Add some sugar and spice to the daily grind with Hotel Villa Portofino�s Sweet Deal that begins at $262.00 per couple, per night. You and your sweetheart will cruise to this island paradise aboard Catalina Express, perhaps even seeing some of the marine life for which the channel is famous. You�ll be treated to chocolates, champagne and a rose, two island tours -- the City Passport and the Glass Bottom Boat -- as well as continental breakfast served in lobby every morning from 7:30.

Upon arrival in Avalon you'll taxi to the Hotel Villa Portofino where you�ll enjoy European elegance on the oceanfront from your courtyard room or harbor view and stay in beautifully renovated accommodations with warm cherry furniture, handsome leather headboards, classy crown molding, well-appointed bathrooms, and fantastic views overlooking the bay. There�s a spacious rooftop deck with cabanas and lounge chairs, the perfect vantage point for people-watching, sunbathing and cocktail sipping. Some rooms have luxurious touches such as fireplaces, deep soaking tubs and separate showers. Just outside the front door is all of Avalon Bay�s activity. You�ll also want to visit the famed Casino, just a short walk from the hotel, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary. To reserve your Sweet Deal, call the Hotel Villa Portofino toll free at 888-510-0555 or 310-510-0555. Log on to www.hotelvillaportofino.com. For reservations aboard Catalina Express, call 800-481-3470 or 310-519-1212. Log on to www.catalinaexpress.com.

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