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Hollywood - home to the rich and famous....maybe me one day?! !Hollywood is situated in the Northwest of downtown !LosAngeles, and is home to the ever thriving, successful and popular American film industry.

Many historic movie theatres are still present today, and often house the premières of the latest and greatest films that !Hollywood has to offer, as well as the venue for the Academy Awards. However !Hollywood is not only famous for its celebrity and cultural background, as it is also home to some of the best nightlife, eateries, and tourist attractions on the whole of America's west coast.

!Hollywood due to its acclaim as a centre for industry and its appearance as a city within a city, received official boundaries in 2005, being a rare exception for a district.


For the latest breaking !Hollywood news please use the following link:

- http://www.hollywood.com/

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PLACES TO GO:

- Hollywood Walk of Fame (http://www.hollywoodchamber.net/)

"Hollywood is home to the stars and to the most recognizable attractions in the world. Walk among the “stars” on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and bring your camera to capture the world famous Hollywood sign. For the best restaurants, the hottest nightclubs, the swankiest hotels and the most luxurious spas, Hollywood is your one stop shop."

- Venice Beach (http://www.venicebeach.com/)

"Venice has always been known as a hangout for the creative and the artistic. In the 1950s and 60s, Venice became a center for the Beat generation. Venice is today a vibrant area of Southern California and it continues a tradition of progressive social change involving prominent Westsiders."

- The Paramount Pictures Gate (http://www.paramount.com/)

"The only motion picture studio still located in Hollywood. Walking tours of the studio take you through the back lot, film sets, stage & prop departments. Also gives you an insight into movie making's special effects. These gates are perhaps the most famous studio gates in the world and a must have photo for many visitors."

- The Rose Bowl (http://www.rosebowlstadium.com/)

"103,000 capacity stadium that hosts the annual college football championships on New Year's Day. Before that over one million people line Colorado Boulevard to watch the Tournament of Roses Parade. Stadium can be toured for $3."

- The Hollywood Bowl (http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/)

"Pollstar magazine's Best Major Outdoor Venue (six years in a row!), the Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural outdoor amphitheater in the United States. The Bowl is a friendly sociable place where Southern Californians gather to picnic and enjoy outstanding music under the stars."


(Content courtesy of respective websites and HollywoodUSA.co.uk)

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PLACES TO EAT:

- Bella Cucina Italiana

"Come dine at Bella Cucina Italiana restaurant. Experience Southern Italian Cuisine at it's finest in Los Angeles."

- Geisha House (http://www.dolcegroup.com/)

"Looking for a little traditional Japanese culture and food? Then come to Hollywood's Geisha House. Combining Japan's popular sake bars and traditional Geisha Houses of entertainment, this Los Angeles restaurant serves fresh sushi and sashimi dishes while putting their own new spin on it."

- Café des Artistes (http://www.cafedesartistes.info/)

"French. Open late (until midnight most nights and until 2am on Friday), the Café des Artistes is a Hollywood favorite for casual French cuisine in a beguiling and social setting. With kitschy French posters and soothing melon walls, Hollywood's Café des Artistes also has a full bar and outdoor patio dining and keeps the Bohemian Bourgeois coming."

- Dakota (http://www.dakota-restaurant.com/)

"Fresh from the success of their latest Hollywood opening, Meson G, Tim and Liza Goodell are transforming the dining experience once again in the legendary/recently renovated Roosevelt Hotel with their new restaurant, Dakota. Located adjacent to the hotel's historic lobby, Dakota is a three meal restaurant that will no doubt become Hollywood's hottest new room."

- The Tower Bar (http://www.sunsettowerhotel.com/)

"Californian. Offering a swank lounge and bar dining experience, the delectable menu features California Bistro with Italian fare. Custom made banquettes fit directly into windows that showcase an unparalleled view of the Los Angeles skyline. Dress code is enforced."

- The Spanish Kitchen (http://www.thespanishkitchen.com/)

"Stealing inspiration from its legendary, Old Hollywood namesake, this modern day hacienda is the latest "in" spot for the glamorous crowd. With dimly lit, wrought-iron chandeliers and stunning servers decked out in period-perfect peasant blouses, the ambience is sultry and the authentic Mexican Cuisine incomparable."


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(Content courtesy of respective websites and LosAngeles.com)

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PLACES TO STAY:

- Four Seasons Hotel (http://www.fourseasons.com/losangeles/)

"Its inviting Southern California style and high-energy buzz have made Four Seasons a Hollywood icon for decades. Now a complete refurbishment adds modern Italian dining, a larger Windows Lounge, new pool, terrace and whirlpool. From balconies in sun-filled guest rooms to outdoor dining options, this is alfresco living at its best."

- Renaissance Hollywood (http://renaissancehollywood.com/)

"Each one of the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa's 632 elegantly appointed rooms and suites is designed to reflect the hotel's unique character and commitment to luxury. Mid-century modern artwork complements stylish, comfortable furniture. State-of-the-art communications facilities let business travelers stay in touch. And many 'green' features help preserve the environment."

- Magic Castle Hotel (http://magiccastlehotel.com/)

"In the heart of Hollywood there is a secret hideaway…a home away from home for travelers in the know. Completely renovated in 2004, it offers half a century of history, amazing proximity to Hollywood’s best attractions, and most importantly, the highest standards of customer service found anywhere in Los Angeles."

- The Garden Cottage B&B (http://www.gardencottagela.com/)

"Come enjoy our beautiful oasis in the city. This Garden Cottage will be your peaceful hideaway in vibrant Los Angeles, just steps away from Restaurant Row and Beverly Hills."

- Los Feliz Lodge (http://www.losfelizlodge.com/)

"Los Feliz Lodge offers hotel alternative accommodations in the charming Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles. Located in a quaint and quiet neighborhood east of Hollywood and on the border of Silver Lake. We are a short stroll away from shops, restaurants, movie theaters, cafes and bistros."


(Content courtesy of respective websites and TripAdvisor.com)