Los Angeles
Why you must visit this recreation of a lavish, long-lost treasure
A passion project for a US oil tycoon, the Getty Villa recreates a Roman villa buried by a volcanic eruption and houses 44,000 antiquities.
- by Julie Miller
How to beat the queues at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood catapults visitors into the colourful worlds of movie franchises on high-octane rides and immersive experiences.
- by Julie Miller
Why this enchanting place captured so many Hollywood hearts
California beach life, Hollywood history and plenty to see for free – base yourself in Santa Monica and you might find it’s all the LA you need.
- by Amy Cooper
Endless delight: The 15 destinations we never get tired of revisiting
The point of travel is often to go to new places and have new experiences, but the chance to revisit favourite locations can be like reuniting with an old friend.
It’s magic: How I got into LA’s most exclusive address
To gain entry, you need to be invited by a member, pay for a stay at the Magic Castle Hotel nearby or become a member yourself – by practising magic.
- by Jenny Hewett
Motel revival hits Hollywood with Sunset Boulevard property’s revamp
This kitschy 1958 Hollywood overnighter sensation has been thoroughly renovated to become the cute and cool Palihotel Hollywood.
- by Julietta Jameson
California’s original theme park is no Disneyland
Disneyland might claim to be ‘the happiest place on Earth’, but you won’t find a frown at nearby Knott’s Berry Farm either.
- by Katrina Lobley
Two hotels in one: New dual-branded property shakes up Downtown LA
Two new hotels and a trendy dining precinct is breathing new life into the neighbourhood ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics.
- by Julietta Jameson
Airport review: LAX Terminal 7
I have five hours to kill before my flight to Sydney and United Airline's dedicated hub is fantastically well-equipped.
- by Rob McFarland
The Pendry West Hollywood review: A celebrity favourite on LA's hippest street
Think of Hollywood chic and it's The Pendry you'll conjure. This is where the beautiful people come...
- by Craig Tansley