16 DESTINATION GUIDE
48 Hours of Rest and Relaxation
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S PREMIER COASTAL DESTINATION
DISCOVER THE BEST WAYS TO UNWIND AND FIND YOUR ZEN AT THESE LUXURY VENUES AROUND TOWN.
MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH
DAY 1 For a luxurious stay, Montage Laguna Beach can’t be beat. Book a room at this oceanfront resort and you’ll have everything you need for a weekend of relaxation at your fingertips. After settling into your room, suite or villa, get ready for dinner at The Loft, a Montage favorite with panoramic views and an open-air design. On Friday nights, you can also enjoy Sunset S’mores on the resort’s Aliso Lawn. Gather around one of two fire pits that overlook the coastline as the sun sinks below it and roast complimentary marshmallows to make your own s’mores. DAY 2 After breakfast, head to the Laguna Art Museum to check out their current exhibits showcasing California art. Then, get out in nature at Hortense Miller Garden. Located up in Boat Canyon, you can schedule a public tour of the botanical garden
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LAGUNA ART MUSEUM
on Saturdays. Once back at Montage, visit Spa Montage for a refreshing facial treatment. Stick around to try the eucalyptus steam room, ocean air whirlpool or redwood sauna. Continue embracing the sea with a walk on the beach at sunset. You can opt to stay close at Treasure Island beach or make the trek back north to visit Crescent Bay for perfect sunset views. For a restful meal in a must-visit setting, try Selanne Steak Tavern, which adds an element of luxury to the classic American steakhouse. Various dining settings within the restaurant ensure you find the vibe you’re seeking, whether you’re seated in the dining room, the chic wine library or outside on the Sunset Terrace. DAY 3 Sleep in and enjoy a hot, blended or iced coffee from The b8kery by
SPLASHES AT SURF & SAND RESORT
Selanne, along with a fresh pastry to hold you over until lunch. Sit on one of the benches overlooking the surf at Brooks Street or take a leisurely walk on the beach or one of the nearby coves. Once it’s time for lunch, head to Driftwood Kitchen, where you can wine and dine with the sound of the waves crashing just outside. Afterward, make your way over to Surf & Sand Resort for a massage at the hotel’s intimate Aquaterra Spa. Enjoy dinner at Splashes, the property’s signature restaurant. Arrive just in time to catch the sunset from the elevated, oceanfront eatery, then enjoy a meal under the stars as you listen to the crashing waves. Finish your last night in town with live music at venues such as Mozambique, The Ranch at Laguna Beach, The Sandpiper Lounge, Marine Room Tavern or The Cliff— then get ready to start planning your next trip to luxurious Laguna.
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