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OLD PASADENA

Often referred to as Old Town Pasadena or simply Old Town, the Old Pasadena historic district in downtown Pasadena, California represents one of the most bustling commercial centers found within the Golden State. Considered the “Athens of the West” by historians, Old Pasadena hosted Andy Warhol’s west coast exhibition debut. Old Town has gained worldwide acclaim for offering an economically friendly home for industrial behemoths that include Aerojet, Caltech, Beckman Instruments, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

For guests of Holiday Inn Burbank, Old Pasadena offers a diverse array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

August 15, 2016

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BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN RESORT

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Known for its championship caliber skiing, Big Bear Mountain Resort represents one of the most popular outdoor recreation venues found within Southern California. In 2002, nearby Snow Summit resort merged with Bear Mountain to form Big Bear Mountain Resort. Olympic snow boarding gold medalist Shaun White spent some of his training time traversing the Snow Summit Westridge freestyle trek. The first snowboarding freestyle park opened at Bear Mountain during the early part of the 1990s. Transworld Snowboarding Magazine has selected Bear Mountain as one of the top 10 snowboarding parks in the United States.

Three peaks form Bear Mountain: Bear Peak, Silver Mountain, and Gold Mountain. Bear Peak rises to nearly 9,000 feet, making it the highest Southern California peak that includes a ski lift.

August 12, 2016

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WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL

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Downtown Los Angeles exudes unbridled energy, but perhaps no entertainment venue exudes more energy than the energy generated by Walt Disney Concert Hall. As the brainchild of world-renowned architect, Frank Gehry, the historically prominent architectural wonder offers one of the most advanced acoustical experiences of any live music venue found throughout the world.

August 10, 2016

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SuihoEn

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Guests of Holiday Inn Burbank that want to commune with nature don’t have to travel into the mountains or venture to the Pacific Ocean. Located in nearby Van Nuys, California, SuihoEn represents a nearly seven-acre garden that features three gardens in one location. Also referred to as the Japanese Gardens, SuihoEn translates into Garden of…

August 4, 2016

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LOS ENCINOS STATE HISTORIC PARK

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Southern California has countless large attractions that often obscure hidden gems that should be on your must-see itinerary. Los Encinos Historic State Park represents one such can’t miss gem. The park has so much historical relevance that it has survived several park closure measures proposed by the California state legislature.

Overview of Los Encinos State Historical Park

Located at the corner of Balboa and Ventura Boulevards in San Fernando Valley, Los Encinos State Historical Park is home to the preserved structures Rancho Los Encinos. The historical Rancho features the glistening famous nine-room De la Ossa Adobe, which is one of the most prominent architectural displays in Southern California. Visitors to this historic California state park also enjoy viewing the two-story Garnier building, as well as a pond, natural spring, and blacksmith shop. Established in 1949, the historic state park covers nearly five acres of pristine landscape. In fact, guests of Holiday Inn Burbank that want to absorb the natural splendors of Southern California, yet do so in relative solitude, should consider visiting Los Encinos State Historic Park.

August 2, 2016

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JET PROPULSION LABORATORY

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jpl You don’t have to travel into Hollywood to immerse yourself in the magic of space flight. In fact, you can avoid the long lines by traveling less than a dozen miles east from Holiday Inn Burbank to the outskirts of Pasadena, California.

Welcome to the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).

July 28, 2016

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THE COMEDY STORE

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For Holiday Inn Burbank guests that have an incurable bout with laughter, we recommend one attraction that satisfies your funny bone needs. Opened in April of 1972 by comedians Rudy DeLuca and Sammy Shore, The Comedy Store has represented the launching pad of the most popular stand-up comedians ever to grace a live stage. The Comedy Club operates a second location in La Jolla, California.

July 25, 2016

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EL CAPITAN THEATER

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Where’s the best venue to catch the latest Walt Disney flicks? You probably think one of Disney’s theme parks fits the screening bill. However, a fully restored movie palace located at 6838 Hollywood Boulevard represents the best movie-screening venue in Southern California for Walt Disney movies.

July 21, 2016

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SUNSET RANCH HOLLYWOOD

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Are you looking to get away from it all, but want to stay close to Holiday Inn Burbank? The best option for losing yourself among Mother Nature doesn’t require a long trip to Big Bear Mountain or Joshua Tree Monument. Located a few miles south of our hotel, Griffith Park offers our guests an opportunity to commune with nature on the back of a majestic horse.

Sunset Ranch Hollywood represents a hidden Southern California gem that enhances your physical stature and more important, your peace of mind.

July 19, 2016

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CHINATOWN LOS ANGELES

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When anyone mentions Chinatown, the first place that pops into our minds is the City by the Bay, San Francisco. Although San Francisco boasts the most prominent Chinatown found in the United States, Los Angeles lays claim to the oldest and most diverse Chinatown in America. Dedicated in 1938 by California Governor Merriam, the Los Angeles Chinatown paved the way for native Chinese to create micro-communities within the largest American cities

We strongly encourage guests at Holiday Inn Burbank to devote an entire day to exploring the fascinating world of Chinatown Los Angeles.

July 17, 2016

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