It seems that I have been seriously mistaking this whole time. Definition of layover for me was just sitting and waiting, perhaps with newspapers or a book. To be honest, sometimes it felt good just to sit and relax between the flights. But that time is long gone behind me. Now my girlfriend does not allow me to be still for one minute, and I have to say that I like that. Anyway, I have 5 hours free to spend at LAX! Any suggestions?
Here is my 7 hours plan I use when on Lax. Cut something out for 5 hours. No rent-a-car, of course. In-n-Out Burger is an excellent spot for a lunch, then grab a bus to Santa Monica, see the Pier, walk a while, perhaps a movie if you have the time. Then some restaurant again for a drink or something and then head back. I would throw out the movie and that would be ok for 5 hours.