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Cool off with a Cactus Cooler Drink

When it’s the middle of summer in Palm Springs, your drinks need to be ice cold. Check out this super refreshing yet easy-to-make cold drink recipe perfect for kicking back by on your resort’s patio or by the pool on a hot summer day.     Ingredients: 1 ounce...

5 Summer Vacation Packing Tips

Summer is practically here, which means it’s time for vacation! Packing for a trip can often mean tossing whatever you happen to think of into a suitcase at the last minute, which can lead to overpacking all the wrong things. From beach bags to packing cubes, check out these...

3 Things to Try in Palm Springs in April

While music festivals are the obvious desert draws each spring, check out these other cool things to do in Palm Springs this time of year!  See a Baby Giraffe…At Night From panthers to porcupines, The Living Desert is a sure crowd-pleaser for the entire family. Make sure to see the newborn...

Travel Trivia: Test Your Knowledge of our Resort Locations

With our family of resorts spanning from the shores of Kauai to the slopes of Park City, see how much you know about our unique locations! What city is home to the country’s largest rotating tramway?   Palm Springs. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway transports riders from the dry...

How To Make a Perfect Thanksgiving Meal in Your Condo

If you plan on staying at one of our resorts this Thanksgiving, our condos are fully equipped to whip up your turkey dinner and favorite side dishes. For those looking to pull off the ultimate Thanksgiving feast, we break down everything you need pull off the perfect meal. Your...

How to Plan the Perfect Vacation

Your Ideal Vacation Guide So you’ve picked a destination and booked the accommodations, now comes the fun part of deciding what you’ll do once you’re on vacation. While planning your trip, pinpointing your vacation style will help you choose which activities will most likely appeal to you. If you’re...

Tips For Taking Your Own Family Fall Photos While on Vacation

It might be hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner, and now is the time when people start thinking about their holiday photos. Whether you’re in the vineyards of Napa or on the beaches of Carlsbad, fall is the ideal season for taking family pictures—the weather...

5 Summer Road Trip Tips

As the weather warms up and the restlessness stirs, the open road calls us back once again. Perhaps you associate the road trips of your youth with hours spent cramped in the backseat with your siblings asking, “Are we there yet”? However you happen to recall these childhood rites...

Thaw Out in Palm Springs

Sunny skies and 75° have long made Palm Springs an ideal escape for those who are winter weary. Whether you prefer to play 18 holes or sunbathe poolside, Palm Springs is perfect for all things outdoors this time of year. In this era of social distancing, the area’s attractions lend...

Leave Your Worries At the Door

Here at Vista Mirage Resort, your safety remains our top priority. From Associate health screenings to stringent unit and property sanitization throughout the day, we continue to take every precaution to ensure you and your family vacation well. Our ongoing arrival procedures include placing dishwasher seals, linen seals, and...