FunLA | California Desert destinations and Activities

When you're in Laughlin Nevada check out Jerkwater for midnight, moonlight canoe trips. Trips begin at about 11pm and end in the early morning depending on how long it takes you to travel down the river. Fun times will be had by all. Great activity for Groups. The mountains and water by moonlight are spectacular.

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Miracle Springs is one of the 'hot springs seekers' top hideaways. Not nearly as posh as their Palm Springs neighbor, Desert Hot Springs makes you feel right at home - and for a price that won't send you back to the tub's for more therapy. This place is a haven for those who like to enjoy natural mineral water's while enjoying a little sun, a little fun and maybe even a facial. 3 Star resort, 8 natural pools, hot mineral pools, spa services. To enjoy the facilities of this hotel, you must be a guest: however, if you're only looking for just day use, check out their sister hotel (Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel) right next door.
10625 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Reservations: 800-400-4414
www.miraclesprings.com or www.dhsspa.com

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The Spring Mineral Spring and Resort Spa
15 minutes from Palm Springs - 2 hours from L.A. European designed rooms with down comforters, pillow-top mattresses and 700 thread count linens - very comfy. They will purchase grocerys for you and have them in your room on arrival upon request. 3 pools, friendly staff, 9 room resort. Continental Breakfast served. Gorgeous little hideaway. Book your spa appointments before you arrive as appointments sell out to the locals as well as the guests!
12699 Reposo Way
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Reservations: 766-251-6700 www.thespringresortandspa.com

Living Waters Spa
Clothing Optional, 9 room mini-resort, hot water spa.
13340 Mountain View Rd.
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760-329-9988

Sagewater Spa
On the cover of Travel + Leisure Magazine - featured in many magazines and articles. Mid-century Modern spa hotel with mineral pools, mountain views and exquisite linens.
12689 Eliseo Road
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Phone: 760-251-1668 Toll Free: 800-600-1668

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Miracle Springs is one of the 'hot springs seekers' top hideaways. Not nearly as posh as their Palm Springs neighbor, Desert Hot Springs makes you feel right at home - and for a price that won't send you back to the tub's for more therapy. This place is a haven for those who like to enjoy natural mineral water's while enjoying a little sun, a little fun and maybe even a facial. 3 Star resort, 8 natural pools, hot mineral pools, spa services. To enjoy the facilities of this hotel, you must be a guest: however, if you're only looking for just day use, check out their sister hotel (Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel) right next door.
10625 Palm Drive
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Reservations: 800-400-4414
www.miraclesprings.com or www.dhsspa.com

Furnace Creek Inn & Ranch Resort
18-hole golf course (worlds lowest at 214 ft. below sea level), spring fed swimming pools, 66-room historic inn, 224-room hotel, 3 restaurants, saloon & lounge, children's playground, tennis, hiking, massage therapy, Sunday brunch. 3,000 ft airstrip available to those who fly.
Hwy 190 South, Death Valley, CA 92328
Phone: 760-786-2345 www.furnacecreekresort.com

Hotel Esmeralda
A family friendly resort that offers a beach pool with a sandy incline entrance. Rates are reasonable if you join their members club. Kids will also enjoy the educational children's programs and Poolside Dive-In Movies. Adults enjoy the spa and the rest of the pool offerings!
44-400 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA
Phone: 760-773-4444
http://www.renaissanceesmeralda.com/

Definitely get to Capri Italian Restaurant for one meal. DHS's most famous eatery serves up tasty soup, salads and thick steaks. Part of the converted house feels like Grandma's with doilies, knick-knacks and lights that just miss being too bright. The other dining area, which is where the bar stands feels like "Jimmy's" - you know, the guy who loaned you 50 clams and wants you to pay up or else? The dark room has dark wood tables surrounded by comfortable, red vinyl club chairs.

Capri Italian Restaurant
12260 Palm Drive (Buena Vista)
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Phone: (760) 329-6833

Pacifica Seafood Restaurant: Palm Desert
Innovative California Cuisine with the best seat in Palm Desert. Second floor, outdoor dining with shade and cool misters couldn't be more comfortable. The best part of all for you Vodka lovers - 100 different vodka's from 19 countries
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
73-505 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA
Phone: (760) 674-8666

Wool Growers Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge (French Basque)
Contact: Mayie, Jennie & Danny Maitia
620 E. 19th St.
Bakersfield, California
Phone: 327-9584

Antiques & Resale Clothing Shops

The DHS Estate Sale Co. is one of the most popular consignment dealers in Palm Springs. There are antiques as well as contemporary furnishings including an art gallery, lots of furniture of all styles, home decor, jewelry, china, outdoor and patio furniture, pottery, and lighting.
Hwy 111, 4185 E Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City (right outside of DHS) (760) 321-7628

Most of the resale shops run along California State Route 111. Cathedral City boasts Resale Row at 68-929 Perez Road, which includes an antique mall, recycled furniture and second-time-around-clothing.

Celebrity Seconds - Nice collection of Ginger Rogers' gowns.
473 N. Palm Canyon Drive, between Alejo and Amado in the courtyard of the Casa de Belle Arts Building in Palm Springs.

Marga's Repeat Boutique - Very fine evening wear and haute-couture designs. Location: 73920 El Paseo (in the rear) in Palm Desert

Unique Repeat Shoppe - Unusual gowns, skirts, pants and jackets.
73-739 on Highway 111 in Palm Desert.

Patsy's - Hand-tooled cowboy boots, cashmere overcoats, leather goods and famous labels for less than half the price. Location: 4121 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

Dora's Boutique - Sporty and evening clothes at big discounts.
73-730 El Paseo, Suite 5 in President's Plaza West near San Luis Rey, Palm Desert

Lawrence Consignments - Furniture and collectibles.
71-550 Highway 111 at Indian Trail in Rancho Mirage.

Cousins Estate Jewelers
71550 Highway 111 in Rancho Mirage.

Village Emporium - Largest consignment and collectibles mall
849 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

Designing Woman at 1150 S. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs