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How well do you know southernCalifornia? If you’re like most, weekendexplorations may have become a bit

habitual, returning to the same destinationstime and time again. Maybe it’s time to find anew hidden gem.

One location that offers a unique blend of old-style California with a mix of the latest culinarypleasures and cultural events isVenturaCountyWest—the cities of Camarillo,Oxnard and Ventura.

VenturaCountWesthasn’t felt the brunt ofthe overwhelming traf-fic and crowds that arethe bane of many local

getaway spots. It feels extravagant but it’s one ofCalifornia’s great coastal values. Ventura County’smain industry is agriculture—with orchards andstrawberry fields still dotting the landscape. Hereare just a few ideas of things to do during a stay in

an area where each city has its own set of sensibili-ties and cultural styles.

Camarillo

Closest to Los Angeles is Camarillo. Its restoredold town is filled with outdoor cafes, specialtyshops and a Saturday morning Farmers Marketwith locally grown produce. For the shopping afi-cionados looking for a “shopcation,” there is the160-store Camarillo Premium Outlets. “Many visi-tors to the outlets make it a two-day, shoppingweekend,” says Josephine Williams, general man-ager of the Residence Inn by Marriott Camarillo.”With the outlets spanning three centers, it takes acouple days to get to all your favorite stores. Acouple days also allows visitors to explore the localwineries and terrific restaurants in the area.”

A few miles away is the World War II AviationMuseum at the Camarillo Airport. Visitors get afirsthand account of airplane history from veteranpilots and crew. Renovated vintage aircraft such as

a C-46, a C-131, a Japanese Zero are on displayalong with historical exhibits and aviation art. Youcan even arrange a flight in one of the restoredplanes. An added treat is the airport’s WaypointCafé, located only a few minutes from the muse-um. Pilots fly in from around the country to takein the café’s home-style breakfasts and lunches.The restaurant’s outdoor patio is a perfect spot towatch aircraft take off and land.

Oxnard

The seaside city of Oxnard has everything abeach town can serve up—miles of sandy beaches,ocean breezes, kayaking, whale watching, eveningcruises, museums and harbor dining. Plan a trip tothe Channel Islands (also available from Ventura)with Island Packers or rent a bicycle and pedalalong the beach path.

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Aleisurely drive up the PCH bringsone to the warm and distinctiveshores of Santa Barbara. Up a wind-

ing road and through an esteemed neigh-borhood of manicured lawns and estab-lished architecture, travelers find them-selves at the new El Encanto. Tucked awaywithin this residential enclave for over ahundred years, the resort charms with itsstoried history. It was once the favoredescape for the likes of Barbra Streisand andother Hollywood elite. Orient-Expressacquired the resort and meticulouslyrestored each and every bungalow to cap-ture all the romance and glamour thatonce endeared it to both the local Santa

Barbara com-munity andvisitors alike.Added were themodern ameni-

ties one would expect from the highestcaliber resort; kept were the unique detailsand period architecture that renders ElEncanto a beloved destination.

Those previously mentioned bunga-lows, 70 rooms and 22 suites, dot the lush,terraced grounds featuring seven-acres ofgloriously landscaped gardens with sweep-ing views of Santa Barbara and the PacificOcean. Yet don’t let the quaint Craftsmen-style and Spanish Mission architecturediminish expectations. The bungalowinteriors are well-appointed, offering thefinest of furnishings, linens and amenitiesto complete one’s stay. There are also littletouches, like The Love of Letters, whichinvite contemplation and ease. Guests

may request bungalows with fireplaces,private terraces or enclosed gardens. Notwo bungalows are alike, creating endlessvariety for repeat guests.

Along with the bungalows, as muchcare was taken in designing El Encanto’sculinary experience. Executive Chef PatriceMartineau, who was trained in the tenetsof classic French cookery, flawlessly exe-cutes innovative dishes using only thefreshest and highest quality of seasonalingredients. Throughout his culinarycareer, Martineau has been influenced bythe various cities, people and food cultureshe has been fortunate enough to discover.These encounters inspired him to evolvehis classic French style to include interna-tional techniques and ingredients, andoffer discerning diners his personal take onmodern gastronomic cuisine. Guests mayenjoy his flavourful creations at TheTerrace in full view of the majestic Pacific,at the well-appointed Dining Room or inthe more casual Lounge. Those who favorthe vegetarian life will find that El Encantocaters to their needs with an indulgent veg-etarian menu, of which many ingredientsare cultivated in the resort’s very own gar-den. Be sure to salute El Encanto’s residentcow, Ellie, as well. She is responsible for thedelicious housemade cheese that accompa-nies the resort’s vast selection of regionaland international wines.

Around here, rejuvenation has becomethe favored pastime. Not surprisingly, ElEncanto pays homage to the art of relax-ation with The Spa. Unique to this havenare the ocean to vine therapies inspired

by the nearby Pacific Ocean and rollinghills of Santa Barbara’s wine country.Calming sea elements are blended withhealing properties extracted from localfloral to soothe mind, body and soul. Themassage therapists are cheerful, discreetand expertly trained in a variety of tech-niques. For the fitness minded, ElEncanto provides the perfect setting forre-energizing mind and body. Guests canrevitalize their workout regimen withmyriad fitness classes, advanced equip-ment, picturesque jogging trails and stel-lar personal training. Suffice to say at ElEncanto, one’s wellness is in good hands.

Those who can tear themselves awayfrom El Encanto’s idyllic life will discoverexquisite restaurants, fine galleries, bou-

tique wineries and the beautifulCalifornia coast—all just minutes away.Santa Barbara’s many pursuits can be alsobe reserved and arranged with a quickcall to the personal concierge.

Lastly, the resort’s most quintessentialfacet boils down to the intimate and wel-coming ambience. A small note in theroom invites guests to embrace anonymi-ty. The suggestion to lose oneself is aninteresting request and well noted. Withits proximity to Los Angeles and hiddensetting, El Encanto is the perfect place toretreat from the world and get reac-quainted with the benefits of leisure.

To learn more about El Encanto, visit elencanto.com.

The Enchantment Returns to Santa Barbara

VenturaCountyWest is close and easy to get to, yet feels far from the everyday routine. And while it may feel extravagant, you’ll find

VenturaCountyWest to be California’s great coastal value.

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BASK in the warm and sunny days ofsummer without traveling too farfrom home. Just a short drive from

Malibu, Westlake Village is one of LosAngeles’s best kept secrets, rich in naturalbeauty and local culture. Set in the scenicConejo Valley, it’s an easy commute tosurrounding cities, making it the perfectdestination for a weekend staycation.

Gentle coastal breezes keep the skiesblue and the temperatures high through-out the summer, wonderful for enjoyingall of the outdoor activities available inthe local area. Trailheads wind throughthe Simi Valley Foothills and SantaMonica Mountains, with nature trailsideal for hiking and biking. For golfenthusiasts, the region boasts a wideselection of premiere courses includingSherwood Country Club, Lost Canyonsand Malibu Golf Club.

Explore the local wineries and vine-yards that have taken root over the lasttwenty years in the fertile mountains inMalibu. There is a perfect microclimate inthe hills above the coastal fog and excel-lent weather for growing grapes, allowingthe area to become a recognized wine-making region.

For a taste of the local flavor, CieloMalibu Estate Vineyard is a neighbor-hood favorite, and for a wine tastingexperience complete with an ocean view,Rosenthal Malibu Estate is located righton Pacific Coast Highway. Of course, nowine-tasting tour would be completewithout a visit to Malibu Wines, produc-ers of award-winning Semler andSaddlerock wines. The open-air tastingroom off of Mulholland in the canyonfeatures live music and picnic tables,making it a popular destination duringthe summer months.

The famous beaches of Malibu andPoint Dumeare just a short,scenic drivethrough one ofthe easily

accessible canyons in the Conejo Valley. Avariety of beaches range from popular surfspots like Zuma and Leo Carrillo to theexclusive and appropriately namedParadise Cove beach, where gentle wavesand white sand are just right for somefamily fun in the sun or for a romanticstroll at sunset.

Experience all that the Conejo Valleyhas to offer with a weekend retreat at FourSeasons Hotel Westlake Village.Conveniently located off the 101 freeway,the Hotel offers an escape that’s as active orrelaxed as you wish. Unwind poolsidewhile sipping signature mojitos or smooth-ies in the tranquil setting of our adults-onlySerenity Pool or make a splash at our

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LET’S say you want to take a vacation.Somewhere by the beach, perhaps.Or maybe somewhere you can truly

relax and unwind. You want access to apool or a rooftop lounge and you want abevy of local activities to choose from.Don’t worry! You can experience all thisin Redondo Beach.

You’ll find everything under the sunin Redondo Beach where there’s alwaysMore to Sea. Redondo Beach is a laidback, beautiful beach city with a rich his-tory, unbeatable sunsets, a world famouspier and plenty of ocean front hotels and

restaurants at every price level. There’svirtually no end to water sports andrecreation, including scuba diving, surf-ing, stand up paddle boarding, biking,fishing, whale watching and shopping.

Redondo Beach is a destination offer-ing fun for the whole family. Start with ahearty breakfast at one of the manyrestaurants catering to families at theRedondo Beach Marina where you canalso take a ride on the glass bottom boator go kayaking under the sun. If youbring the family dog with you, take herfor a romp at the Dog Park on 190th

and Flagler, where leashes aren’t neces-sary. Take the kids for a self-guidednature experience at HopkinsWilderness Park where they will seeducks, geese, koi, and more in their natu-ral environment. Hungry for lunch?Grab a hamburger at one of the fast foodplaces strewn along Pacific CoastHighway or choose from an array offamily-friendly restaurants and myriadethnic and international themed diningspots on Artesia Boulevard. Don’t forgetto bring a bathing suit and sunscreen,and head over to the Seaside Lagoon fora day at the beach or enjoy an afternoonof great shopping at South Bay Galleriaor boutique shopping in Rivera Village.If you’re not completely out of steamyet, head to the Redondo Beach Pier foran old fashioned arcade with pinball,video and carnival games. There are lotsof places for an inexpensive seaside din-ner right there on the Pier. Be sure toattend the Redondo Beach LobsterFestival on September 20-22 for a familyfeast. If you want the little ones to havea more educational experience, stop in atthe SEA Lab and learn all about sea lifeand their efforts to keep the ocean cleanand healthy.

It’s not too soon to start planning fora summer staycation. Here’s a specialoffer: If you book a two night hotel staythrough December, you get two $25 giftcards, that’s $50 so you have more tospend during your Redondo Beach visit.

Special rates and packages available atRedondo Beach hotels include: PalosVerdes Inn, Portofino Hotel & Marina,Crowne Plaza, and Best WesternSunrise Inn. Purchases can be made withyour $50 at restaurants such as Baleen’sKitchen, boutique shops in the RivieraVillage like the eclectic Harmony Works,Tic Time at South Bay Galleria andnumerous local merchants.

Instead of spending the big bucks ontraveling out of town, consider RedondoBeach as you’re ideal staycation. There’smore fun and less stress when therearen’t so many “Are we there yet?” ques-tions. And, it’ll save you the hassle of air-port security, economy rental cars, andunspoken obligatory souvenirs for friendsand family.

So hit the road, Jack and Jill, andyou’ll find Redondo Beach, where there’salways more to “sea,” is the perfect stay-cation destination.

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indoor family pool. Indulge in the blissfulsurroundings and treatments of our award-winning spa, 2013 Luxury World SpaAward winner and recently recognized byCondé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor as beingone of the top hotel spas in the country.

The AAA Five Diamond hotel alsooffers diverse restaurant options includ-ing modern Japanese cuisine in ONYXand jazz and champagne brunch inHampton’s. In the Lobby Lounge, local-ly infused menus are featured in a funand interactive setting. On Fridaynights, surf meets turf at the PacificMarket buffet, featuring an a la carteRaw Bar menu to enhance your diningexperience. Our signature Saturday night

Mercato Italiano feast is fun for thewhole family, with traditional Italiandishes, hand-tossed pizza served table-side and a gelato cart for a refreshinglysweet dessert. Gather to watch the latestsports event during the afternoon thenreturn for live music in The Bar, orenjoy cocktails al fresco at The Lookoutoutdoor lounge.

Whether you’re planning a romantic get-away, a family vacation or just looking for alittle R&R, Four Seasons Hotel WestlakeVillage has something for everyone.

For more information about the FourSeasons’ weekend specials, rates or pack-ages or for reservations, please call(818) 575-3000 or visitwww.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage.


beaches and how it isn’t overly crowded.”says Lisa Asdikian general manager ofEmbassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel &Resort. “Spending a weekend inVenturaCountyWest definitely makes youfeel far from the everyday routine.”

A little inland, experience a great after-noon or evening at Heritage Square, with its14 restored Victorian homes and structuresbuilt between 1876 and 1910. Volunteerdocents conduct tours through the build-ings on weekends. Then, wine taste atRancho Ventavo Wine Cellars (located inthe restored “Scarlett House”) followed bynine holes of “twilight” golf starting after1:00 p.m. or “sunset” golf after 3:30 p.m. atthe 36-hole River Ridge Golf Course. Top offthe day with a play at the Elite TheatreCompany at Fisherman’s Wharf in ChannelIslands Harbor.

Ventura

Ventura in spring and summer is clas-sic southern California. Sun yourself onVentura’s miles of beaches (parking isfree), take in Sunday concerts at VenturaHarbor Village beginning June 23 or rentan electric boat, paddle boat or kayak fora leisurely trip around the harbor(expect to see plenty of sea lions sun-ning themselves). You can also enjoy“Music Under the Stars” at the historicOlivas Adobe Historical Park in Ventura.Outdoor concerts begin July 13 and runfor nine Saturdays until September 7.Dine on the grassy picnic area anddance on a majestic wooden ballroomfloor. Scheduled are bands and perform-ers of every musical variety.

“There is so much to do outdoors inVenturaCountyWest. Visitors play Frisbee,paddleboard, take a romantic walk on thebeach—or watch the surfers at the worldfamous C-Street break,” says DouglasWood, general manager of the CrownePlaza Ventura Beach Hotel. “And there’sthe new Ventura Botanical Gardens. Thefirst trail from City Hall along the hillsidesin Grant Park is complete; its views of thePacific coastline, downtown Ventura andinto Oxnard are magnificent.”

A few blocks from the shore isVentura’s Main Street, perfect forstrolling, sampling wines and foods,shopping and enjoying live nighttimeentertainment. Always a favorite is theVentura Food Tour, a walking tour thatcombines local history, culinary educa-tion and of course the tastes of local foodand wines. The tours are available onweekends and some weekdays.

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Coastal Enclave offers both Relaxingand Action-Packed AdventureExperiences by Water, Air, Land or Sea

SUMMER is just around the corner andwith water adventures like martialarts on a paddleboard or parasailing

above the Pacific, Marina del Rey is tak-ing center stage. With 800 acres of play-ground, half of which are on the water,the Marina offers plenty of action alongthe Los Angeles coastline.

Here’s a list of fun things to do thissummer right here in Marina del Rey:

Sound Waves by the Sea: Starting inJuly and free to the public, the Marinadel Rey Summer Concert Series returnson selected Thursday and Saturday

evenings atBurton W.Chace Park.Music loverscan pack a pic-

nic basket and enjoy SymphonicThursdays, featuring the Marina del ReySymphony, and Pop Saturdays, with aline-up that includes Billy Ocean andTaylor Dayne. Fisherman’s Village alsostrikes a chord with weekend concertsfrom 2 to 5 pm, featuring different bandseach week.

The Newest Trend in WaterfrontDining - Paddle, Swim or Boat toDinner: Marina del Rey is one of the fewlocations along the Los Angeles coast to“Dock & Dine.” Local restaurant, KillerShrimp, offers a public landing so guestscan arrive to dinner or a sunset happyhour via kayak, Jet Ski, paddleboard, or

boat. Shoes and Shirt required but luckilywater shoes satisfy the rule.

Dine with Sand at Your Feet:Visitors can get a taste of LA’s iconicfood trucks and dine on the sands ofMarina Beach with “Beach Eats” everyThursday from 5 to 9 pm. This year’sall-star lineup includes The GrilledCheese Truck, Slammin’ Sliders,Komodo, Roll’n Lobster, SweetArleen’s, Holy Aioli and City Dogs.Also beginning April 25, visitors andlocals can shop for fresh local produceor pick up a few tasty lunch items atthe new Marina del Rey Farmer’sMarket every Thursday from 9 am to 2pm at Marina Beach.

Dry Dock the Car and Travel byWaterBus or Beach Shuttle: For just $1each way, the Marina del Rey WaterBusreturns this summer and will transportvisitors to seven stops throughout theharbor, including Fisherman’s Village,Burton Chace Park and Marina Beach.WaterBus-riders have a front-row seat toon-the-water recreation and harbor viewsand can also enjoy being chauffeured to awaterfront dinner without the hassle oftraffic and parking. The complimentaryPlaya Vista Beach Shuttle also providessummer services with a route windingthrough Playa Vista, Marina del Rey andVenice Beach. The WaterBus runs fromJune 21 through September 2 and theBeach Shuttle is available from May 24through September 29. Both operate onweekends and holidays only.

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Visit us again and plan ahead. Check out our summer events.

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Martial arts class held on a stand up paddle board (SUP)

at Phins Water Sports Club in Marina del Rey.

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WHETHER its arts & culture orheart-racing family-friendlyattractions, there’s no need to

pack a bag or book a flight — Los Angeleshas it all!

Here’s a list of the latest new and/orimproved fun things to do within LACounty for “staycationers” seeking some-thing different this summer.

ARTS & CULTURE

• Cahuenga Peak (Hollywood) — InMarch, 2012, a new, 138-acre mountainparcel of parkland, called Cahuenga Peak,was added to Griffith Park just west ofthe Hollywood sign. Visitors can hike tothe peak from the Griffith Observatoryalong a steep, rocky one-mile-long trail toenjoy stunning panoramic views of LosAngeles. Griffith Park is one of thelargest, wild urban parks in the U.S.www.laparks.org.• California Science Center (Downtown)– The U.S. Space Shuttle Endeavour wenton display at the California Science Centeron Oct. 30, 2012. The space shuttle firstflew in May 1992, replacing Challenger,which was lost in 1986. Endeavour’sreturn to Southern California is a symbolichomecoming, as it was built in Palmdale,Calif., and often landed at nearby EdwardsAir Force Base. Admission to the CaliforniaScience Center is free and there is a nomi-nal $2 charge to see the Endeavour.www.californiasciencecenter.org• Civic Park(Downtown) — The 16-acreGrand Park was unveiled on July 26,2012, unifying the landmark institutionsin Los Angeles’ Civic Center, stretchingdown Bunker Hill from the Music Centerto City Hall and passing between thecounty-owned buildings on Temple andFirst streets to the steps of City Hall. Thepark continues the renaissance of down-town LA, which in recent years has seenthe $2.5 billion entertainment complexcalled L.A. Live sprout just 10 blocks awayincluding the Nokia Center, StaplesCenter, a pair of world-class hotels andnumerous upscale restaurants, nightclubsand theaters. http://civicpark.lacounty.gov• El Pueblo de Los Angeles HistoricalMonument’s “America Tropical”Mural(Downtown) — Painted in 1932 bywell-known Mexican painter DavidAlfaro Siqueiros on the second-story wallof Italian Hall on Olvera Street, “AmericaTropical,” is an aesthetic and politicalmural that was whitewashed within ayear of being completed and was restored

for public viewing on Oct. 9, 2012.“America Tropical” is one of only threemurals painted by Siqueiros. An $8-mil-lion public-private investment was madetoward the completion of the mural’srestoration, as well as construction of aprotective shelter, viewing platform, andvisitor bridge in the America TropicalInterpretive Center. The 80- by 18-footmural provides an understanding of thesocial and political climate influencingpublic art in 1930s Los Angeles.www.getty.edu/conservation• Japanese Garden at the Huntington(San Gabriel Valley) –The JapaneseGarden at the Huntington Library, ArtCollections, and Botanical Gardensreopened its beloved Japanese Garden onApril 11, 2012, after being closed for ayear to undergo $6.8 million in renova-tions and improvements. One of thehighlights of the project is the installa-tion of a ceremonial teahouse.www.huntington.org• Museum of Flying (Coastal) — A newMuseum of Flying opened on Feb. 25,2012. The structure is on Airport Avenueon the south side of Santa MonicaAirport, adjacent to the historic DC-3Monument. The new museum focuses onthe Douglas Aircraft Company and thehistory of the Santa Monica Airport. Italso houses the California Aviation Hall ofFame, which recognizes and pays tributeto the aviation visionaries of Californiawho have made significant contributionsto the advancement and development ofthe aviation and aerospace fields. Themuseum houses about two dozen aircraft,as well as aviation art and artifacts, inabout 22,000 square feet, plus an interac-tive and education center for children.The museum’s centerpiece is theDouglasWorld Cruiser. www.museumofflying.com

ATTRACTIONS

• Crafted at the Port of Los Angeles(Coastal) – Local artisans now fill part of140,000 square feet of warehouse spacewith handmade goods and artisanal foodat a new marketplace near the Port of LosAngeles along the San Pedro Waterfront.Showcased goods include handmadeglass, felt hats, carved leather and more.The first phase of Crafted at the Port ofLos Angeles opened June 29, 2012, withfull development of the complex expectedby summer 2014. www.craftedportla.com• Los Angeles Zoo and BotanicalGardens (Downtown) —”LAIR, The

Living Amphibians, Invertebrates andReptiles” exhibit, opened March 8, 2012,with magnificent new homes for theZoo’s outstanding reptile collection, oneof the most rare among North Americanzoos. Species featured in the new conser-vation facility include Chinese giant sala-manders, crocodiles, venomous snakes,scorpions, rare tortoises, blue frogs andmuch more. www.lazoo.org• Six Flags Magic Mountain (SanFernando Valley) — On June 30, 2012the world’s tallest vertical drop ridethrilled its first passengers at this populartheme park. Named after one of DCComics’ most dangerously intelligentsuper-villains and Superman’s greatestenemy, “LEX LUTHOR: Drop of Doom,”is attached to both sides of the iconic“SUPERMAN: Escape from Krypton”tower. Riders sit inside a floorless gondo-la on one of two vertical tracks flankingeach side of the “SUPERMAN” tower.They are pulled to the top of the 400-foottower, experience a brief pause, and thendrop 40 stories at speeds of up to 85mph. www.sixflags.com/magicmountain• Starline Tours (Hollywood) — Twonew routes debuted in 2012 on StarlineTours’ CitySightseeing Hop-On Hop-OffDouble Decker City Tour expanding thetour’s coverage to more than 100 miles.One new route stops at LAX hotels,Fisherman’s Village, Marina del Rey, andVenice Beach, allowing passengers toconnect to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills,Los Angeles and Hollywood. Tours departdaily and include a “Show & $ave” pro-motion for discounts at more than 50museums and other attractions. In addi-tion, a new station in Anaheim allowspassengers to connect to the Hop OnHop Off system throughout the LosAngeles area. www.starlinetours.com.?• Sundance Sunset Cinemas (Hollywood)– Sip wine and ease into a plush rocker atthe new Sundance Sunset Cinemas. ActorRobert Redford’s theater opened on August31, 2012 at the former Laemmle Sunset 5space at 8000 Sunset Blvd. and features fivescreens with a total of 635 seats; reservedstadium seating; a rebuilt lobby with abistro serving classic movie treats, quicksnacks and a bar serving beer and wine; anoutdoor patio area; and an art gallery fea-turing local artists. The theatre specializesin movies made by local and independentfilmmakers and foreign language titles.www.sundancecinemas.com/sunset• USS Iowa(Coastal) — Renowned World

War II battleship, the USS Iowa, became apermanent museum and memorial at LA’sSan Pedro Waterfront on July 6, 2012.Designated the “World’s Greatest NavalShip” due to her big guns, heavy armor,fast speed, longevity and modernization,the Iowa is also famous for transportingPresident Franklin D. Roosevelt across theAtlantic to confer with Allied war leadersat Tehran, Iran, in 1943. Admission is $18for adults ages 18 – 61; $15 for adults ages62 and over; $15 for active, retired andreserve military; and $10 for ages 6 – 17.www.portoflosangeles.org.• Universal Studios Hollywood(Hollywood) — “Transformers,” the elec-trifying blockbuster celebrated for itsmulti-generational appeal, inventive story-line, spectacular action sequences and spe-cial effects, has been developed as a newtheme park mega-attraction in a partner-ship with Universal Parks & Resorts,Hasbro Inc. and DreamWorks Pictures.The attraction at Universal StudiosHollywood made its debut May 2012, fus-ing 3D-HD media, mega-special effectsand stunning robotics with a ride systemthat transforms perceptions of theme parkexperiences. The dynamic, motion-basedthrill ride tells an original “Transformers”story using sophisticated special effectsmasterminded by Industrial Light & Magicand one of the most elaborate roamingflight simulator ride systems ever created.The theme park is currently home to suchgroundbreaking attractions as “King Kong360 3-D,” “The Simpsons Ride” “Revengeof the Mummy — The Ride,” “Shrek 4-D,”“Jurassic Park — The Ride,” and the world-renowned Studio Tour, which takes guestsbehind the scenes of landmark TV andmovie locations. www.universalstudioshol-lywood.com

Information for this article was provided bythe Los Angeles Tourism & ConventionBoard, a private, nonprofit business associa-tion whose primary mission is to market andpromote Los Angeles as the premier site forleisure travel, meetings and conventions.Though not part of City government, LATourism is recognized as the City’s officialtourism marketing organization. For moreinformation, visit the official visitor informa-tion website of Los Angeles atwww.discoverLosAngeles.com, www.facebook.com/LosAngelesFan or go toTwitter @discoverLA.

New Staycation Ideas for 2013



“Sea” the Sights by Soaring Over LosAngeles’ Famous Sunny Beaches: Theadventurous will fly over the PacificOcean with Marina del Rey Parasailingand enjoy breathtaking panoramic viewsof the marina along with the world-famous Venice Beach Boardwalk andSanta Monica Pier. Play a soaring scav-enger hunt to find views of theHollywood Sign, the downtown LosAngeles skyline, and Catalina Island.

The “Core” of the Marina - A NewWay to Paddleboard: Phins Water SportsClub takes the stand up paddleboard

trend to the next level by combining pad-dle boarding with martial arts or Pilates.Stay active and soak up some sun in a newand interesting core strengthening activityon the waters of Marina del Rey.

Charter Your Own “Three HourTour:” Not just for millionaires, privatecharters are available for a range ofbudgets and are one of the best ways toexperience the Los Angeles coast.Choose from a variety of sail or power-boats for a day of fishing or sailing.Groups can also experience a little R&Ron the water with cool beverages and apicnic lunch while taking in the bestviews in town. For those opting to stay

in the marina, hop aboard HornblowerCruises’ new abbreviated harbor tour,which offers a 45-minute narration of allthings Marina del Rey.

Walk, Bike and Witness Wildlife onthe Coastal Bike Path: Marina del Rey isknown for its scenic section of thefamous bike path connecting TorranceBeach to Malibu. Visit Daniel’s BicycleRentals in Fisherman’s Village for hourlyand daily rental styles, overnight rentalsand soft serve ice cream!

Where to Stay

With five hotels that fit any familyor group size, taste or pocketbook,

including the Jamaica Bay Inn,Marriott Marina del Rey, The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, FoghornHarbor Inn, Marina del Rey Hotel andthe new Hilton Garden Inn debutingthis summer, Marina del Rey offers theperfect home base for our summeradventures both in Los Angeles and onthe water.

Information for this article was provided bythe Marina del Rey Convention & VisitorsBureau. To learn more, call (310) 305-9545or log on to visitmarinadelrey.com.



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