You have got to go here…Montage – Laguna Beach, Calif.
If it was up to me I would be relaxing at a five-star resort every day, unfortunately that is not possible…but I have discovered an inexpensive way to relax and take in all of the beauty that a gorgeous resort has to offer.
One night after dinner some friends suggessted visting the Montage Resort for a drink and I am sure glad I agreed to go. 
I have always loved visiting this resort as the architectures is beautiful and the ambiance is welcome and cozy, but on this night I stumbled upon something very cool in the Lobby Lounge – TEA TIME! While glancing over the menu I noticed that in addition to the normal libations that a hotel bar has to offer, the Montage also offers over 10 brewed loose-leaf teas – and that is not all, they even come in your own personal tea pot. (Please remember that I am a big kid and it is truly the small things that make me happy.) I wasted no time in ordering my yummy drink!
Not only does your tea come with a small jar of honey just for you, it is also accompanied by some of the best biscotti and nuts I have ever eaten. I was in culinary heavan!
While I sipped my Malabar Sunrise, sounds of a pianist filled my ears and I couldn’t help but take in the beautiful scenary.
There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy your time. Choose from cozy couches that look out at the ocean or venture on to the deck and take in the sea air.
After several rounds of tea and many laughs with friends, it was time to leave. My night at the Montage was a great lesson in not judging a book by its cover. I thought that I was headed to a typical hotel bar for the evening, but was surprised by what I found. You just never know what treasures are out there until you look!
Some tips – there is public parking just south of the hotel and after 7 p.m. it is free. There is also beach access if you are interested in a stroll that is gorgeous both day and night!
OH WAIT!!! I forgot to tell you the best part…this night of fun and relaxation only cost roughly $20 for two people! Sometimes the best things in life don’t have to cost an arm and a leg!
Happy Teaing,
Crystal
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