Everyone whines - and rightfully so - about the cost of food and parking at airports.
It always feels like you're getting ripped off, especially at LAX.
The price of airport parking at LAX is outrageous and the price of food is just as unsettling.
Airport eateries know they can charge exorbitant prices because they've got a captive audience.
You're hungry, you're tempted, you have time to waste, and there are more choices at the airport than in the air.
And LAX knows they have a captive audience with its parking, too - if you don't take the time to reserve an off-site parking spot, you may be stuck paying for airport parking.
Off-site parking lots are the ideal way to save money at LAX.
Not only is your parking spot guaranteed, the lots are safe and secure.
You get better service, shuttle transportation to the airport, and significant savings to boot.
With parking rates as high as $30 a day at LAX, you can do better off-site.
Off-site eateries around LAX can help you save money on food, too.
But if you don't have time to leave the airport for food, you can at least protect your waistline.
Many people eat on autopilot (no flight pun intended) and don't think about the consequences.
You really don't want to overindulge and then regret it at 35,000 feet in the air.
What is there to eat at LAX that's guilt-free? As it just so happens, plenty.
Are you looking for a chilled beverage? There are eight Starbucks in LAX.
The Caramel Frappuccino is one of its most popular icy coffees, but beware that the 16 ounce grande with whipped cream has nearly half of the fat you should consume in an entire day.
What's the better option that doesn't come with a side of regret? If you must have the Caramel Frap, at least order it without whipped cream to save some fat and calories, and order the tall size instead.
If you can tolerate the taste of light cold beverages, Starbucks offers a Mocha Frappuccino Light with next to no fat and half the calories.
There is a Wolfgang Puck Express at Terminal 2, Gate 21 in LAX, and another one at Terminal 7, Gate 3.
The Wolfgang Puck chain of restaurants is famous for using the finest ingredients, but don't assume that something is low-fat or low-calorie at Wolfgang's just because it appears to be.
For example, the Chinois Chicken Salad has a lot of fans, but it also has a lot more calories than meets the eye.
With 890 calories - half of which are fat - this is not a figure-friendly light meal.
Make yours lighter by going easy on the dressing.
La Brea Bakery has three cafes in LAX at Terminals 1, 2, and 7.
All La Brea Bakery breads have no trans fats, no preservatives, and no artificial colors or flavors.
If you're looking for something filling but lighter than one of its classic burgers, La Brea Bakery serves up Grilled Paninis with your choice of sides.
If you pick the organic greens instead of the side of fries, you won't sabotage your diet.
Save your wallet and your waistline - make thoughtful choices before you put down your hard-earned money at LAX.
You want to come home with a fatter wallet and a slimmer waistline, not a bigger waist and empty wallet.
It always feels like you're getting ripped off, especially at LAX.
The price of airport parking at LAX is outrageous and the price of food is just as unsettling.
Airport eateries know they can charge exorbitant prices because they've got a captive audience.
You're hungry, you're tempted, you have time to waste, and there are more choices at the airport than in the air.
And LAX knows they have a captive audience with its parking, too - if you don't take the time to reserve an off-site parking spot, you may be stuck paying for airport parking.
Off-site parking lots are the ideal way to save money at LAX.
Not only is your parking spot guaranteed, the lots are safe and secure.
You get better service, shuttle transportation to the airport, and significant savings to boot.
With parking rates as high as $30 a day at LAX, you can do better off-site.
Off-site eateries around LAX can help you save money on food, too.
But if you don't have time to leave the airport for food, you can at least protect your waistline.
Many people eat on autopilot (no flight pun intended) and don't think about the consequences.
You really don't want to overindulge and then regret it at 35,000 feet in the air.
What is there to eat at LAX that's guilt-free? As it just so happens, plenty.
Are you looking for a chilled beverage? There are eight Starbucks in LAX.
The Caramel Frappuccino is one of its most popular icy coffees, but beware that the 16 ounce grande with whipped cream has nearly half of the fat you should consume in an entire day.
What's the better option that doesn't come with a side of regret? If you must have the Caramel Frap, at least order it without whipped cream to save some fat and calories, and order the tall size instead.
If you can tolerate the taste of light cold beverages, Starbucks offers a Mocha Frappuccino Light with next to no fat and half the calories.
There is a Wolfgang Puck Express at Terminal 2, Gate 21 in LAX, and another one at Terminal 7, Gate 3.
The Wolfgang Puck chain of restaurants is famous for using the finest ingredients, but don't assume that something is low-fat or low-calorie at Wolfgang's just because it appears to be.
For example, the Chinois Chicken Salad has a lot of fans, but it also has a lot more calories than meets the eye.
With 890 calories - half of which are fat - this is not a figure-friendly light meal.
Make yours lighter by going easy on the dressing.
La Brea Bakery has three cafes in LAX at Terminals 1, 2, and 7.
All La Brea Bakery breads have no trans fats, no preservatives, and no artificial colors or flavors.
If you're looking for something filling but lighter than one of its classic burgers, La Brea Bakery serves up Grilled Paninis with your choice of sides.
If you pick the organic greens instead of the side of fries, you won't sabotage your diet.
Save your wallet and your waistline - make thoughtful choices before you put down your hard-earned money at LAX.
You want to come home with a fatter wallet and a slimmer waistline, not a bigger waist and empty wallet.
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