Los Angeles holidays

Stylish, sophisticated and a shopper's paradise

Los Angeles is a huge sprawling city that borders the Pacific Ocean. With 81 miles of beautiful beaches, magical theme parks and world class attractions, Los Angeles has it all.  Don't miss the city's great attractions - Universal Studios, the Sunset Strip, Hollywood, Beverley Hills and Disneyland.

Explore some of the world’s most impressive beaches at Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Newport and Huntington. Huntington is especially popular with those who enjoy watersports and its long expanse of beach hosts some of the city’s best outdoor excitement.

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Los Angeles Holiday Highlights

•   Disneyland in Los Angeles is the original Disney theme park and still offers the magic that is unique to Disney.

•   Beverly Hills is stylish and sophisticated with opulent mansions which are the homes to many rich and famous American and British stars.

•   The world famous Rodeo Drive is situated in Beverly Hills and is lined with high fashion boutiques, with pristine pavements and is the place to shop in Los Angeles.
•   Santa Monica is Los Angeles oldest and biggest beach resort, has a well known pier, funfair and a variety of shops including a shopping mall and art and craft shops.
•   Newport Beach has good shopping and a wide sandy beach which offers an array of watersports whilst Huntington Beach is the place to surf.
•   Hollywood is home to the famous Hollywood sign, Walk of Fame, Mann’s’ Chinese Theatre, Kodak Theatre and nearby Universal Studios, this is one of the busiest areas in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Honeymoons
All of our
Los Angeles hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings but Los Angeles is the land of the celebrity so everything here is glitzier and grander. And who knows, on your romantic dinner for two, you may find yourself a table away from a celebrity couple.

USA Multi-Centre holidays

A vast nation with a limitless domestic airline network, the USA is the perfect multi-centre destination itself. Look beyond its borders and you can combine the US easily with the Caribbean, Bermuda and Mexico. The USA is also the perfect destination to build your own
multi-centre itinerary.

USA Tailor Made
Tailor make your ideal USA holiday from our vast array of product by combining destinations, hotels, tours and excursions to create your perfect bespoke holiday.

To tailor make your own Kuoni USA holiday or multi-centre itinerary simply:
•   View our online portfolio or download our
America & Canada brochure.
•   Then, call our USA sales team on
01306 747002 who will guide you through all of your options and prepare a detailed customised holiday quotation especially for you.
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USA Facts
For further information, inspiration and holiday ideas:
•   See our comprehensive list of USA
facts and information.
•   Read our i-travel articles for
USA Holidays

Population

California has a population of more than 35 million.

Time difference / local time

GMT -8 hours

Language

English is the official language, although many other languages are widely spoken in certain cities and communities. America has its own written US English spellings.

Currency

US Dollar ($)

Passports and Visas

•  Brits must have a full 10-year British Passport that's valid for six months after you return to the UK.
•  You will also need a USA visa or waiver form/ESTA. Apply for your ESTA at least 72 hours before travelling (http://esta.cbp.dhs.gov).

Flying time to destination

11½ hours

Electricity

The domestic electrical supply is 110V, 60 cycles AC. Sockets are for plugs with two flat pins.

Health Care

• No vaccinations are compulsory but it's recommended you have one for tetanus. • For more information, contact your GP or a specialist vaccination centre.

Tipping

Tipping is an established and accepted custom in America. For good service, waiters and taxi drivers expect 15-20%, and counter and bar staff 10-15%. Porters can expect from $3-$5 per case, while tour guides can be given the equivalent of £2-£3 per day.

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  • Celebrity Homes Tour, Los Angeles: See how the other half live

    Hop aboard an electric cart to tour the sets of hit TV shows such as 'The Mentalist' and 'Two and a Half Men'. Listen as Foley artists create movie sound effects, learn how sets are put together, explore rows of costumes and be wowed by a special effects demonstration. Sit on the iconic 'Friends' couch in Central Perk...


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  • Pedal… or Not Electric Bicycle Experience, Los Angeles: Ride along Santa Monica beach

    Embark on a semi-private tour on a STEP-THRU electric beach cruiser, riding along stunning Santa Monica beach to Marion Davies Guesthouse and continuing under the Santa Monica Pier and through Venice to the Canals. This fun outdoor experience is a great way to explore and get active.


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  • Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles: Go behind the scenes

    Enjoy a blockbusting day at Universal Studios Hollywood. Take the behind-the-scenes Studio Tour for a glimpse of film and TV show sets. Brave the Revenge of the MummySM rollercoaster, the enraged dinosaurs of Jurassic Park and the ogre-filled adventure of Shrek 4-D. Experience Krusty the Clown’s fantasy theme park wit...


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