GETTING THERE

You’ll find a range of airlines – including Virgin, British Airways and American Airlines – offering reasonable nonstop return flights from £400. If you are looking for a more upmarket option, go business class from London Stansted from around £1,100-1,300. WHERE TO STAY

Forgetting the mountain of accommodation around the city, where budget reservations can be made in pretty much any district except Beverley Hills and West Hollywood, we’d recommend sampling the delights at the Commerce or the Bicycle.

Double rooms at the Commerce start at around $159, while at the Bike, you’re looking at the cheaper option with rooms from $96 upwards on weekends.