Welcome to Los Angeles! You have deboarded and got your bag from baggage claim; now what? This post outlines all of the information you need when you arrive in Los Angeles. From tips for the confusing LAXit program to tips for finding cheaper rental cars, this page is dedicated to your first moments in Los Angeles. Tips For Leaving LAX Getting to the Rideshare and Taxi pick-up In October 2019,…
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Why you should subscribe to my newsletter
In November of 2022, I moved my newsletter to Substack, and I have to say that it was the best decision I have ever made. I have been able to give more Los Angeles to subscribers than I could before. More events, more recommendations, and…
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Goodbye, 2022! Hello, 2023!
We made it! Goodbye, 2022! Hello, 2023! Happy New Year from This Ugly Beautiful City! 2022 was such a rollercoaster ride! And not in a cheesy fun way like at Santa Monica Pier’s Pacific Park. There are dozens of year-in-review recaps that you can watch…
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Where to eat In Downtown Culver City
One of the reasons I love downtown Culver City is how accessible great food is. There are dozens of swoon-worthy restaurants in such a small area. This is a town where it is possible to get a great meal without needing a reservation or waiting…
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Where to eat on Abbot Kinney
There is a lot of fantastic food on this few-block stretch of Abbot Kinney, and the amount of choice can be dizzying. Should you eat healthy, grab a smash burger, something vegan, something quick, or something on the bib gourmand list? There are also a…
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Leo Carrillo State Beach’s Tide Pools
It is nice sometimes to take a break from the city. Take a break from the noise and the visual stimulation of billboards blocking out the sky. A break from feeling so small in a world that is so large and out of control. This…
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Los Angeles Reading List
I think that the best way to really know your city is to read authors who have used it as a setting. I have learned a lot about Los Angeles through books. In 2014, my New Year’s resolution was to read books about this city.…