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The Mt. Wilson Observatory was established in 1904 by astronomer George Hale (1868-1938) in the suburb of Pasadena. It was the first observatory in the western United States and the largest in the world. The grounds are open to... more
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Named for a food-packing king and financier who reorganized the failing Pasadena Museum of Modern Art, the Norton Simon displays one of the finest private collections of European, American, and Asian art in the world (an... more
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This structure, located atop Mt. Lee in Griffith Park, is perhaps the most enduring symbol of Hollywood. The nine 50-foot (15 meter) letters can be seen from all over the L.A. basin, and occasionally even from passing aircraft.... more
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Kylie Syme said
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It's one of the most colorful and delightful events to watch on TV or view in person. If you are planning to be in the L.A. area for New Year's Day, be sure to order tickets for this parade. Pasadena extends a royal welcome to... more
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The great live music, the 4000 square-foot (372 square meter) dance floor and two full bars are just three reasons to visit this gargantuan dance club, located in West Los Angeles. The latest and greatest salsa, samba and swing... more
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If you thought that the only place you'll find neon lights would be in a nightclub or bar, think again. The Museum of Neon Art is filled with exhibits and documents of contemporary fine art in electric media as well as some ver... more
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The Palladium has been considered the largest dance club in the world. Before it became a club and concert venue, it was a spot for awards ceremonies like the Grammys and the Emmys. Although it retains traces of its former gran... more
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Totally without attitude - Burgundy Room is so small there's no room for any. The ever crowded spot is home to the casual as well as the casually dressed. T-shirts are as fancy as you'll get and even the women seem far removed... more
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Celebrated by Curtis Hanson in his masterpiece of film noir, L.A. Confidential, from the James Ellroy novel, the Formosa Cafe is the stuff of Los Angeles folklore. This Rococo hangout started out as a Chinese eatery but in rece... more
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Think Glenn Miller and get ready to "Go Daddy Go!" After being featured as the singles nightspot in the film Swingers, this classic dance hall has gone from underground hip to mainstream mania. Glossy hardwood floors and great... more
South Pasadena Travel Experiences
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Vanaka, thank you Fiji...and a return to the States!
Departing Fiji is hard!From here it is back to reality... teacher inservices, expense reports and family responsibilities! However,... Continue reading »
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LA's Beaches...Advice from a Local!
For those of you that have been to LA, I think you will agree that one of the best things about the diverse City of Angels is the beach.... Continue reading »
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The City of Angels
Los Angeles is great if you like the heat (or Air Conditioning) and if you have heaps of money to spend on all the entertainment availab... Continue reading »
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LA pitstop
After the tour of possibly all the second hand car garages in Vancouver, it was good to have LA to look forward to...Well, to look forwar... Continue reading »
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Los Angeles
Arrived LAX and navigated our way through US Customs with no problems. Picked up the rental car and was a bit nervous driving a left hand... Continue reading »
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