Santa Monica - changes are evident (on 3rd Street promenade) here in SoCal!
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2023
- The way I recall Santa Monica's upscale 3rd Street Promenade from my last visit (@ 5+ years ago), things have changed considerably.
It seems that a few potential factors could be any combination of: the pandemic, the metro line now ends here (meaning everyone must now exit the trains here every night), homelessness is visible everywhere, Prop 47 passed (so any retail thefts under $950 are now considered a misdemeanor), etc., have helped create a much different shopping experience.
This once bustling area is definitely not the way I remember it, from years past!
There have been many brands which have already left and closed up stores here, such as, Gap, Guess, Banana Republic, Rip Curl, Forever 21, etc).
Thankfully I did see a few "coming soon" locations which were: Aldo Shoes, Barnes & Noble, etc. I will say the vacancies still heavily outweigh the incoming as this local market has been turned upside down!
I bounced through this promenade as previously it was always packed with hordes of locals and tourists combined. Not today! I made it here on a beautiful afternoon as there were only a few folks here as you can see from the video content I collected.
You can feel the effect in the air, hear the sirens (in the background) and see the hired security guards inside the storefronts.
As well as take note on a HUGE banner (placed on one vacant building front) which reads, "Santa Monica is NOT safe"! Pretty clear the store / property owners are not pleased with what is happening.
Has anyone (watching this video) been to Santa Monica (3rd Street Promenade) lately? If so, what did you see, feel or hear? Was your experience similar to mine?
I can only assume that if some major changes aren't put in place soon that the vacancies may increase along with the crime and homelessness. Fingers crossed, the economy continues to avoid the disastrous recession rumors (we've heard now for months) or this area will encounter even larger issues!
I then cruised (a tad bit south) to Marina Del Rey to pick up some natural / holistic / alternative products at Dr Schulze's - American Botanical Pharmacy. Love how they help educate their customers on the amazing benefits of their natural products.
Thx much for tagging along as I kick start the Nick-a-Palooza 2023 Summer Tour! lol
Bring back the 5 & dimes and Woolworths
It's sad that such beautiful places have been affected by such high levels of crime. Portland was horrible when I was there last year. On a positive note, I loved seeing the Herschel store!
Can't agree more. I've heard that a number of addtl cities are experiencing similar scenarios. Hopefully, solutions can be found to reverse these effects!
The his was the go to spot in early to mid 2000’s. Best date spot
Sad, such a beautiful area, to be hit by so much crime. Enjoyed this tour of Santa Monica.
Very true lady!
Do you have information about where is safe, or not safe to park in Santa Monica? I fear the car getting broken in to while we’re walking around for a few hours.
Honestly, I am not sure as I used Uber there and back.
Here's a great article calling out the beautiful Wilson store, which adds positivity to the area:
chainstoreage.com/exclusive-qa-wilson-sporting-goods-makes-its-mark-west-coast?CSA_NL_DayBreaker&mkt_tok=ODI1LUxTUC01NDUAAAGNSl8tpZbSsfeCTK2jyV_pUAxLwxaywWoEWagatgFtyx6dW-YpiLRp3vMSBp1mYJPdyK6D5qYsXLGYYINE6u3S2rCHjhAxnCMy5HYFavaH
There’s a lot more stores than this on the 3rd street promenade fyi. It’s quite lively and busy
You are 100% correct. I was trying to capture a quick snapshot (within a few minutes) of the promenade. Hopefully folks don't feel the stores (in this video) are the only ones remaining at 3rd Street Promenade.
To be clear, there are many many stores which are operating, functional as well as a few new locations opening soon. The intent of the video was to merely showcase how things have changed (considerably) since my last visit @ 5 years ago.
Thx much as I appreciate your note and feedback.
"This too shall pass" Fear comes and goes in economies as they fluctuate. Chin up, sunscreen on and go shopping!
Absolutely T-Diddy. The only thing which doesn't change (in life) is change!
Cya soon brotha
thanks Joey Biden and Gagging Newsom
Thanks for what?