Dumb Mistakes Tourists Make in Los Angeles - Wolters World
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Date: 2022-02-04
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John
This comment doesn't quite fit the subject, but most of it does.
When I stayed in Seattle, I ate at Ruth's Chris Steak House mainly because they were integrated into the hotel I was staying at. The food was outstanding and enjoyed every meal and the service was outstanding.
Drove down to L. A. and the same thing, they really looked after you.
On a different trip I went to RCSH is Nashville and received quite different treatment. I was travelling solo and that seemed to make a difference as they were almost hesitant in providing me with a table. I eventually did and ordered what I always ordered a Fillet Mignon with that added caveat that it be well done. Just don't trust raw meat. They clearly saw this as unreasonable but accepted the challenge. The main issue was cooking time. It takes a long time to cook through a Fillet Mignon. The push was to get people in and out as quickly as possible and the staff were clearly anxious about this hobo. I was a trouble maker, one person with difficult requirement.
I eventually got what I ordered but found that my steak was cur in half to decrease the cooking time.
I was not impressed and it reflected badly on my Californian experience.
Needless to say I under tipped. They really made me feel bad.
Though it's not really important, I'm Australian.
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This comment doesn't quite fit the subject, but most of it does.
When I stayed in Seattle, I ate at Ruth's Chris Steak House mainly because they were integrated into the hotel I was staying at. The food was outstanding and enjoyed every meal and the service was outstanding.
Drove down to L. A. and the same thing, they really looked after you.
On a different trip I went to RCSH is Nashville and received quite different treatment. I was travelling solo and that seemed to make a difference as they were almost hesitant in providing me with a table. I eventually did and ordered what I always ordered a Fillet Mignon with that added caveat that it be well done. Just don't trust raw meat. They clearly saw this as unreasonable but accepted the challenge. The main issue was cooking time. It takes a long time to cook through a Fillet Mignon. The push was to get people in and out as quickly as possible and the staff were clearly anxious about this hobo. I was a trouble maker, one person with difficult requirement.
I eventually got what I ordered but found that my steak was cur in half to decrease the cooking time.
I was not impressed and it reflected badly on my Californian experience.
Needless to say I under tipped. They really made me feel bad.
Though it's not really important, I'm Australian.
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Kelsey
I just came back from LA yesterday and had a great time as a first time visitor. It was a solo trip and I lodged in downtown Santa Monica. I didnt rent a car and I got around just fine. Renting a car would have been pretty expensive and that expense doesnt include the $20+ a day parking fee I would have had to pay while lodging in downtown Santa Monica. I used Uber/Lyft only twice (to get to and from LAX. I mostly walked around while in Santa Monica. I took a tour of the city that lasted the whole day with a company that picked the tour guests up in Santa Monica (and various hotels around the city) and dropped us off back in Santa Monica when the tour was over. I utilized the Metro express train. I also spent a day with some cousins that live in Pasadena/Altadena (they picked me up. It was a fun trip. I agree that renting a car is unnecessary. I also agree about paying attention to parking signs. I saw meter-maids handing out tickets left and right in Beverly Hills. Greta video!
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I just came back from LA yesterday and had a great time as a first time visitor. It was a solo trip and I lodged in downtown Santa Monica. I didnt rent a car and I got around just fine. Renting a car would have been pretty expensive and that expense doesnt include the $20+ a day parking fee I would have had to pay while lodging in downtown Santa Monica. I used Uber/Lyft only twice (to get to and from LAX. I mostly walked around while in Santa Monica. I took a tour of the city that lasted the whole day with a company that picked the tour guests up in Santa Monica (and various hotels around the city) and dropped us off back in Santa Monica when the tour was over. I utilized the Metro express train. I also spent a day with some cousins that live in Pasadena/Altadena (they picked me up. It was a fun trip. I agree that renting a car is unnecessary. I also agree about paying attention to parking signs. I saw meter-maids handing out tickets left and right in Beverly Hills. Greta video!
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Maryanne
I love the fact that you brought up the nature because one of my favorite parts about living in the area is the proximity to nature and beautiful hikes! Everyone treats LA like its just a bunch of fake influencers when in reality its made up of so much more than that! Also I have to say that as a local Downtown LA is seriously underappreciated. Yes, there are sketchy parks to avoid but everything from south park and LA Live and up on grand to the Broad and concert halls is a beautiful city walk. If anyone ever visits I definitely recommend scoping out that area if you want to appreciate the lights and high rises at night.
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I love the fact that you brought up the nature because one of my favorite parts about living in the area is the proximity to nature and beautiful hikes! Everyone treats LA like its just a bunch of fake influencers when in reality its made up of so much more than that! Also I have to say that as a local Downtown LA is seriously underappreciated. Yes, there are sketchy parks to avoid but everything from south park and LA Live and up on grand to the Broad and concert halls is a beautiful city walk. If anyone ever visits I definitely recommend scoping out that area if you want to appreciate the lights and high rises at night.
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Teddy
Los Angeles - 5 things to know:
- it is 500 square miles of concrete where everyone and his auntie are trying to get their hands in your pocket.
- 'street performers' who expect a tip are junkies in fancy dress.
- if you are driving, it's at its best when viewed in the rear-view mirror.
- the Metro system is is a great way to get to Los Angeles Union Station, from where you can connect to the exceptional places that make the U. S. A. the exceptional place that it is.
- it's as shitty at night time as it is in day time.
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Los Angeles - 5 things to know:
- it is 500 square miles of concrete where everyone and his auntie are trying to get their hands in your pocket.
- 'street performers' who expect a tip are junkies in fancy dress.
- if you are driving, it's at its best when viewed in the rear-view mirror.
- the Metro system is is a great way to get to Los Angeles Union Station, from where you can connect to the exceptional places that make the U. S. A. the exceptional place that it is.
- it's as shitty at night time as it is in day time.
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22817hm
Great video and you make some excellent points. I've lived in the greater LA area my whole life and the thing I tell tourists a lot is learn the transportation systems. Learn how you can take Amtrak to Santa Barbra or San Diego for a day vs how you can take a cheaper Metrolink train to Anaheim to get to Disneyland. I also would advise you look where the Metro subway and light rail goes. The system doesn't go everywhere but it does go to a few well known places like the Santa Monica pier and the Chinese theater.
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Great video and you make some excellent points. I've lived in the greater LA area my whole life and the thing I tell tourists a lot is learn the transportation systems. Learn how you can take Amtrak to Santa Barbra or San Diego for a day vs how you can take a cheaper Metrolink train to Anaheim to get to Disneyland. I also would advise you look where the Metro subway and light rail goes. The system doesn't go everywhere but it does go to a few well known places like the Santa Monica pier and the Chinese theater.
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Daniel
Former Valley Guy here. 100% agreed with all the points made. Especially You don't HAVE to have a car and Check all SoCal Airports. For those unawares,
LAX=Biggest airport, all Int'l airlines, west side
BUR=Burbank, north side, San Fernando valley, Magic Mountain, Pasadena
ONT=Ontario, east side, San Bernardino Riverside, desert
LGB=Long Beach, south side, Palos Verdes, Port of L. A.
SNA=Orange County, Disneyland, Knott's, halfway to San Diego.
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Former Valley Guy here. 100% agreed with all the points made. Especially You don't HAVE to have a car and Check all SoCal Airports. For those unawares,
LAX=Biggest airport, all Int'l airlines, west side
BUR=Burbank, north side, San Fernando valley, Magic Mountain, Pasadena
ONT=Ontario, east side, San Bernardino Riverside, desert
LGB=Long Beach, south side, Palos Verdes, Port of L. A.
SNA=Orange County, Disneyland, Knott's, halfway to San Diego.
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cgirl111
My niece lives in Venice Beach and doesn't own a car. She does own a scooter and an E-Bike though. If she has to go anywhere distant she Ubers. I do believe if you're going to LA as a tourist you should rent a car. It does add some stress but if you have a lot of things you want to see car rental is going to work out better.
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My niece lives in Venice Beach and doesn't own a car. She does own a scooter and an E-Bike though. If she has to go anywhere distant she Ubers. I do believe if you're going to LA as a tourist you should rent a car. It does add some stress but if you have a lot of things you want to see car rental is going to work out better.
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Keith
I went from Dallas in January. My mistakes were bringing too heavy of jacket, that I never wore. Not packing sun block, or sandles, and renting a car. I didn't want to rent a car, but, um it was included with my air-fare. I still would have saved money leaving it parked and taking lyft and uber everywhere.
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I went from Dallas in January. My mistakes were bringing too heavy of jacket, that I never wore. Not packing sun block, or sandles, and renting a car. I didn't want to rent a car, but, um it was included with my air-fare. I still would have saved money leaving it parked and taking lyft and uber everywhere.
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Andr
For US domestic tourists, the 1st BIG mistake would be to fly into LAX. The better alternatives would be flying into either Burbank (Universal Studios, Hollywood, & Downtown L. A, Ontario (Inland Empire destinations, or Orange County/John Wayne (close to Disneyland & Knott's Berry Farm) Airports.
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For US domestic tourists, the 1st BIG mistake would be to fly into LAX. The better alternatives would be flying into either Burbank (Universal Studios, Hollywood, & Downtown L. A, Ontario (Inland Empire destinations, or Orange County/John Wayne (close to Disneyland & Knott's Berry Farm) Airports.
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J.
Went to LA just for the PTD BTS concert. I hitch a ride with a friend who rented a car and sometimes I use lyft and shuttle bus to go to airport and hotel. It was the best 5 days. Wanna go back next time but with a clear, well planned itinerary.
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Went to LA just for the PTD BTS concert. I hitch a ride with a friend who rented a car and sometimes I use lyft and shuttle bus to go to airport and hotel. It was the best 5 days. Wanna go back next time but with a clear, well planned itinerary.
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