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Thanks for checking out the newsletter! This week, I had to run an errand in Beverly Hills, and it unexpectedly turned into a bit of an adventure. Sometimes, it’s fun to play tourist in your own city. Los Angeles has its fair share of so-called “tourist traps,” but let’s be honest—they’re popular for a reason. There are places to shop, eat, pe…