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.
Sailing camps for kids is a unique way to get your kid out in the great outdoors this summer! Several local yacht clubs and recreation centers offer all-day youth programs in the summer. Beginner classes typically introduce terminology, boat rigging, water safety, and basic sailing skills. Advanced classes for older children build on that foundation. […]
With summer nearly here, now is the time to come up with Dads and Grads gift ideas. If you’re looking for something different to give on Father’s Day or a special someone’s graduation, then keep reading. We made it easy breezy with our list of 5 gift ideas to celebrate Dads and grads in Marina […]
It’s almost time to shake off winter and embrace some sunshine! Want to know what to do for spring break in Los Angeles? Read on for exciting spring break ideas in L.A.’s Marina. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group of all ages, there’s something for everyone to do in Marina del Rey. Just four […]
Join Team TBG at this monthly event that honors breast cancer survivors and supports newly afflicted patients. The 90-minute group paddle departs from Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Discounted rentals for participants available from Pro SUP Shop.
The Southern California Outrigger Racing Association puts on this annual canoe event in Marina del Rey. Courses vary depending on experience level, but all put-in at Marina Beach. The full Open Race (advanced) runs 11 miles, starting outside the Marina break wall and heading north to Santa Monica Pier on a triangle course. 8 a.m. start time.
The California Yacht Club puts on this annual summer sailing series. Boats race from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesdays, April 18-September 5, 2018. Watch from anywhere in the Marina that has a view of the main channel, including Burton Chace Park and Fisherman’s Village, or join Hornblower’s seasonal Sunset Cocktail Cruises on Wednesdays, which are timed to watch […]
Join Team TGB and Pro SUP Shop for this monthly group paddle event focused on breast cancer survivors and pre-vivors. Participants each bring one item that helped themselves or a loved one get through cancer surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. These pay-it-forward items are put into baskets and given to newly diagnosed women. There are always first […]
By Valerie Arias I consider myself up for most any adventure, but soaring 800 feet above Santa Monica Bay? Even I felt butterflies in my stomach at that thought. It wasn’t enough to keep me shoreside though, so a friend and I joined one of Marina del Rey Parasailing’s excursions. up, up, and away I […]
Heading to the gym isn’t fun for all people, so it’s important to identify types of activity that you enjoy. In Marina del Rey, the premier waterfront playground of the Los Angeles area, you’re flush with options that will keep you smiling while burning off those stubborn pounds.
This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a fun day in L.A.’s premier waterfront playground. Whether his speed matches that of an ocean-bound powerboat or he’s at home with a fishing pole on a pier, Marina del Rey will not disappoint.