American Star Frances Tiafoe returns for second consecutive year. Rancho Mirage, CA (December 4, 2017) — World number one Simona Halep will headline Cliff Drysdale Management’s 4th annual Tennis With The Stars on March 6, 2018. Hosted at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa, the charity event will once again benefit ACEing Autism, a…
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Of the many things to be thankful for, one of the blessings we count as Southern Californians is being able to travel easily to Rancho Mirage, the heart of the Palm Springs Valley, during holiday seasons. As Thanksgiving is approaching, we —like you—will be expressing this gratitude by indulging in a wonderful meal with family…
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Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is once again rolling out the red carpet to guests with their 2017 “Taste of Rancho” dinner series beginning in February. For the third year, Omni is offering a fun way to explore this beautiful 240-acre resort with epicurean events in different locations throughout the property. “Burgers &…
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We all know that our beloved dogs are an important part of the family. No more so than at the holidays. But while some cities may make it inconvenient at best—and impossible at worst—to travel with your terrier or teacup poodle in tow (to name but two breeds), Rancho Mirage is one of the dog-friendliest…
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I’ve been a bit of a coffee fiend ever since my old airline days, sipping that beautiful concoction in amazing locales around the world. So I was very happy when, a few years back, Palm Springs-based Koffi opened their Rancho Mirage outlet on Highway 111, right across the street from Desert European Motorcars. It’s my…
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“Desert Trip is more than just music,” trumpets Goldenvoice, “it’s a complete weekend-long event.” As such, the super duper event producer has issued the first of many upcoming communications in the form of the “Desert Trip Newsletter.” Its chock full of interesting info and helping hints as to how to make your experience the best…
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It’s never been a super secret that I’m a huge fan of Splashtopia, the only hotel water park in the Palm Springs Valley, which is available only to guests of Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. (Yes, even as a Rancho Mirage local, I occasionally check in for a decadent little staycation.) In my…
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I’m a very proud “year-rounder” here in Rancho Mirage. Leaving the Palm Springs Valley—even when we are experiencing summer’s triple-digit temps—is reserved for a getaway or two. But for me, summer is just as gorgeous as the rest of the year. Apparently, I’m not alone, as many of my neighbors and friends remain, and we…
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On a sizzling summer day, what’s better than the frosty jolt you get from a Caramel Cocoa Cluster Frappuccino or an Orange Cream Fizzio handcrafted Soda. Thing is, sometimes the triple-digit temps are so intense that even getting out of your car (and its comfy AC) seems like an insurmountable inconvenience. Well, have I got…
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There’s a new kid on the block, but as it turns out, he’s an old hat at running resorts. Mark Piatkowski—a three-decade veteran of the hospitality business who has served for a half-dozen years at leading Omni properties throughout the country—has been appointed the new general manager of Rancho Mirage’s Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort…
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