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Story by Heidi Chackel • Photography provided by The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa and The Crossings at Carlsbad
f your family or group is like most others, there’s never The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa is a seaside bluff retreat
a lack of options—or opinions. It seems there are always buzzing with the energy of this anything-is-possible
four or five votes that weigh in on deeming a course per- Southern California lifestyle. Guests range from golf war-
fect enough for your game—and we’re not talking about riors to business travelers, couples to families. Refreshing
I good angles for approach shots or forgiving greens. marine botanical spa treatments at the on-site Ocean Pearl
We’re talking about opinions about new theme park rides, Spa are a favorite indulgence no matter who you are—as are
prime sand castle building conditions, and how many water the ocean-view happy hour and laid-back resort pool where
activities can fit into one day. We’re talking about all the lagoon-style pools are shaded by palm trees.
things your family wants for their perfect golf vacation—not
to mention your game. “We are about one mile away from the coast,” says Casey
Schirmer, Complex Marketing Manager of The Westin
In Southern California, the place that fits the bill is Carlsbad Resort & Spa. “Having the ocean nearby makes
Carlsbad. Here, “off the beaten path” doesn’t mean out of each experience special and enables people from all walks
the way. In fact, Carlsbad is sandwiched right between of life to create wonderful memories.” To be able to look
Orange County and San Diego, and is home to one of San at the bluest of oceans and to sun with the unchanging
Diego’s best courses—The Crossings at Carlsbad—plus daily 70s temperatures and cool nightly breezes make for a
LEGOLAND® theme park, fashion-forward shopping, warm romantic setting, not to mention a fun day at the beach for
sunny beaches, relaxed train transportation, to name a few. kids!

There you will also find The Westin Carlsbad Resort & “We have an amazing mix of guests at this resort,” Schirmer
Spa—a resort teeming with amazing views, recreation, adds. “We have something for everyone! With our own
family activities, and much more. With beautiful con- entrance to LEGOLAND®, we host quite a few families at
temporary Mediterranean architecture, rolling lawns, our resort. And our 75,000 square feet of meeting space
flowering shrubs, and nearby pristine beaches, this attracts many corporate events, weddings, and celebrations.
Carlsbad resort offers a beautiful setting sure to inspire Of course the beautiful weather is perfect for golf, and with
guests of every kind. The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course next door, a great

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