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La Costa Resort and Spa – a Gift of Holiday TLC

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LA’s the Place has the perfect gift idea for the person who has everything or simply the person who’s been extra good on your list and deserves luxurious TLC.  The stunning Spanish-style La Costa Resort and Spa just north of San Diego will give your loved one the playtime or relaxtion they deserve.

La Costa Resort and Spa 

Nestled among the beautiful coastal foothills of Carlsbad, CA, La Costa Resort and Spa boasts the 43,000 square-foot Spa at La Costa, 610 spacious and well-appointed guestrooms, suites and villas, a Clubhouse with a fitness center, two acclaimed restaurants – Legends and BlueFire Grill and two championship golf courses. Here a few gift specials to delight the most finicky on your list from La Costa Resort and Spa:

Holiday Traditions Package

     • Accommodations
     • $50 free bonus resort credit, valid towards spa, golf, Kidtopia, or holiday dining

Rates begin at $239 per room, per night
(rates do not include taxes or $22 daily resort charge)

Legendary Golf Courses

Golfers who play La Costa’s courses walk in the footsteps of the greats – Nicklaus, Woods, Palmer, Trevino, Player, Miller, Crenshaw. It is the only resort in Southern California that boasts its own two 18-hole tournament-caliber courses. Golfers of all abilities can measure their performance against the best players in the world when they play on either of La Costa Resort and Spa’s two golf courses, both designed by golf architect Dick Wilson. Both North and South courses feature lush fairways, flawless greens and plenty of challenges, including large, high-lipped bunkers on many holes, expanses of water and sneaky streams with fast bent grass greens.

La Costa Resort and Spa

Kidtopia

The resort’s supervised children’s program, Kidtopia, is divided into three areas based upon age groups: 6 months to two years; two-four years; and four-12 years.  Each area contains interactive attractions such as a tree house, dance floor, large saltwater aquarium, small animal display, high-tech entertainment stations with computers and an endless selection of games, books and toys. The infant/toddler area offers a calm, nurturing environment complete with age-appropriate toys, cribs, changing tables and high chairs. Children 4-12 can participate in full or half day programs. Children 3 and under can enjoy Kidtopia for up to two hours per day.

Signature Dining

Dining at La Costa Resort and Spa ranges from light fare to California casual, with award-winning cuisine and lovely indoor or outdoor seating. The signature BlueFire Grill serves flavorful Southern California fare and boasts a large, outdoor seating area that overlooks the plaza. Serving three meals a day, the family-friendly Legends Bistro offers a chic, natural interior and a tempting array of comfort foods with an international twist. Other dining options include the Lobby Lounge, Spa Café, Splash Poolside Bar & Grill, Garden Poolside Bar & Café and room service.

Spa Gift Card

  • Give the gift of relaxation and wellness with a Spa at La Costa gift card. Available in any dollar denomination.

La Costa Resort and Spa

Holiday Spa Treatments

  • Apple Butter & Cinnamon Body Wrap 50-minutes/ $135
    A decadent body wrap that is ideal for rejuvenating dry winter skin. This aromatic lotion goes on smooth to hydrate leaving your skin soft to the touch.
  • Pumpkin Spice Body Masque 50-minutes/ $135
    This vitamin-rich Pumpkin Spice Masque naturally exfoliates dead skin cells and stimulates lymph circulation.
  • Peppermint Reflexology 50-minutes/ $135
    Revive your tired toes with our invigorating Peppermint Foot Scrub.  Natural peppermint essential oils cool inflammation and leave your renewed skin feeling soft and your mind relaxed.

Ultimate Spa Pampering

The Spa at La Costa is an elegant sanctuary envisioned by world-renowned spa specialist Sylvia Sepielli. The building is designed in California Colonial architectural style, with walls of smooth stucco, terracotta tile roofing, cathedral ceilings, wrought iron embellishments and a magnificent 25-foot bell tower. Feng Shui-inspired features are found throughout the spa, including a fountain topped with an “eternal” flame that welcomes guests.

The spa features 42 treatment rooms, including 20 massage, eight facial, two multi-purpose, two Thai, six body treatment, one Vichy shower, one hydro-tub and two VIP spa suites for couples.  The VIP spa suites include side-by-side massage tables, shower, bathroom, fireplace and a private, outdoor garden patio with a whirlpool tub. In addition, the Spa at La Costa houses the full-service Yamaguchi Salon, a spa boutique, spa café and movement and fitness training studios.

La Costa Spa and Resort

Chopra Center for Wellbeing

Founded by world-renowned holistic physicians Deepak Chopra, M.D. and David Simon, M.D., the Chopra Center for Wellbeing is located on the grounds of La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, CA. Throughout the year, guests from throughout the world come to the Chopra Center to heal their body, find emotional freedom, and connect to their essential self and life’s purpose. While attending the Chopra Center’s programs and workshops, they experience La Costa’s lush coastal setting, soothing atmosphere, and luxurious accommodations.

For more info on specials and gift certificates at La Costa Spa and Resort, visit: www.lacosta.com or call 800.854.5000

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Lanee Neil