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On the Go...
On the Go...... FLYING OUT OF LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
On the Go......
On the Go
On the Go

Taking the Stress Away at The Hyatt We visited The Hyatt Regency private
Regency LAX club setting (nominal fee per night applies)
BY JILL WEINLEIN with concierge service, and daily Continental
breakfast, evening hors doeuvres and
After a recent renovation, The Hyatt desserts to members. It’s quiet, relaxed and
Regency LAX is now part of a growing trend offers great airport views.
of airport hotels becoming more upscale. Walking outside to the heated pool, I
Studies have shown that more travelers are learned it’s the largest pool of any hotel in
staying close to an airport before a trip to the area. There are comfortable lounge
make sure they make their flight. Traffic, chairs, cabanas, pool toys and fire pits.
long lines at security and delays are very My tour finished at the International sit
stressful for travelers. down restaurant unity LA. Chef Martine
LAX now has a new luxury hotel for welcomed me and showed off his melting
locals and visitors to enjoy before or after a pot of International flavors menu. The
flight to relax, unwind and extend a vacation. dishes are inspired by the Latin and Asian
Just steps from LAX Terminal 1, the Hyatt communities in Los Angeles. I selected the
Regency has a big heart. At the reception Drunken Noodles that are similar to the
area is a welcome bowl of apples. Guests dishes in Thai Town; Sticky Pork Ribs that
who take an apple and donate $1, the Hyatt taste just like the savory ribs served in
Regency will give 100% of the money Koreatown; and vibrant Carne Asada from
directly to JDRF, a charitable organization Boyle Heights.
dedicated to funding Type 1 Diabetes For those wanting something quick, The
research. Open Market offers fresh hot soups, ramen
Also in the lobby is Sir Hyatt of Regency and Pho. It’s available for guests and visitors
- an adorable rescue dog that is now the who arrive late or early in the morning and
welcome ambassador at this hotel. As a want a little something before getting into
certified therapy dog, Sir Hyatt’s tail wags their car or spending the night. They also
with everyone he greets, especially to provide LA-based products like Randy’s
travelers who need a little pick-me-up after a Doughnuts, and Delicious cookies for
long flight or are nervous about an upcoming travelers to enjoy before or take on their
flight. flight for later.
Taking a tour of the property with a The property offers 24-hour
friendly Hyatt Regency staff member, I complimentary shuttle that runs every 15
viewed a guest room and suite, before seeing minutes to every airport terminal. Guests
the amenities. Over 500 rooms are decorated can park $45 per night for valet and $17.50
in soothing hues with a pop of color for for self parking in a covered garage.
excitement. There are 20 ADA accessible HYATT REGENCY LAX - 6225 West
rooms and 23 beautifully appointed suites. Century Boulevard, Los Angeles (424)702-
All guest rooms have double paned sound 1234.
reducing windows, free premium Wifi, Hyatt
Grand Beds, turndown service, 55” HD flat-
screen television, full bath amenities with
bathrobes on request, Rainfall shower with
hand wands, coffeemaker and refrigerator.
Taking an elevator up to the penthouse to
explore the hotel’s StayFit Gym, I noticed
there were treadmills, cycles, StairMasters,
weight machines, free weights, and yoga
mats. Guests were working out while
overlooking the LAX runways and the
Pacific Ocean beyond.

Hotels throughout the country are
offering added experiences to their
amenities.
Consider Hotel del Coronado in
Coronado, California, where you can
unleash your inner artist.
They have a 90 minute painting class
on the beach, which allows you to learn
while your traveling. Only $85.00
additional to include in your stay.

12 November 2018