Home to Disneyland, movie stars, Beverly Hills and of course Hollywood. Los Angeles has long lured people into its glittering fantasy world. With its endless sunshine, palm trees, shopping malls and beautiful people, this city is like no place you’ve ever been before, and yet is strangely familiar.
When you delve below the screen image, you will find a wonderfully vibrant, exhilarating multi-cultural hub with a plethora of things to do and see.
Los Angeles Information
Population: Approx. 3.8 million
Time Zone: GMT -8
Languages: English (official), Spanish, Native American
Currency: American Dollar ($USD)
Currency Exchange: Purchase your USD cash and travellers cheques before you leave Australia
Electricity: 110v - 60Hz
Los Angeles Climate
The city is situated in a Mediterranean climate with mild, somewhat wet winters and warm to hot summers. Temperatures in the summer can get well over 32 °C, but with overnight lows of 17 °C. Winter daytime high temperatures will get up to around 18 °C, on average, with overnight lows of 10 °C and during this season rain is common. The warmest month of the year is August.
Los Angeles Airport
Name: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Address: 1 World Way, Los Angeles, California 90045, USA
Distance to city: 29km (18 miles)
Opening Hours: Check-in counters operate 90 minutes before and 30 minutes after flight departure and team members are available during these hours to process bookings and changes
Location: Virgin Australia flight numbers VA 1 - VA 199 arrive into the Tom Bradley International Terminal and depart from Terminal 3 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Partner Airline: Virgin America and Alaska Airlines operate from Terminal 3. Delta Airlines operate from Terminal 5.
Airport Hotel: We recommend Hilton LAX which provides a free shuttle bus 24hrs
Los Angeles Transport
Car Rental: Great choice of hire cars at mates rates from our car suppliers
Transfers: We recommend Super Shuttle to get you anywhere in the Los Angeles area including Long Beach and Anaheim. Proceed to the ‘Orange Shared Ride Van’ in the middle island outside the terminal
Taxi: Available from the curbside on the lower level, authorized airport Taxis display an official seal. A rate card with typical fares to major locations will be provided as a guide. Do not accept any solicited transportation offers
Hotel Angeleno Los Angeles
3 Star property
Combining contemporary decor and luxurious accommodation, this property creates an inviting ambience for you to enjoy, while visiting Los Angeles.
Kyoto Grand Hotel
4 Star property
Discover a tranquil urban oasis in a contemporary, yet inviting ambience at the Kyoto Grand Hotel and Gardens, a soothing downtown Los Angeles property that welcomes you with a serene atmosphere complemented by stellar amenities and superior service.
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
4 Star property
The Hilton Los Angeles Airport hotel offers the uncompromising accommodations and services of a luxury hotel.
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
3 Star property
Whether it is a weekend retreat or longer stay, Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel emerges to be the upscale getaway ideally suited for guests seeking a space, privacy, style and luxury.
Stay Los Angeles
3 Star property
Offering amicable atmosphere and homely service, the Stay-Los Angeles caters to the needs of the discerning travellers.
Ramada Plaza West Hollywood
3 Star property
Boasting top-notch customer service, the Ramada Plaza Hotel Suites West Hollywood Beverly Hills is an incredible venue for a reminiscing vacation.
Dining
Once owned by Johnny Depp, Viper Room is an ultra-hip Art Deco club, famous for its music, both live and spun, and its surprise celebrity appearances. Restaurant At The Standard Hotel serves modern American fare to beautiful people, Hollywood style.
Famous for its French fries, Hal’s serves all-American fare in a chilled out atmosphere. Chado Tea Room is a tea lovers’ haven with a frivolous collection of teapots lining the walls and 300 different teas from around the world.
Shopping
Los Angeles has as diverse an array of shopping areas as its sprawling multi-ethnic population. Whether you are looking for haute couture, trendy or vintage, ethnic, chic or designer, this city has you covered. Each area is distinct in its vibe, clientele and wares. Tax is generally not included in the marked price, so be prepared to add 8%.
Westside And Beverly Hills is where the big people buy big names for big money. A familiar backdrop in lots of movies, it is certainly worth a look even if you can’t afford anything. Hollywood Boulevard is one of Los Angeles’ most famous streets, although it has become a bit of a tourist Mecca with souvenir, t-shirt and poster shops lining its sidewalks.
Downtown LA is an eclectic mix of bargain stores, markets and ethnic enclaves and is well worth a bit of exploration.
