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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...

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Day Spas for Men: Best of the Best

When you’re on vacation, every day is a great day to treat yourself to a little pampering and self-care. Palm Springs is home to dozens of fabulous day spas, but some do a better job than others when it comes to providing facilities and services for...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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....

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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...

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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...

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Desert Dining: Plant-Based Edition

When you visit Palm Springs to bask by the pool, partake in the local outdoor activities and dine at one of the many vibrant local establishments, one welcomed trend taking off and here to stay is healthy, plant-based dining. Our front desk receives...

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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...

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