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Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you further.

General information

Four Seasons Resort Aviara is in the city of Carlsbad, located between Los Angeles and San Diego, two of California's largest centres. Carlsbad, known as "the Village by the Sea," was named for a famous spa in Karlsbad, Bohemia, because of the similarity of its mineral water. Carlsbad is bordered entirely on the west by the Pacific Ocean and long stretches of uncrowded beaches. The name "Aviara" is a creative blend of the terms "aviary," a home for birds and "terra," meaning earth.

Time zone

GMT -8 hours
Pacific Standard Time

Language(s) spoken

English is the primary language; however, services are often available in Spanish.

Electrical system

Local voltage is 110 to 120 volts AC. Adapters available; please request through the Concierge

Shopping hours

Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Working hours

Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Time and distance to city centre

Downtown San Diego: 50 minutes/41 miles/66 kilometres; City of Carlsbad: 12 minutes/9 miles/14 kilometres

Time and distance to shopping

• Carlsbad Premium Outlets: 10 minutes/4 miles/6 kilometres
• Del Mar Plaza: 20 minutes/11 miles/18 kilometres
• Westfield Shopping Town Mission Valley: 40 minutes/29 miles/46 kilometres
• Hazard Center: 35 minutes/28 miles/45 kilometres
• Fashion Valley: 40 minutes/28 miles/45 kilometres
• Bazaar del Mundo: 35 minutes/28 miles/45 kilometres
• University Towne Center: 25 minutes/20 miles/32 kilometres
• Horton Plaza: 39 minutes/32 miles/51 kilometres

View in–depth travel advice from Frommers.com

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Seasonal highlights

January

• The Carlsbad Marathon and Half Marathon

February

• Buick Invitational Golf Tournament, La Jolla
• Accenture Golf Tournament Match Play

March

• Ocean Beach Kite Festival and Parade
• Del Mar Harvest Festival, featuring the Spring Harvest Gift and Food Festival

March-April

• The Flower Fields in Carlsbad feature nearly 50 acres (20 hectares) of Tecolote Ranunculus flowers, in bloom for six to eight weeks.

April

• San Diego International Film Festival
• La Jolla Half Marathon
• San Diego Padres Baseball Season opens

May

• Cinco de Mayo Fiesta: Located in historic Old Town San Diego, this is a three-day festival of Hispanic culture, activities, entertainment and stage performances.
• Carlsbad Village Street Fair
• Annual Del Mar National Horse Show

June

• San Diego County Fair at Del Mar Fairgrounds
• Ocean Beach Street Fair
• Suzuki Rock 'N' Roll Marathon
• Carlsbad Triathlon
• Mainly Mozart Festival performed by the San Diego Symphony

July

• Independence Day fireworks at the Resort and throughout San Diego County
• San Diego Lesbian and Gay Pride Parade, Rally and Festival

July-September

• Del Mar Thoroughbred Racing season, attracting horse racing fans since 1937.
• San Diego Symphony presents the Summer Pops at picturesque Embarcadero Marina Park South in downtown San Diego.

September

• Julian Banjo and Fiddle Contest, Bluegrass Festival and Apple Days: This bluegrass festival in Julian is the oldest in California, kicking off each year during apple season.
• La Jolla Rough Water Swim
• San Diego Film Festival
• Street scene – A two-day musical event at Del Mar Fairgrounds, featuring a mix of today's top artists in the genres of alternative and hip-hop on multiple stages.
• San Diego Chargers football season begins.

October

• Carlsbad Fall Art Festival
• Miramar Air Show

November

• Carlsbad Village Street Fair: California’s largest one-day street fair is held semi-annually in May and November.

December

• Four Seasons Resort Aviara’s Festival of Trees and Children’s Teddy Bear Teas
• Annual Holiday of Lights boat parade in San Diego Harbor
• Holiday of Lights at Del Mar Fairgrounds