24FPS

hey listers (posting here, as 993ers seem to have better taste than most)

making last minute plans for thanksgiving in the desert for a couple days.... (a bit embarassed to say i haven't been there in years for more than a hike or a quick 'run').
wanted some help in finding a nice place for "t.g. dinner" & hotel on a nice golf course. was thinkin' of takin' my dad out for a nice 19 holes the next day ....

thanks for any thoughts

adsc4s

Seege is a resident. I'm sure he will chime in shortly. However, the La Quinta/PGA West resort is very nice. Play the Greg Norman course, it's a challenge.

seege

I live in Palm Desert and the Hotel and Inn selection varies greatly. Since golf is on the agenda the two places that come to mind are the Hyatt Grand Champion and the Marriott Desert Springs. I believe each has three or four championship level courses as well as first rate dining options. The Marriott has a giant atrium with canals and gondolas, I think it would be my first choice.Wherever you plan on staying, book now as that is the beginning of "The Season" here and it will be packed.

-CJ

jrgordonsenior

My $.02....

I regularly stay at The Lodge in Rancho Mirage (formally The Ritz Carlton):
http://ranchomirage.rockresorts.com/info/htl.asp
It's up on a hill overlooking the valley with fabulous views. The conciere's can arrange access to Mission Hills or PGA West among others.

For great food and ambiance, I absolutely love the new Cuistots Restaurant on the corner of Hwy 111 and El Paseo. http://www.desertdiningguide.com/res...tot/index.html

I'll be there the weekend of Nov.12th.....

JRG

jrgordonsenior

I just checked availability via their website, The Lodge has room available for $169. Wed & Thurs, $229 Fri, and $199. Sat.
That's incredibly cheap for this time of year. Wherever you go I agree with CJ, book it now.
JRG

Bruce SEA 993

You can rent a condo in PGA West...I used to own one there and I can look up some folks who handle the rentals. I might even have the number for the folks who bought ours. Lemme know...it was on the Palmer course.

Cheers

24FPS

wow thanks guys for the recommends... been to marriott years ago, very nice. & i'm checking on rooms @ 'the lodge' as i post this...

i will move fast & book.... & 'cuistots' seems like it'll fit the bill... seems like they'll have some nice wine selections too. y e a h .

cheers.

(edit) & bruce... if i was staying a bit longer, i consider. may 'pm' later re: that, when i take some time-off early next year. thx.

ps: be nice to get out on the desert fairways... haven't spanked whitey in a while

Father of 3

Went to a restaurant called St. Germaine (spelling?) that my Wife and I really liked. I would definitely recommend. Have fun.

24FPS

trying to find a nice place for thanksgiving dinner now. hard to find a good place open.

seege

Besides the hotel restaurants I think good steak houses usually put out good holiday feasts. I would try Wally's Desert Turtle ( HWFMR West Coast Steak House?)in Rancho Mirage, Sullivans in Palm Desert, The Cliffhouse or Sage Grill in LaQuinta.

24FPS

thx seege that should cover it

touf

The Mariott Desert Springs has some really nice Cabanas u can rent on the golf course.
Also if u will have ur car, I really suggest the drive to escondido theought he secondary road.
It is an awesome drive, lots of curves..........

jrgordonsenior

AND RADAR (ask me how I know....)
JRG