Memorial Day + 3 Hours in Manhattan Beach

And suddenly, it's summer. At least on the thermometer. My summer vacation is months away, but a few hours spent in Manhattan Beach gets the season started. Happy Memorial Day weekend!

May 22, 2025

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Memorial Day Weekend

I’m always thrown when Memorial Day lands before the end of the month, but this week’s warm weather has me thinking of outdoor parties with grilled seafood and rosé. It’s time to break out the white jeans and head for the beach with a pile of books. Before outlining a glorious 3-hour getaway to Manhattan Beach, I have a few get-ready-for-summer ideas for your holiday weekend.

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