As the days grow cooler and crisper, there are many reasons to plan
a trip to The Cassara Carlsbad – the resort offers peaceful relaxation,
holiday fun, a group offer, winter packages, seasonal fare and more
As the days grow cooler and crisper, there are many reasons to plan a trip to The Cassara Carlsbad – the resort offers peaceful relaxation, holiday fun, a group offer, winter packages, seasonal fare and more
As the holiday season unfolds, now is an ideal time to escape to The Cassara Carlsbad for a rejuvenating retreat. The renowned destination provides a tranquil coastal oasis, inviting you to recharge amid the beauty of pristine beaches, stunning sunsets, upscale accommodations, inviting pools, and festive seasonal dining. Here, you and your loved ones can savor the richness of premium offerings for a memorable vacation experience.
Revel in the advantage of a quieter seasonal atmosphere, ensuring a serene experience exploring LEGOLAND through a private walkway to and from the park, or unwinding at nearby Ocean Pearl Spa. Discover the charm of Carlsbad Village on leisurely walks. With pleasant temperatures and gentle ocean breezes, you can embrace an ideal blend of relaxation and adventure at The Cassara Carlsbad. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits you:
A night of family festivities at The Cassara Carlsbad
Adding even more sparkle to the season, The Cassara Carlsbad will host Holiday Night on December 21 from 5-7 p.m. for both hotel guests and the general public. As part of the occasion, the property will be transformed into a Yuletide wonderland with the main attraction featuring a visit from the jolly old man himself, Santa Claus. Children can write and send letters to St. Nick and families can enjoy complimentary photo sessions.
To further engage the whole family, arts and crafts activities will be part of the festivities, offering children and adults the opportunity to create ornaments, gifts and cherished memories. Additionally, visitors can look forward to warming up with steaming cups of hot cocoa and a myriad of tasty treats. Holiday food specials will make the night even brighter.
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
Photo-worthy dishes and a seasonally inspired cocktail create a festive atmosphere at Cassara Kitchen & Bar, which is featuring a trio of holiday-themed menu items. The offerings include a Deep-fried Pumpkin Ravioli, an appetizer that blends goat cheese and arugula with brown butter and candied pecans; the Wild Mushroom Chicken Roulade, which combines truffled Boursin, broccolini, and porcini oil; and the “Gluhwein” cocktail, also known as Mulled Wine, infused with Meiomi Pinot Noir, star anise, orange, cinnamon, clove, and a hint of maple syrup.
At Cassara Kitchen & Bar, which draws inspiration from Carlsbad’s coastal flavors, guests can appreciate their meals in a welcoming ambiance with layers of Mediterranean accents adding to the charm. Surrounded by the grandeur of the resort’s vaulted ceilings and grand lobby, diners can soak in the atmosphere and immerse themselves in a culinary journey.
Come together: A new group offer with plenty of perks
Groups have reason to celebrate at The Cassara Carlsbad this season. The resort is offering an exclusive group deal that is packed with perks to make your stay, whether for business or pleasure, an unrivaled experience. But act swiftly – the offer ends December 31, 2023.
The ensemble of perks kicks off with a range of options that are redeemable for every 50 room nights contracted, including concessions such as VIP airport transfer for hassle-free commutes, a complimentary room rental fee to ease your budget worries, or indulgent delights such as a champagne toast to start your evening on a bubbly note. Additional options include complimentary resort fee, free self-parking, every 30th guest room complimentary, a VIP upgrade for one in every 25 rooms, and more.
Take Advantage of Special Winter Packages
The Cassara Carlsbad has prepared a collection of enchanting vacation packages brimming with festive spirit. Here are four to add adventure, relaxation, and charm to your visit…
Winter Treats Package:Escape the cold and snuggle up with the Winter Treats Package. The offer includes a festive reusable tote, a charming ornament, a coloring book, crayons, and more to unite the family in the spirit of the season. Plus, your nightly parking fees are waived.
Suites & Eats Package: Luxuriate in an impeccably appointed suite while enjoying extra room, extra comfort, and extra perks. This Package pampers guests with a nightly $50 food and beverage credit, premium Wi-Fi, and early check-in/late check-out when available.
Shop & Stay Package: Experience the joy of the season while checking off your holiday gift list. Included are overnight accommodations, a $50 Visa Gift Card per night booked, waived parking fees, and a complimentary shuttle to and from the Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall.
Stay S’more Package: Indulge in the magic of holiday nights and the warm glow of fire pit lights with this popular package. Create priceless memories with scrumptious S’mores kits and enjoy free parking for the duration of your visit.
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AUGUST 10, 2026
The Secret to a Home That Feels Just Right
Behind every beautiful space is a thoughtful process, and ASID San Diego is helping homeowners understand the value of professional design.
A perfectly designed home rarely happens by accident. Those kitchens that feel effortless and rooms that seem to tell a story the second you walk in? They’re usually the work of someone who knows exactly what they’re doing.
It’s knowing which ideas will actually work, which materials will hold up over time, and how to turn a collection of choices into a space that feels intentional. That’s where a professional interior designer comes in.
For the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) California San Diego Chapter, the goal is to help people see interior design as more than just the finished look. Behind every well-designed space is a process built on technical expertise. Designers are educated in everything from professional software and construction details to building codes, space planning, materials, and functionality.
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“People don’t always realize how much goes on behind the scenes,” Kirsten Recce , current president of the ASID California San Diego Chapter, says. “Our designers are not just doing furniture placement and color selection and picking out new fluffy pillows. That’s not what they’re trained for.”
ASID members bring formal education, continued learning, and industry knowledge to their projects, helping create spaces that are not only beautiful, but designed to work. A paint color that changes completely depending on the lighting. A material that looks beautiful in a showroom but doesn’t make sense for everyday life. A layout that photographs well but doesn’t function for the people living there. These are the details where professional guidance can make all the difference.
Still, one of the biggest misconceptions about hiring an interior designer is that it’s reserved for massive renovations, luxury homes, or people who already know exactly what they want. The process can feel intimidating. Where do you begin? Is a designer worth the investment? What if you only need help with one room?
ASID’s answer: start with one hour.
ASID’s Spruce Up events break down one of the biggest barriers between homeowners and professional design: knowing where to begin. Held twice a year, the community program gives homeowners the chance to work directly with an ASID designer through a one-hour, $125 consultation in their own home. Whether you’re looking for advice on furniture placement, window treatments, kitchen and bath updates, remodeling ideas, vacation rentals, color selections or something else entirely, the upcoming September 2026 event offers an approachable way to get expert guidance before committing to a full project. Signups are open through Sept. 7, with consultations taking place Sept. 21 through Oct. 31. Proceeds benefit ASID San Diego’s educational and community programs. Register here!
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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are in that exploratory phase,” Recce says. “Maybe they’re not sure they want to hire an interior designer yet, or they think it sounds daunting or expensive. This gives them a chance to discover what working with a designer is actually like.”
Design is personal. A good designer isn’t just creating a beautiful room; they’re helping create a space that fits the way someone lives.
“We’re a resource to all of San Diego County,” Recce says. “It doesn’t cost anything to pick up the phone and call and ask. We’ll answer.”
Growing up, Laika Nur, MD, Scripps Clinic sports medicine specialist, loved watching beach volleyball when the Association of Volleyball Professionals tour came to her hometown of Chicago. A talented volleyball player herself, she remembers sitting in the stands all day, and once, even got a couple autographs. Years later, Dr. Nur was attending a professional event focused on women’s sports, and the discussion turned to a new professional women’s volleyball league. The general manager and coaching staff for San Diego’s team, the Mojo, happened to be in attendance, and Dr. Nur took the opportunity to ask them if they needed a team doctor. Flash forward to the Mojo’s inaugural 2024 season, when Dr. Nur officially became the team physician. Click here to read more about Dr. Nur and how she incorporates lessons she learned on the court into her practice.
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Your feet and ankles probably aren’t something you give much thought to—until something goes wrong. Orthopedic surgeons at Scripps Clinic are on the leading edge of foot and ankle reconstruction, treating patients with sports injuries, deformities, traumatic injuries and other conditions. That includes repairing torn Achilles tendons with a minimally invasive procedure that shrinks the incision site to less than a centimeter, and performing advanced ankle replacement on some patients with ankle arthritis. Read more about Scripps’ innovations in foot and ankle care here.
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Mai Vue was just 34 weeks pregnant when she delivered her baby. Her pregnancy had been complicated, and she’d had a recent second trimester pregnancy loss, which led to her receiving specialized care from Sean Daneshmand, MD, a Scripps Clinic perinatologist who oversees high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Daneshmand and his team took care of Mai during her pregnancy, through the birth of her healthy baby girl and beyond. Mai was part of a program Scripps launched to provide support to new moms in the weeks and months after delivery. The postpartum program, known as Scripps Health’s Fourth Trimester Continuum of Care, provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies to optimize their health after childbirth and reduce the risk of complications in future pregnancies. Click here to learn more.
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It’s estimated that one in five people in the U.S. will develop skin cancer at some point in their lives. When you factor in living in a sun-soaked city like San Diego and the outdoorsy lifestyle that comes with it, that figure can jump to as high as one in three, which makes early detection and intervention all the more important. Dermatologists at Bighorn Mohs and Dermatology Center are using innovative imaging methods and advanced surgical techniques to diagnose and treat skin cancer. For certain cancers in sensitive spots, like the face, dermatologists perform Mohs surgery, removing skin tissue layer by layer until reaching healthy, cancer-free tissue. They also use a process called immunohistochemistry to view tissue samples taken during Mohs surgery in far greater detail than previous methods. Read more about how Scripps is advancing skin cancer care here.
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When endurance athlete Isaac Sanchez learned he had cancer, he felt blindsided. He was healthy, surfed often and was training for an Ironman triathlon. But he had to put that on hold to undergo treatment. His physicians at Scripps Cancer Center developed a plan to treat the cancer in his tonsil and lymph nodes that included six-and-a-half weeks of near-daily radiation and weekly chemotherapy. He also worked with a Scripps Cancer Center dietitian to enhance his nutrition to promote strength and healing. Today, Isaac’s back to doing what he loves. Read more of his story here.
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