Los Angeles is composed of many interconnected communities
In order to commute between these widely dispersed neighborhoods, Los Angeles has constructed a remarkably efficient road system of broad streets, avenues and 10-14 lane wide freeways. These roadways enable people to quickly navigate across the vast metropolitan complex at most times; however, avoiding the freeways between 7 to 9 AM and 4 to 6 PM, when millions of cars clog the roads during the rush hour commute, is recommended. Air pollution caused by all of these cars on the roadways combines with the moist air from the Pacific Ocean to form a dirty gray haze known as Los Angeles Smog.Unlike most cities, Los Angeles does not have a distinct urban center. It is a collection of individual communities tied together by a complex network of roads and freeways. Each community offers a uniquely different character. Together, they make up this huge metropolitan complex called Los Angeles.
Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Beaches
Along the Pacific shore, Malibu, Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey and Palos Verde are high-class residential beach communities. Venice Beach, on the other hand, is known for bikini clad roller bladers, muscle-bound weight lifters and an odd assortment of slightly off-beat characters. Long Beach is a thriving seaport with a vibrant commercial district and oil wells. Laguna Beach houses a large artist's community.
Hollywood is the historic home of the old movie studios, and Beverly Hills is still the home of the movie stars. Here you can drive along the western terminus of historic Route 66 on Santa Monica Boulevard. You can stroll along famous Hollywood Boulevard and the Sunset Strip. In nearby Burbank, you can visit many modern movie and television studios. In Anaheim, you can see the original Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm.
Downtown Los Angeles is certainly a commercial district, but it is no more the urban center of the city than many other neighborhoods. Near the downtown area are ethnic neighborhoods with large Asian populations called, Korea Town, China Town and Japan Town. Nearby are several predominately Afro-American neighborhoods and many predominately Hispanic-American neighborhoods.

Los Angeles, California - Overview
Los Angeles is the largest city in California and the second largest city in the United States of America. It is located on the southern coast of California about 75 miles (120km) north of the Mexican border and 400 miles (600km) south of San Francisco. The original name of the city was "El Pueblo de Nuestra Senora la Reina de los Angeles" or "The Village of Our Lady the Queen of Angels", but the name was shortened for obvious reasons
Los Angeles is spread across a coastal plain
Los Angeles Freeway
Photo Credit © CorelLos Angeles is situated on an irregularly shaped coastal plain about 30 to 60 miles across. It is bounded on the west by nearly 60 miles of Pacific Coast beaches and ocean cliffs. The San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains form a 2500-meter high wall to the east. The Santa Monica Mountains define its northern limit and the Santa Anna Mountains define the southern.
Los Angeles natives inhabit the entire plain, from the local hills to connecting valleys to the slopes of the mountain ranges. The city now covers over 1000 square-miles composed of dozens of interconnected communities. High-rise buildings only exist in a few isolated clusters. From nearly every vantage point, you can gaze across miles of low rooftops with palm trees towering above.
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Anaheim & Disneyland

Anaheim & Disneyland
Anaheim is a commercial, business and residential neighborhood in the southern part of Los Angeles. It is about 30 miles south of downtown and about 20 minutes east of the nearest beaches. It draws many tourists to its most famous attraction, Disneyland. It has a large variety of modestly priced, family oriented hotels to serve the hordes of visiting tourists.

Hotel In Anaheim

Holiday Inn Anaheim
1240 South Walnut Street Anaheim, CA 92802 US
Area: Anaheim - Orange County
NEWLY RENOVATED IN 2009, the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites in Anaheim is adjacent to Downtown Disney, Disneyland Park and California Adventure and approximately 30 miles from Los Angeles International Airport. This location is also three miles from the Block at Orange and Crystal Cathedral, four miles from the Honda Center (Mighty Ducks hockey) and Angel Stadium (Angels baseball), five miles from Knott's Berry Farm, and 40 miles from Universal Studios Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and LegoLand. Hotel amenities include a brand-new sparkling swimming pool and whirlpool Spa, state-of-the-art fitness room, business center, gift shop, Chaparrel Cafe, and Silver Saloon. The hotel also offers room service, a concierge, valet laundry service, laundry facilities, complimentary High-speed Internet access, free parking, and they offer for sale Disneyland Park hopper tickets (for both Disneyland Park and California Adventure). All rooms feature satellite TV, in-room movies, coffeemakers, hairdryers, high-speed Internet access, free local calls, individual climate controls, irons and ironing boards, voicemail, and work desks with ergonomic chairs.

Holiday Inn Anaheim Property Information:
Rooms: 255
Floors: 5


Holiday Inn Anaheim Features
Restaurant
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Dry cleaning/laundry
Family Rooms
Fitness Center
Swimming pool
Wheelchair accessible
Business center

Holiday Inn Anaheim Reservation Policies:
Check-In: 1500
Check-Out: 1200

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County
11999 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove, CA 92840 US
Area: Anaheim - Orange County
The Hyatt Regency Orange County is conveniently located less than one mile from Disneyland Resort with free shuttle provided, and kids eat free for lunch and dinner. Families will enjoy one of the many newly renovated, comfortable, and spacious suites for a great value. All of our suites come equipped with multiple flat screen LCD televisions, microwave, and refrigerator. Try one of our fun and unique Kids Suites with bunk beds for the children, and an adjoining room for parents. The hotel offers many recreational options, with two outdoor, heated pools and Jacuzzis, tennis court, basketball court, and newly expanded and upgraded 24-hour fitness center. Stop in Starbucks for a quick pick-me-up, or the Hyatt General Store which now offers many additional options such as fresh sandwiches, salads, fruit and a variety of other snacks to help get you through a long day at the parks. In the heart of Orange County, the Hyatt Regency Orange County is in close proximity to the Anaheim Convention Center, Knotts Berry Farm, Angel Stadium and the Honda Center. Also, the hotel is conveniently located to the Orange County/John Wayne Airport (20 minutes), Los Angeles International Airport (35 minutes), and a short drive away from some of the world famous beaches of Southern California.
Hyatt Regency Orange County Property Information:
Rooms: 653
Floors: 17
Hyatt Regency Orange County Features
Family Rooms
Fitness Center
Swimming pool
Wheelchair accessible
Business center
Restaurant
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Data port
Dry cleaning/laundry
First Class Hotel
Hyatt Regency Orange County Reservation Policies:
Check-In: 1500
Check-Out: 1200

Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills is the affluent home of Hollywood movie stars and other rich celebrities. The business area features Rodeo Drive with exclusive shops, fine restaurants and classy night clubs. There are some fine hotels in Beverly Hills but the prices can be high