This document provides a networking schedule for FIA attendees in Los Angeles, including details of welcome receptions, tours of Universal Studios and Beverly Hills, and recommended bars each evening. Activities include a day touring Los Angeles landmarks and Universal Studios on March 13th, the IHRSA opening reception on March 14th, rollerblading or cycling on Venice Beach on March 15th, a closing party including bowling on March 16th, and optional morning hikes or scavenger hunts on March 17th. To book any events, attendees should complete and return a booking form.

1. Networking Schedule
To book onto any of these events, please complete
the booking form attached and email to
jessica@fia.org.uk.
Monday, 12th March
FIA Welcome Reception
Time: 19.00 – 21.00
Venue: Nomad Lounge, Figueroa Hotel, 939 South
Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015
The Figueroa is a Moroccan themed boutique hotel that will
serve as the FIA base hotel for the duration of IHRSA.
Tuesday, 13th March
FIA Day Out in LA
Tour of Universal Studios, LA & Beverly Hills Movie
Star Homes!
See the stars' homes in Beverly Hills and discover the world
of movie-making at Universal Studios Hollywood. Face the
action head-on in Universal Studios Hollywood’s heart-
pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside
some of the world’s biggest movies. The tour also covers
iconic Los Angeles landmarks such as the Walk of Fame, Bel
Air and the Kodak Theatre (home of the Academy
Awards!). After a full day of sightseeing, you will be
returned your hotel safe and sound.
Time: 07.30 – 18.00
Cost: £100 (includes lunch & ticket into Universal Studios)
Nominated Bar: Ion Pool Bar
Enjoy a quiet drink after a busy day touring LA and
Universal Studios. The Ion Rooftop Pool Bar is situated just
three minutes’ walk from Figueroa Hotel. It’s a
sophisticated
space that offers views of the Los Angeles skyline and LA
LIVE, serving cocktails and appetizers daily.
Time: From 21.00
Venue: 900 W Olympic Blvd, 4th Floor Rooftop Bar, Los
Angeles, CA 90015

2. Wednesday, 14th March
IHRSA Opening Welcome Reception: “Lights, Camera,
Action!”
Sponsored by Motionsoft
Time: 20.00 – 22.00
Venue: LA Convention Centre
Nominated Bar: Bar Kitchen LA
Located inside the O Hotel in downtown LA, Bar | Kitchen is
a seasonal American restaurant rooted in the tradition of
market fresh cuisine, small production wines by the glass,
craft beers, and classically inspired cocktails.
Time: From 21.30
Venue: O Hotel, 819 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA
90017
Thursday, 15th March
Rollerblade or Cycle on Venice Beach!
Discover the mystique that lured Jim Morrison to found ‘The
Doors’, and a Culture that gave birth to modern
skateboarding. You’ll also see Muscle Beach, beautiful
beachside homes and the breaking waves of the Southern
California coastline. Choose either rollerblades or a beach
cruiser bicycle provided by Perry’s Café and Rentals. We
might even catch the sunset!
Time: approx. 17.00 (tbc)
Cost: £15 per person
Meeting point: Meet at Perry’s Café and Rentals on 2600
Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90405-4051
Nominated Bar: Salute Wine Bar
Located a few minutes away from our rollerblading/cycling
base; at Perry’s Café and Rentals. A laid-back
neighbourhood bar, Salute offers cold drink and a variety of
food.
Time: From 19.00
Venue: 2435 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Friday, 16th March
FIA & Les Mills Closing Party
Lucky Strike is a unique
entertainment bar and restaurant
that provides bowling lanes, wrapped in a stimulating
atmosphere of art and entertainment. This state of the art
bowling alley is the likes of which you’ve not seen before!
Our private, deluxe suite comprises of 4 private bowling
alleys, pool tables and a dedicated bar and room to dance!
Meeting point: Lucky Strike LA Live
Time: 20.00 – 22.00
Cost: £50 per person
Nominated Bar: The Mixing Room, Marriott, LA Live
World-class mixology, innovative small plates, lush and

3. comfortable design and the ideal location in LA for star
gazing and people watching. The Mixing Room maintains a
spirit rooted in warmth, hospitality, and a sense of fun.
Perfect for those wanting to continue the party after the
party!
Time: From 22.00
Venue: The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles, 900 West Olympic
Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Saturday, 17th March
Early Morning Hike in the Hollywood Hills
For those who were sensible the night before, this is an
opportunity to follow the footsteps of the rich and famous
with a refreshing morning hike on the Griffith Observatory
West Trail Loop. During this 2.5 mile hike you will get a
close-up view of the Hollywood sign as well as Los Angeles
city and the Griffith Observatory.
Time: 08.30
Cost: Free (please let us know if you intend to come along)
Meeting Point: To be confirmed
OR
The Amazing Race!
Part scavenger hunt, part self-guided tour, part race and
full-on fun – the Amazing Race Los Angeles is the world’s
only competitive sight-seeing tour. After splitting up into
groups you will receive the first in a series of devious clues
that will have you experiencing your own reality show
experience, unlike any sightseeing tour you’ve done before.
It will let you explore the city in a completely new way!
Time: 10.30 – 14.30 (approx. finish)
Cost: £50
Meeting point: To be confirmed
Nominated Bar: Nomad Lounge
On our last night in Los Angeles we will be starting at our
hotel bar, Nomad Lounge. From there you might like to
have a quiet dinner at a local restaurant or…
As Saturday is St Patrick’s Day, what better way to
celebrate than in an Irish pub?! Casey’s Irish Pub is in
Downtown LA and will be closing off a large part of the
street for a party of bands, beer (some of which you’ll find it
green!), food and over 10,000 people!
OR
You could enjoy a classic Hollywood bar like The Library Bar
at Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel; it is renowned for its unique
made-to-order cocktails, nightlife and being a hangout of
the rich and famous.
Time: Drinks at Figueroa Hotel from 19.00
Venue: Figueroa Hotel, 939 South Figueroa Street, Los
Angeles, CA 90015