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Destination Los Angeles & Southern California

What You Need to Know about Los Angeles & Southern California Student Youth Trip

Welcome to La-La Land! Hollywood may have its glam, but southern California is so much more than celebrity sightings! Mild temperatures and endless sunshine help give the laid back vibe of the California coast!

Why Travel Here?

What better way to spend the day than soaking up the sunshine at one of the many sites around LA. Hollywood glam may be an initial draw, but the beauty of LA is more than skin deep. Walk the coastline dipping your toes in the Pacific ocean and take in the sights in Santa Monica. Learn all about movie magic with a backstage tour at Universal or Warner Brothers studio. Stand in awe of the Hollywood sign atop the hill of the Griffith Observatory or enjoy any number of theme parks from Disneyland to Universal, Knott’s Berry Farm to Six Flags. Groups can take in a show, have tickets to the symphony or attend a sporting event.

For performing groups, the stages in Los Angeles are endless. Group Travel Network is proud to be a tour operator specializing in the Rose Parade coordination. The coveted invitation to the Rose Parade in Pasadena is often considered a highlight of the career of a band director and we’re proud to work with our clients every step of the way.

The image shows the iconic Hollywood sign in Los Angeles, set against a clear blue sky. The large white letters spell "HOLLYWOOD" and are situated on a hilly, dry landscape with some greenery in the foreground.
A Ferris wheel at dusk with bright, colorful lights, featuring a large, smiling Mickey Mouse face at its center. The night sky is clear, and the lights reflect on the water below, creating a festive atmosphere.
A colorful dragon-shaped float adorned with flowers is parading down a street. Crowds line the street, and the Norton Simon Museum is visible in the background with trees and mountains on a clear day.
A large metal globe with the words "UNIVERSAL STUDIOS" mounted on it, surrounded by mist and fountains. Palm trees and tall buildings are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
A modern building with curved, metallic surfaces reflecting light in various shades of silver and blue against a clear sky. The structure features dynamic, sculptural forms and large glass panels at street level.

Go - See - Do!

  • Disneyland

  • Santa Monica Pier

  • Griffith Observatory

  • Dodger Stadium

  • Hollywood Walk of Fame

  • Hollywood Bowl

  • LA Live

  • So-Fi Stadium

  • Rose Parade in Pasadena

  • Universal Studios

  • Warner Brothers Studios

Destinations Best For:

Senior trips, adventure trips, family trips, education, dance, music, study, art, history, cultural trips, parades.

Performance options to consider: Theme parks, festivals, parades, shopping centers, concert venues.