5 Summer Vacation Packing Tips

Summer is practically here, which means it’s time for vacation! Packing for a trip can often mean tossing whatever you happen to think of into a suitcase at the last minute, which can lead to overpacking all the wrong things. From beach bags to packing cubes, check out these...

3 Things to Try in Palm Springs in April

While music festivals are the obvious desert draws each spring, check out these other cool things to do in Palm Springs this time of year!  See a Baby Giraffe…At Night From panthers to porcupines, The Living Desert is a sure crowd-pleaser for the entire family. Make sure to see the newborn...

5 Hot Chocolate Recipes You Have to Try

Few things are more comforting on a cold winter’s night than a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Check out these fun and delicious twists you can put on a classic.   Salted Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate If you’re into salty-sweet combinations, this hot chocolate recipe is a win with...

How To Make a Perfect Thanksgiving Meal in Your Condo

If you plan on staying at one of our resorts this Thanksgiving, our condos are fully equipped to whip up your turkey dinner and favorite side dishes. For those looking to pull off the ultimate Thanksgiving feast, we break down everything you need pull off the perfect meal. Your...

How to Plan the Perfect Vacation

Your Ideal Vacation Guide So you’ve picked a destination and booked the accommodations, now comes the fun part of deciding what you’ll do once you’re on vacation. While planning your trip, pinpointing your vacation style will help you choose which activities will most likely appeal to you. If you’re...

Tips For Taking Your Own Family Fall Photos While on Vacation

It might be hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner, and now is the time when people start thinking about their holiday photos. Whether you’re in the vineyards of Napa or on the beaches of Carlsbad, fall is the ideal season for taking family pictures—the weather...

Palm Springs: A Shopping Oasis

Palm Springs is a shopper’s haven full of unique finds ranging from antiques and vintage gems to retro-inspired creations. There is no better way to bring a piece of Palm Springs back with you than to pick up a memento (or two, or more!) of your trip. But with...

Cool Off at These Water Parks

As summer starts to heat up, you will want to pack your swimsuits and sunscreen for a trip to one of these fun aquatic activities that are fun for the entire family. Whether you are looking for a laidback outing or looking for adrenaline-pumping thrills, read on to find...

Scenic Sunday Drives: Short on Length, Long on Leisure

If you’re eager to hit the road again but want to hold off on a long trip that requires lots of advance planning, then Sunday drives are the perfect in-between solution. Check out these shorter stretches of road that offer all the amazing scenery without any of the commitment....

5 Summer Road Trip Tips

As the weather warms up and the restlessness stirs, the open road calls us back once again. Perhaps you associate the road trips of your youth with hours spent cramped in the backseat with your siblings asking, “Are we there yet”? However you happen to recall these childhood rites...