While some destinations across the map ring in the new year with plenty of cold and snow, travelers who are looking for a warm and welcoming place to celebrate will find it waiting for them in Palm Desert, California. Whether you’re one for the great outdoors, or you’re looking to relax in style, Palm Desert is a great place to start a new year on a high note. Consider the following guide a starting point for making the most of every moment of your New Year’s in Palm Desert.
Enjoy Great January Weather
No matter what it is you have on your New Year’s itinerary, heading to Palm Desert at the beginning of January comes with some great weather included. On a typical year, January is marked by daily average highs in the mid-70s, while lows don’t fall much further than the 50’s. That means you’re going to want to pack layers for your trip when you have a mix of daytime and nighttime activities on the agenda, but there’s no reason not to spend as much time as possible out and about exploring the great outdoors while you’re here.
Celebrate in Musical Style
If you’re looking forward to celebrating New Year’s with a great show or two, be sure to set your sights on booking tickets at the McCallum Theatre while you’re in town. This entertainment venue is a wonderful place to enjoy comedies, musicals, dance performances, and more throughout the year. If you’re heading here over New Year’s, you’ll want to be sure to book your tickets in advance as this is a popular place to spend time with family and friends. If you’re willing to invest some time in a short drive for a memorable performance this time of year, Fantasy Springs Casino over in Indio typically hosts a vibrant New Year’s Eve special that you can enjoy while also trying your luck at the tables and slots.
Start the Year Right on the Desert Willow Golf Course
For some travelers, nothing sounds better than starting their new year in Palm Desert on a gorgeous golf course. If you’re the type of adventurer who can’t wait to book a tee time anywhere you roam, make sure your Palm Desert getaway this New Year’s includes some quality time at the Desert Willow Golf Course! Here, you’ll have access to not one, but two landscaped golf courses open to the public found on Desert Willow Drive. The golf course is open until 5:00 pm daily and is loved by many golfers for its innovative lineup of water features, amazing views, and opportunities to make the most of lakeside dining after your game is done. There are lessons that can easily be booked if you’re new to golf and excited to try for the first time and plenty of challenges ready and waiting on the course for those who are experienced and looking to hone their golf skills further this New Year’s.
Check Out New Year’s Shopping Specials
Perhaps the new year is the right time to revamp your closet or home and if this sounds like a good choice, you’ll find your trip to Palm Desert puts you in the perfect place to upgrade with ease. During your New Year’s getaway in this direction, you can make the most of some well-deserved retail therapy by spending time exploring The Shops at Palm Desert or luxurious El Paseo. Between these two destinations, you’ll have no trouble at all finding everything from high-end apparel and unique boutique stops as well as fantastic home goods and thrift items too. Don’t be surprised when you fill up your shopping bags this New Year’s quicker than you originally planned.
Hit the Hiking Trails and Get on those Resolutions Early
For many people, a new year is the perfect time to set resolutions in place and oftentimes, they happen to revolve around fitness and health goals. When you journey to Palm Desert at the start of January, you have the opportunity to get things going early in terms of resolutions with a side of spectacular scenery to match. This is easy to achieve by making time to enjoy hiking adventures while you’re here and always having a camera in hand. Routes like the iconic Bump and Grind Trail offer explorers 4-miles of terrain to explore through the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains. The Cross Trail is a 2.2-mile route to check out that’s accessible at the Homestead Link while The Cross Trail Loop expands your journey to 3.2 miles and provides plenty of time for wildlife-watching along the way.
Book Your Getaway Today
Elevating your Palm Desert getaway in luxury and style is a breeze every time you book through TRAVLR. Reach out today to learn more about our inviting portfolio of vacation rental property options available in this area including our New Year’s rentals designed to inspire! We look forward to seeing you in California soon and can’t wait to help you make more of every single moment you’re here.
