Long Beach Tastemakerssm

Tastemakerssm is a totally AVIA concept – and one you won't soon forget. Every city has its own local color, the places and things you might miss without a local's perspective. So AVIA's Long Beach hotel has reached out to Long Beach's most interesting and personable residents to find out what gives this town its mojo.

Be sure to check back – AVIA will continually add new Tastemakers and their not-to-miss insider recommendations.

"Long Beach is one of those undiscovered jewels - a best-kept secret."
John Sangmeister

"Long Beach is the biggest little city in the world"
Steve Goodling

"Staying involved with the community at large is very important to me."
Jane Netherton

"I've been a part of the visioning and planning of Downtown Long Beach for more than 20 years. It's been exicting to see all the pieces come together."
John Morris

"It is easy to feel comfortable in Long Beach. The city caters to such a broad spectrum of interests."
Christian Lane-Brown