Most visitors to Los Angeles have at least a glimmer of hope that they’ll have a celebrity sighting. In the entertainment capital of the world, it’s likely you can catch a glimpse of someone in the “business.” Whether or not you run into someone with star quality, you can still immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and experience the city like a true celebrity chaser. Below are some iconic landmarks that are must-see when you visit L.A. that also offer opportunities for spotting stars. Hollywood Walk of Fame Stretching for 1.3 miles along Hollywood Boulevard, the Hollywood Walk of Fame is an iconic sidewalk. It’s embedded with more than 2,700 brass stars honoring celebrities from film, television,
Exercise Charity Event in West Hollywood
November 7, 2017
We’ve Got the Perfect Exercise Charity Event For You in West Hollywood! ——————————– We get that vacation is often for relaxation and to have some well deserved “me” time – but if you find yourself in Los Angeles on the 11th of November and wanting to do a little something for others we have the perfect event for you to pop into. Los Angeles is really good for a handful of experiences that make our city so unique. Some of these include celebrity sightings, fitness classes, and surprisingly enough – giving back. If you find yourself needing a sweat session you may want to stop into Training Mate, the HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) gym that was recently voted West
Book Your Los Angeles Summer Vacations Now
April 5, 2017
It’s that time of year when Glitterati Tours reminds potential visitors to book their Los Angeles summer vacations NOW! As mentioned in previous posts, tourism across the United States, as of now, is very hard to predict. Analysts have noted noticeable cancelations or a slow-down in pre-bookings from some of our biggest markets, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In some cases, this also coincides with a strong dollar, with other world-wide destinations offering up a bigger bang for the buck for travelers. There’s no way to know what summer will bring? It has certainly been an erratic calendar since November. Even this last month, we had the opposite in scheduling as March came in like a lamb and
Oscar Parties in Hollywood and Beverly Hills
February 14, 2017
It’s that time of year when actors and actresses survive on a lima bean per day to look their best for the Academy Awards and the many Oscar parties in Hollywood and Beverly Hills. The actual ceremony is on Sunday, February 26, 2017, but look for events all week long. Slim to none, you’ll get close to your favorite stars on Hollywood Blvd, as seating in the bleachers for the red carpet arrivals is already maxed out with their online lottery to fill approximately 700 seats. Security is extremely tight in the general area of the Dolby Theatre, with road closures blocks away on each side of the venue. Because the Governors Ball takes place just above the Dolby, this
Hollywood Walk of Fame Upcoming Ceremonies
January 18, 2017
We often say celebrity sightings in Hollywood and Beverly Hills can be very hit and miss. Some may see a dozen A-listers within 5 hours of being in our city, while others could be here a week and not see a single celeb. A guaranteed celebrity sighting is always at the Hollywood Walk of Fame upcoming ceremonies. Not only do you get the recipient of this honor, but you also get the many movie and TV stars showing up to honor the Walk of Fame recipient. Here’s a HUGE upcoming ceremony: Thursday, January 19th, 2017 Producer/ Directer Brett Ratner will receive the 2,599th star on the Walk of Fame, at 1130AM in the Motion Pictures category at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard
Catch Restaurant in West Hollywood for Celebrity Sightings
November 4, 2016
Catch Restaurant in West Hollywood has only been open a month, but has already solidified itself as a favorite for the A-Lister celebrity crowd. It sits at the corner of San Vicente and Melrose, just south of the beautiful West Hollywood Library, and across the street from The Pacific Design Center. A host or hostess greets you on the lower level entrance and escorts you to the rooftop bar and restaurant. The decor and ambiance are very inviting, especially during sunsets. The menu is eclectic with a focus on sushi and seafood. We recently had a fantastic sample of their offerings, including the roasted beet salad, and their jumbo shrimp from the cold menu. We also had their Tartare Trio
Visit a Great SteakHouse in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles
September 25, 2016
A big part of our job at Glitterati Tours of L.A. is acting as a concierge on wheels for the best that our city has to offer. Forget what you’ve heard —not all native Angelenos (Los Angeles natives) live on kale, celery, and wheat germ. We eat and drink everything! Proof of this is that there’s a gym on every corner, and our hills are dotted with fantastic hiking trails. A good steakhouse in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles can be found everywhere. Looking for a steakhouse in Beverly Hills or L.A.? Here’s a handful of our favorites: Mastro’s Steakhouse in Beverly Hills. Fantastic spot for A-Listers. A favorite for paparazzi, for famous celebrities like Mariah Carey are frequent visitors at
Book Your Los Angeles and Beverly Hills Tours Now for Summer
April 7, 2016
Glitterati Tours just finished up a record breaking Spring Break for Beverly Hills tours and private excursions around Los Angeles. As a smaller tour company with a #1 rating on TripAdvisor for Activities and Tours, we were swamped with requests. There was many days in March that we weren’t able to accommodate the large number of last minute requests for private Beverly Hills tours. A reminder that we work not only with guest referrals, but also VIP agents, travel agents, and of course, our LACA (Los Angeles Concierge Association). Quite a few bookings come from these 5-star hotels throughout Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, as well as several beach properties down in Santa Monica. While this post is somewhat
Glitterati Tours of Beverly Hills Booking Now for Spring
January 24, 2016
El Nino has yet to make an impact on tours of Beverly Hills and other activities throughout Southern California. The northern section of our state has taken the brunt of weather, including the much-needed snow pack in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Some forecasters and meteorologists are still predicting a late in the season rainy period for LA. Rain or shine, the upcoming months are some of the most popular for visitors coming to our city. With Easter on Sunday, March 27th, expect most spring breaks to occur two weeks prior or after this holiday. We always lay out reminders for anyone planning a vacation to book everything sooner that later during peak periods. This should include, show tickets, TV
Runyon Canyon in Los Angeles
July 31, 2015
Runyon Canyon is one of many outdoor recreational areas spread out along the hills above Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Thousands of locals and visitors daily take advantage of the hiking trails throughout Runyon Canyon to exercise and take in some of the best views of Hollywood. From its many peaks, a visitor can see Downtown Los Angeles, the Pacific Ocean, the San Gabriel Mountain Range, Century City, and landmarks such as The Dolby Theatre and Capitol Records. Runyon Canyon has over 160 acres accessible from Vista or Fuller on the Hollywood side (or enter through Wattles mansion and gardens via a back foot path). From the north side, one can enter via Mulholland Drive. Parking can be tough, especially on
