Beach communities of San Diego including Cardiff By The Sea, Solana Beach, Encinitas, Leucadia and Carlsbad. Each village is blessed with their own views and refreshing ocean sea breeze.

Legoland is a great attraction for families visiting Carlsbad. The park is full of color and theme parks is a very agreeable to the parents – and kids! The lines are short compared to Disneyland and the atmosphere is relatively relaxed for a theme park. The landscape is charming and parents appreciate the healthy coffee, with great options.

Carlsbad has world class beaches. Carlsbad State Beach extends from Tamarack Avenue all the way by the beach to downtown Carlsbad. No sandy beach below and a sidewalk along the bluff top great sunset walks and people watching. A little further south is the south Carlsbad State Beach (the locals call it South Ponto). You will find a camp been on top of the cliff overlooking the ocean with stairs to the beach.

An attraction popular is the field of flowers open in spring from March to May, where you can walk through acres of vibrant colors of the flowers along the Pacific Ocean.

There are dozens of lodging options in Carlsbad. The big chains are represented, including Motel 6, Hilton, Days Inn, Hyatt, Holiday Inn, Marriott and Regal 8.

Many villas vacation time share vacation rentals serve Carlsbad. These more upscale accommodations are luxurious and can be quite expensive. A great prestige and luxury resorts known is La Costa Resort and Spa. The atmosphere surrounding this complex from the moment you enter the doors. The grounds and facilities are beautiful and picturesque, the beauty and quiet charm of Southern California wrapping.

Ranked among the best spa facilities in the country by Conde Nast, La Costa brings together a class spa world, a championship Golf Course, casual elegance and unparalleled personal service to create an excellent romantic weekend at a resort in Carlsbad.

Terry Hunefeld retired as President of By Referral Only, Inc to follow his dream of exploring the Pacific Ocean to observe seabirds and mammals. Terry and his wife Ann Dunham own and operate the romantic Inn At Moonlight Beach near Carlsbad, California. For more information visit: Carlsbad Bed and Breakfasts or Carlsbad Hotels.

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