Blog: Out & About

Cacti at the Cacterium

This month we’re telling you about one of our favorite desert gardens named Moorten Botanical, just a short bicycle ride away from Santiago.  Started more than 70 years ago, some of the cactus plants there have grown to be enormous! One of the most...

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TEN GREAT SPOTS TO WALK TO FROM SANTIAGO

Many guests ask where can we walk for food, shopping, etc that are close to the hotel. We thought making a list of our 10 favorite places that are all less than a mile from Santiago seemed like a cool list to create. Where to eat….....

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MODERN HOME

Palm Springs, known for its amazing restaurants and fun bars, is also one of the best Mid-Century shopping meccas in California. Throughout the city, you can find many vintage and resale shopping destinations from thrift stores that benefit nonprofits...

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WE LOVE MODERN DESIGN

One of our favorite outings, the Palm Springs Museum’s Architecture and Design Center is a must see for anyone interested in mid-century architecture and desert design.  Formerly the Santa Fe Savings and Loan, the iconic glass and steel building is a...

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PALM SPRINGS FIT

If you’re a regular visitor to Palm Springs, you may know the popular gyms where the big boys work out (if not, just ask any one of our buff staff guys!)  But sometimes on vacation, you’re in the mood for something different.  Well, here are our...

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ART IN THE HIGH DESERT

Art is often viewed in isolated settings:  museums or the walls of our homes and offices. But if viewed within the context of the creative process, there is potential for a deeper understanding.  This is precisely what the yearly, self-guided Hwy 62...

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LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS

For decades, Palm Springs has been a hide-away for the rich and famous.  Drawn by the sun and close proximity to Hollywood, many interesting, fabulous people have built homes and estates here.  Many of these homes are considered true architectural gems...

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Sunnylands

One of Palm Springs’ premier tourist destinations, Sunnylands is now open for public tours.  This grand estate with its famous art collection and mind-blowing vistas is one of our favorite destinations. The remarkable property has hosted some legendary...

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Feel the Integratron’s Power

Whether you want to center your chakras, connect to another universe, or just see what all the hoopla is about, a visit to Palm Springs wouldn’t be nearly as enriching without a trip to the Integratron. Created by Ufologoist George Van Tassel and based...

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