| Known as "The Gem of The Desert" and sparkling | | | | hop on a gondola and speed to the top of Mount |
| with endless vacation potential, La Quinta is one of | | | | San Jacinto. You can dine on a fabulous meal or snap |
| Southern California's idyllic spots that tend to incite | | | | a few pictures as you enjoy a thrilling view of the |
| jealousy, or at least fervent admiration, among | | | | valley. If you're intrigued by the distant deserts, then |
| non-Californians. At any rate, it's a great place to visit, | | | | sign up for a jeep tour or horseback ride that will |
| so consider stopping by if you're ready for some | | | | take you through the unique terrain at the pace you |
| high-quality, west coast-style rest and relaxation. | | | | find most comfortable. |
| The foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains makes for a | | | | If the distinctive rock formations, roadrunner |
| fine atmosphere to enjoy a break from the stress | | | | sightings, and dusty trails are enough to nurture your |
| and strain of daily life. The Coachella Valley is a | | | | wild side, then book yourself a spa appointment that |
| peaceful place to be, and visitors usually have no | | | | will cleanse you of the day's residue, not to mention |
| problem unwinding. As you would expect, the | | | | any remaining knots or tension that still remains within |
| weather is sunny, the scenery is to die for, and the | | | | your muscles. If you need to keep the momentum |
| activities will keep you busy for the duration of your | | | | going, then perhaps you'll be lucky enough to attend |
| trip, should you be wise enough to head this | | | | the Indio Desert Circuit. This event is several weeks |
| direction, that is. | | | | long and brings together some of the finest show |
| La Quinta is a once-tiny place a half hour from Palm | | | | jumpers and other equestrians in the country. |
| Springs that has expanded to include all the standard | | | | Find further adventure scaling a few craggy cliffs, if |
| diversions that make a resort town great. From golf | | | | that's the kind of thing that gets your motor running. |
| to shopping, art galleries to outdoor adventure, | | | | A state-of-the-art climbing facility can also be found |
| there's something to satisfy everyone within this | | | | nearby that will allow old pros as well as newcomers |
| privileged region beneath the majestic form of the | | | | to the sport to achieve great heights in safety. Also, |
| mountains. Be aware of all that there is to see and | | | | bikers will enjoy the extensive trails that weave |
| do so that you won't risk missing a single thing, or | | | | around La Quinta, providing a de-stressing challenge |
| just plan to stay long enough to take everything in | | | | or two in addition to a good cardio session. |
| while rediscovering that elusive sense of inner calm. | | | | Nature buffs will want to visit The Living Desert to |
| For example, as you putt away on the world-class | | | | view the wildlife and botanical points of interest, and |
| famous golf courses you'll feel happy to be alive. If | | | | those with an eye for art shouldn't miss the galleries |
| these greens are good enough for the pros, they're | | | | at La Quinta for the chance to pick up a |
| certainly good enough for you, so relish the | | | | one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry, sculpture or painting. |
| experience of gazing across hallowed golfing ground | | | | Just so you know, these are most of the top Palm |
| as you play your best game ever. Tennis is also a | | | | Springs and La Quinta attractions, but not all of them. |
| little bit more fun here thanks to the low humidity | | | | Speaking of one-of-a-kind, renting a vacation home |
| and stunning surroundings. Rally with your traveling | | | | rather than electing to stay in a hotel will add |
| companion or make new friends as you serve and | | | | something special to this trip. A few bonus amenities, |
| volley to your heart's content on the finest courts | | | | the charming atmosphere of a hacienda or casita, a |
| around. | | | | garden, a yard...the list of reasons to take this route |
| In addition to these assets and others that you'd | | | | could go on and on. Sleeping, eating, and spending |
| expect to see in Cali, like tons of swimming pools and | | | | your downtime in comfort will serve as a solid |
| rows of designer stores, you'll also encounter a few | | | | foundation for an amazing trip, so consider this option |
| unexpected surprises in the La Quinta area. If you | | | | if you haven't already. |
| enjoy mountain views (and who doesn't), be sure to | | | | |