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There's something for everyone to enjoy in this balmy coastal city. Golfers are lured by the dozen or so courses, including the world-class Aviara Golf Club and the La Costa Resort and Spa. Over four miles of beautiful beach will captivate swimmers, surfers and sunbathers for hours. Bird-watchers and walkers can explore Carlsbad's three lagoons, where the Luiseno Indians made their homes for centuries. The immaculate buildings and tree-lined streets downtown are not marred by high-rises or... more » There's something for everyone to enjoy in this balmy coastal city. Golfers are lured by the dozen or so courses, including the world-class Aviara Golf Club and the La Costa Resort and Spa. Over four miles of beautiful beach will captivate swimmers, surfers and sunbathers for hours. Bird-watchers and walkers can explore Carlsbad's three lagoons, where the Luiseno Indians made their homes for centuries. The immaculate buildings and tree-lined streets downtown are not marred by high-rises or strip malls, but shoppers should not despair - a designer outlet complex is within reach. The small-town, relaxed environment here fits nicely with the fields of colorful flowers and the mountain and ocean vistas. But kids need something too, and Legoland, targeted to kids 12 and under, offers a whole world of lego-constructed animals and every other design imaginable, in addition to rides and shows. « less
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48°F 8°C
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62°F 16°C
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61°F 16°C
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59°F 15°C
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West Inn & Suites Carlsbad

Nov 20, 2009

I can't say anything bad, from the front desk staff, the breakfast, the pool, the business room, the suties which the beds and the bathroom were marvelous.I loved the pillows and the mattress which...more

Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa

4 of 5 stars
North Carolina
Nov 19, 2009

We booked hotel & tickets for Legoland through the legoland website. Seemed like the best price I could find. Our room had a king sized bed and a chair, no couch or even pull out for the 2 year old -...more

La Costa Resort & Spa

Nov 19, 2009

I spent a week in La Costa resort while attending a Chopra Centre event. The staff are extremely friendly, can't do enough to help you, and appear sincere. The grounds are maintained to an impeccable...more

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