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Jun 07, 2022
Thrillist: The Best LGBTQ Bars for Drinking and Dancing in Long Beach
From neighborhood haunts to karaoke bars and dance clubs, Long Beach’s queer nightlife is flush with options.
May 09, 2022
Eater LA: 18 Essential Restaurants in Long Beach’s Diverse Dining Scene
Long Beach’s culture is very much its own thing. . . . There’s a whole different vibe here, with plenty of good eats squeezed into Long Beach’s borders, from award-winning to quality…
Apr 08, 2022
Our Travel Passport: Long Beach, CA Travel Guide
Long Beach, California is about 45 minutes south of Los Angeles, right on the coast, and in the heart of Southern California, making it the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. It’s…
Feb 22, 2022
Daily Beast: I Left L.A. for this California City and Am Not Looking Back
Just south of L.A., there’s a city where it’s slightly less expensive to live, the traffic is not nearly as terrible, and the people are friendly.
Jan 07, 2022
Press-Telegram: Animé Los Angeles brings cosplay, fashion shows to Long Beach Convention Center
Anime Los Angeles swept through the Long Beach Convention Center on Thursday, Jan. 6, bringing anime lovers together to appreciate cosplay, see fan exhibits and even have a masquerade. The event, which…
Jan 03, 2022
Long Beach Business Journal: How is the convention industry faring, and where does Long Beach fit in?
Sherrif Karamat, president and CEO of the global Professional Convention Management Association, talks to the Business Journal about how COVID-19 has changed the convention business overall and how Long Beach is seen…
Dec 30, 2021
Convene: How Long Beach, CVB Came Together to Help Migrant Children
At the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center (LBCEC), it’s second nature for staff members to help out in whatever ways they can, said Steve Goodling, who has served as president and…
Dec 16, 2021
Thrillist: Where to Eat in Long Beach Right Now
In 2000, a USA Today report deemed Long Beach the most ethnically diverse large city in America. . . . Nowhere are these varied cultures on better display than in the city’s…
Nov 16, 2021
Fodor’s Travel: The West, Fodor’s Go List 2022
Long Beach may be well-known for its stunning landscapes, cutting-edge restaurants, and welcoming vibe, but spend a little time here and you’ll quickly understand why locals don’t want to leave. Perhaps best…
Nov 01, 2021
The Blonde Abroad: Ultimate Guide to Long Beach, CA
Affectionally referred to as “LBC” by locals, Long Beach is both a city and a beach community — making it an ideal weekend getaway in Southern California. It’s situated right on the…
Oct 01, 2021
L.A. Bucket Listers: An Inside Look at Long Beach’s Art & Museum Scene
The Long Beach art community has always embraced cutting edge artistry with open arms. You could spend hours roaming the streets of LB and still find an exotic new mural or public…
Sep 24, 2021
SFGate: Long Beach is where the classic Southern California lifestyle is still possible
There’s something magical happening in Long Beach, California. Here, you can eat some of the best Cambodian food in the state — and perhaps the country. You can bike for miles along…
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