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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 3:08 pm
Figured simply "California" would get attention. I love Ellen / Ellen Show. I want to go. Last week they announced tickets are available for new season. But looking at the site, looks like they take reservations for just next few months in advance. Or does anyone know anything different? Think I would like to go in the spring -- 'bout April or May. I've been to California once -- almost 47 years ago! (I've always lived in Chicago.) I have no feel or sense about anything California. So, weather-wise, is spring a good time to be there? I take it, I'd stay in a hotel near the studio where Ellen is taped. Is that area kind of a central location? I want to spend some time seeing probably the usual tourist sites -- other studios, Disney, Rodeo Dr., (celebs?), etc., etc. whatever. Don't plan on getting a car / driving. Most of what I've seen of California lately are the film clips on "Starting Over". I want to see it in person. Comments from the natives?
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 3:20 pm
Spring is a toss up. The weather varies here so much, it's often rainy in the spring time, I mean rainy. However, LA is a different story than Northern California where I live. Springtime is nice in Cal, well, what we get of it. It usually goes from freezing cold to way hot in a matter of weeks. In LA, visit Gromets Chinese Theater (everyone should go at least once to see the stars and put your feet in John Waynes feet) Visit Disneyland/California Adventure Visit Knottsberry Farm Visit Universal Studios. Drive through Beverly Hills and definately go down Rodeo Drive. Visit all the major shopping places just so you can say you did: Louis Vitton, Georgio, etc. Spring one day for a fancy lunch at a hot celeb spotting spot. And by all means, go to the beach. Take the bus, it can get you anywhere you need to go, and it's less expensive. I am sure there is more in that area to see, but I can't think of it right now. I will report back when my mind is less frazzled.
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 3:25 pm
This is where they film the OC. http://www.seeing-stars.com/OC/index.shtml The seeing stars sight might help you out also.
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 4:33 pm
Thanks. When would be the best weather-wise?
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Coco
Member
07-13-2000
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 6:41 pm
Hi Color, we met in Chicago briefly up in Kar's hotel room during the TVCH Chicago gathering. You probably don't remember me because there were so many people in the room at the pre-dinner gathering I believe. Also, I was known as Egbok back then. Anyway, I live in Southern California within a couple of freeway changes to Burbank where The Ellen Show is taped at Warner Bros Studios. As for the weather in SoCal during April and May, it's basically mid-70's with sunny skies and sometimes a cloud or two drifting through. Yes, we do get gray, overcast clouds and sprinkles and sometimes downright rain, but it usually passes through quickly. I'd say for the most part, it's pleasant weather with sunny skies. You'd only need a lightweight type of jacket, sweatshirt or pullover sweater as a layer if needed. Otherwise, t-shirts, capris, casual slacks or jeans are all you'll need. Along with a pair of good walking shoes! As for sightseeing and visiting places, there is alot to see in any direction you look, except you'll be stopped at the Pacific Ocean to the west. Escapee gave you a good start to look into for sightseeing. I'd suggest you get yourself a AAA Tour Book and start reading about all SoCal has to offer in the way of sightseeing and make yourself a list of "must do's". Let me know if I can help you out in any way. I know once Seamonkey discovers this thread, she'll probably offer her services as well.
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Nickovtyme
Member
07-29-2004
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 8:03 pm
My wife is from Modesto.
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 8:31 pm
Thanks, Coco. I remember you. I do kind of remember reading some place that you changed your name. Wondered where Egbok went. When I looked at the Ellen web site, I got the idea they make tickets available up to a few months in advance. I want to go in the spring, but it depends on the ticket. A friend gave me an Ellen mug. I ordered at T-shirt today. I'm getting excited. Only 7 - 8 months to plan and wait (all winter -- ugh)!! 'Xpects I will have questions. I'll ask. Thanks.
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 9:07 pm
nick, modesto is in northern california. i know, my mother's side of the family is from there.
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Coco
Member
07-13-2000
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 9:23 pm
You're welcome Color. I'm available to ask any questions that pop into your mind. You can ask here or even email if you'd like. And just know, if you'd like a TVCH friend to attend The Ellen Show with you, I'd take a day off from work with advanced notice, so keep me in mind.
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Colordeagua
Member
10-25-2003
| Tuesday, August 22, 2006 - 9:34 pm
'Preciate that, Coco. I'm comfortable on my own, but company is nice. I'm sure I'll be "talkin'" to you.
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Bandit
Member
07-29-2001
| Wednesday, August 23, 2006 - 8:05 am
I'm a SoCal native and I strongly suggest you rent a car while you're there. It's very difficult to maneuver around L.A. without one, as everything is so spread apart, public transportation is a joke, and cabs are few and far between and outrageously expensive. For example, I used to work in Burbank, quite close to the Warner Bros. studio, and aside from that....Burbank has nothing else to offer sight-seeing wise. The NBC studios are there too...maybe you could hit a taping of Jay Leno while you're there too. I've done that before, and it's fun. Burbank wouldn't be a bad location centrally to find a hotel...it's kind of in the middle of everything you want to see. Definitely Grauman's Chinese Theater, all the shops on Rodeo Drive, and the newly remodeled Griffith Park Observatory should be on your list of must sees. You can also catch a glimpse of the Hollywood sign from Griffith Park. Drive to the beach via Sunset Blvd for a pretty drive through the big houses in Beverly Hills. Universal Studios is fun, but it's expensive. They have an area there called "Universal Studios Citywalk" that is a neat place to go(especially at night) and they have shops and restaurants and whatnot...and best of all...it's free. If you're into rock n' roll memorabilia, the Hard Rock Cafe on the corner of Beverly and La Cienega is the best one I've been to. One of the original ones too, I think. Food wise, you must NOT leave L.A. without having gone to In N' Out Burger and Tommy's Hamburgers ("If you don't see the shack, take it back!"); both of which have multiple locations throughout L.A. I'm getting hungry just thinking about those places. Have a great trip, and if I can assist in any way, feel free to email me!
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Seamonkey
Moderator
09-07-2000
| Friday, September 22, 2006 - 7:18 pm
Don't forget Disneyland ;) I'm always ready to go with someone to the resorts .. and if you want more company at a taping, I'd volunteer to go too.. it would be fun. I've been to a Dr Phil taping and Zmom and I want to that 2 1/2 men taping last year when Janelle was taken there.
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Butrflynet
Member
12-29-2003
| Friday, September 22, 2006 - 10:14 pm
Color, have you given any thought to contacting Rhonda or Christie to see if the Starting Over folks are going to host another race for charity? If memory serves me right, it was held in the early spring and was supposed to be an annual event, not just a one-time thing. That's be a great keystone to plan a trip around. Bet you'd even get a few more SO fans to meet up with and join you for an Ellen taping.
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Zachsmom
Member
07-13-2000
| Saturday, September 23, 2006 - 7:27 am
Oh! I wanna go to the taping! I had so much fun last year when Sea and I went to 2 1/2 men. Depending on how long you are coming for, go to Long Beach Aquarium!!!!
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Zachsmom
Member
07-13-2000
| Saturday, September 23, 2006 - 7:28 am
Oh and Spring is good, so is summer, fall and winter 
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Jeneane
Member
05-18-2005
| Tuesday, October 03, 2006 - 11:54 am
Food wise you should try Canters Deli. Also a unique atmosphere and close to Farmers Market.
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