MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

5 Reasons to Visit MDR for the Holidays

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With the holiday season around the corner, some of you may be planning a getaway. Or if you’re local, you might have out-of-town family and friends visiting Los Angeles. Whether it’s a day trip, overnight stay or weekend getaway, here are 5 reasons to visit MDR during the festive holiday season.     

Public Whale Watching Tour

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Marina del Rey opens onto Santa Monica Bay, a pass-through for grey whales and humpbacks on their annual migration. December through March offers the best whale-watching, although the trips run year-round as an opportunity to look for dolphins and many other types of sea life and sea birds. Departs daily at 10 a.m. and an […]

FIVE MARINA MOTHER’S BEACH ACTIVITIES

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If you’re planning a beach day in Los Angeles, then check out five Marina “Mother’s” Beach activities you can do any time of year. With nearly 300 days of sunshine, Marina del Rey’s popular beach is loved by locals and visitors alike. The cove’s lack of surf make it ideal for families with young kids […]

Tips for a Fun Family Getaway in Marina del Rey

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A family getaway in Marina del Rey is boatloads of fun! We rounded up tips from local bloggers who’ve experienced Marina del Rey as a family vacation spot. Here, they share advice on how to enjoy Marina del Rey with the fam bam. What’s there to do with kids in tow? Are restaurants family-friendly? Luckily, […]