Los Angeles is known for its sunny skies, celebrity sightings, and a thriving cannabis culture. It's no wonder why LA is considered the best place to enjoy recreational cannabis. At MedToursLA, we offer tours that will immerse you in the city's cannabis culture and provide you with an unforgettable experience.

One of the reasons why LA is the best place to enjoy recreational cannabis is the weather. With year-round sunshine and a warm climate, it's the perfect destination for those who want to enjoy their cannabis outdoors. Whether you're walking along the beach or exploring the city's parks, you'll find plenty of opportunities to bask in the sun while enjoying your favorite strain.
In addition to the weather, LA offers a wide variety of cannabis options. From classic strains to unique blends, you'll find something to suit your taste buds. Whether you prefer smoking, vaping, or edibles, LA has it all.
Of course, one of the biggest draws to LA is the stars. From movie stars to music legends, you never know who you'll run into while enjoying your cannabis. At MedToursLA, we offer tours that take you to some of the city's most famous landmarks, so you can enjoy your cannabis while taking in the sights.
This summer, we're offering a variety of tours, including our Beaches and Buds Tour, which takes you to some of the city's most scenic beaches while providing you with plenty of opportunities to enjoy your cannabis. We also offer our Signature South Central LA Tour, which includes a visit to the historic Friday House and more.
At MedToursLA, we take your safety seriously. That's why we offer safe and secure tours that are designed to provide you with a stress-free and enjoyable experience. All of our tours are guided by knowledgeable and experienced professionals who are passionate about the city's cannabis culture.
Thank you for choosing MedToursLA for your cannabis tour needs. We look forward to providing you with an unforgettable experience that you'll remember for years to come.
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Covid-19 certainly has changed travel plans for many which has led to a overall shift in how consumers are traveling and ultimately effecting Cannabis Tours. So the million dollar question is "Should I go on a Cannabis Tour during Covid-19?"....Well we say "yes, with caution; If you are going to travel to a destination like LA or the Bay Area for your Cannabis Tour there are a few things we would like
you to be aware of when you are traveling and it seems to be the standard of most Cannabis Tour Operators:

1. Wear a mask and wash your hands, this is the most basic rule related to the spread of Covid-19, Med Tours LA provides hand sanitizer, Lysol and Lysol wipes as well as temporary mask in the event that you forget or misplace yours. There are wipe downs after every stop and most tour operators are requiring that you keep a six ft distance which usually limits the amount of passengers a tour can carry (we are at 8 person capacity)

2. Travel with the Same Households,  most covid-19 related restrictions are related to "households mixing" which can lead to the spread of the Covid-19, so Med Tours LA like most other cannabis tour operators are requiring all tours guest to come from the same households.

3. Be Patient, because of Covid-19 restrictions dispensaries are following state issued guidelines and limiting the number of customers that can enter at a time, so we are asking our visitors to bring their patience along with them as there will be waits.

Pro Tip(s):
Ask your tour operator if they can arrange pre-orders and have a delivery meet them at the meeting location the This is the time that we are currently

Make sure your tour operator has the proper authority, license, and insurance coverage to operate. Med Tours LA is insured and licensed through the Californian Public Utilities commission you can look up your Tour Operator Here

After a long day at work, smoking cannabis is proven to relieve stress and make you more relaxed. But make sure that you are practicing safe cannabis methods, especially if you are under stress. Whether it’s around friends or by yourself, your safety should be a top priority. Everyone wants to have a great time, make sure you do it safely. 
 
Here at MedToursLA, we value safe cannabis practices for both our staff and customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff members are trained in practicing safe cannabis methods. Our drivers and tour guides will be completely sober during your tour, with your safety being our top priority. 
 
1. Avoid Mixing Alcohol and Cannabis
 
Too much of one thing can be harmful. This especially comes to smoking cannabis and mixing alcohol. Studies show that mixing alcohol and cannabis can intensify THC effects of resulting in a high that may be too strong. This can result in a “bad high” where your body can’t handle the amount of THC being given. On top of that, alcohol itself has its own effects on your body making you dizzier.
 
This combination can be very dangerous and definitely does not follow safe cannabis smoking practices. 
 
Mixing alcohol and cannabis can result in: 

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Vomiting

 
2. Don’t Smoke Cannabis While Driving
 
Driving under the influence does not mean just driving drunk. Avoid driving while high since cannabis can cause hallucinations and dizziness. This can heavily impair your ability to notice traffic, pedestrians, and your overall surroundings. Driving during the night can be fatal while high, since it is much harder to see signs of traffic. Being easily distracted or disoriented while driving should never be worth the risk. If you notice your driver being high, treat it like they’re texting on their phone.
 
3. Start Slow, Go Slow
 
Another safe cannabis practice everyone should follow is to start smoking slowly and don’t rush into smoking a large amount. Smoking a large amount of cannabis in a short period of time can cause your body to react badly to the sudden amount of THC. This can result in sweating and nausea. Your body will most likely also be really relaxed to do anything. This can be dangerous since this can mean your body is starting to lose a sense of its muscles. 
 
When you do realize that you have smoked too much, make sure to rehydrate as much as possible. Trying eating something not too heavy to give your body the proper nutrients it needs to recover. You should also let your friends or people around you know that you’re not feeling too well and ask them to watch over you. 
 
Make sure you know your limit. Like any other substance, knowing how to control yourself is important.
 
4. Get Your Cannabis Safely 
 
Make sure you get your cannabis from safe and qualified dispensaries. Our partners at MedToursLA are notable and authentic dispensaries to make sure all the products you buy and use are safe. You never want to play around with getting cannabis from a random person on the streets. The product being given to you can be laced with all sorts of dangerous things, especially when someone says it's a “new kind” of cannabis. 
 
Don’t risk your life just because a person offers you a creative type of high.

4. Avoid Becoming Dependent on Cannabis
 
Unless it’s a medical reason, you shouldn't depend on cannabis every single time you feel stressed. There is a difference when smoking cannabis socially, and when you smoke cannabis addictively. Safe cannabis consumption practices mean that you are not reliant on it every single day. If you are smoking cannabis every day and notice that you can’t stop, make sure you seek medical attention. Cannabis addiction is a real situation and you shouldn’t be ashamed to seek help when your mental health is at risk. 
 
Signs of cannabis addiction can be:

• Missing Important Events
• Smoking Every Day at a Certain Time
• Smoking While Depressed
• Needing a Higher Hit Every Time
• Losing Sense of Control. 

 
Practicing safe cannabis smoking methods is important. Make sure that you know your limit and not be dependent on it. Having a bad high can ruin your night and can put others in danger.
 
 Hopefully you have a better understanding of safe cannabis practices after reading this article.
 

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I have been consuming cannabis for most of my life, however once I moved to Los Angeles over 10 year ago I think I tumbled into the mecca of Cannabis.In 1996 California and  Los Angeles residents passed Prop 215 (Read more here) which allowed certain medically qualified residents to legally purchase or donate for medical cannabis up to a certain amount without the fear of arrest and/or prosecution. Fast forward over 20 years later in 2017  California residents passed Prop 64 (read more here) which allowed for adult 21+ recreational purchases and usage (even though you cannot consume in public and in hotels, but you can on our tour). 

Cannabis has always been a "Hush" type of community and with prop 64 being passed it has opened the door for corporate opportunity, but also massive regulation which has added a very aggressive sales tax and quite a few cities and counties saying "No" to cannabis . Los Angeles is one of the cities in the Greater Los Angeles Area to say "Yes" to Cannabis Here is a list of other cities.

Here is my experience over the last year as it has been great and interesting:

​The Dispensaries 
There are different dispensaries and what I have found is that the area and/or neighborhood you are in will generally dictate your experience so choose wisely. For example the Valley usually has the best prices and some pretty decent cannabis and there are several options which usually benefits the customer, prior to Prop 64 you can get an eighth of some premium for $30, some of that still applies for medical patients (If you need a rDr. recommendation please click here). South LA, East LA and Korea Town usually  will have the cheapest options because of cheaper rent and more competition.West Hollywood, Venice Marina Del Rey and will generally be more expensive because of their locations.  Now you can enter a dispensary with either you state issued ID which will get you recreational prices and a different tax rate. There are some major players in the Cannabis game like Jungle Boys who have very exclusive and exotic strains, and have (2) locations and several options like a live press so that you can make your own sauce. There can be a long wait at times (at Original Location) , but they also have a expedited line if you already know what you want. Another major player in the Los Angeles is MedMen who has (6) Los Angeles area dispensaries and (1) in Orange County. This is a very "State of the Art" dispensary resembling an Apple store, a very helpful staff and several options available. Please know there are several others that we love and some that we have not visited just yet. So please comeback for more as we will review more.

Events
One of the best kept secrets of Cannabis in LA is the events, which are happening daily. Sessions or "Sesh" for short are private meetings and or get together that "medical" patients are invited to attend. These events allow you to purchase medical cannabis from vendors directly which is usually way cheaper then the dispensaries. Sesh's are invite only and you will need your Dr.'s recommendation with you. Instagram is a great place to look for sessions and get invloved, just search "Sesh" under people and there you go...One other option is attend events put on by Grass Fed LA  Events  who puts on monthly events throughout the city which include education, dining, and more. I attended an event that was all about Terpene profiles of cannabis, it was amazing and hosted by Kristen Yoder of Soil to the Oil (someone you really should follow plus she has an amazing podcast click here to listen) . Eventbrite sometimes will offer tickets to events usually more on the business side of cannabis, but a valuable resource nonetheless. 

Parting words
Just do your research and be willing to listen to the locals as they can save you time and money as LA is a very large market and everything is not as advertised and there is a lot of "bammer" and "overpriced" cannabis out there. Book a tour save yourself the hassle. 
Stay tuned for more updates