Monday, March 9, 2015

Book Hollywood Homes Tours Of Celebrities

By Leslie Ball


Most people who visit Los Angeles have a desire to learn more about their favorite stars. Hollywood homes tours of celebrities offers them the opportunity to make this a reality. Making reservations is easy as many companies now have have online websites where this can be done. Comparisons can be made of different options available, reviews read and seats booked well in advance.

Vehicles of many different kinds are used, from small vans to huge buses. Open top vans that seat about 10 or so people offer an intimate experience. The experienced drivers often have lots of stories to tell that can give unique insights into the lives of people living behind the huge gates of the mansions. At the other extreme are luxury buses, accommodating large groups of people and lead by experienced tour guides. There are even party buses that can be hired. Hotel pickups are offered by some companies and concierges can help to arrange this.

Cruising around residential areas and seeing many imposing mansions owned by people like Tom Cruise, Simon Cowell and Lindsay Lohan is a unique experience. The idea that one may catch a glimpse of a well-known star is part of the experience and cameras are always kept close by. Looking into large luxury vehicles with tinted windows to see if one can catch a glimpse of someone famous often provides great entertainment.

When driving down Rodeo Drive, you will be able to see all the fashion houses where the stars love to shop such as Prada, Gucci and Chanel. You will also go past the Beverley Wilshire Hotel which played such an important part in the film Pretty Woman. The Sunset Strip is another destination that gives a glimpse into where the stars hang out and let their hair down.

Going to locations where certain movies and TV series were filmed is also enlightening. Find out more about the history of the area, visit the Walk of Fame and take photographs of the Hollywood Sign. Sometimes guides are even willing to accept certain requests to see what is not on the itinerary.

Some of these tour operators offer daily rides that last from two to three hours. Others offer longer rides that may last a whole day. Some operators offer extras such as being able to get into an exclusive Hollywood nightclub or a night at the world famous Comedy Club.

So many people want to go on these tours that it is often better to book a seat. Making a reservation online should be done well in advance but booking a couple of hours before departure is still possible. If you are unsure of your plans, you can just present yourself at a departure point and hope for the best.

Online reviews written by satisfied customers often give a good idea of what is offered. They often mention a particular guide and remark on his or her insight, knowledge and sense of humor. This can help make a tour special and it may be worth inquiring if this guide is available. Such a tour provides an entertaining, fun way to find out more about stars and their lifestyles.




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