Tag Archives: Union Station
From Mariachis to Velvet Paintings—My Car-Free Tour of Los Angeles
When I get out of town visitors, I get the same question nearly every time: “I should rent a car, right? I hear there isn’t good public transportation in Los Angeles.” I get excited for the opportunity to explain that yes, LA does have decent public transportation and despite it’s shortcomings, it’s only getting better. […]
Labor Day Travels via Surfliner
I approached Labor Day weekend with no plans. I have had a lot going on, so I was looking forward to being productive around the house and relaxing. But then at the last minute, some friends invited me to Mexico for the weekend. My friends drove down on Friday while I was working. Now how […]
Metro Art Presents: Downtown Los Angelesland
Looking for a fun event tonight in Downtown LA? Well, look no further, because Metro has you covered! Tonight at 7:00, join Ambassador of America, Charles Phoenix, for a free presentation which explores DTLA’s historic landmarks, attractions and treasures. The event will be held in the Historic Ticketing Hall of Union Station. Bring a friend, […]
Thank You, Metro and LASD
A couple weeks ago, I wrote about an experience at Union Station where a Metro Sheriff made a sexually harassing comment towards me. I was blown away by the responses I received from that post. My blog quickly made its way to Paul Gonzales, Senior Public Communications Officer for Metro. Paul has been spearheading Metro’s […]
An Open Letter to the Metro Sheriff Who Sexually Harassed Me – UPDATED
You may not remember me, Officer, but I remember you. I was the tall blond woman heading to the Gold Line platform at Union Station during the evening rush hour on Monday. I was dressed appropriately for the office, in business slacks and a button down shirt. You were the Metro sheriff in his late […]
Bike Night at Union Station – Going on NOW!
If you are in LA, get your butt to Union Station for Bike Night, going on now! Stop by booths from serveral LA-area bike organizations for free swag (you too could get a button from the LADOT bike program!). You can also get more info on upcoming rides like CicLAvia and the LA River Ride. […]
Bike Week LA 2015
Today officially kicks off the 2015 edition of Bike Week LA. The week will see events all throughout Los Angeles that promote biking as a form of transportation, and raises awareness about bicycle and pedestrian safety. No matter in which side of town you live, there are events near you. There are a ton of […]
SuperShuttle vs. LAX Flyaway: Which is the Better Airport Shuttle?
Getting to the airport is never an easy feat. Fortunately, Los Angeles has many options to get to LAX. There are remote airport lots, if you feel like paying an arm and a leg to have your car sleep there. Or you could sweet talk a friend into picking you up, but that could result […]
This Sunday: No Pants Metro Ride 2015
It’s about time for my favorite, and probably only acceptable, event on the subway that involves a partial state of undress: the No Pants Metro Ride! Hundreds of panty-clad Angelenos will be taking over the rail lines this Sunday for LA’s annual No Pants Metro Ride. The ride begins at several different stations throughout the […]
All Aboard! The Choo-Choo Zoo is the Cutest Thing You’ll See Today
How easy is it to get to the Los Angeles County Fair without driving? These super adorable farm animals show us just how easy it is! Farmers brought two sheep and a chicken for a ride on the Metrolink from Union Station to the LA County Fairgrounds off the San Bernardino Line to show commuters […]
Hoff The Beaten Path 
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