Jack was our gondolier on a Saturday afternoon . Really fun time to spend on the water . Jack knew…read morea lot about several homes in the marina . Highly recommend gondola getaway for a relaxing afternoon . We brought a bottle of champagne to enjoy our voyage .

We did a sunset gondola and it was absolutely divine. Mason, the Gondalier was lovely and…read moreknowledgeable. Would highly recommend

Spent 2 nights on the Queen Mary August 14 & 15th with my wife. The ships has great history and…read moreyou are allowed to explore the entire ship. The employees were every friendly and their attention your detail is great. The hotel is great for being a 93 year ship. Only thing I can say that was never was the bed in the room. Mattress was horrible. They really need to replace or change out the mattress. Other than this, the stay was excellent. They did have a concert the weekend of my stay so they had to accommodate parking. But they did this very well.

TLDR: Would not recommend the hotel whatsoever, but would recommend the Royal Brunch…read more My husband and I elected to stay here even though we live only an hour away to make our lives easier attending the Three Pianos concert. We had heard concert parking was horrible and decided to make it easier. We booked the room over a month in advance and there was no warning given about on-site Queen Mary parking. A day or two before our trip, we received an email saying that there would be no on-site parking for hotel guests and we'd have to be shuttled to and fro an off-site location a little over a mile away. This was pretty irritating since the entire point of booking this and spending money on a hotel room was to make parking easier. We wrote back and expressed our discontent only to be met with a "sorry but it is what it is"...just more professionally worded. We got there to park and were able to get on a shuttle. Check in was fairly smooth although we were informed we could not control the AC and so if we needed a fan to call.As soon as we got there I called for a fan because it was 90 degrees and I knew I'd need one--the fan came quickly, but I don't like that you have zero AC control...that is a hotel room perk. The room itself was larger than you'd expect from a boat, and it didn't feel dirty, but it is is desperate need of upgrades. The walls were scuffed, the tile grout brown, toilets and sinks very outdated, etc. The bed itself was very firm, but sleepable and the pillows were fine. However, the walls, or maybe the door area was paper thin and we were woken up the next morning several times starting at 6:45AM with other guests who were so loud that it felt like they were in the bed next to us...and not in a sexy way. About 90 mins before the concert, we went to the Observation Bar for drinks and food. We were seated with the manager saying their "world class service would be with us shortly"...The service was horrendous and he and I are certainly not living in the same world if what we got is world class. She took forever and never checked on us. The drink options were limited, but when we finally got them, they were OK. I also ordered the baked brie that came out cold and the sliders were only OK. We never got to have another round of drinks because it took over an hour to get the first round of drinks and 2 food items. We finally had to get up and ask for the check so as not to be late to the concert and when they asked how everything was and we told them the truth, the manager essentially just looked at us and walked away. Super helpful! I saw many other servers scurrying around and looking helpful, so I think our waitress was just terrible...and living in her own little world...probably the same one the manager is living in. Later after we had left to the concert, my husband left the concert line to run back to the hotel and put stuff in the room that we bought and his key didn't work. So we had to wait for them to fix that which made him late getting back and we missed part of the early entry we had paid extra for. We called for a late checkout the next morning because we had the Royal Brunch booked for 11am (which is check out time) and we had all of our stuff, plus our concert stuff that we had planned on running out to the car, but couldn't do because they wouldn't let us park there. We were told they had no late checkouts left and to check it with the bell service. We went down at about 10:45 to drop off our stuff with the bell service and the line was ridiculously long and not moving whatsoever. There is no way we weren't going to miss our reservation if we waited in it, so we went to the brunch with all of our bags and asked if they could give us a table where we could lay out our posters, etc. A manager of some kind, Andy, overheard this and offered to lock up our items in a closet right there--he was truly one of the only helpful people in the Queen Mary. The brunch itself was delightful. The food and service were excellent and while I would never stay over at the Queen Mary again, I would certainly attend the brunch again if we could park onsite. Finally we went out to the front to get back on the shuttle in the blazing sun and the line was in the direct sunlight and there was no shuttle in site. I asked people who had been there how long they had been waiting and they said over 20 minutes. I'm sorry, that's unacceptable. You didn't give appropriate notice that we couldn't park onsite, the line is in the sun, and now people have to wait over 20 minutes in 90 degree heat to get back to our cars? I asked the person working the little podium where the shuttle was and he said they were coming every 15 minutes. I told him that was clearly untrue and he radioed them and one showed up about 6 minutes later. I would never stay here again. Too many things went wrong to waste the money. Stay somewhere else, and just eat at the royal brunch. Also, we were offered nothing but "free parking"...

Our girls loved the private back patio most. It provided a tranquil environment with a peaceful…read moretrickle fountain. Perfect for us to catch up during our little reunion trip. The free-standing clawfoot tub was so relaxing (bubble bath provided.) The walkable location has green, lush trees and is super safe. It was assuring for us girls to book a clean, quiet property with kind, unobtrusive hosts. They were invisible, but there... and never too far to address questions and allow us to feel cozy and well-cared for. Originally wanted to be closer to the beach, but we don't regret our choice for Casita Gundry. There's great cafes and breweries to walk to and we were able to drive to the ocean in only 15 minutes. The cottage is small (as disclaimed), but Casita Gundry is well-appointed and stocked with everything we needed. The hosts go above and beyond to provide so many extras and little touches that give guests a warm welcome. There is only one wall air conditioner/heater, but it's effective in making the small guest house comfortable. The beautiful private patio and front terrace are the only areas to socialize and eat, but you can't beat great Cali weather!

Casita Gundry is peaceful and homey with loads of character. Thoughtful decor without being…read morecluttered. We were working and it was ideal for rest and inspiration. Perfect location close to highways and Long Beach Airport. Very optimized use of space. Although overall compact, we were able to comfortably work on the large outside tables and inside on the folding tables. Attentive and helpful host. Highly recommended.

Visited this boutique today, and I really enjoyed the eclectic experience of the store. The owner…read morewas very sweet and hospitable. I bought the most beautiful scented candle hand poured by Glassell Candle Co. She also had the most beautiful postcard hand painted by her mom. What excited me the most was that she had clothing in a sizes. You should definitely drop by and I will do the same.

I cannot thank this company enough for their hard work and dedication to assist me and my husband…read moreduring a travel emergency. We had exhausted many, many options to resolve our problem caused by Covid-19/border closures. They found a solution. I heard of other travel agents faced with dealing with the same situation just stopped picking up their phones. I will recommend them to all.

Our trip was on a Saturday in September, 2017. This was a…read morewonderful way to spend the day with girlfriends. This is a vintage rail car (or 3 in our case) that has been lovingly restored to transport you back in time to when service meant people smiled at you and were happy to be of assistance and chat with you! The staff was lovely and Conductor Bill made his rounds to ensure all of his guests were having a good time. Our party of 6 was in the Acoma car. This group did not switch cars going up and back due to having larger parties. This perk allowed us to get to know our fellow travelers and really enjoy their company...'old friends meeting for the first time'. I know this won't be for everyone. I enjoy meeting people and could probably figure out a way to have fun with a box of rocks...that said, do yourself a favor, slow life down a bit for an afternoon and really experience the beauty around you - And drink some wine! Full breakfast with Mimosas was served on the way up. A delicious dinner was served with wine on the way home. My sister boarded at Union Station with a majority of the passengers, the rest of our group got on in Chatsworth - super convenient. We spent the day exploring Santa Barbara on foot. So wear your walking shoes. We shopped, we tasted, we sipped, we laughed at getting lost and we had an amazing day bonding with friends. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT - Great for groups of couples too!

This tour is a hidden gem that functions mostly by word of mouth so don't let the minimal reviews…read morefool you. Plus, it goes by Vino Train even though the website is LA Rail. 12 of us made the trip from LA Union Station to Santa Barbara. You are greeted by conductor Bill to enter this amazingly restored train. We rode on the Silver Splendor which has dome seating for great views on the road. Ticket includes breakfast (mimosas!, waffles, frittata, bagels and fresh fruit) and dinner, wine and desert on the return. The food was delicious and the service top quality. You depart early at 7:45 am (there are a few stops along the way, but you don't even notice) arrive in Santa Barbara around 10:30 am and have until 4:30 to take part in a guided wine tasting tour or go at your own leisure. We went on our own. Tastings are not included. It would be nice to have discounts offered, but it's also nice to have the flexibility of choosing where to go. Everyone really enjoyed the trip and would definitely recommend for any special occasion or for a nice day trip. Debbie is the main contact and she's great in keeping in touch and worked well with the changes I had and special requests (e.g. Sparking cider for my pregnant friend). Can't say enough about this. The train was full so they definitely have their business, but wanted to get it going on Yelp too to spread the word.

Dateline 4/11: Last night we tried out something new...The…read moreProgressive Dinner Crawl. This is a concept where you experience 4 different restaurants within walking distance of each other, for a single meal. The area we visited was the Downtown Long Beach Promenade. Our first stop was at a Mediterranean restaurant called Ammatoli. We enjoyed a selection of 3 fantastic appetizers and a glass of wine. In addition to really delicious food and wonderful service, we were impressed by the wine selection of predominantly Lebanese wines. What a great concept to pair the wine and food from the same region of the world! We chose the rose' and it was a perfect choice . The next stop was Ordinarie, a classic American hospitality tavern. Salad was the course...I had the Fig and Apple and Bob had the Grilled Caesar. Both were excellent! Service was gracious, they expected us and had our order ready. For the main entree, we walked up the promenade to Michael's Downtown. (This is the only one of the four that we have been to previously.) We had selected the Spinach Ricotta Ravioli and the Soppresatta Stracciatella Pizza, to share. Both dishes were amazing! Our servers, again, expected us, were attentive and friendly. The grand finale was dessert at Beachwood BBQ. We ordered the Key Lime Pie and Pecan pie. Again...delicious! This entire experience was really fun! We tried new places (which we plan to return to soon) and experienced a vibrant part of town that we don't usually visit. This was a Thursday night and every restaurant was busy with patrons. People were out strolling and walking dogs. It has a great neighborhood vibe! We heartily recommend you give this a try. New areas are opening soon. Yes, it's kinda a lot of food....but sooo good...and you don't eat like that every night! Lol! #progressivedinnercrawl!

Absolutely amazing! I didn't know quite what to expect but being a foodie I knew it would be right…read moreup my alley. The night consisted of 4 different spots with each stop progressing into the next phase of the dinner (hence the name). The experience was perfectly curated and flowed organically. It was such a cool and EASY way to enjoy a variety of tasty eats/drinks in the area without having to ask the age old question, "where should we eat?". Another added bonus, with it being an all inclusive ticket, no headache trying to split checks/figure out tip. Just show up and eat/drink! Can't wait to do it again!

I have now had the pleasure of experiencing two different Six Taste food tours and had the best…read moretime at both! I did the DTLA one for my 30th birthday with friends, and then threw a 60th birthday party with family and both were so much fun. Both guides were wonderful and fit right in with our groups, and the food was fantastic (DTLA was really special and I crave the pasta regularly). I was born and raised in LA and still find this to be so much fun and have discovered new spots each time. Highly recommend if you're from LA or just visiting - such a fun way to spend an afternoon or evening!

My husband and I had such a great time on the Arts District tour with Six Taste Food Tours. The…read moreexperience felt thoughtfully curated and relaxed, and we loved getting to try a variety of local spots in the Arts District all in one afternoon. Our tour guide, Sally, was wonderful. She shared interesting stories about the neighborhood and the restaurants, which made it feel more like exploring the area with a knowledgeable friend rather than a typical tour. The food was delicious and plentiful, and we even met some really nice new friends along the way. Our very first Six Taste tour was actually the Arts District tour back in 2016, so it was special to return ten years later and experience it again. Over the years we've also enjoyed their tours in Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Thai Town, Koreatown, and Little Tokyo. Every tour has been a fun way to discover great food and learn more about the neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Highly recommend!

Like a dream. Devour the decor. Friendly staff and great drinks ambiance and buffalo.read more

This place oversold tickets for the Mexico vs Ecuador game and they're not even giving us refunds…read more They want us to call our bank and dispute it. Some shady ass business practice. Why sell tickets if you're not going to let your PAYING customers inside?