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Though the California beach community located in the Santa Monica Bay between Marina del Rey and Santa Monica has canals and was created as the Venice-of-America in 1905, it is Southern California to the core. Best known throughout the world as a setting for films such as SPEED with Sandra Bullock, BREATHLESS with Richard Gere and the popular BAYWATCH television series, this Venice has a long tradition and romance with the movie industry.
For regular folks who just want to see what all the fuss is about, weekends draw all sorts of unique talent to the 1.5 mile beach and boardwalk. Artists, acrobats and actor wannabees co-mingle and strut their stuff in the spot recently named by one magazine as "Funky Town."
Declared the "Skating Capitol of the World" in past years, activities at Venice Beach include roller blading and skating, bicycling, surfing, swimming, sunbathing, shopping, dining and sailing from Marina del Rey. If you happen to be in Venice in December, there's an old fashioned boat parade along the canals.
Located just 15 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and 30 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, Venice Beach is a great place to stay if you are seeking a location close to the airport within reach of many attractions
If you visit Venice in December, the canals come to life with a boat parade that lights up the waterways in a festive holiday event celebrated by the community. | |
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