Based on the movies, TV shows and magazines it produces, Los Angeles seems to cater only to singles with its hedonistic delights. However, hearts and flowers also ascend from the dry, smog-soaked landscapes. Couples can easily find romantic interludes among the city's urban and natural environments. Here are three of the best.
Enjoy all the romance of a high-seas adventures by joining a cruise ship that travels down the Mexican Riviera. Among other companies, Carnival Cruise Lines ships leave from Los Angeles Harbor on short voyages to Catalina Island, Enseñada, Puerta Vallarta or Mazatlan.
Don't spend too much time in your cabin because many activities call on couples to participate. You can join dance contests and newlywed games, watch Broadway style shows or gamble in the casino. On shore, you can relax on the beaches, go on tours to learn about Mexican culture or club-hop among many bars and dance venues.
Though talent and connections help, you require neither to become part of Hollywood's movie and TV magic. All you need is a few days to sign up as an extra or background actor with world-renowned Central Casting. Though you and your sweetie can appear as individuals in crowd scenes, the fun comes when they require kissing couples. You'll receive minimum wage and free meals in exchange for smooching on screen.
Fill out the forms in advance by going to their website. Then, you both need to appear in person with the current fee to have your picture taken. After they accept your application and put you in the database, call the recorded line for jobs. Each recording gives you the contact number of a casting agent. You call the agent to apply for a job, and if she likes your database picture, she'll cast you. Jobs typically last only for a day.
Most spas offer healthful and relaxing treatments geared to women only. Men's needs are given short shrift, if they're considered at all. Le Petite Retreat Day Spa offers experiences for two. You can share massages, facials and privates baths in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Though individual treatments can simply be booked for each person, consider signing up for their Couples Spa Packages, which combine several therapies. For example, the Couples Zen Stone Massage Package includes Zen stones and deep tissue massage for 90 minutes. This is followed by the Champagne Bath, where you both sip champagne in a bubbled tub surrounded by candles.
