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Best Road Trips from Los Angeles: Where To Go and What To DoFill up the tank, grab the road snacks, and hit the highway for our pick of the best road trips from Los Angeles.Read more

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13 of the Top Theme Park Experiences Around the WorldWhere to enjoy rides, games, and splash-downs all over the globe.Read more

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10 of the Top US Lake Towns To Visit This SummerWith charming downtowns, antique stores, and good food to boot, these lakeside destinations are popular for good reason. Read more

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10 Must-See Los Angeles Neighborhoods and How To VisitIn this guide to LA neighborhoods, see everything from Hollywood glam to the largest Koreatown in the US.Read more

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9 Cities Around the World That Foodies Will LoveFor those of us who prioritize eating over, well, everything, here's a list of cities to add to your wish list.Read more

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The 500 square miles (805 square kilometers) that make up Los Angeles are a dizzying patchwork of freeways, palm trees, and strip malls—with plenty to love in between. The city's effortlessly casual (but always cool) style, sunny lifestyle, and pop culture star power—from Hollywood to fashion trends—attract millions every year. Choose your passion and you’ll find it, whether that’s shopping, museum -going, theme park-hopping or tackling the superb restaurant scene.

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