Recommended by a Local
Make sure to hit up all the photo worthy spots to take the best, and most iconic LA photos!
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14 Best Things to Do in LA with Out of Town Guests
Click for a comprehensive list (made with input from both locals and tourists), of must-see attractions for visitors (and locals) to LA. Enjoy being a tourist in your own city.
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LAX Logistics: A Traveler's Handbook for Arrival, Departure, and Exploring LA
Transportation tips to navigating LAX and getting around LA for tourists
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LA Unveiled: Top 4 Neighborhoods To Stay In LA For Tourists
I’ve personally curated a list of the top neighborhoods in Los Angeles for tourists and visitors. Read on to help maximize your trip!
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Most Reviewed LA Restaurants
The city's most celebrated and widely reviewed culinary destinations.
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LA Tourist Spots, Rated by a Local (spoilers!)
Tourists often have lofty expectations of famous LA. . Sharing my two cents on how a local feel about these famous sights and experiences. Keep reading for gain insider knowledge that you won’t find in guidebooks.
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LA Top Rooftops for 2022
Find hidden gems of Los Angeles' rooftop scene as we showcase the best open-air spaces with a unique perspective of the city's skyline.
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Best Things About Living in LA (and a few not so favorite)
Discover some of my personal Los Angeles faves that you won't find in guidebooks, as well as a few raw, less-than-favorable observations. I'll share my genuine and unfiltered observations with you. If you're considering relocating to LA, read this post first.
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We Had Our Home Renovated On HGTV, Here's What It's Like
Perks of living in Los Angeles? Getting televised on national television (kinda a big deal!). We allowed HGTV to film our home renovation and here’s what our fifteen minutes (more like 45 minutes) of fame was like.
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Ugly LA Truths
Moved to LA when I was 22 years old from North Carolina. Here are all the ugly truths I’ve learned about LA in my decades plus time here.
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Cycling to Work in the Pedestrian Death Capital of America
Why I cycle to work in the most dangerous pedestrian streets of America, and how I (hopefully) continue to stay alive!
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LA Parking and Driving Tips, From Someone Who Knows
Avoid parking tickets and getting towed by reading up on the #1 unintended hobby - DRIVING! We spend a lot of time in our car, to best proactively know what we’re getting into. Follow these tips, and save thousands.
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Top Tips for Los Angeles Apartment Hunting, for Newbies
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