How to Vacation in Palm Desert when you don't Golf.
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Palm Desert is a Beautiful Oasis in the desert and an Oasis from your Stress filled Life!
Palm Desert, California is a beautiful place of warmth and serenity away from the stress of your busy everyday life.
We stayed at a luxurious vacation townhome and from there we could enjoy Palm Desert at our leisure.
One of my favorite outings was our day at the Living Desert Zoo. I have featured this marvelous place to visit.
News from the Living Desert Zoo on Oct. 21, 2009 - Newborn Zebra at Palm Desert Wildlife Park on view to the public.
Retreat Entrance
Grama Barb wrote: "The minute we pulled into this driveway the quiet, warm beauty started to relax us.
I loved my stay here!"
Where I Stayed and I want to stay again!
- Fully Equipped Palm Desert Retreat
- This luxurious 1600 Sq. Feet Palm Desert Getaway is perfect for couples or families. (sleeps 6) Extra pullout beds are available onsite along with a double car garage.
- REDUCED -- This retreat has a deal for you during December - book here....
- Save money when you book your vacation here - look at this deal....."Go to the Sun' special
- Inside the townhome - a slide show
- A full size condo - tour the inside
Amenities of the Resort
Pampered Guests
Junior Olympic Pool, Hot tub, Toddlers Water Park, Billiards Room, Amenity Room equipped with a Gourmet Kitchen and Fireplace, Top of the Line Gym, Playground and Common Park.
Toddlers Welcome
NO Lifeguard - all children must be supervised.
More Vacation Fun at Offroad Rentals
Offroad Rentals is a premier ATV rental facility located in a small desert town just west of Palm Springs California.
We serve the entire family.
Desert Fun
- Off Road Rentals
- We have been offering ATV on-site rentals, in a beautiful private desert riding area for over two decades.
The above photograph was taken here. - Desert Adventures
- The adventure begins the moment you board your big red jeep and depart on an exciting jeep eco-tour of the San Andreas Fault.
- Sky Watcher - Star Gazing Tours
- Star Watcher has entertained over 500,000 people with a unique combination of stargazing and storytelling that is out of this world!
- Attend the 2010 Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance
- February 26 - 28, 2010 Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance
A celebration of beauty, art, design and engineering, this premier motorsports lifestyle event culminates with the prestigious Concours d'Elegance, Sunday, February 28, 2010.
Enjoy three days of classic cars, exclusive art and collectibles, high fashion, fine wine and exceptional food. - Bob Hope Classic
- Okay so you don't golf - but wouldn't you love to be part of the Bob Hope Classic gallery on January 18 to 24, 2010? Click to see the photographs of this spectacular golf course!
Palm Desert Living Zoo's focus is on protecting and education of endangered species
Living Desert
- Living Desert
- This is a website tour through the Living Desert
Butterflies of the Desert up-close
Queen Butterflies (Danaus gilippus) at the Living Desert Zoo
Animal Fact Sheets
- Mexican Wolf
- Read about how the The Living Desert has a large role in Mexican wolf recovery.
- Reticulated Giraffe
- The reticulated giraffe is tan with white markings. A giraffe's spots are like fingerprints; each is unique pattern.
- Ankole Longhorn Cattle
- Ankole live where temperatures can range from 20-120 degrees F, and have therefore developed the large horns, which are honey-combed with blood vessels, to help with thermoregulation.
Our view of the endangered Mexican Wolf at Living Desert Zoo
The Mexican wolf is the most southerly subspecies of the gray wolf in North America.
Reticulated Giraffe at The Living Desert Zoo
Giraffes are well suited for the hot, dry climate as they can go a long time without drinking water when they eat acacia leaves that can be up to 74% water.
I was so excited to take this photograph of the regal Giraffe!
Visiting the Living Desert on video
Ankole Longhorn Cattle
Go to Palm Desert for your vacation - trust me - there is something for everyone - it is not just for golfers.
Driving directions
Palm Springs/desert Cities, California
The Thomas Guide Streets of Palm Springs Desert Cities
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This detailed map of Palm Springs, California, including surrounding desert cities has complete coverage for the cities and surrounding area, with an inset map for downtown, plus most major tourist and business districts. When you flip the map over, you will find a complete street index and a "city and vicinity" map of the entire metro area.
Have you been here? - Please sign my guestbook...
What do you love about Palm Desert?
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holidayapartments
Oct 31, 2011 @ 7:17 am | delete
- Beautiful resort. Where is this beautiful resort located?
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kimlow
Jan 2, 2011 @ 9:23 am | delete
- Nice pictures provided... i like the swimming pool, how about garage door bottom seal
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CCGAL
Sep 12, 2010 @ 7:36 pm | delete
- Ah, we have been very near, but have not vacationed there. I have a relative who lives in Palm Springs, and we've stayed at the Happy Traveler RV Park there, and most recently over in Desert Hot Springs at the Agua Caliente RV Resort Community. I loved the mineral springs, but didn't much care for the sand where our trailer was parked. Will have to check out that zoo on our next trip out there. Glad I saw this so I can make plans!
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Ecolicious
Jan 16, 2010 @ 4:13 pm | delete
- Nice vacation picture lens.
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LotusPetalYoga
Jan 4, 2010 @ 11:29 am | delete
- My father lives in Palm Desert and we love to visit. I love the lIving Desert as well as some of the other local hiking areas. Also just 1 hour away is Joshua Tree National Park with excellent rock climbing, one of my favorite things to do! Excellent lens, 5 stars from me :)
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Jewelsofawe
Nov 29, 2009 @ 3:14 pm | delete
- What a wonderful giraffe picture! I love giraffes! I know Palm Desert. I grew up in Orange County and lived for many years in Riverside and Temecula. It is hot there! In fact I used to do audits out there. This is a lovely lens on it. Blessed!
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blue22d
Oct 31, 2009 @ 4:12 pm | delete
- I didn't know they have the wildlife park. Great lens. ***** and a favorite.
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WritingforYourWealth
Oct 31, 2009 @ 2:20 am | delete
- I would just enjoy the sun! It's pouring out here (Seattle) now and has been all week. The report says more rain for next week, heh.
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grannysage
Oct 30, 2009 @ 7:08 pm | delete
- Beautiful. I've never had an inkling to go to Palm Desert. I prefer the ocean. But you've almost convinced me to go......nah, still like the ocean.
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paperfacets
Oct 28, 2009 @ 9:32 pm | delete
- I am glad you enjoyed your visit. I will try the Living Dessert Zoo the next time I go.
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A Complete Guide
Explorer's Guide Palm Springs & Desert Resorts: A Great Destination (Explorer's Great Destinations)
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This book leaves no stone unturned. Includes many wonderful sights not included in other guidebooks. The long history of celebrity association is regaled in detail (including some juicy gossip)!
Desert Oasis
Palm Springs Legends: Creation of a Desert Oasis
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Enjoy a historical, behind-the-scenes romp: Ride the tram, meet the stars, and discover the myriad forces and diverse population that made the Palm Springs area an international destination.
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The Canadian Snowbird Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Living Part-Time in the USA and Mexico
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Among the topics this book includes are: the Snowbird lifestyle; financial planning; what documents you need to enter the US; what types of insurance and coverage are recommended; ensuring you have an up-to-date will; how US tax law applies to Canadians if money is earned or property sold; snowbirding in Mexico and Costa Rica; plus FAQs, checklists, and sources of further information.
Palm Desert Index
- Retreat Entrance
- Where I Stayed and I want to stay again!
- Amenities of the Resort
- Toddlers Welcome
- More Vacation Fun at Offroad Rentals
- Desert Fun
- Palm Desert Living Zoo's focus is on protecting and education of endangered species
- Living Desert
- Butterflies of the Desert up-close
- Animal Fact Sheets
- Our view of the endangered Mexican Wolf at Living Desert Zoo
- Reticulated Giraffe at The Living Desert Zoo
- Visiting the Living Desert on video
- Ankole Longhorn Cattle
- Driving directions
- Palm Springs/desert Cities, California
- Have you been here? - Please sign my guestbook...
- Weather in Palm Desert, CA
- More to do in Palm Desert, CA
- Latest news about Palm Desert, CA
- Transportation in Palm Desert, CA
- Go !
- A Complete Guide
- Desert Oasis
- Each year Canadians migrate to southern climes to enjoy warm weather
- Palm Desert
- The second bedroom - which was my room.
- You know you want to say here - see what days are available
- Living Desert Twitters
- Introduction to California Desert Wildflowers
- For people with RV's
- My Top Lenses
- About GramaBarb
Palm Desert
The second bedroom - which was my room.
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For people with RV's
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- 76000 Frank Sinatra Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211
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