Carlsbad is a coastal getaway nestled between charismatic Orange County and laidback San Diego County. This long weekend couple’s destination offers a wealth of world-class resort hotels, quaint boutique hotels, extraordinary restaurants, and unique independent shops. Miles of pristine beaches allow visitors to enjoy days sitting by the ocean with their toes in the sand. Watersports include swimming, surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. Carlsbad’s main attractions are Legoland theme park, the Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Batiquitos Lagoon, and Agua Hedionda Lagoon wetlands and nature center. The Craftsmanship Museum, SEA LIFE Aquarium, and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are also attractions couples can enjoy.

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