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California resorts have always been a vacationer’s paradise. This beautiful state has a wide array of landscapes and climates, ensuring that guests will be able to create their perfect vacation no matter what they are looking for. Whether you want to head up to the mountains for a great ski vacation or unwind in the picturesque desert at a luxury spa, California has it all.
Snowcreek Resort
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Only moments away from the Mammoth Mountain ski area, Snowcreek Resort is one of California’s top vacation destinations. Guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and camping. No matter what the season is there is always something to do at Snowcreek. The resort itself is also loaded with things to do. Enjoy a round of golf on their beautifully manicured greens or have fun swimming some laps in their massive lap pool or work up a sweat on one of their racquetball courts. If relaxing and is more your speed, this California resort has an amazing spa featuring, saunas and whirlpools. No matter what time of the year you go and whether you’re looking for a day of sports of a lazy afternoon pampering yourself, Snowcreek Resort has what you need.
The Plaza Resort and Spa
Palm Springs, CA
One of the premiere California resorts, The Plaza Resort and Spa is the perfect way to relax. Located in the beauty of the Palm desert this fantastic California resort provides its guests with anything they could possibly want. Hot tubs, an outdoor pool, fitness center and a club house are just some of the great amenities guests can enjoy. The Plaza Resort is also positioned right in the middle of beautiful mountain ranges. Because of its close proximity to such natural beauty, guests are only mere moments away from exciting hiking and biking trails. The city of Palm Springs itself is also full of delicious restaurants and high-end shopping and since it’s only about two hours from Los Angeles, celebrity sightings are not out of the ordinary! A fantastic way to unwind, you can’t go wrong with The Plaza Resort and Spa.
Raintree’s Cimarron Golf Resort
Cathedral City, CA
A golfer’s dream, Raintree’s Cimarron Golf Resort in Cathedral City is a once in a lifetime experience. The championship design of the Cimarron golf courses provides golfers with not only challenging play but also a unique desert design. It is nearly impossible to pull a golfer off the course once they experienced its one of a kind appeal. Beyond the outstanding golfing, guests can explore the world class spa and salon. Still looking for more to do? Try out the crystal clear swimming pools, the biking trails, or the fine dining. Something else this great California resort offers that many don’t is the chance to go up in a hot air balloon and enjoy the pure beauty of the breathtaking desert.
Tahoe Sands Resort
Tahoe Vista, CA
Sitting on the shores of North Lake Tahoe, Tahoe Sands Resort makes sure all their guests feel right at home. Guests can choose from mountain rooms or lakeside rooms depending on what they plan to do at this great resort. And while the rooms are certainly plush in their accommodations, there is a world of excitement awaiting guests right outside their door. Mountain Skiing, rafting, fishing, biking and hiking trails are just a few of the outdoor adventures lucky vacationers can experience. And to unwind at night, try out the sauna or the hot tubs and Jacuzzis. It really doesn’t matter when you visit Tahoe Sands Resort because there is truly something for everyone, every season.
The Mountain Club by Kirkwood Resort
Kirkwood,CA
A skier’s paradise, the Mountain Club is located right in the heart of the action. Snowboarding, snowshoeing, and skiing are the biggest draws at this resort. Enjoy all the comforts of home in your beautifully designed room and make sure to check out some of the great amenities this California resort offers. Top notch spas and saunas will help you unwind after a hard day on the slopes and the attached restaurant and bar will make sure something is going on every night. This a beautiful resort tucked away in a winter wonderland of slopes and snow capped mountains. The Mountain Club truly is a perfect getaway.
It doesn’t matter if you are looking to hit the slopes, hit the links, or just hit pause on the rest of the world, there is something special awaiting every taste when it comes to California resorts.
