Carlsbad, California

Carlsbad is a city located in Northern San Diego County, California. According to the state Department of Finance, the city had a total population of 90,271 in 2003. Together with Oceanside and Vista, it makes up the "Tri-City" area, Carlsbad being the most expensive. Carlsbad was incorporated in 1952, in large part to generate sufficient funding to connect with the water pipeline running through San Diego County, but also to avoid being annexed by Oceanside.

Attractions

• Legoland
• Flower Fields of Carlsbad Ranch
• Museum of Making Music
• Children's Discovery Museum of North County
• The Carlsbad Premium Outlets
• Gemological Institute of America The Non-Profit Educational Institution of the Jewelry Industry.