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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SEPTEMBER 11, 2026
Vi at La Jolla Village – Senior Living in the Heart of Everything
At Vi at La Jolla Village, residents don't have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
Today’s seniors are more connected than ever, with a renewed focus on retirement as a time of discovery and enriching experiences. The ultimate reward for a retirement well-earned is the wisdom to appreciate it all, and what better place to enjoy that unique perspective than Vi at La Jolla Village, in the heart of San Diego.
All-access pass to good living.
As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Vi provides access to a connected and fulfilling community while making it easy to plan for future care, should the need ever arise. With a care plan in place, residents enjoy greater financial predictability and long-term value, freeing them to focus on making the most out of retirement.
Resort-style amenities at the epicenter of a cultural hub like San Diego offer a retirement experience unlike any other. Paired with exceptional dining, spacious accommodations and dedicated staff, the best of maintenance-free living is all around. And with the introduction of Vista 360 Well-Being, Vi’s panoramic approach to wellness, there are more ways than ever for residents to access it all.
The harmony of mind, body and community.
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The key to longevity is striking the right balance in maintaining an active lifestyle with an active mind in a fulfilling community. With newly renovated community spaces and restaurants, Vista brings a variety of opportunities for residents to elevate their well-being through Vi-exclusive “Signature Experiences.”
Vista Enrich takes an evidence-based approach to brain vitality, keeping residents at the forefront of cognitive health through exergaming (exercising + gaming), nutritional plans and informative workshops. It is also home to The Brain Vitality Studio, an innovative facility dedicated to cognitive fitness that has garnered national recognition.
Vista Discover invites residents into stimulating educational experiences, from chef-led cooking demos and guided wine tastings to lectures at local universities and intimate lectures following cultural outings.
While Vista Enrich focuses on brain health and Vista Discover engages residents intellectually, Vista Explore cultivates a sense of adventure through curated travel and local excursions. But broadening one’s horizons doesn’t always require a plane ticket. One recent event brought a taste of the world right to the community: an onsite “jazz cruise” featuring live music and global cuisine served at a series of themed “ports” all within the community’s own ballroom.
“Location, location, location”
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One of the biggest perks of life at Vi at La Jolla Village is its proximity to just about everything. With easy access to transportation and local attractions just steps away, residents can explore and engage with their community at their own pace.
“There are trolley and bus stops within a 5-minute walk that will get you to the beach, UCSD Campus, medical appointments, downtown La Jolla or San Diego, et cetera. We rarely use our car,” said resident Tom Yager.
With the best of San Diego just steps away, residents don’t just live in the city, they live within reach of everything that makes it special.
The best of all worlds.
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At Vi at La Jolla Village, retirement isn’t a chapter to slow down; it’s an invitation to discover more. Tailored community experiences created by Vista, paired with the vibrant pulse of San Diego just outside the door, mean that residents don’t have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
This is what an all-access pass to good living looks like: the comforts of an elevated lifestyle, a community built for growth and a city made for discovery – all in one place.
To learn more about Vi at La Jolla Village or for details on available floor plans, visit ViatLaJollaVillage.com/SDM.
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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