1st time in America...LA. Would appreciate some advice......

Hi, my cousin and I are visiting LA for 12 days in July (1st time %26#39;state-side%26#39;). We%26#39;ve only booked our flights as we can%26#39;t decide where%26#39;s best to stay. We%26#39;re both 29, enjoy nightlife and seeing the sights. We%26#39;re also on a budget (she%26#39;s a teacher, I%26#39;m a nurse!!) We%26#39;d love somewhere by the beach...are there any little %26#39;cheap%26#39; gems around, and do we really need a car? Should we stay a few days in different locations? Also, are there any guest lists to any good clubs we should try and get on.... All these questions! Finally...what%26#39;s the average temperature there mid July? We from Ireland, so rarely see the sun (';,)

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thankyou.

Janine

1st time in America...LA. Would appreciate some advice......

What is the budget? Santa Monica/beach is expensive, but there are some deals to be found - however they book up very quickly and it might be too late for a July room (Sea Shore, Hotel Carmel, Cal Mar - but try priceline.com for a SM hotel like the 3* Delfina). There are lots of other spots in town that have great deals (Beverly Terrace, Elan, Orchid Suites, Celebrity Hollywood)

Temp is usually around 80, expect overcast in the morning, it burns off by about noon.

Yes, you need a car - please see the FAQs at the top of the Los Angeles forums. As for guest lists, I%26#39;m sure Alex will offer his help.