Palm Desert |
Note the time at the top |
Well, in fact I learned that this is the BEST place to be when temperatures are soaring, for several reasons:
Inviting seating area in the lobby |
Indoor – outdoor decor |
Lots of space in even the entry-level rooms |
> Most homeowners’ pools are too warm to enjoy when temperatures soar above 100 deg. But the Ritz Carlton’s pools were chilled, so they were refreshing, and after a quick dunk we were even comfortable sitting on the lounge chairs for quite a while.
Checking out the family pool from the poolside bar |
> The resort had many outdoor shaded seating areas. And while it’s still hot in the shade, it is cool enough to be tolerable. When you’ve been out in 115 deg temps, the upper 90’s feel relatively cool.
Outdoor bar seating |
A quiet area in the shade around the corner from the bar |
> There are misters outside the rooms and around the pool, so you don’t even have to get completely wet to be comfortable.
Our private patio with misters and a shared firepit |
Sure doesn’t feel like it’s 115 now! |
Big reds – yummy! |
Ready for a group of locals to visit |
Once in our room, we quickly changed and headed over to the quiet adult pool, with fabulous views across the valley.
So peaceful! |
Location, location, location! |
It was as good as it looks. And those fries!! |
Guests dining at the steakhouse have a fantastic view of the valley |
Firepit rooms next to the lawn are perfect for families, |
Never tired of the reflecting pool, which was always changing |
Whimsical decorations |
Bye bye sun, hello cooler temps! |
Morning light |
Great nighttime and daytime views from this spot |
Another look at those firepit rooms |
The co-ed lounge at the spa |
For our remaining hours in paradise we hung out by the main pool, which was just steps from our outdoor patio. After lunch, we relocated to our patio with the misters to enjoy our last few hours of our girls’ getaway. It was with great reluctance that we packed our bags and headed home.
Yummy poolside tacos! |
Really, we have to leave? |
Yes, this breakfast is free for my clients! |
And more breakfast around the corner (surrounded by wine) |
So don’t be scared to head to the desert in summer. It might turn out to be a really cool vacation!