Day Trip to the Salton Sea & Salvation Mountain
Up for a completely different, totally offbeat day trip? Spend a few hours taking in some of California’s weirdest landscapes and trippiest outsider art installations along the banks of the disappearing Salton Sea. Explore the dystopian ruins of Bombay...
Men’s Guide to Clothes Shopping in Palm Springs
We don’t believe that clothes make the man, but they certainly can improve the view! Whether you’re looking for a pair of festive short shorts or a vintage-inspired polo, we’ve got you covered with Santiago Resort’s guide to menswear shopping in...
MARGARITAS, PERFECTED
We believe life is too short for mediocre margaritas, especially when you’re on vacation in the desert. So with your drinking pleasure in mind, a few members of our hospitality team went in search of the best margaritas in Palm Springs. The margaritas...
Thursday Night VillageFest
If your desert escape happens to include a Thursday night, head to the heart of downtown and take a stroll through VillageFest. Every Thursday a stretch of Palm Canyon Drive closes to car traffic and transforms into a festive night market featuring...
Favorite Desert Oasis Hikes
Forests of towering palm trees, shady streams surrounded by greenery, even an icy waterfall. Yes, you’re still in the desert. And no, it’s not a mirage. You’re exploring a tropical desert oasis, just minutes away from the lounge chairs at Santiago....
WONDERFULLY WILD
It’s hard to resist lounging the day away at Santiago’s swimming pool, but if you’re in the mood to see some of the Desert’s other wildlife you’ll want to check out The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Here you’ll become immersed in the desert...
Eat, Drink, Shop & Repeat!
Your Walkable Guide to South Palm Springs Whether it’s your first-time visiting Santiago or you’re a seasoned regular, there’s always something interesting nearby to see and do. As the temperatures begin to cool down, we wanted to share a list of...
Desert Dining: Plant-Based Edition
Looking for the best vegetarian or vegan restaurants in Palm Springs? Or at least a place that features a solid selection of plant-based options on the menu? We've got you covered! Here are some of our favorite places around town with delicious vegetarian...
WALK INTO YOUR WEEKEND WITH SOME ART
Only 10 minutes from the Santiago Resort, the Art Walk on Perez Road is a must for those looking to experience some of the desert’s local art talent. Organized by the Perez Road Art + Design District, the event allows visitors to stroll through nine art...
The Wild Wild West
If you’re interested in taking a break from basking in the Palm Springs sun, then head west. The wild wild west that is. Forty-five minutes from Santiago Resort, you'll find yourself transported to the old western town known as Pioneertown. Founded...