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golf game is just around the corner. We do it all. The whole to work the course into its natural, uneven landscape. The
spectrum.” course gets extra kudos for a panorama clubhouse boast-
ing views of the ocean just a mile away. And what golfer
Our four-day stay was loaded with activities enjoyed by our doesn’t love a 30-second golf cart ride between hotel room
entire family, including three kids ranging from 9 to 19. and tee time?
While it’s pretty tough to please all of us, this resort eagerly
met the challenge. From LEGOLAND® to an amazing pool Dinner at 20|Twenty was the highlight of our culinary expe-
to golf to a full-service spa to fine dining—everyone in our riences in Carlsbad.
family was thrilled to enjoy a stay at The Westin Carlsbad
Resort & Spa. Named for its picture-perfect coastal views, 20|Twenty at
The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa is elegantly perched
Each of our afternoons was spent at The Westin Carlsbad atop Carlsbad’s highest point. As the resort’s signature
Resort & Spa’s fantastic pool. With ample seating, food ser- restaurant, its location provides a gorgeous backdrop to
vice, ping pong, Wi-Fi, and a large pool, all of us were more a truly delightful dining experience. The menu features
than content spending three hours a day there. farm-to-coast cuisine with flavors and styles inspired by
the California coast. All plates are made with fresh ingre-
We also enjoyed nine holes of golf at the adjoining dients that are organic and locally sourced whenever
Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course—a beautifully designed possible. 20|Twenty is fortunate to have some of the best
and well-manicured public 18-hole championship course of California wines on its over 350 bottle wine list. Global
designed by Greg Nash. The Crossings at Carlsbad offers vineyards from South America, Italy, Australia, and other
plenty of challenges, as well as magnificent coastal views. parts of the world are also available.
The course is named for the five bridges—or crossings—that
were designed into the layout to meet existing environmen- 20|Twenty has several seating options. The airy 5,200
tal topographic conditions. It is nestled amongst natural square-foot Carlsbad restaurant includes 1,700 square feet
habitat and wildlife on more than 400 acres of Carlsbad’s of outdoor patio dining where patrons can enjoy sweeping
coastal terrain. Environmental preservation is key here, and views of the Carlsbad coast, fireplace, and the refreshing
The Crossings retains much of its coastal sage and other ocean breeze as they dine. For indoor dining, try the upscale
flora, with fairways connected by a handful of bridges built dining room, the intimate bar, or the relaxing lounge. The

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