Amazing Races

It’s hard to believe the 19th annual Desert Smash is already here! For those who are not familiar with Desert Smash, it is a tennis extravaganza that brings together Hollywood and professional tennis for charity. When Desert Smash was founded, the first choice as a host venue was the La Quinta Resort & Club. The resort is home to an awe-inspiring sunken tennis court with breathtaking views, the perfect backdrop for Desert Smash.

Weddings are back in a big way with nearly 4.7 million* couples predicted to make the walk down the aisle this year and in 2023. La Quinta Resort & Club offers ample options for wedding celebrations catering to a variety of sizes, theme and budget—from intimate ceremonies held in a picturesque palm grove to multiday festivities culminating in a black-tie ballroom gala with 200-plus guests.

Coachella & Stagecoach Are Back! by Jan Maguire  This April marks “music festival month” here in Greater Palm Springs with the highly-anticipated return of the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Stagecoach, California’s Country Music Festival. Thousands of music fans from around the world will take over the Empire Polo Club in Indio for three consecutive long … Read more

The word “wellness” has been bandied about more than a pickleball on La Quinta Resort & Club’s state-of-the-art courts—but what is wellness really and how can you get more of it? The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as the active pursuit of activities, choices and lifestyles that lead to a state of holistic health. Habits like regular exercise, restful sleep, eating well, mindfulness practices and much more open the portal to a healthier, happier, and thriving existence and who doesn’t want that? Whether you’re kickstarting new habits, need a refresher course, or have been leading a wellness lifestyle for years, read on for 6 ways to inspire your wellness journey thanks to La Quinta Resort’s mesmerizing setting and amenities.

Whether you are visiting on vacation or make your home in the Coachella Valley, endless blue skies, fresh air, majestic mountain scenery, and natural beauty of the desert are a powerful elixir for whatever ails you (rainy and cold winters, for starters!). One of the best ways to boost your well-being is to head outside and explore our panoramic desert oasis.

The excitement is growing in our Southern California resort destination as the biggest month in professional tennis gets underway on Monday, March 7 when the BNP Paribas Open returns to the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Only 10 minutes away from La Quinta Resort & Club, this combination ATP World Tour Master 1000 & WTA premier event features the world’s top players in two weeks of thrilling competition.