La Quinta Resort & Club Blog
September 18th, 2025
Play Smarter with Kevin Connolly
Improve your game with expert insights from Executive Tennis Director Kevin Connolly. Discover five essential strategies to sharpen your serve, refine your footwork, strengthen your mindset, and elevate your overall match performance.
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Top 5 Things to Do this Festive Season in the Coachella Valley
As the year draws to a close and the festive spirit fills the air, the Coachella Valley transforms into a winter wonderland, offering a delightful blend of holiday cheer and desert charm. From dazzling lights displays to heartwarming traditions, here are the top 5 things to do this festive season in the Coachella Valley.
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Your Fall Escape Guide
Fall in the desert is something special. Cooler mornings, golden evenings, and seasonal touches around every corner make La Quinta Resort the perfect autumn retreat. Whether you’re here for the holidays or just a long weekend, here’s your guide to making the most of the season. Start at the Spa Relax into the season with … Read more
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The Benefits of Hydrotherapy: Wellness Through Water
Hydrotherapy, the therapeutic use of water, has been a trusted wellness ritual for centuries. Whether through steam, soaking, or Vichy rain showers, water offers natural healing properties that support the body, calm the mind, and restore balance.
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Play Smarter with Kevin Connolly
Improve your game with expert insights from Executive Tennis Director Kevin Connolly. Discover five essential strategies to sharpen your serve, refine your footwork, strengthen your mindset, and elevate your overall match performance.
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Touchdown Flavor: Burger of the Month at Twenty6
Football season has arrived, and so has the ultimate lineup of gourmet burgers at Twenty6! From September through February, enjoy a new burger creation each month for $26—tots or fries included. Add the perfect beer pairing for just $33 total. September: Nacho Burger Kick off the season with avocado, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, … Read more
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Dia de Muertos at Adobe Grill: Celebrating Tradition with Chef Marco Aguilar
Chef Marco Aguilar invites you to embrace the spirit of Dia de Muertos with his Pan de Muertos recipe. Inspired by his childhood memories, this sweet bread brings together tradition and flavor, making it a delicious way to honor loved ones and celebrate the vibrant Mexican holiday.
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Fall Flavors with Chef Andrew Cooper
As Executive Chef of La Quinta Resort & Club, Andrew Cooper embraces fall as one of the most inspiring times of the year in the kitchen. With cooler temperatures comes a shift in the palate—one that invites bold, hearty ingredients and the comforting richness of the season.
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Top 5 Rooms for Your Romantic Getaway
Ready to plan the romantic escape of your dreams? Discover five enchanting rooms that redefine relaxation, intimacy, and indulgence. From private patios to starlit balconies, these retreats offer everything you need for unforgettable moments with your significant other.
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Your 48-Hour Guide to Exploring La Quinta
Discover the best of La Quinta in just two days. From scenic hikes and boutique shopping to world-class golf and unforgettable dining, this desert oasis offers everything you need for the perfect getaway.
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Love All: A Match Made on the Courts
This February, celebrate love with a playful twist. Discover how the tennis courts at La Quinta Resort & Club create the perfect setting for connection, teamwork, and romance. Whether you’re volleying for fun or sharing a special moment in the stunning desert backdrop, love truly takes center stage. Ready to serve up some romance? Dive into the details now!
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99 Years of Timeless Charm: Celebrate La Quinta Resort
For nearly a century, La Quinta Resort & Club has welcomed guests to its tranquil desert retreat. Discover the history, charm, and unforgettable experiences that have made it a beloved destination since 1926.
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Celebrate Romance in Every Bite
Celebrate love with unforgettable dining experiences at La Quinta Resort. Indulge in expertly curated menus and romantic settings designed to make this Valentine’s Day truly special.
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La Quinta Resort & Club Completes Renovations
One of our greatest delights is when we have the opportunity to enhance the luxury amenities and services to further exceed the highest expectations of our guests.
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New Nonstop Flights Make Hosting Events at La Quinta Resort & Club Easier Than Ever
Starting in December, expanded routes from Toronto, Denver, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and New York City ensure attendees arrive relaxed and ready to enjoy.
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The Story Behind Our “Salute to Service” Old Fashioned
In the world of cocktails, few drinks embody the spirit of craftsmanship, courage, and heritage quite like our Salute to Service Old Fashioned. This cocktail isn’t just a blend of fine spirits; it’s a tribute to the American heroes who have left a lasting legacy of bravery and honor. Let’s take a deeper look at the story behind the cocktail, its ingredients, and its connection to the NFL’s Salute to Service.
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5 Benefits of Fascia Stretch Therapy: Insights from Christina Cabrera
Fascia Stretch Therapy (FST) is a hands-on technique that targets the fascia, the connective tissue around muscles and joints. Unlike traditional stretching, FST deeply loosens tight fascia, improving flexibility and mobility. Christina Cabrera, Director of Spa and Fitness, highlights its benefits for lasting relief and better movement.
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5 Ways to Improve Your Tennis Match by Kevin Connolly
Improve your tennis game with expert tips from Executive Tennis Director Kevin Connolly. Learn five key strategies to enhance your serve, footwork, mindset, and overall match performance.
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From Farm to Table: Sourcing Excellence with Chef Cooper
Discover the local farms behind La Quinta Resort’s vibrant menu with Executive Chef Andrew Cooper. From Canyon Creek Mushroom Farm’s innovative varieties to Aziz Farm’s commitment to sustainability, explore how these partnerships bring fresh, flavorful ingredients to every dish, creating an unforgettable dining experience rooted in community and quality.
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The Wine Series Returns to Morgan’s in the Desert: 2024-2025
Morgan’s in the desert, La Quinta Resort’s signature dining experience, is pleased to announce the launch of a new wine series. This exclusive series offers a unique opportunity for wine enthusiasts and foodies to experience the best wines from around the world, perfectly paired with delectable dishes created by our culinary team. The wine series … Read more
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2024 OpenTable Awards: Celebrating Culinary Excellence
We’re thrilled to announce that Twenty6, Adobe Grill, and Morgan’s in the Desert have all won 2024 Diners’ Choice awards! This honor comes from real guest reviews celebrating our top-notch dining experiences. Come enjoy creative comfort food, vibrant Mexican dishes, and elegant American cuisine. Reserve your table today and taste what makes us special!
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How to Celebrate Watermelon Season in the Coachella Valley
Dive into watermelon season in the Coachella Valley! Enjoy fresh picks from local farms, visit the iconic CA Watermelon Festival, and savor unique watermelon dishes. Celebrate summer’s juiciest fruit with us at La Quinta Resort & Club for a refreshing experience!
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National Wellness Month at La Quinta Resort and Club
Celebrate National Wellness Month with top tips from our spa expert, Christina Cabrera. Embrace gratitude, stay active, hydrate, eat well, and get quality sleep. For a complete reset, visit La Quinta Resort & Club for pools, healthy dining, and luxurious spa treatments.
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Summer Fruit Teas
Summer’s vibrant energy is upon us, and there’s nothing quite like a cool, delicious drink to quench your thirst and add a little pep to your step. This season, The Marketplace is brewing up something special – our brand new Limited Edition Summer Fruit Teas!
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10 Summer Essentials at La Quinta Resort & Club
Here are the top 10 essentials from our retail shops and boutiques to make your summer stay breezy and unforgettable!
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Chill Out This Summer at La Quinta in Palm Springs
Summertime and living’s easy…especially in Palm Springs, California! The desert has a tangible magic that you can feel all year, but the summer months are extra special: dinner reservations aren’t necessary, the pools are free, and the normal crowds have subsided, leaving a laid-back, happy vibe.
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A Spring Break to Remember in Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club in Palm Springs is the ultimate spring break escape. Picture this: poolside chill sessions, epic golf, tennis, and pickleball games, mouthwatering meals and snazzy cocktails, with the mountains and desert as your backdrop. Your best spring break yet starts here!
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A Taste of Romance
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with a touch of elegance at La Quinta Resort. Our culinary team has meticulously crafted three distinct dining experiences that embody the spirit of romance. Indulge in chef-prepared, Coachella Valley-sourced delights, as each menu promises a unique and memorable journey for you and your special someone.
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Desert Smash Returns for 20th Year
Desert Smash returns to the desert and La Quinta Resort & Club on March 5, 2024, marking the twentieth edition of preeminent celebrity charity tennis event and the unofficial kickoff to the world renowned BNP Paribas Open. Over the past 19 years, Desert Smash has proudly raised over $2 million for charitable causes, largely attributable … Read more
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Enjoy the Best Wines and Fine Dining at Morgan’s in the desert
Morgan’s in the desert, La Quinta Resort’s signature dining experience, is pleased to announce the launch of a new wine series. This exclusive series offers a unique opportunity for wine enthusiasts and foodies to experience the best wines from around the world, perfectly paired with delectable dishes created by our culinary team. The wine series features monthly dinners highlighting the best wines of a region or winery, making it an unforgettable gastronomical journey.
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Top Five Reasons to Come to Desert Smash
It’s hard to believe the 19th annual Desert Smash is already here! For those who are not familiar with Desert Smash, it is a tennis extravaganza that brings together Hollywood and professional tennis for charity. When Desert Smash was founded, the first choice as a host venue was the La Quinta Resort & Club. The resort is home to an awe-inspiring sunken tennis court with breathtaking views, the perfect backdrop for Desert Smash.
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3 of the Hottest Wedding Trends
Weddings are back in a big way with nearly 4.7 million* couples predicted to make the walk down the aisle this year and in 2023. La Quinta Resort & Club offers ample options for wedding celebrations catering to a variety of sizes, theme and budget—from intimate ceremonies held in a picturesque palm grove to multiday festivities culminating in a black-tie ballroom gala with 200-plus guests.
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Coachella & Stagecoach Are Back!
Coachella & Stagecoach Are Back! by Jan Maguire This April marks “music festival month” here in Greater Palm Springs with the highly-anticipated return of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach, California’s Country Music Festival. Thousands of music fans from around the world will take over the Empire Polo Club in Indio for three consecutive long … Read more
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6 Ways to Restore Your Health in Our Desert Sanctuary
The word “wellness” has been bandied about more than a pickleball on La Quinta Resort & Club’s state-of-the-art courts—but what is wellness really and how can you get more of it? The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as the active pursuit of activities, choices and lifestyles that lead to a state of holistic health. Habits like regular exercise, restful sleep, eating well, mindfulness practices and much more open the portal to a healthier, happier, and thriving existence and who doesn’t want that? Whether you’re kickstarting new habits, need a refresher course, or have been leading a wellness lifestyle for years, read on for 6 ways to inspire your wellness journey thanks to La Quinta Resort’s mesmerizing setting and amenities.
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5 Awe-Inspiring Outdoor Adventures
Whether you are visiting on vacation or make your home in the Coachella Valley, endless blue skies, fresh air, majestic mountain scenery, and natural beauty of the desert are a powerful elixir for whatever ails you (rainy and cold winters, for starters!). One of the best ways to boost your well-being is to head outside and explore our panoramic desert oasis.
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5 Things to Watch for at the BNP Paribas Open
The excitement is growing in our Southern California resort destination as the biggest month in professional tennis gets underway on Monday, March 7 when the BNP Paribas Open returns to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Only 10 minutes away from La Quinta Resort & Club, this combination ATP World Tour Master 1000 & WTA premier event features the world’s top players in two weeks of thrilling competition.
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Desert Inspires the Arts
Now is the perfect time to explore the Palm Springs area’s dynamic arts and culture scene.
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5 Reasons to Book Your Destination Wedding at our Luxurious Waldorf Astoria Resort
Did your true love propose over Christmas? If so, we extend our warmest congratulations.
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5 Reasons to Celebrate Spring Fever at La Quinta Resort & Club
Follow the rays to sunny Palm Springs where you’ll find a deluge of warmth and luxury to boot!
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Amazing Races
From marathons to century bike rides, the picturesque Palm Springs area is at the forefront of outdoor fitness challenges. Ready, set, go!
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Celebrate the Joys of the Season at La Quinta Resort & Club
Plan a festive getaway with family and friends this holiday season and create lasting memories at our Waldorf Astoria wonderland.
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7 Unforgettable Palm Springs Adventures for Groups
Take your team building outdoors at these one-of-a-kind attractions just minutes from La Quinta Resort & Club.
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Indulge in a La Quinta Wellness Weekend
Celebrate YOU at La Quinta Resort & Club with an unforgettable luxury getaway devoted to your health and well-being.
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Happy Ever After in La Quinta
Top trends for your dream nuptials in our warm winter wedding destination.
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Escape to the Land of Chill
A host of cool amenities and activities are waiting for you this summer at our Waldorf Astoria Resort.
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Farm to Table
La Quinta Resort’s acclaimed chefs dish on choice local ingredients and share recipes ideal for your summer menu.
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Celebrate Mother’s and Father’s Day in Palm Springs
Bask poolside in the sun, swing a golf club or tennis racquet, bliss out in the spa, and dine under the desert stars. Whatever your pleasure, escape to La Quinta Resort & Club to celebrate the parenting life – you deserve it!
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Music Festival Heaven
Our Waldorf Astoria desert hideaway gets the party started with endless bubbly, pampering and festival fashion.
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Desert X Showcases 18 Internationally Known Artists
Within our palm-fringed paradise, you’ll also discover a stellar arts destination.
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BNP Paribas Open 2019
Get ready for three weeks of action-packed tennis at the picturesque Indian Wells Tennis Garden!
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Extraordinary Meetings Happen Here
The instant you turn on to the main drive leading into La Quinta Resort & Club, you realize that this is no ordinary meetings destination. Towering cypress and palm trees line an impressive entrance revealing a glimpse of Spanish-inspired terra cotta tiled roofs atop a whitewashed façade. You’ve heard friends and colleagues refer to this moment … Read more
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2019 Waldorf Astoria Polo Experience
Enjoy competitive polo matches, festivities and socializing!
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A New Era For Wine At Morgan’s in the desert
This month Morgan’s in the desert ushers in a new era for wine as we welcome sommelier, Alexandria Sanchez who will offer her all-encompassing knowledge of wine to guests, as well as to our dining room and bar servers.
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The ‘Coolest’ Place in the Desert
Just as all the music festival hype cools off at the end of April, things start heating up here in the Coachella Valley; sunny skies, warm temps, mountain scenery, and fewer crowds make for a summer getaway like no other.
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Join us as we celebrate Careers@Hilton Week!
La Quinta Resort & Club is a proud member of the Hilton family – a company that is committed to educating and preparing local youth and job seekers for careers in hospitality.
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Coachella & Stagecoach
Festival season is upon us and whether you’re a seasoned festival goer or a first-timer, we have everything you need to make the most of your adventure!
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The Tennis Trip of a Lifetime
At La Quinta Resort & Club, tennis is more than a popular pastime — it’s an experience.
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Revitalize Mind, Body and Soul at Spa La Quinta
Our Spa Director shares two beauty treatments that are perfect for a January pick-me-up.
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The World’s Best Golfers Return for the 2018 CareerBuilder Challenge
This year, attendees can expect to enjoy a fan experience with enhanced entertainment!
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Holiday Gift Inspiration from the Shops on the Plaza
This season, La Quinta Resort & Club’s own Shops on the Plaza is where holiday gift-giving inspiration begins with a curated selection of unique fashions for women and men, fine accessories, desert curios, home accents, children’s toys, and much more.
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Best Instagram Spots In Greater Palm Springs
Greater Palm Springs is full of Instagram-worthy spots, and La Quinta Resort & Club is pleased that our 10,000 Buddhas mural is part of the list of favorite places to visit for the perfect photo op!
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Happy Holidays 2017
There is nothing quite like the delight that comes with opening gifts at the holidays. Throughout the month of December, La Quinta Resort is alive with the holiday treats and traditions best shared with family and friends that evoke the joy — and the memories — of untying the bow on a very special package of wish-fulfilling experiences.
