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Venice Beach, just south of Santa
Santa Monica, is an eclectic,
funky, and definitely
unique
place where sidewalk vendors line the boardwalk selling their wares, many of the
items homemade; and street performers entertain the passing crowds by performing
their unusual talents. One of the most interesting times to visit
is during the weekend, when up to 150,000 people a day visit this exciting place
called
Venice Beach.
Venice Beach, California is a desired destination for travelers from all over
the world. It is unlike any place on Earth, well known for its artists, street
performers and funky atmosphere. It is a virtual carnival running year round
with free admission. With many
Santa Monica Hotels
nearby to choose from here are a few you may want to consider
Best Western Ocean View Hotel -
Located steps away from the area's finest entertainment, restaurants, galleries,
cares, shops and beaches. Shutters On the Beach
- the only luxury hotel in LA that is right on the sandy beach!
Hotel Carmel - Santa Monica's 1st hotel !
Huntley Santa Monica Beach - With a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, Malibu Mountains, and
the LA city skyline, this is defiantly a great hotel to check out!
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel -
Come to this luxurious beachfront resort hotel that overlooks the Pacific Ocean
from Santa Monica. Georgian Hotel - Featuring
spectacular ocean sunsets and panoramic Santa Monica Bay views.
Although
they pop up in many cities today, Venice has always been a mecca for the Street
Performer. The Venice boardwalk features beach side entertainment from the most
recognized - Harry Perry, Venice Legend- Guitar playing street musician on
roller skates - to the newest professional bum: 'The Worlds Greatest Wino'. They
work in the world of 'in your face' guerrilla theater. It takes the bravest or
most fanatic type of person to become successful in this venue. Many have staked
their very livelihoods on this form of live performance. Unfortunately after a
exciting performance of juggling, comedy and music many satisfied customers just
walk away leaving these jesters nothing.
Traveling along Ocean Front Walk, you'll meet dancers, comedians, musicians,
jugglers, weightlifters, skaters, preachers, artists in virtually every medium,
and of course the beautiful California bikini clad girls. Venice Beach offers an
insight into Los Angeles' beachfront counterculture that has grown with it's own
unique identity since the turn of the century. The moment you arrive, you'll be
immersed in the theme that is today's Venice.
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