DESTINATION GUIDE 2016 Hotels | Restaurants | On the Water Yachts & Charters | Shopping | Events Getting Around | Nearby Attractions Itineraries Paradise Bound Yacht Charters Celebrating 26 years of outstanding service Luxury Yachts Available For Any Occasion & Any Come sail on the WHAt’s INSIDE Group Size: • Motor & Sailing Boats • Photo Shoots 4 About Marina del Rey “Silver Eagle” • Camera Boats 10 The Best Hotels • Special Vessel Support and enjoy the time • Marriage Proposals of your life 14 The Finest Restaurants CONNECT WITH MARINA DEL REY • Honeymoon Cruises • Day Sailing visitmarinadelrey.com • Sunset Cruises 28 Fun on the Water #ilovemdr • Coastal Cruises 32 Yachts & Charters visitmarinadelrey • Fishing Adventures @marinadelrey_ca • Business Meetings 36 Shopping • Film Making @marinadelrey_ca • Commercials • Media Support 40 Events marinadelreycvb • Weddings at Sea • Anniversary Dinner Cruises 44 Getting Around PRODUCED BY • Harbor Cruises Marina del Rey Convention & Visitors Bureau • Catalina Island Cruises 48 Nearby Attractions SILVER EAGLE INTERIOR MANAGING EDITOR: • Whale Watching SILVER EAGLE Janet Zaldua, CEO • Bed (Yacht) & Breakfast 50 Visitor Information WRITER: • Scattering of Ashes Valerie Arias, Communications Manager at Sea (CRD #875) 52 Map ART DIRECTOR: Michael Kraxenberger The ultimate DESIGNERS: Kate Doll, 54 Itineraries Jorge M. 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Boat rentals are a fun location is just steps from its world-famous way to enjoy the water, whether it’s a picnic neighbors, Venice Beach and Santa Monica. lunch aboard a duffy boat or a high-speed And with easy access to major freeways (read: power boat that breaks out onto the Pacific. popular tourist attractions), Marina del Rey Skippered boat charters are another relaxing is minutes away from all the excitement way to see the coastline. Marina del Rey of Los Angeles. A visit to Marina del Rey can take you translates With restaurants that hug the harbor, be to new heights (literally) with a parasailing to “Harbor of ready to dine against a backdrop of open excursion that soars high above the ocean the King” air, luxury yachts, and sparkling waters. for some of the best views of Los Angeles. Restaurants like Beachside, Café del Rey, and City sightseening tours like Starline’s Hop-On, Whiskey Red’s offer expansive views of the Hop-Off takes guests to Venice Beach, Marina del Rey waterfront. Cast & Plow at the Santa Barbara and other LA attractions. Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey serves farm-to- Looking for an adventure closer to sea? table cuisine on its outdoor terrace that sits Marina del Rey Sportfishing takes groups directly across from yachts and a waterfront out on the Santa Monica Bay for a fishing promenade. Marina del Rey is also the only excursion. Paddleboard yoga is another hot place in Los Angeles to “Dock & Dine.” With activity that’s making a splash across the the public dock at Killer Shrimp Restaurant, Marina waters. Classes at YOGAqua are groups can paddleboard, kayak, or boat to offered weekly and continue to grow. their favorite meal (happy hour included). Want to dine on the water? Hornblower Ready to make a splash in LA’s Cruises offers champagne brunch and dinner premier waterfront destination? dance cruises weekly. Go to visitmarinadelrey.com. Marina del Rey’s waterfront location offers unique activities that visitors can enjoy year-round. The 22-mile Marvin Braude Coastal Bike Path that stretches from Pacific Palisades to Torrance winds through the 4 MARINA DEL REY DESTINATION GUIDE MARINA DEL REY DESTINATION GUIDE 5 25% OFF SIT ON TOP KAYAK AND SUP RENTALS! CALL 310.823.0048 FOR AVAILABILITY OFFER LIMITED TO ONE PER CUSTOMER EXPIRES DECEMBER 11, 2016 the perfect place to meet and eat. 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Here you’ll find hundreds of reasons Summer Concerts (Pop) 6:30PM-7:30PM to explore this urban beach community. Find your place in the sun. This is everyone’s downtown! 6/11 8/13, 8/27 Wednesdays & Fridays 5:30PM – 6:30PM SHOP | DINE | STROLL | RELAX DowntownSM.com Marina del Rey Waterbus OCTOBER 6/16-9/5 Discover Aerobics Class Family Beach Days Wednesdays 6/20-9/2 Marina del Rey 6:00PM-7:00PM Celebrate a New You! 10/9 JULY CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF SPA TREATMENTS! Halloween Haunt Marina del Rey Marina del Rey 10/29 Farmers Market 4th of July Fireworks Show Saturdays Jet Nails & Spa 7/4 DECEMBER 9:00AM-2:00PM full-service Spa & Nail Salon with FREE Parking! Marina del Rey Snow Wonder & Summer Concerts (Symphonic) ials • Massage • Mani • Pedi MdR Holiday Boat Parade Shore Fishing C Special Offer: 20% Off Any Service Over $30 7/7, 7/21 12/10 Saturdays Mon–Th 9:30AM–8PM • Fri & Sat 9AM–8PM • Sunday 10AM–6PM Marina del Rey 9:00AM-10:30AM Movie Nights Winter Wonderland 424-835-4032 • Walk-Ins Welcome! 12/17 4019 Lincoln Blvd., Marina del Rey 90292 (Corner of Lincoln & Washington) GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE 7/9, 7/23 “Make It & Take It” Marina del Rey Marina del Rey Kids Craft Class Summer Concerts (Pop) New Year’s Eve Celebration Saturdays 7/16, 7/30 12/31 10:00AM-11:00AM For a complete listing of events and activities, please visit beaches.lacounty.gov. Kid’s Corner • Waxing • Fa facebook.com/exploreMDR 8 MARINA DEL REY DESTINATION GUIDE twitter.com/LACDBH Photo credit: Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey Marina Ritz-Carlton, credit: Photo THE BEST HOTELS Hotels in Marina del Rey are known for two things: sparkling waterfront views and unbeatable value on LA’s highly desired Westside. From internationally recognized brands to boutique beachside properties, our hotels are competitively priced and located just steps from the water’s edge. Recent renovations have also kept the properties stylish and on-trend with new restaurants, open communal space and other modern touches. Foghorn Harbor Inn Jamaica Bay Inn 4140 Via Marina 4175 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.4626 310.823.5333 foghornhotel.com jamaicabayinn.com This brightly colored, West Indie- Nestled among breezy palms, this inspired hotel exudes a relaxed, family-owned boutique hotel sits tropical vibe, complete with lush flora, on Marina (Mother’s) Beach offering beachfront pool and 111 guest rooms expansive beachfront views for a and suites. Its signature restaurant quintessential California experience. and bar, Beachside, serves California Each of the hotel’s 23 rooms offers a contemporary cuisine and offers chic private balcony or patio, allowing guests outdoor dining on its beautiful outdoor to enjoy scenic views of the harbor. patio (fire pits, included) that overlooks Complimentary amenities include daily Marina (Mother’s) Beach with fantastic continental breakfast, wireless Internet waterfront views. access and LAX shuttle service. Hilton Garden Inn 4200 Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.301.2000 hgimarinadelrey.com The Hilton Garden Inn opened its doors in 2013 making its debut as a well- appointed destination for travelers. Features of this 134-room hotel include a full service restaurant, Marina Grill & Bar, a state-of-the-art fitness center, complimentary WiFi and inviting communal areas that include spacious outdoor seating with fire pits and a sunlit atrium just past its lobby.