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Rediscover San Diego-area beach towns: Best things to do and places to stay
See Oceanside and beyond with fresh eyes
Experiencing the beaches of Carlsbad (and beyond) in style has never been easier, thanks to Beach Genie, a local company that sets up high-end equipment for you to enjoy on the edge of the sea. You simply get to show up, sit back (in comfy, oak-and-cloth chairs), play games on the sand (think corn hole and paddle ball) and soak up time amid the soothing breezes of Southern California.