Fortunately, Los Angeles is about as cool as it gets. Take them to Hollywood Boulevard and let them explore the hand and footprints at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Get them into a studio for a behind-the-scenes tour.
For teenage daughters, shopping at The Grove, in Downtown’s Fashion District or on Robertson Boulevard will be worth text-messaging home about.
Pony up for a surf lesson in Venice for your son, and he just might thank you for it with a big smile. And if your 16-year-old wants to rent a Ferrari F430 Spider for the day? We agree with you; that’s an absurd request, at least until he has left the nest. Instead, let him fantasize about sports cars at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

Petersen Automotive Museum



