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Sundrenched and bordered by surf, it’s no surprise that Santa Monica has its fair share of tourist traps. But there’s culinary gems to be found in this seaside city—you just need to know where to look.

With so much to choose from and a limited amount of stomach space, it can be hard to weed through the tourist traps and find the real deal. 

While Melbourne might be best known for its laneway bar culture, in Los Angeles some of the coolest hangouts are hidden sky high.

Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity habitat. To give you the best chance of clapping eyes on Hollywood’s rich and famous, we uncovered 10 of the top spots for VIP sightings. 

9 of the best hotels you can rest your head at in Tinseltown. 

You won't find LA's culinary gems in fine diners, you'll find it hidden down side-streets and unassuming laneways.

Throw on that luxury tracksuit and grab yourself one of LA's best brekkies with the early risers.

From luxe tasting menus to swanky sushi spots, some things are worth blowing the budget for, especially when it means hanging around LA's most star-studded hood.

The Grammy-winning superstar is teaming up with Airbnb to give fans an all-access pass to her world—literally—with an immersive “Short n’ Sweet TV Show” experience set in Los Angeles.

Bagels are a classic Big Apple staple. While you can probably find a bagel on the menu of every corner deli, here are our top favourite bagel joints in the city that are guaranteed to satisfy your tastebuds.

The suite escape.

New York is a state of great escapes, and Pam Hendry knows it well.

From terraces, to romantic pads and upstate treasures, we’ve drooled over some of the most incredible views and designs around the city to save you doing the dirty work.

New York City is coined “The City That Never Sleeps” for a reason.

Watching Euro summers through IG stories got you craving your own adventure? Lucky for you, Singapore Airlines just dropped its Early Bird fares for next year. 

The Coachella line-up just dropped, and it's absolutely bonkers.

Whether you’re into gooey Detroit-style slabs, floppy New York slices you have to fold in half or pillowy Sicilian squares, the city that never sleeps has a slice for every kind of pizza paramour. 

From Friends to Sex and City, the West Village has been widely portrayed in famous movies and TV shows for its charming neighbourhood homes. It also has endless dining options for the perfect meal out, here are our top favourites.

Calling out meat lovers! If you’re in the mood for some high quality steaks, you’re guaranteed to find it in New York City.

To understand Texas, you need to eat your way through it. And thanks to this guide, you'll know exactly where to go when you take the holy trip down to the Lone Star State.

Who says New York luxury has to come with a sky-high price tag? 

We always think you should take the advice of a local and bypass the tourist traps when it comes to exploring all the coolest things to do in a city like Los Angeles.

If you're not sure where to travel to, but you know you want sun, surf, and plenty of relaxation, we have a few suggestions to make that decision-making process much easier.

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Stockholm is sort of an archipelago city. Dozens of islands and little urban peninsulas divided by oceanic canals that freeze solid in mid-winter. Bridges are a big deal here.

The popularity of omakase, a traditional Japanese chef-curated sushi experience, has skyrocketed in New York City in the past few years. 

Midtown New York has made a comeback in the past couple of years, with a plethora of bars and restaurants opening that make the area a cool destination to go to.

Whether you’re after beachfront glamour with all the bells and whistles, or a budget-friendly retreat that still captures the magic of the islands.

Craving pasta? Burgers? Chinese? No matter what your cuisine preferences are, you’re guaranteed to find it there, which makes it the ultimate foodie destination.

This running rookie and his recent adventure of a lifetime are proof that a desire for positive change and a bit of initiative can take you a long way. 

Midtown has reemerged into a hot dining destination in NYC with a plethora of exciting new openings.

If you’re visiting New York City for the first time, or would like to be close to the tourist attractions, Midtown is a prime neighborhood to stay with popular destinations like Times Square, Central Park, and Rockefeller Plaza just a stone’s throw away.

There’s a reason why people flock to the markets of Los Angeles every week.

Searching for Aussie-worthy coffee in LA? We've got you. 

Head over the bridge for some of NYC's best fine diners and ground-breaking new openings this year.

Fancy waking up in Paris' most iconic historical monument? Or perhaps spend a week on tour with music prodigy Feid?

West Hollywood is the natural habitat of celebrities, influencers and reality stars. Wherever you go, from Starbucks to the local dog park, a famous face is likely to be lurking nearby.

Here’s 7 of the best bars in LA guaranteed for good times and happy hour vibes.

We all deserve to soar into the sunset as often as our jobs and lives allow, so this year, there’s a new plan of attack: staggered spending. 

It's about time you kickback with a Mai Tai in hand.

So brush off your flower leis, pack the bathing suit and get excited for some of the best things to do in Hawaii.

For many outside of the USA, the drawcard to Nashville will likely be several things: some might be set-jetting to explore the city so heavily featured in the show of the same name, others might have hopes of spotting Keith and Nicole, and more than a few are hankering for a night out on the famed Honky Tonk Highway—and while it can be all of those things, Nashville is also so much more. The city’s rich and storied heritage plays one part, while the influence from southern and northern states play another in what truly is a choose-your-own-adventure destination.

Hawaii consists of 137 volcanic islands that make up an archipelago that span 2400km at the centre of the north Pacific Ocean.

If you’ve never been to Hawaii, your knowledge of its culinary landscape might reasonably be limited to the humble poke bowl. 

For those travelling with a mini-me (or three), Los Angeles is a place packed with adventure for the whole gang.

So you’ve already been to the beach, strolled along the Promenade, taken in the sunset and witnessed eccentric street performers hustle for change. What’s next?

For surfing, swimming or sunsets—we've got you covered.

Outside of Italy, New York City is probably one of the best cities to find some of the most delicious Italian food. From pizzas, pastas, to tiramisu, you’ll never find a shortage of Italian offerings in the Big Apple. 

Boozy brunch in NYC is always a good idea. If you’re looking to indulge in some delicious food teamed up with unlimited mimosas or bloody marys, here are 10 of the best bottomless brunch spots in the city that you should add to your bucket list.

With 2024 already proving to be a banging year on the sports and events calendar, TWO4SEVEN is here to serve as your luxury, on-the-ground travel concierge.

Nashville, or Music City as it’s more affectionately known, is finding itself a prime position atop many a traveller’s international hit lists, and it’s not just because of the occasional Kieth, Nicole, or Swiftie sighting—but you can do that, too. 

We’re always manifesting our next adventure here at Urban List, and it's no secret that we love a sneaky hack to help us get going without all the fuss—that’s where the Australia Post Platinum Travel Mastercard comes in.

Craving a luxe escape but the cost of living holding you back? Flight Centre’s got you covered. They’ve curated lush escapes without the eye-watering price tag for any vibe you’re after. With flights, accom and plenty of great extras included at huge savings, this is the sign you’ve been looking for to take the plunge and book that next trip.

When planning your trip to the notorious Sin City, you can’t overlook the most important aspect of your whole holiday: where you’ll be staying. We’ve sussed out the best hotels in Las Vegas for you—and we didn’t just look at the rooms. We’re talking restaurants, casinos, shows, bars, and more.

Dust off your passport—Urban List Vacays has arrived. 

The city of Miami has plenty on offer when it comes to accommodation, if you’re looking to enjoy a truly authentic experience, nothing can beat the convenience and comfort of booking your very own Airbnb. Check out our hit list of awesome Airbnbs in Miami. 

Season two features a bunch of real-life and much-loved Chicago restaurants, from Michelin star and James Beard Award winners to bakeries and butchers.

Known for its steep rolling hills, eye-catching architecture, Karl (otherwise known as fog) and world-renowned landmarks, San Francisco is packed with endless places to see, things to do and of course, many delicious things to eat (and drink). So whether you’re in town for a 3-week sojourn or a whirlwind 48 hours, here’s everything you should see and do in San Fran. 

To get you wanderlusting, we’ve found some of the most extraordinary places to eat, see and visit around the majestic Hawaiian islands of Kaua‘i, Lanai and Hawai‘i. 

With such a jam-packed calendar of annual festivities and commemorations across their seas, we’ve teamed up with Hawai‘i Tourism Oceania to round up some of our must-visits to inspire your next luxe beachside vacation.

There's never been a better time to be (or indulge) a Disney fan with the Disney100 Celebration taking over the 'Happiest Place On Earth'.

It's decided, we're officially in our wanderlust era.

International travel is back in full swing, and you know what that means—checking into some of the dreamiest digs around the globe. 

Vacations are finally back on and we couldn’t be more pumped. Our bucket list has never been longer, and wanderlust is in full force. 

While the whole country is slinging tasty eats, should you be planning a visit to the country’s Baja Peninsula, you’ll want to carve some serious time out of your itinerary to check out Los Cabos and in particular, its delicious foodie scene. 

If solo travel to you means meditating on a beach and practising yoga every day, New Orleans might not be the spot for you. But if it means wild adventures, new friends, live music and eating and drinking more than any reasonable person should, then it is the perfect spot to head for your next escapade.