The consolidated "What to do on a layover at LAX" thread
Jan 31, 2007, 9:36 pm
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Or...for a more esoteric experience you may want to head over to Venice Beach (as posted by bmxbboy) and Santa Monica pier. Lots to see...some normal(?)...some bizzare...might remind you of King's Cross area if you are familiar with that part of Sydney.
Feb 1, 2007, 12:06 am
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Warp your mind with a (sur)real Los Angeles experience, visit the...
The Museum of Jurassic Technology
9341 Venice Boulevard
Culver City, California 90232
http://www.mjt.org/
It's a short (8 mile) cab ride or you can take public transit there...
(check http://www.mta.net/default.asp for which buses will get you there)
...and it's in the Palms neighborhood, with all sorts of fun & funky little cafes within walking distance...
The Museum of Jurassic Technology
9341 Venice Boulevard
Culver City, California 90232
http://www.mjt.org/
It's a short (8 mile) cab ride or you can take public transit there...
(check http://www.mta.net/default.asp for which buses will get you there)
...and it's in the Palms neighborhood, with all sorts of fun & funky little cafes within walking distance...
Feb 1, 2007, 12:57 am
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You can make a quick appointment with a plastic surgeon or dermatologist and get some Botox injections.
Seriously, I would just relax in the lounge. Other than taking a walk along the beach (not very appealing to someone who lives in a city with better beaches) there's not much to do if you factor in ground travel time (and angst) from LAX.
Seriously, I would just relax in the lounge. Other than taking a walk along the beach (not very appealing to someone who lives in a city with better beaches) there's not much to do if you factor in ground travel time (and angst) from LAX.
Feb 1, 2007, 1:09 am
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. . . and, most importantly, if you are unwilling to rent a car.
Feb 1, 2007, 1:34 am
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So take the C Parking Lot shuttle over to the Transit Center and take the Santa Monica Big Blue Bus Route 3 or Rapid 3 to downtown Santa Monica
http://www.bigbluebus.com/busroutes/index.asp
and see all the bums and transients.
http://lavoice.org/article115.html
But don't smoke or you'll get a ticket!
http://www.smgov.net/news/releases/a...ao20061011.htm
http://www.bigbluebus.com/busroutes/index.asp
and see all the bums and transients.
http://lavoice.org/article115.html
But don't smoke or you'll get a ticket!
http://www.smgov.net/news/releases/a...ao20061011.htm
Feb 1, 2007, 1:56 pm
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Santa Monica Third Street shopping area is a good bet. And there is a really good sushi place across from REI on 4th Street. Don't recall the name, but the lunch specials for $10-15 are a deal. Nice park and view of the ocean if you walk West a couple of blocks.
Feb 8, 2007, 5:52 pm
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2 hours to kill at LAX airport
I arrive at 9:30 at TBIT (international) and am meeting a friend who flies into T5 (domestic) at 12:00. Any handy hints on where to hang out in the airport while I wait (I'm not looking to do an In-n-Out run)? I don't suppose there's any way that I can take a closer look at the Theme Building?
Feb 8, 2007, 6:14 pm
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This should hit the spot...
http://www.encounterlax.com/
http://www.encounterlax.com/
Feb 9, 2007, 1:19 pm
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As mentioned, transport is a big issue. Either getting to and taking busses, or the hassle and time of rental car pick up and drop off. I'd stay at the lounge I think. Otherwise, if $ no matter, take a cab and do as suggested -- Venice or I'd suggest Santa Monica and the 3rd street promenade. Not sure, but perhaps $40 or so each way for the cab.
Feb 9, 2007, 5:54 pm
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Moderator's Note:
There were 8 threads in the last year on this topic. I have merged them into this consolidated one which should prove helpful in the future
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There were 8 threads in the last year on this topic. I have merged them into this consolidated one which should prove helpful in the future
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Feb 21, 2007, 4:11 am
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can I get out of there?
I am arriving to LAX (int'l arrival) 11:30pm Wednesday and departing domestically 6:30am Thursday.
Let's add 1 hour for Immigration and 1,5 hours for check-in, it really leaves only 3,5 hours available in a middle of the night.
Questions:
1) Does it worth to book a hotel (money is not a concern) - my only concern that 2-3 hours in bed in the middle of the night will do no good other than disrupt sleep pattern.
2) I'd rather kill some time at the place which can provide 24 hr access to showers and access to food - is there anything like that walking distance or at the airport?
AX
Let's add 1 hour for Immigration and 1,5 hours for check-in, it really leaves only 3,5 hours available in a middle of the night.
Questions:
1) Does it worth to book a hotel (money is not a concern) - my only concern that 2-3 hours in bed in the middle of the night will do no good other than disrupt sleep pattern.
2) I'd rather kill some time at the place which can provide 24 hr access to showers and access to food - is there anything like that walking distance or at the airport?
AX
Feb 21, 2007, 4:37 am
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I am arriving to LAX (int'l arrival) 11:30pm Wednesday and departing domestically 6:30am Thursday.
Let's add 1 hour for Immigration and 1,5 hours for check-in, it really leaves only 3,5 hours available in a middle of the night.
Questions:
1) Does it worth to book a hotel (money is not a concern) - my only concern that 2-3 hours in bed in the middle of the night will do no good other than disrupt sleep pattern.
2) I'd rather kill some time at the place which can provide 24 hr access to showers and access to food - is there anything like that walking distance or at the airport?
AX
Let's add 1 hour for Immigration and 1,5 hours for check-in, it really leaves only 3,5 hours available in a middle of the night.
Questions:
1) Does it worth to book a hotel (money is not a concern) - my only concern that 2-3 hours in bed in the middle of the night will do no good other than disrupt sleep pattern.
2) I'd rather kill some time at the place which can provide 24 hr access to showers and access to food - is there anything like that walking distance or at the airport?
AX
IMO, I wouldn't book a hotel, you won't get any use out of it (especially considering the 30 minutes each way it will take to wait/ride the shuttle, and check in.
Unfortunately, LAX is pretty desolate at night. If you get out in time, you can do an In-n-Out run, since they're open until 1am.
According to Google, there's a 24 Hour Fitness next to LAX on Century Blvd... you probably could get a shower there (and workout)... I don't know if they sell a day pass... or you could pretend to be interested
Feb 21, 2007, 12:47 pm
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