Visiting in LAX
Sep 6, 2021 | 1:23 am
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Sep 6, 2021 | 2:57 am
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Lol. Yes, I know its far but also B11 to B90 at DEN Terminal B is much further (admittedly there are moving sidewalks). It is much easier however to stay on the north side of the airport (T1/T2/T3) lower level and just walk past the Uber pick up lot.
And can be much quicker than waiting on the shuttle bus/sitting in traffic.
And can be much quicker than waiting on the shuttle bus/sitting in traffic.
Sep 6, 2021 | 10:55 am
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As mentioned above walking on the Strand, which fronts both Manhattan and Hermosa Beach, is a mellow way to pass the time.
Check out virtualglobetrotting.com to see who lives in our communities. Pick out the house you would like to live in and be gobsmacked that the rents on oceanfront properties range from $14,000 to $50,000/month.
It's ~ a 20-25 minute drive between Hermosa and LAX, except during the worst times of rush hour.
If you have a whole lot of layover time, be aware that there is bus service to Manhattan/Hermosa and it's free until the end of 2021.
However, ride share and taxi service has been spotty since the economy opened up.
Check out virtualglobetrotting.com to see who lives in our communities. Pick out the house you would like to live in and be gobsmacked that the rents on oceanfront properties range from $14,000 to $50,000/month.
It's ~ a 20-25 minute drive between Hermosa and LAX, except during the worst times of rush hour.
If you have a whole lot of layover time, be aware that there is bus service to Manhattan/Hermosa and it's free until the end of 2021.
However, ride share and taxi service has been spotty since the economy opened up.
Sep 6, 2021 | 11:00 am
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Sep 6, 2021 | 1:08 pm
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Are you looking for a dive? Shellback in MB if you are...on Manhattan Beach Blvd at the very end before the pier. In Hermosa go to Hennessey's and sit upstairs if you can...amazing views of the whole beach. Lots of beers on tap and great burgers.
Sep 6, 2021 | 1:09 pm
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Sep 6, 2021 | 2:43 pm
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Shellback looks like the perfect place!!!!!
Sep 8, 2021 | 7:52 am
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Feb 28, 2022 | 10:08 am
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If you are single and young, Baha Sharkeez on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach (about 3/4 block from the pier) is known as one of the best "meet markets" in LA.
Tower 12 restaurant/bar across from Sharkeez is also a hangout for boys and girls to mingle.
Unfortunately, the pandemic defeated our only beachfront dive bar, The Deck (renamed from The Poop Deck to comport to 21st century tastes).. It's undergoing transformation into a franchised bodega, which we don't need in Hermosa.
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Mar 3, 2022 | 12:02 pm
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I agree on Hennessey's.
If you are single and young, Baha Sharkeez on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach (about 3/4 block from the pier) is known as one of the best "meet markets" in LA.
Tower 12 restaurant/bar across from Sharkeez is also a hangout for boys and girls to mingle.
Unfortunately, the pandemic defeated our only beachfront dive bar, The Deck (renamed from The Poop Deck to comport to 21st century tastes).. It's undergoing transformation into a franchised bodega, which we don't need in Hermosa.
If you are single and young, Baha Sharkeez on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach (about 3/4 block from the pier) is known as one of the best "meet markets" in LA.
Tower 12 restaurant/bar across from Sharkeez is also a hangout for boys and girls to mingle.
Unfortunately, the pandemic defeated our only beachfront dive bar, The Deck (renamed from The Poop Deck to comport to 21st century tastes).. It's undergoing transformation into a franchised bodega, which we don't need in Hermosa.
I lived at two blocks from Hermosa Beach pier for 15 years. Hennessey's, Baha Sharkeez were my usual hangout with F.F.F.F. which is no longer. The entire Hermosa Beach pier area is a hopping place and enjoyed living at the neighborhood but never thought as "meet markets." 
I liked Hermosa Beach because it is a less known area for outsiders.
Mar 4, 2022 | 9:57 am
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I lived at two blocks from Hermosa Beach pier for 15 years. Hennessey's, Baha Sharkeez were my usual hangout with F.F.F.F. which is no longer. The entire Hermosa Beach pier area is a hopping place and enjoyed living at the neighborhood but never thought as "meet markets." I liked Hermosa Beach because it is a less known area for outsiders.
Yet, you're in the same market.
