Blog: Out & About

Best Palm Springs Museums

Top 6 Museums in Palm Springs and Coachella Valley

Encompassing everything from modern art and architecture to airplanes and dinosaur fossils, the Greater Palm Springs area is home to a surprising collection of museums. Depending on your interests and how much time you want to spend away from the pool,...

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Cool Activities for Hot Days in Palm Springs

When summer temperatures soar in the desert our favorite spot to cool off is right here in the shaded gardens at Santiago, under a cold stream of water in our blissful outdoor showers. But if you’re in the mood to explore the world beyond the desert’s...

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Sunday Funday Oscars

Sundays in Palm Springs

Here in Palm Springs the gay community loves to turn just about anything into a celebration. Weekends are for playing hard, so why stop on Sunday? Time for boozy brunching, drag shows, beer busts, and T-dances. It’s Sunday Funday! Read on 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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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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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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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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MORNING BIKE RIDES

Before the sun heats up and the pool at Santiago becomes irresistible, one of our favorite morning activities is to grab the bikes and head out exploring some of the great neighborhoods of Palm Springs.   With wide flat streets and plenty of bike...

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