Los Angeles  Overview

Inhabited by tribal groups prior to the arrival of Europeans in 1542, the west coast of California was named after an imaginary island in a Spanish novel. A few of the famous explorers who landed in this region includes; Sir Francis Drake in 1579, Sebastian Vizcaino in 1602 and Junipero Serra in 1770. more...

Los Angeles  Activities

LA has one of the world's most popular children's attractions: Disneyland. Known around the world as a magic land of rides, the resort-park offers something for visitors of all ages and is an experience that is hard to find elsewhere. Other impressive features of the city include the Los Angeles Zoo, where you can see monkeys and kangaroos playing, while Universal Studios will appeal to film buffs. more...

Los Angeles  Events and Festivals

Roses Parade: held in early January, this New Year’s Day tradition sees football fans gather in their droves for the football championship match held in the afternoon, while morning events include a parade, floats and marching bands more...

Los Angeles  Sightseeing

With the glitzy draw of Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Bel Air as well as the lively coastal resorts of Santa Monica, Venice and Malibu, visitors to LA will have plenty of sightseeing opportunities. The heart of the moviemaking industry is Hollywood, and it is here were most of the world-famous studios are including Universal Studios, Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros, each providing a different insight into filmmaking. If you want a rest from the big screen, head for the beach, where the LA stereotype rules. more...

Los Angeles  Transport

Ranking as one of the world's largest airports, Los Angeles International Airport, commonly referred to as its airport code LAX, handles dozens of direct international and domestic flights each day. Located 15 miles southwest of downtown, the airport is easily accessible and serves in excess of 60 million passengers a year. The main service providers at the airport are United, American and Southwest airlines. more...

Los Angeles  Travel Tips

Upon entering the USA, you must complete a customs declaration form. No fresh food or agricultural products are allowed to be brought into the country, while items from North Korea, Cambodia, Libya and Cuba; pre-Columbian artefacts; chocolate liquors; or obscene publications are also prohibited. There are also strict regulations on drugs and firearms. Duty-free allowance is: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigars; a litre of spirits. more...