Black Friday is here! Locals, visitors and those looking at homes for sale in Palm Desert have a bevy of shopping options to explore this weekend. The region is famed for its chic boutiques and designer outlet shopping—and the holiday seasons is a magical time to visit and shop in the desert cities.
The famed El Paseo Boulevard, a wonderful shopping district of chic boutiques, transforms into a winter wonderland this week, with all sorts of exciting events taking place throughout the season. On Black Friday, there will be special sales at an array of stores including Escada, Chico’s and Optical Shop of Aspen, among other great stores. You’ll be able to finish all of your holiday shopping with one visit to El Paseo Boulevard, as the stores feature everything from shoes, contemporary and couture clothing collections, to fine jewelry, art and designer home wares. Throughout the season, there will be many awesome in-store events and extended shopping hours, especially during the citywide First Weekends events taking place starting this Friday. Be sure to hit both The Shops on El Paseo and The Gardens on El Paseo.
If you’re looking for fun and unique items for the art and design aficionados in your live, you’ll find plenty of options in Palm Springs’ Uptown Design District, which features shops including Trina Turk, Shag: The Store, Just Fabulous, Raymond | Lawrence and more.
Charming Old Town La Quinta boasts boutiques that feature designers such as Rag & Bone, Diane von Furstenberg and James Perse. Find decorative accents at Gracie’s Emporium and incredible gifts for food and wine connoisseurs at The Wine Bar at Old Town or La Quinta Olive Oil Company.
The Desert Hills Premium Outlets in Cabazon is renowned as one of the best outlet malls in the country. You’ll find designer picks at outlet prices at stores such as Movado, Alice + Olivia, Elie Tahari, J.Crew, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Gucci, Helmut Lang and many more. The nearby Cabazon Outlets features sportswear brands including Puma, Under Armour, Oakley, Merrell, Adidas, Reebok and many more.
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There is so much in store for Thanksgiving weekend in the desert cities! Locals and visitors alike have much to look forward to, and if you’re interested in Palm Springs homes for sale, it’s a great time to enjoy the festivities of the region. Read on for a few ideas to put on your itinerary this weekend.
The annual WildLights Festival at the renowned Living Desert has officially kicked off its 22nd year. The one-of-a-kind holiday event features 750,000 lights, wildlife wonder shows, carousel and camel rides, and more. WildLights is open from 6 pm to 9 pm on select evenings through December 31.
On Thanksgiving morning, El Paseo Boulevard will be the site of the 8th annual Martha’s Village & Kitchen Thanksgiving Day 5K. The event benefits Martha’s Village & Kitchen, which strives to meet the needs of the homeless and impoverished of the Coachella Valley through many services and structured programs, including serving more than 225,000 meals a year to over 3,000 children and adults.
From Friday, November 28 through Sunday, November 30, the McCallum Theatre will host performances of Anything Goes, an exciting new production of the acclaimed Broadway musical. Performances take place at 8 pm on Friday, 2 pm and 8 pm on Saturday, and 2 pm and 7 pm on Sunday.
Also from Friday through Sunday, the Indio Powwow will take place at the Fantasy Springs Casino. This annual event celebrates the cultural tradition of the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians. The event features Native American dance competitions, drum contests, bird singing, peon games, traditional foods such as Indian fry bread and a plethora of unique vendors.
On Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm, the Desert Arts Festival will be happening at the Frances Stevens Park. The event includes works from more than 100 artists in a variety of mediums of two and three dimensional fine art, from clay, glass, stone and metal sculptures to oil, acrylic watercolors paintings, among many others.
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SilverRock Resort in La Quinta
Nestled between Indian Wells and Indio, La Quinta is an oasis of outdoor activities, gorgeous mountain views, relaxation and rejuvenation. In the 1920s, when San Francisco businessman Walter H. Morgan and famed architect Gordon Kaufman planned this beautiful respite, they aimed to create a sanctuary of hacienda-style living. When present day buyers come to look at properties for sale in La Quinta, this is exactly what they find. Here are some reasons why La Quinta real estate is so popular:
1. It’s a paradise for golf aficionados. Nicknamed the “Golf Capital of the World,” La Quinta is the home of more than 20 golf courses, including championship courses such as the world renowned Arnold Palmer Classic Course at SilverRock Resort, the historic La Quinta Resort & Club, the Palm Royale Country Club, and the renowned PGA WEST Golf Club & Resort, among others.
2. The gorgeous views of the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains. The region is so picturesque that it’s featured in Disney California Adventure Park’s extremely popular attraction, Soarin’ Over California. In fact, the world-famous PGA West golf complex in La Quinta is actually where the “Palm Springs” segment was shot.
3. The vast recreational opportunities. La Quinta offers world-class tennis, fine dining and top rated spa experiences. In addition, La Quinta has increased its number of retail centers with the goal of becoming a shopping destination of the likes of Palm Springs and Palm Desert.
4. The gorgeous weather. The beautiful and majestic high mountain ranges surrounding La Quinta create a uniquely warm climate year round. The average number of sunny days per year is 348!
5. The culture. La Quinta hosts numerous special events from the world-famous Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, PGA West, Slam of Golf and The Legends of Golf to the Art Under the Umbrellas series and the award-winning La Quinta Arts Festival.
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Buyers of all ages seek Indian Wells real estate for the luxurious and serene lifestyle it epitomizes, the gorgeous weather and stunning natural environment. What originated as an exclusive retreat for politicians and the Hollywood elite has grown into a premier resort destination that people from all over the world flock to. Located in the heart of this stunning desert town, The Toscana Country Club is the ideal place to live year round, own a vacation home or make an international real estate investment.
Indian Wells features some of the world’s finest resorts and spas, as well as world class golf courses, championship tennis, fine dining and chic shopping options, as well as an array of outdoor recreational activities. The city is ideally situated amongst the desert cities, as well as the other gorgeous attractions of Southern California, which so many locals, tourists and those in town to invest in international real estate flock to every year. Sunny Malibu beach is only a two hour drive away, San Diego is about the same distance and Las Vegas is just a few hours by car as well. In addition, Indian Wells is home to the world-famous BNP Paribas Open, the largest professional, two-week combined ATP and WTA Tour tennis tournament in the world.
The amenities at The Toscana Country Club are some of the best that Indian Wells real estate has to offer. There are two guard gated entries providing 24 hour security, as well as a state of the art access and entry system. There are 652 Homes and Estate Homesites, with floor plans ranging from 2,400 to 5,400 square feet, and featuring three architectural elevations: Tuscan, Italianate and Early California. With 10 full furnished model homes on site, buyers can browse the floor plans in person and imagine the many possibilities.
The two Jack Nicklaus signature golf courses play at over 7,000 yards amidst spectacular views, with separate tees to offer a variety of challenges for all levels of play. The South Course features dramatic elevation changes, rolling greens and challenging bunkers. Both Signature courses play at over 7,000 yards from the “Golden Bear tees,” and are designed with separate tees to offer a variety of challenges, each one an enjoyable golfing experience.
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We’ve recently worked with many international buyers on the hunt for Palm Springs homes for sale. It’s easy to understand the enormous appeal of this beautiful area, with its relaxing environment, picturesque beauty and wide slate of recreational activities. Yet it’s some of the unique attractions that appeal tremendously to the international market, as they make living in Palm Springs feel like you’re on a permanent vacation.
Here are three popular attractions that increase the allure of Palm Springs homes, as well as those of the surrounding areas. Buyers looking for Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Indio, Indian Wells and La Quinta real estate also benefit from their proximity to this dynamic and beautiful city.
1. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The world’s largest rotating tramcar will take you up 8,000 feet for the most spectacular views of Palm Springs. You’ll feel like you’re in an entirely different world, as it’s up to 40 degrees colder at the top—it’s truly a place where the desert meets snow-capped mountains. Hike down or ride a horse down for an amazing experience in nature.
2. Palm Springs Walk of Stars. If you like Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, you’ll love the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. Wax nostalgic as you stroll through downtown along this amazing homage to the Hollywood stars who lived in this beautiful oasis, including Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, Ginger Rogers, Gene Autry, Clark Gable, Ruby Keeler, Al Jolson, William Powell, Rudolf Valentino, Howard Keel, Liberace, Elizabeth Taylor, Elvis Presley, George Montgomery, Dinah Shore, Sonny Bono, Merv Griffin, Rich Little, Presidents Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford, among many others.
3. Moorten Botanical Gardens and Cactarium. Established in 1938, this historical landmark offers one of the most amazing nature experiences you’ll ever have, and has something for every type of nature lover. Take a leisurely stroll throughout the gorgeous garden and learn about different plants and animal species in this one-of-a-kind living museum.
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There is another weekend of fun and eclectic entertainment coming up in the Coachella Valley. Whether you’re a local, a tourist or are in town with hopes of finding Indio homes for sale that are perfect for your family, you’ll get a fun taste of all the types of recreation the desert cities have to offer.
On Friday, November 21 through Sunday, November 23, the McCormick’s Classic Car Auction will take place at the Spa Resort Casino. It’s the perfect event for car fans and aficionados to browse or even bid on their dream classic car.
On Friday from 9 am to 11 am, the beautiful Andreas Canyon in the Indian Canyons will be the site of a Discover the Cahuilla Ranger-led Hike. This picturesque hike will also include a presentation about the culture and history of the Cahuilla Indians, as well as the native plants and their use by the tribes.
On Friday night from 8 to 10 pm, the popular McCallum Theatre will host a performance of Swing Time – Featuring the Jive Aces. These musical stars from Great Britain’s Got Talent are the country’s number one Jive & Swing band, though their repertoire ranges from the timeless sounds of the swing and jazz to rhythm and blues and tunes from the iconic Rat Pack.
On Saturday, November 22 from 5 to 8 pm, Bighorn Bam, The Miracle on El Paseo will be in full swing on El Paseo Boulevard. This festive party features exciting winter entertainment, such as champion ice skaters and other fun performances. The event benefits Behind A Miracle, a non-profit organization that provides the critical funding needed to help in the diagnosis, treatment, research, services and education for those affected by breast cancer.
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From the moment you drive through the gates of Santo Tomas, you will experience serenity and beauty in this relaxed desert sanctuary. If you are looking for homes for sale in Rancho Mirage, you will fall in love at first sight with this highly desired community.
Right as you enter this incredible community, you will be welcomed by the breathtaking nine-acre, manmade lake. As you drive down the beautiful palm tree lined streets, you will be amazed by the stunning architectural design of the homes in this neighborhood. Residents strolling with their dogs or neighbors give it the feel of an idyllic village—perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the Palm Springs lifestyle. Homes are located both on and off the lake and range in size from 2300 square feet to more than 3000 square feet.
Surrounded by the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains, this desert oasis provides all that Rancho Mirage has to offer—world class golf, tennis and a bevy of resort services. The town is a golfer’s haven, featuring renowned courses and country clubs, including the Arnold Palmer at Mission Hills Country Club, The Tamarisk Country Club, The Thunderbird Country Club, The Sunnylands Golf Course, the Club at Morningside and more. In addition, there is an array of exciting professional tournaments held in Rancho Mirage every year.
Rancho Mirage also provides plenty of recreational and entertainment options for enjoying your downtime. There are stunning parks, such as the Blixseth Mountain Park, the Cancer Survivors Park, the Michael S. Wolfson Park, Whitewater Park and Magnesia Falls Mini-Park. There are also remarkable trails nearby, including the Bighorn Overlook Trail, the Jack Rabbit Trail, Road Runner Trail, Chuckwalla Trail and Clancy Lane Trail. In addition, Rancho Mirage boasts a thriving arts community, chic shopping options and world class dining.
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There are so many reasons that people flock to Palm Springs to scoop up Rancho Mirage real estate or other homes in the area once they’re ready to retire. One visit to the stunning area and you’ll be ready to start looking for real estate in the area. Investors from the international real estate market are buying properties in the region as second homes, including many who are nearing retirement age.
For those who have yet to experience the charms that Palm Springs Valley has to offer, here are three of the most popular reasons retirees choose Rancho Mirage real estate over other areas of the country.
- It feels like vacation all year round. A true resort city, Rancho Mirage first soared in popularity after World War II, particularly in the 1950s. With 12 superb golf courses and sunny weather all year long, it’s no wonder that former U.S. presidents and an array of celebrities and socialites have vacationed or lived in the area, including Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan, as well as Bob Hope, Liberace, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Marilyn Monroe and Queen Elizabeth II, among many others.
- The great outdoors. When foreign investors and buyers from the international real estate market visit for the first time or come to look at property in Indian Wells and La Quinta homes for sale, they are blown away by all of the outdoor activities available. From hiking, horseback riding and cycling to playing tennis, swimming or simply lounging by the pool, there are myriad ways to take advantage of the beautiful sunny weather.
- The vibrant culture. The arts and entertainment community in Palm Springs Valley is thriving. From live concerts and musical theatre, independent film screenings and film festivals, fine dining and art shows, people of all ages can enjoy the cultural mecca that is the desert community. There is also the chic El Paseo Boulevard shopping district, The River at Rancho Mirage mall and a plethora of famed designer outlets in close proximity.
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La Quinta Museum
La Quinta is called “the gem of the desert” for many reasons, some of the most obvious being the spectacular golfing and outdoor activities, as well as the town’s picturesque beauty. Those reasons alone motivate many individuals and families to seek homes for sale in La Quinta. However, there are some additional reasons that are not so obvious to those who are new to Coachella Valley—one of them is La Quinta’s vibrant and unique culture.
A great example of what the desert communities have to offer in terms of culture is the La Quinta Museum. Residents and owners of homes in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert and everywhere else in Coachella Valley visit this popular attraction as much as tourists do. Featuring traveling exhibits and historical artifacts, this gem of a museum also hosts many special events.
The rich history that this museum holds include a replica of a Cahuilla Indian Village, an original poster of It’s A Wonderful Life, which was written by Frank Capra while he stayed at the La Quinta Hotel, and Dorothea Lang’s Depression era photos, among other incredible art pieces. You can also learn about early life in the desert with more artifacts and dioramas available through the California Pioneers exhibit. This particular exhibit is a favorite of locals and owners of homes in Rancho Mirage and throughout the rest of Palm Springs, as it includes hands-on activities such as sending telegraphs using Morse code in a mock telegraph and railroad office. The exhibit also features Civil War artifacts including a sword and musket from the Lincoln Memorial Shrine.
Admission to the amazing La Quinta Museum is free to all, whether you’re a visitor or owner of La Quinta real estate. Located at 77-885 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta, CA 92253, the museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm. Call 760.777.7170 for more information.
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Whether you’re scoping out properties for sale in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage or Palm Desert, you’ve got plenty of entertainment and recreational options to choose from this weekend. Read on to learn about the diverse slate of events taking place in Palm Springs this weekend.
On Friday, November 14, Ghostly Graveyard Tours will take place at the Coachella Valley Public Cemetery. Guides from the Coachella Valley History Museum will lead visitors through the oldest cemeteries in the region. Tours take place at 4, 5 and 6 pm. Reservations are required.
On Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16, the 7th Annual Armenian Cultural Festival will take place at the St. Garabed Armenian Apostolic Church of the Desert. It’s an excellent opportunity to celebrate Armenian culture and heritage while enjoying specialty foods, traditions, music and Armenian folk dance. Admission is only $3 and the event will be happening from 11 am to 8 pm on Saturday and from 11 am to 6 pm on Sunday.
On Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm, the Fall Family Extravaganza at the Children’s Discovery Museum will be in full swing. This family-friendly carnival features a bevy of activities for children, including face painting, pony rides, rides, giant bubbles and more.
Also on Saturday, Art Under the Umbrellas will be going on at Old Town La Quinta from 10 am to 4 pm. More than 80 artists participate in this unique art event that takes place along the streets of this bucolic town. That evening, from 8 pm to 10 pm, nine-time Grammy award winner Sheryl Crow will perform at the Fantasy Springs Casino.
On both Saturday and Sunday, the Palm Desert Historical Society will host the annual Firehouse Yard Sale.
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Black Friday is here! Locals, visitors and those looking at homes for sale in Palm Desert have a bevy of shopping options to explore this weekend. The region is famed for its chic boutiques and designer outlet shopping—and the holiday seasons is a magical time to visit and shop in the desert cities.
