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Palm Springs and the other eight other cities in Coachella Valley are experiencing an unprecedented growth of visitors. Visitors want to relax and soak up the sun in this tropical desert paradise, advertising it has 350 days a year. Plus, there is an influx of people moving here and making the Valley their home. People have discovered that the views, activities, and weather continue to cause a sense of awe each day. Interspersed with clouds, the sun often provides an ever-changing scene on the surrounding mountains.

Staycation at Omni Rancho Las Palmas

Amid a hectic schedule with limited open days on my calendar, a delightful opportunity presented itself in the form of an invitation from a public relations firm. The proposal was to experience a luxurious stay at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas. With no restrictions imposed by the public relations firm, the stage was set for a rejuvenating staycation at this upscale resort. Admittedly, I -98- | ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ December, 2023

had never been on the resort’s grounds, so that it would be a new adventure nine miles from my Palm Springs residence.

Arrival at the Luxury Resort and Spa

Arriving at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas, I drove through the well-landscape driveway profuse with flowers, all the way to the covered grand entrance. I exited the car and walked into a high-ceiling lobby with overstuffed chairs and a giant centerpiece of white orchid plants of various heights proudly displayed on a dark, round wooden table.

Check-in went smoothly. I was instructed to head out the door and follow Chris in the golf cart to the parking lot, where my car would stay for 2.5 days without moving it. I felt there would be plenty to do to keep me occupied, and I proved right.

Room with a view

While opening the door to my room, I witnessed the sunlight beaming in at the far end through the French doors. I put my suitcase on the stand and explored the expansive space that would be my staycation home. I walked to the French doors, which opened to a patio with a small table and


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Extended Weekend Getaways - Dec. 2023

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Travel Treasures: Last Minute Gifts

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Recipes For Life: A Memorial, Magical, Meaningful Christmas

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Wedding Tips: 'Tis The Season For A Holiday Wedding

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Hotel Hospitality: Redweek.com Offers Exquisite on a Budget

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Sports Spot: The Top Ten States For Sports Fans To Go

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Delicious Delights Gracias Madre's Organic Fare

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Going Global: Christmas and Winter The Swedish Way

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Winter Wonderland Fairmont Lodge

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Christmas Magic

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All Aboard Jingle Rails

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Amana Colonies Christmas

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Wichita-Meet The Legendary

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A Holly Dazzle Holiday

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A Festive Holiday Retreat

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Comstock: Christmas Lights Capital

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Best Holiday Events in Butler County

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Creating Memories This Holiday Season: At Shores & islands Ohio

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Fantasy Of Light

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A Holiday Journey

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Grand Geneva Resort Sets the Mood for a Grand Christmas Holiday Spirit

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Cullman Pyramid & Rickwood Caverns

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It's The Happy Place For The Holidays

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9 Ideas For Family Fun At Blue Ridge Cabin

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Van Gogh Experience

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A journey Into Joy

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The Reindeer Farm Is Ready For Guests

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Enjoy a "Home Alone" Experience

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The Greatest Stories Never Told

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The Inn At Christmas Place

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A Magical Tennessee Christmas

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Old Town Alexandria: A Magical Journey In History

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A Winter Wonderland At The North Pole Alaska

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Luminaries At Desert Botanical Garden

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Sunny Scottsdale

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It's A Luxurious Holiday Staycation

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A Denver Zoo Christmas

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A Winter Wonderland In The West Worth Repeating

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Jack Frost To Lead A Grand Snowball Fight

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A Christmas Prelude At Kennebunkport

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Old-Fashioned Christmas In Whitehaven

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"Seas-And" Greeting From Massachusetts

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Uniquely Western Massachusettes

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Santa's Workshop

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Holiday Trains Are Fun For All Ages

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Unforgettable Christmas

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Enjoy A Wintertime Getaway In Washington D.C.

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