By Anne Thomas
Long Beach
California
California
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SkylinePhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
Queen MaryPhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
Shoreline Park LighthousePhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
Aquarium of the PacificPhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
SHARKTOU at the Aquarium of the PacificPhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
Soviet Submarine ScorpionPhoto By: Long Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau -
Carpenter CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Long Beach AirportPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
Home of the Queen Mary, Long Beach California is filled with not only beautiful beaches but a rich history. The city offers something for everyone; shopping on the waterfront, fine dining, and a pulsating nightlife. Also, Long Beach is a short distance from Universal Studios and Disneyland, which is perfect for a day trip!
EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation in Long Beach, California and enjoy the wonderful weather and sandy beaches. You will start your journey by flying into one of three airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), or John Wayne Airport (SNA). Book your flight on EscapeWizard.com by using the following link: (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Long Beach offers a variety of hotels and accommodations for visitors. Visit EscapeWizard.com by using this link to book your stay: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Built in 1930, the Queen Mary is one of the most famous luxury liners in history. As planes gained popularity, the Queen Mary was put up for sale in 1966. Today, the Queen Mary’s home is Long Beach, California. You are invited on board to explore her history and majestic beauty. The Queen Mary offers daily tours, exhibits, shows, a spa and even a haunted past. You can also stay aboard in the ship’s hotel.
EscapeWizard.com encourages you to visit the Aquarium of the Pacific. The fourth largest aquarium in the nation displays over 11,000 animals in over 50 exhibits. Some exhibits include the Shark Lagoon where you can even touch some of the sharks, the BP Sea Otter Habitat, and the Tropical Pacific Gallery. While you are there, make sure to watch a 4D film. The Aquarium also offers behind-the-scenes tours, boat trips, and animal encounters.
Your next stop should be The Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Located in downtown Long Beach, The Pike at Rainbow Harbor offers visitors dining, shops, and entertainment. Some of the restaurants offer picturesque views of the harbor while you dine. There is fun for the whole family down at The Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Take the kids to GameWorks or to see a movie at the theatre.
EscapeWizard.com encourages you to visit Catalina Island. The Island can be reached from the Port of Long Beach. While you are on Catalina Island, you will enjoy island cuisine, oceanfront shops, or hike on trails through the island. Spend some time on the crystal blue waters on kayak, sailboat or go snorkeling to see the colorful fish native to the waters. Another beautiful island located in Long Beach is Naples Island. The Island is known for the canals that run through; you can take romantic gondola rides on the canals.
Don’t forget about the beach! Long Beach offers a number of water activities including boat rentals, jet skis and much more. You can spend some time at the Pier or at the Long Beach Marina. Or just spend some time lying on the beach and enjoy the sun’s warmth on your skin.
But that’s not all, there’s much more to do in Long Beach. Stop by the Casino, go whale watching, or visit one of the city’s museums. EscapeWizard.com knows you will have a memorable experience when you visit Long Beach. Click on the link above and book your next vacation in Long Beach, California.
EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation in Long Beach, California and enjoy the wonderful weather and sandy beaches. You will start your journey by flying into one of three airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), or John Wayne Airport (SNA). Book your flight on EscapeWizard.com by using the following link: (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Long Beach offers a variety of hotels and accommodations for visitors. Visit EscapeWizard.com by using this link to book your stay: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Built in 1930, the Queen Mary is one of the most famous luxury liners in history. As planes gained popularity, the Queen Mary was put up for sale in 1966. Today, the Queen Mary’s home is Long Beach, California. You are invited on board to explore her history and majestic beauty. The Queen Mary offers daily tours, exhibits, shows, a spa and even a haunted past. You can also stay aboard in the ship’s hotel.
EscapeWizard.com encourages you to visit the Aquarium of the Pacific. The fourth largest aquarium in the nation displays over 11,000 animals in over 50 exhibits. Some exhibits include the Shark Lagoon where you can even touch some of the sharks, the BP Sea Otter Habitat, and the Tropical Pacific Gallery. While you are there, make sure to watch a 4D film. The Aquarium also offers behind-the-scenes tours, boat trips, and animal encounters.
Your next stop should be The Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Located in downtown Long Beach, The Pike at Rainbow Harbor offers visitors dining, shops, and entertainment. Some of the restaurants offer picturesque views of the harbor while you dine. There is fun for the whole family down at The Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Take the kids to GameWorks or to see a movie at the theatre.
EscapeWizard.com encourages you to visit Catalina Island. The Island can be reached from the Port of Long Beach. While you are on Catalina Island, you will enjoy island cuisine, oceanfront shops, or hike on trails through the island. Spend some time on the crystal blue waters on kayak, sailboat or go snorkeling to see the colorful fish native to the waters. Another beautiful island located in Long Beach is Naples Island. The Island is known for the canals that run through; you can take romantic gondola rides on the canals.
Don’t forget about the beach! Long Beach offers a number of water activities including boat rentals, jet skis and much more. You can spend some time at the Pier or at the Long Beach Marina. Or just spend some time lying on the beach and enjoy the sun’s warmth on your skin.
But that’s not all, there’s much more to do in Long Beach. Stop by the Casino, go whale watching, or visit one of the city’s museums. EscapeWizard.com knows you will have a memorable experience when you visit Long Beach. Click on the link above and book your next vacation in Long Beach, California.
Hotels in Long Beach
By Sandy O'Neal
Holiday Inn
1133 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA
1133 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA
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ExteriorPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Banquet RoomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Deluxe RoomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
RestaurantPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
PoolPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Bar & LoungePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
BoardroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
If your travels take you to the beautiful Pacific Coast and you are looking for a perfect location to stay in Long Beach, look no further than the Holiday Inn. The hotel is conveniently located just one block from the heart of downtown Long Beach and nearby an array of things to see and do. If you are traveling to the area by air, the hotel is just 22 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport. You can catch a shuttle or taxi to transport you to the hotel. Check in is at 3:00 p.m. and check out is noon.
There are 134 guest rooms and suites spanning 4 floors. Non-smoking rooms are available. Room amenities may vary depending on your room choice. Typical room amenities include TV with access to in-room movies, work desk with lamp, coffee maker, and high speed internet access with wireless capabilities.
During your stay you can keep up your conditioning with a visit to the 24-hour on-site fitness center. The fitness center is equipped with a treadmill, exercise bike, weight bench, and row machine. After your workout, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool, or relax in the whirlpool.
You can enjoy dining & cocktails right on-site at the Clubhouse Bar & Grill. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner and offers a wide variety of beer and wine. The Clubhouse Bar is a great place to relax and hang out with friends while enjoying a glass of wine or beer.
If you are looking for a place to host a meeting or banquet, the hotel has 3 meeting rooms to accommodate your needs. There is more than 600 square feet of space that can accommodate 60 people. The rooms are equipped with state of the art audio visual equipment. There are sales & meeting professionals on-site to make sure your event is perfect down to the last detail.
The Holiday Inn is a perfect place to stay when you your travels take you to Long Beach. EscapeWizard.com makes booking your stay easy. Just follow this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
There are 134 guest rooms and suites spanning 4 floors. Non-smoking rooms are available. Room amenities may vary depending on your room choice. Typical room amenities include TV with access to in-room movies, work desk with lamp, coffee maker, and high speed internet access with wireless capabilities.
During your stay you can keep up your conditioning with a visit to the 24-hour on-site fitness center. The fitness center is equipped with a treadmill, exercise bike, weight bench, and row machine. After your workout, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool, or relax in the whirlpool.
You can enjoy dining & cocktails right on-site at the Clubhouse Bar & Grill. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner and offers a wide variety of beer and wine. The Clubhouse Bar is a great place to relax and hang out with friends while enjoying a glass of wine or beer.
If you are looking for a place to host a meeting or banquet, the hotel has 3 meeting rooms to accommodate your needs. There is more than 600 square feet of space that can accommodate 60 people. The rooms are equipped with state of the art audio visual equipment. There are sales & meeting professionals on-site to make sure your event is perfect down to the last detail.
The Holiday Inn is a perfect place to stay when you your travels take you to Long Beach. EscapeWizard.com makes booking your stay easy. Just follow this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).