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South LA Bans Fast Food

Fast food restaurants are not welcome in South Los Angeles. Pre-made dishes and a limited menu will get your restaurant turned down for a business permit in the district, with the aim of cutting down on fried, processed foods. The hope is to raise the availability of fresh produce and foods. But is this a good thing, or too much government control? Some people who work in the area installing ADT enjoy a nice burger during the lunch hour, and despite the ban by the local government officials in South Los Angeles, there is probably a very good chance they can still locate a fast food restaurant somewhere nearby. Still, the decision has been controversial. Small business owners say this makes it very difficult for them to make a living in southern LA;...

Moving to Los Angeles

I have lived in the fabulous city of Los Angeles for the last ten years, and I must say I love everything about it. There is always something going on and something to do in the city. Last time my good friend was in town she decided that it was time for her to get a place and move to LA too. She packed all of her stuff, had the moving company LA help move her in, and that night we got right down to the specifics of LA. Anytime you move some place new or travel to a new destination, then you surely need someone to show you the ropes. Here’s my insiders guide to Los Angeles. Whether you are moving to stay or just stopping by, these are good things to know. Dining and Food Dining out in Los Angeles can sometimes seem overwhelming. If you are...

Solving Parking Nightmares At SoCal Beaches

Hey there surf and sun seekers in Southern California. Let’s face it, heading for the beach is not what it used to be with traffic jams and scrambling to get the last parking space. If it’s not restrictive parking signs, its miles of parked cars so far from the sand that you’re exhausted by the time you reach the beach. To get the best chance of landing a parking space you can either leave at the crack of dawn or work smarter about where you leave your car. Santa Monica If you are tempted to use the metered parking along Santa Monica or Wilshire Boulevard, don’t. These meters are going to click off and set you up for a parking ticket before you have a chance to tan your backside. The parking garages on 2nd Street are great, but those of you...

Why Staycations Can Be Good

When you are looking at traveling, it can be difficult to figure out where you will be going to. That is when you should know about the staycations that are available in your area and the fun that you can have on them. Now the main reason you could avoid these is you may not think anything is available to do, but that is where you will be wrong. You should realize that by staying in your local region and setting up trips within a two hour driving range that you can easily find a great thing to do. Some of the things that you may have never thought about before is the parks that are available, any of the little tourist towns that are close to your home, and even the resorts that are close to your home. Parks are typically free, but if they charge any money it will...