FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Top 5: Places to Get Your Chocolate Fix in Los Angeles

by Akhil Kalepu

Feb 13, 2015

Compartes Chocolatier, Hollywood, California © Ricardo Diaz | Flickr

North America
See's Candy © Upupa4me | Flickr

See’s Candy © Upupa4me | Flickr

Fill up on chocolate at one of Los Angeles’ gourmet chocolate shops.

 

See’s Candy

Sample the iconic See’s Candy and create a customized one-pound sampler. Each location offers a free daily sample and an astounding array of white, milk and dark chocolate and candies. This iconic California confectionary is known around the world and often features holiday deals and limited edition flavors.

 

Compartes Chocolatier

For artisanal designed chocolates, stop by Compartes Chocolatier in Hollywood. The shop has been perfecting the art of chocolate and offers gourmet flavors, such as goji berry and passion fruit. The presentation of these treats make them almost too beautiful to eat.

 

John Kelly Chocolates

Try John Kelly Chocolates for a consistently mouthwatering treat. Be sure to taste their famous sea salt-sprinkled truffles or decadent truffle fudge. John Kelly Chocolates has two locations: one in Santa Monica and one in Los Angeles.

 

Mignon Chocolate

Visit Mignon Chocolate in Old Town Pasadena to sample exciting new flavors that are trendy without being gimmicky. Mignon still relies on its 1935 family recipe and seamlessly combines old charm with enticing ingredients.

 

ChocoVivo’s

Stop by ChocoVivo’s store in Culver City on Mondays to witness the chocolate making — bean to bar. The confectionary offers an impressive assortment of chocolate bars, as well as gourmet drinking chocolates. ChocoVivo, founded by Patiricia Tsai, is L.A’s only bean-to-bar chocolatier to date.

 

Despite being known as a health mecca, L.A sure knows how to satisfy a sweet tooth. From historic confection shops to new candy makers, there is no shortage of chocolate options. Let’s face it: Chocolate never goes out of season.

 

#TrazeeTravel

Insta Feed
Hotel
May 9, 2025

Sound Baths: The New Vacation Must-Have and Where to Find Them

Sound therapy is sweeping the nation and has even infiltrated the luxury travel market. More and more travelers seek out sound bath experiences to help reduce pain and tension, improve heart rates and moods, and lower depression. These luxury hotels embrace the trend:

AmaWaterways’ Specialty River Cruises

When you embark on a river cruise with award-winning AmaWaterways, unpack once and step aboard a world of unparalleled experiences. With enriching excursions, exquisite locally sourced food and wine, nightly entertainment and more included in the fare, you will learn why AmaWaterways has the most returning guests out of any river cruise line.

Hotel
May 9, 2025

The Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel Unveils New Spa

New York City’s The Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel recently debuted its Royal Reflection Wellness Spa, following the hotel’s complete transformation that was unveiled late last year.

Hotel
May 8, 2025

TAFER Hotels & Resorts’ Wellness Month Returns in June

TAFER Hotels & Resorts, Mexico’s luxury all-inclusive resort brand, announced the return of its popular Wellness Month, kicking off June 1. The fourth annual event features a variety of culinary, cultural and holistic offerings at its properties in Los Cabos, Cancún, Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Maya. Each resort hosts special events and workshops led by experts in the health and wellness field.

Tips / Safety
May 8, 2025

Are You Ready for the Final Switch to Real ID?

Yesterday, TSA began enforcing new identification guidelines, a change that’s been a long-time coming. Now, travelers must show a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued ID in order to fly on domestic flights, in lieu of a non-compliant driver’s license (some other forms of identification, such as passports, will still be acceptable).

Destinations
May 8, 2025

World’s Best Beaches 2025 Revealed

The list of the World’s 50 Best Beaches of 2025 was recently released, highlighting the best coastlines and beaches around the world as judged by more than 1,000 of the world’s leading travel professionals and influencers, as well as a panel of judges.