Los Angeles is reshaping its relationship with water and green space, turning scarcity into an opportunity for smarter, cooler, and more livable neighborhoods. From compact courtyards to wide boulevards, residents and planners are adopting strategies that cut outdoor water use, reduce urban heat, and boost local biodiversity — all while keeping city living vibrant. Why […]

Living car-free in Los Angeles: practical tips for getting around efficiently Los Angeles has a reputation as a car city, but getting around without driving is increasingly realistic. With expanding transit options, growing bike and scooter networks, and walkable pockets across the region, a car-free lifestyle can save money, reduce stress, and open new ways […]

Los Angeles outdoors: how to enjoy parks, beaches, hikes and microclimates like a local Los Angeles is more than an entertainment capital — it’s an unmatched outdoor city with beaches, mountains, rivers and urban parks packed into one sprawling region. Whether you’re a visitor or a local looking to rediscover the area, understanding the microclimates, […]

Los Angeles rewards curiosity: swap freeway stress for neighborhood wanderlust and you’ll find an endlessly surprising city of beaches, hills, food, art and surprisingly useful public transit. Whether you’ve got a weekend or a week, these practical tips and neighborhood highlights help you explore LA like a local. Get around smartMetro Rail and rapid bus […]

Explore Los Angeles like a local: neighborhoods, transit tips, food, and outdoor picks Los Angeles is a city of neighborhoods — each with its own energy, food scene, and hidden gems. Whether you’re visiting or rediscovering the city, experiencing LA like a local means mixing classic attractions with neighborhood discoveries, using smarter transit choices, and […]

Los Angeles continues to evolve into a city that balances sprawling urban life with accessible green space, a diversifying transit network, and a food scene that rewards curiosity. Whether you live here or are planning a visit, following a few trends will help you experience LA like a local. Greener neighborhoods and outdoor cultureGreen initiatives […]

Los Angeles is rapidly rethinking how people move. Electric scooters, pedal-assist bikes, and compact e-bikes have become staples of short trips across neighborhoods, offering a low-cost, low-emission alternative to cars. Whether you’re commuting, running errands, or exploring the city, micro-mobility brings flexibility—but it also demands smarter planning, safety awareness, and respect for shared spaces. Why […]

Los Angeles is a city of contrasts: sprawling freeways and intimate alleyway cafés, iconic beaches and tucked-away canyon hikes, world-class museums and buzzing street-food scenes. Whether you’re planning a short visit or looking to live like a local, a few practical tips will help you experience the city beyond the usual postcard spots. Start with […]

Downtown Los Angeles is reshaping itself into a livable, 24-hour neighborhood where culture, housing and transit intersect. Long known for its towering office skyline, the area has been evolving into a mixed-use hub that attracts residents, entrepreneurs and visitors looking for more than a nine-to-five downtown. What’s driving the changeA shift away from single-purpose office […]

Los Angeles without a car: a practical guide to getting around the city Los Angeles has long been known for car culture, but getting around without a vehicle is increasingly practical and pleasant. A growing network of transit lines, expanded bike lanes, dockless e-bikes and scooters, and a dense cluster of walkable neighborhoods make it […]