LADIES ‘WISH THEY ALL COULD BE CALIFORNIA GIRLS’ AT PORTOFINO HOTEL & YACHT CLUB

Redondo Beach, Ca. – September 15, 2011 – Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club in Redondo Beach, Ca., invites ladies to kick off their heels, let down their hair and Wish They All Could Be California Girls, starting at $349/night*, now – Dec. 31, 2011. From surfboards to shopping bags and convertibles to beach cruisers, girlfriends flirt with their carefree SoCal dream at this authentic seaside retreat.

WISH THEY ALL COULD BE CALIFORNIA GIRLS
Now – Dec. 31, 2011 Starting at $349/night*

• Complimentary Beach Cruisers
• Mixology Lesson at BALEENlosangeles
• Surf & Yoga at El Porto Surf School
• Private Shopping Party at Lisa Z Boutique
• Convertible MINI Cooper Rental

Girlfriends drop their luggage to hit the beach on complimentary beach cruisers and explore palm-lined surroundings along the 22-mile Strand, stretching across Redondo, Hermosa and Manhattan Beaches. After soaking up rays, gal pals freshen up for seaside dining at BALEENlosangeles, indulging in culinary creations in a whimsical, yet elegant atmosphere. Cocktails top off the night in the lively BALEEN bar area during a Yellow Polka-Dot Bikini-Tinis mixology lesson -- crafted from Absolut Peach vodka, crisp lemonade and fresh blueberries, served in a chilled, sugar-rimmed martini glass. The sound of the ocean provides the perfect wake-up call for girls to hit the open road in a MINI Cooper Convertible, top-down cruising the Pacific Coast Highway through Los Angeles County. Sporting wind-blown, salt-kissed hair, ladies catch a stunning sunrise during a surf and yoga class at El Porto Surf School, where beach bunnies get into form with a little help from sun-bronzed instructors. Wiping out after an early start, girls sink into plush, oversized chairs in the light-filled Living Room Lounge overlooking King Harbor with dramatic three-story windows. Baristas in the Lounge Coffee Bar provide the perfect morning pick-up, from a steamy cup o’ joe to frothy cappuccino, before heading out for a private shopping party at Lisa Z Boutique. Fashionistas complete the California Girl transformation with a personal shopper hand-picking the perfect outfit for a day at the beach or night on the town.

Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club offers guests an authentic SoCal lifestyle experience in a casual, nautical-chic environment, inviting them to relax and let loose, embracing their "endless summer," endlessly. As Los Angeles’ only true waterfront hotel, the 161 guest rooms feature private balconies perfect for viewing awe-inspiring sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, a 181-slip sun-drenched marina and premier dining at signature restaurant, BALEENlosangeles.

To book this fall’s girlfriends’ getaway at Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club, visit www.hotelportofino.com.

* Rates start at $349/night. Two night minimum, based on double occupancy. Must be booked at least seven days in advance.