Where to accidentally-on-purpose run into Hollywood's stars
Ben Stiller at the lift, David Beckham by the pool. Andrew Hornery bumps into A-listers everywhere he turns in LA.
Going Solo: What it's really like to fly the Millennium Falcon
It's not often you get to live out one of your childhood fantasies. Yet here I am, ready to make the jump to lightspeed.
The best places to eat in West Hollywood
Where to find wicked bento and quirky cocktails in this buzzing neighbourhood renowned for its nightlife.
Airline review: New premium class is close to business, without the price tag
Delta Premium Select class seats don't come cheap, but they are well worth considering.
Airport review: It's not just good – it's great
LAX's nine terminals range from the sublime to the ridiculous.
New LA hotel offers sublime grandeur without pretension
From the foyer, to the rooms, to the pool, to the rooftop bar, you are ensconced in sophisticated, upscale luxe.
Expat insights: What to do and see in Venice, LA
Need to cross town in the afternoon? Forget it and have a cocktail instead.
Airline review: Not a great deal of room to manoeuvre
Precious space is invaded when the man sitting in front of me flings back his seat, almost hitting me in the face as I peruse my screen.
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Sky-scraping palm trees line Hollywood's shimmering boulevards as sun-drenched LA's pace takes on a more relaxed tone compared to a big city's usual hustle and bustle. It's star-studded locals flock to its renowned surf beaches via classic routes and highways. Ignore its tarnished reputation - this cultural mish-mash, its gleaming malls, and its ability to reinvent itself makes LA a truly fascinating Californian metropolis.
