Exciting events taking place. We invite you to take a moment and read on for two handpicked family-friendly cultural places that you must visit in the city of flowers and sunshine.

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Located on Grand Avenue in Downtown L.A., Walt Disney Concert Hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Master Chorale. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Frank Gehry, with acoustics by Yasuhisa Toyota, the magnificent venue has received worldwide critical acclaim and praise from concertgoers for its stunning architecture and extraordinary sound. Attend a concert by the acclaimed LA Phil and experience classical music as it was meant to be heard.

Paley Center For Media

Los Angeles locations have made countless appearances in films and TV episodes. Located in the heart of Beverly Hills, The Paley Center for Media is the foremost public archive of television and radio programming, with an international collection of nearly 150,000 programs spanning almost 100 years. Throughout the year, the Paley Center celebrates television with a wide range of events that examine the creative process behind great entertainment.

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We usually answer these queries with a brief explanation listing criteria such as location, price ranges, and amenities, but now we’ve decided to dedicate this section especially to those visitors looking for the best oceanfront hotels.

Faena – Hotel, Resort and Spa

One of South Beach’s most elegant new properties, Faena Hotel is an upscale resort and spa featuring dramatic contemporary art, breathtaking seaside views and award-winning eateries helmed by globally renowned, celebrity chefs. Conceived as a “cultural corridor” in the mid-Beach area from 32 to 36 Streets along famed Collins Avenue, the property incorporates designer shopping, opulent hotel rooms and suites plus an ornate cabaret-style theater.

W South – Beachfront Resort

Playful and energetic, the beachfront W South Beach hotel offers contemporary elegance in the center of the haute South Beach scene. Combining artful dining and lounge options, two oceanfront pools and rooftop basketball and tennis courts, the W South Beach is ready for action whenever you are. Host to the pampering magic that is the Bliss Spa and engineered so that every guest room has a truly inspiring view of the Atlantic coastline, this beachfront resort is designed to dazzle, delight and surprise.

Setai – Exotic Asian Hotel

Possibly the most elegantly appointed beach resorts in town, the Setai’s Asian-influenced design inspires a sense of peace and serenity at every turn. Simple lines, a soft color palette, and streamlined Art Deco motifs create an atmosphere that embraces the past but feels completely timeless. Guests enjoy a choice of dining options from fine cuisine to poolside snacks, a well-appointed spa and three swimming pools overlooking a vast stretch of Atlantic surf.

Soho Beach House

Soho Beach House is a private members club that joins the group of luxe, London-based gathering spots for those in film, media and the creative arts. Access to the posh spa, pool and beach club is restricted to members and those lucky travelers who reserve a room at the new 16-story Sovereign Hotel Tower which houses 50 rooms overlooking the pool, gardens and romantic dining terrace at Cecconi’s Italian Restaurant.

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Well, basically… this list is an incredible celebration of those happy coffee spots where every barista knows your name, favorite mugs, preferred dessert option and so on.

Makers & Finders

With a nice mix of traditional and eclectic coffee creations, Makers & Finders is one of the best things about the growing Downtown Arts District. It has an espresso machine that was bought for the price of a small car and lattes crafted with house-made syrups. Top choices include a coconut-turmeric blend and “Mexican Spice” with four actual dry spices in the mix.

Avery’s

Tucked in the corner of the Village Square shopping center, Avery’s roasts its own beans twice a week, with anywhere between nine and 13 varieties of coffee from regions around the world. The team recently perfected a Zimbabwe-sourced nitro brew that is among the best in Las Vegas, and when fall rolls around, Avery’s has not one, but three different takes on the highly-coveted Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Mothership Coffee

No fancy lattes here. Mothership is bare bones and all about the craft and culture of brewing coffee. The menu is kept simple and much more in line with a classic espresso bar than what you’d expect at the big chain coffeehouses. Mothership is also a wholesale roastery that sells beans to other shops in the valley, but the fun part is taking advantage of the education offered by the knowledgeable staff and learning about the science of coffee.

Sambalatte

The owner is hands-on when it comes to sourcing beans, making regular trips to his native Brazil where about 60% of the selection comes from (although other regions such as Kenya, Mexico, and Colombia are also well represented). The Sambalatte location at the Monte Carlo is the only coffeehouse on the Strip to roast its own beans and is supervised by a team of experts and a high-tech computer system. The lattes and cappuccinos are delicious but your best bet may be to enjoy the coffee in its own elegance from a steampunk machine.

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What about enjoying a spectacular meal and a glass of wine? Finding the perfect location may be stressful when you have an important business meeting. That is why we’ve gathered the five best business dining restaurant in Chicago in the list below.

Vivere – Italian Cuisine

Enjoy the sophisticated Italian cuisine in a whimsical atmosphere at Vivere, a family restaurant known as the oldest Italian restaurant in the Windy City. The traditional Italian values are combined in a symphony of tastes thanks to creative chefs that are not afraid to test new ideas. If you want to make a good impression to your business partner, then come here as you can choose an elegant wine from a collection that gathers wines from all over the world. The desserts are also fabulous.

The Village – Luxurious Atmosphere

We remain in the Italian family, and the next on the list is this charming restaurant that offers you an exceptional culinary experience. Set in a luxurious atmosphere, the restaurant still keeps its Italian pillars. What makes this place perfect for a business meeting is the private booths where you can have an intimate talk over a delicious fine meal. You can enjoy a glass of wine, in a private atmosphere.

Tru – A Culinary Adventure

The restaurant itself is a piece of art, regarding both design and the dining experience. Every plate is a piece of art, inspired by the French cuisine and by the creativity of Anthony Martin, the Chef. What makes this restaurant perfect for a business meeting? Well, you can enjoy a sophisticated, unique meal along with a glass of refined wine. Dining here is a real culinary adventure, in an elegant and relaxed ambiance. If you plan your next business meeting here, remember that you should respect the dress code. You will certainly make a good impression if you choose this restaurant.

Rosebud – By Alex Dana

Here you will taste the best red sauce in Chicago. “There is no time to hesitate if you want to succeed” as the founder of this iconic restaurant, Alex Dana, says so don’t wait and organize your next business meeting at Rosebud to enjoy high quality and creative dishes that combine Italian and American tastes in a charming atmosphere.

Parachute – Original Plates

One of the most critically-acclaimed and original restaurants in Chicago. If diners can snag one of the highly-sought tables in the funky mom-and-pop restaurant from a former “Top Chef,” the bing bread that’s like a Korean take on baked potato with sour cream bread or the pork belly and mung bean pancake are staples.

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Let go of your inhibitions. Many has been written about the typical tourist spots, the ones that goes under the skin of the city and brings you its most interesting sights.

The Plaza – Tea Bistro

The renovated Courtyard, a New York institution at New York’s most emblematic hotel, The Plaza, is the best place for a decadent tea and a dose of opulence. Have a cocktail, a premium luxury Grand Cuve tea and their fabulous scones, lemon curd and pastries. If you are looking for more affordable places to eat in the city, head out to Tales from a Fork.

Tenement Museum

Located by the Williamsburg Bridge, the Tenement Museum provides an insight into the lives of the immigrants who arrived in the US in the 19th Century. New York was founded by all the immigrants who came from Europe at the time and who made the city what it is today. The Tenement Museum will give you a good insight into what went on in the city at the time. A variety of tours are on offer including some of the shops in the area.

Chelsea Market

If you are an art lover or connoisseur, you can join an expert and private behind-the-scenes tour of the art galleries in Chelsea, one of this district’s most relevant contribution, by the hands of the curators and art experts from Context Travel. I am a huge fan of their tours and have taken a few across the world, from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel to Tokyo’s Asakusa. They have the best docents and experts, especially on things like art and architecture.

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