CABANA CHRISTMAS VILLAGE & CLASSES
Light up your holiday season at the Park Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad to experience an array of holiday activities. A highlight for locals and guests in the complimentary Cabana Christmas Village. It’s the second annual and families begin their journey poolside roaming from cabanas not only with dazzling décor but each has an experience whether it’s cookie decorating, ornament making, hot cocoa and cider stations, or photos with Santa, it’s a jolly good time.
In addition to Cabana Christmas Village, the resort features an incredible gingerbread display hand-crafted by their talented pastry team in the lobby. And you can make it a holiday staycation and reserve a room at Park Hyatt Aviara. The resort also offers the option to elevate your stay with a Christmas tree or an embroidered stocking in your room.
Plus there are festive offerings for families like Gingerbread Classes, Traditional High Tea, or the seasonal Teddy Bear Tea where at this family friendly tea experience with the Peppermint Princess, guests are invited to bring a teddy bear to donate.
CHARLIE BROWN JINGLES AND JAZZ
One of our favorite holiday traditions is watching Charlie Brown Christmas made famous by Charles M. Schulz. We love that Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the entire Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. And the soundtrack to the movie has become part of everyone’s holiday music rotation. This weekend, CAMARADA will present “Charlie Brown Jingles & Jazz” , a special concert celebrating jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi’s beloved soundtrack to the 1965 television special, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Nearly 60 years since its first screening, its message and soundtrack still resonate. CAMARADA with the Peter Sprague Group performing LIVE at The Conrad for two nights only.
Southern California guitar icon Peter Sprague arranged music exclusively for this Camarada program. Featured artists include Peter Sprague, vocalist Allison Adams Tucker and the musicians of the Peter Sprague Group. It is San Diego’s newest holiday tradition and perfect for families to enjoy with all the nostalgic warm holiday feels.
DIY PHOTO GIFTS AND TAGS FROM YOUR HOME PRINTER
Get creative this holiday season and get the whole family involved in making photo gifts and tags for others. We used to think our printer is for work and making copies, but a new world was unlocked when we switched our way of thinking and now we use our printer as a photo center to easily print out pictures, printable and to create thoughtful gifts.
We use the HP Envy Printer, but you can use your own home computer, and take photo paper, print pictures and then use those to create family ornaments, frames or even gift tags. We love selecting a photo from a trip or special memory, printing it out and pairing it with a unique frame.
Another fun idea is to print out photos from all of the holiday adventures and use washi tape and stickers to create fun borders. This is something easy that kids can do and makes a thoughtful gift for others. We also love that HP has lots of fun printables for the holiday season. They have gift tags and photo ornament templates, plus lots more to explore and create.
SHAKE SHACK & HOLIDAY PHOTOS
It’s that time of year where the holiday activities are non-stop. Slowing down for a shared meal is so important. Plus, why not make it sweet for everyone?! Shake Shack is one of our family’s favorite spots to grab a burger and fries and time together! And you can make that time together sweet for everyone – Shake Shack’s holiday shakes feature everyone’s favorite Trolls – think Poppy’s Sugar Cookie Shake and Branch’s Chocolate Peppermint Shake. Plus at the One Paseo location, there is a Winter Studebaker Truck, where you can take free family photos.
Dress in your finest attire or holiday sweaters, gather your loved ones, and make your way to One Paseo for a delightful photo session with the enchanting Winter Studebaker Truck. Adorned with timeless winter decorations, this beloved vintage red truck serves as the ideal backdrop for this year’s family holiday cards! Plus every Friday and Saturday evening from 5pm – 7pm, One Paseo’s urban village will transform into a Winter Wonderland where guests can enjoy snow cascading from the rooftops, throughout the plaza.
