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My favorite course is the Mountain course, but the Stadium Course is a must play - the island green on 17 and the 100 foot sand bunker will test your skills.
La Quinta Resort Mountain™ Course
Famous for its unique design and visually stunning setting, the Mountain Course is ranked among Golf Magazine's "Top 100 Courses You Can Play."
La Quinta Resort Dunes™ Course
This Pete Dye-designed course provides a relaxing round of golf surrounded by dramatic landscapes.
PGA WEST® Greg Norman Course
Spectacular desert terrain with limited turf gives players a unique and challenging experience on this recently renovated course. This is target golf, people either love it or hate it.
PGA WEST Stadium Golf® Course
Ranked among Golf Magazine’s "Top 100 Courses You Can Play," this Pete Dye jewel is described as a "must" play for all who seek the ultimate thrill.
PGA WEST® Jack Nicklaus Tournament Course
This course combines dramatic backdrops with challenging design to leave a lasting impression on golfers of every level.
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La Quinta Resort & Club's world-class tennis club is consistently rated in the "Top 20" by Tennis Magazine. Guests can play on hard and clay surfaces. A fully stocked Pro Shop, sunken court, Olympic-sized pool and spa surround the historic Clubhouse which was once a gracious estate.
The Tennis Facility
23 Tennis Courts open daily 7am -10pm (hard), 8am-5pm(clay)
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Fees: Pro Shop 760.564.3385 760.771.3919 Fax |
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Court Rental |
$25 per hard court and $35 per clay court, per hour. |
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Ball Machine |
$40 per hour |
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Racquet Rental |
$15 per premium and $10 for standard racquets. |
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Lessons |
$100 per hour, $60 per 1/2 hour |
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Semi-private |
$120 per hour |
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Daily Clinic |
$25 per hour |
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*24 hour cancellation is required for lessons and clinics. Proper tennis attire is required. No tank tops or running shoes. |
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If you want to get a run in, get up early and go for a run in the desert with Thura. There is a great trail that takes you through a subdivision and then along the mountains in the desert. It is also quite beautiful (and safe) at night if you have the energy.
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In a quiet, natural landscape, Spa La Quinta offers you the ultimate retreat. The ambiance of Spa La Quinta and many of the treatments were borrowed from the area's Native American ancestors.
The outdoor spa experience takes precedence. From a therapeutic soak to a signature Celestial Shower under the stars, only the La Quinta desert sky adds another dimension to serenity and relaxation
Spa La Quinta also offers the Yamaguchi Salon. Internationally known for cutting and coloring techniques, Yamaguchi also originated the idea and practice of integrating the Asian Feng Shui philosophy into a holistic approach to beauty.
There is high end shopping on El Paseo in Palm Springs.
If you enjoy factory outlets, there is a big area at Morongo, about 38 miles west on Highway 10.
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I have not made the trip here, but it is a famous park. Those of you who are not golfers, may want to make a visit. It is about 50 miles away from the resort.
Thura and I are not the biggest gamblers so we have never checked out the local casinos, but for the gamblers there are several casinos close by, described below.
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This is about 27 miles away around 111 and Indian Avenue at
401 EAST AMADO ROAD• PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262
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www.hotwatercasino.com/ac -c_index.html
This is about 11 miles away at
32-250 BOB HOPE DRIVE • RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
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This is the biggest casino near by. It is about 38 miles away, west on Highway 10.
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The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is one of the most thrilling and unique activities in Southern California. The large cable car gondola elevates from the desert floor to the top of Mt. San Jacinto, rising over 8,516 feet in just 15 minutes! Dine at the peak of San Jacinto with breathtaking views of the valley. The mountain station at the top has a restaurant, cocktail lounge, gift shop, picnic area and movie theater.
Jeep Tours. The beauty of the California desert landscape is often missed by the casual observer. One way to fully discover this natural wonder is on a guided Jeep Tour. By exploring the path less traveled, the Jeep Tour takes each passenger to the heart of the desert, and creates a truly memorable experience.
Horseback Riding. One of the best ways to truly connect with the desert environment is to ride the trails on horseback. Riding through the scenic foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains, the guide will point out unusual rock formations left by the ancient Salton Sea. And all riders are warmly greeted along the way by the local desert denizens, including rabbits, coyotes, and roadrunners.
Polo Grounds. Polo Grounds We offer the ambience of lush green polo fields, white picket fences and stables of thoroughbred polo ponies set against the tall palm trees and majestic Santa Rosa mountains.
The Indio Desert Circuit is a world renowned show jumping event that attracts the top international horses and riders who journey to Indio, California to compete under the watchful eye of some of the country's foremost hunter, jumper and equitation judges. This spectacular seven-week hunter/jumper show first began in Indio in 1992 and 2003 looks to be the Circuit's biggest and best ever!
Bicycle Adventure. "May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back," as you bicycle over challenging desert trails designed to revitalize the soul and body.
The Living Desert. Billed as the desert's natural attraction, a guide at this wildlife and botanical park will introduce you to mountain lions, bobcats, Mexican wolves and golden eagles of the Colorado Desert.
Art Galleries. Visit The Studios Art Gallery in the La Quinta Resort Plaza. 760.564.7664
Take a short trip to nearby galleries, where you can surround yourself with contemporary art, jewelry, sculpture, furniture, and objets d'art. Whether you're a serious collector or a novice buyer, you'll enjoy browsing works by both emerging and established artists. You can also visit the Palm Springs Desert Museum, located at the base of majestic Mt. San Jacinto, featuring exhibition galleries, outdoor sculpture courts, and a 450-seat theater.
Shopping. This "journey into elegance" is a world-class shopping experience. El Paseo, the Rodeo Drive of the desert.
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies present music and memories in the historic Plaza Theatre, with an exciting cast of singers, dancers, showgirls, and comedy acts. All performers are 50 to 84 years young! You can meet the cast after the performance, and enjoy a free visit of the historic Plaza Theatre's star-studded Hollywood Museum. Show length is 2 1/2 hours.