5 Palm Springs Mother’s Day Ideas

I'm reposting this article by travel writer Matt Link which originally appeared on the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism official website. Great ideas for ways to treat mom on Mother's Day, May 8, 2011.

5 Palm Springs Mother’s Day Ideas - Official Palm Springs, CA Tourism Website Official Guide to Palm Springs Hotels, Attractions, Dining shopping and Conventions/Meetings

No Time for Vacation Planning? – Hire a Personal Vacation Concierge

Somewhere in the back of our minds most of us recognize the importance of vacation time for stress relief, decreased burnout and better health. So what is that keeps us from taking time off from work? For many the answer is STRESS, and a feeling that the stress of taking time off is greater than the stress of not taking that time off.

According to BusinessWeek Magazine, “The vanishing vacation has many perils. Refusing to take time off burns people out and wreaks havoc on productivity. Vacation deprivation is one reason workers are reporting more mistakes, anger, and resentment at co-workers, according to the Families & Work Institute. Former NASA scientists, working on behalf of Air New Zealand and using testing tools normally reserved for astronauts, recently found that vacationers experienced an 82% increase in job performance post-trip.”

In today’s high stress world, vacation time is essential, providing an opportunity to unwind and recharge our batteries. But taking even a short "break-ation" requires planning – and planning takes time. One of the stresses of our world today is that most of us are “time poor;” we just don’t have enough of it.

Enter the Personal Vacation Concierge, providing services that save time and make it easier to take one’s foot off the accelerator pedal briefly. I am a Personal Vacation Concierge located in Palm Springs, California. Like my counterparts in other vacation destinations I cut through the overload of information available in guide books and on the Internet, replacing guesswork with wise suggestions based on my local experience and knowledge, thereby avoiding disappointments and frustrations that can arise, whether you’re headed for a weekend getaway or full week or two week vacation.

Geared to the needs of busy individuals, couples, families and small groups, a Personal Vacation Concierge takes the work out of planning and executing an exceptional vacation, providing customized information and recommendations about where to stay, where to eat and what to do, itineraries, arrangements and special services, all saving you time and effort, and giving you the opportunity to have a more hassle-free vacation.

Each Concierge provides different services, often depending on their location. For example, in addition to Vacation Planning, some of the services I provide are: lodging and restaurant reservations; vehicle rental or limousine service; resort fridge stocking and meal delivery; entertainment, attraction and event tickets; day-trip excursions; spa appointments; and outdoor guide services.

The next time you think you just don’t have time to plan a vacation or weekend getaway, consider using the services of a Personal Vacation Concierge. Our goal is to ensure that your vacation is a stress-free as possible. That’s pretty valuable today!

Palm Springs Restaurant Week

From June 3-12, 2011, close to 80 area restaurants, almost half of which are located in Palm Springs alone, will be providing a culinary celebration and offering three course menus at a fixed price of either $24 or $36 per person (tax, beverage and gratuity not included).

Here’s a TOP TEN list of my favorite participating Palm Springs restaurants (in alphabetical order)

Copley’s on Palm Canyon - Stunning mountain views, fountains, fire pit and on-site herb garden create an inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy freshly seasoned and inventively prepared American and fusion classics.

Escena Lounge & Grill - California fusion cuisine meets mid-century modern architecture in a resort-style setting at this new addition to the Palm Springs dining scene.

Europa Restaurant - Old style Palm Springs dining in soft candle-lit elegance poolside under the stars or on the patio, with a refined menu and superb service.

Jake’s - This hip-yet-casual American bistro serves up fresh, innovative fare and comfort food favorites in a charming courtyard or small but sleek dining room.

Johannes Restaurant - Inventive Euro-Asian-Austrian cuisine with a global twist served up in an atmosphere which is hip, high end and cosmopolitan.

Rio Azul – Traditional Mexican cuisine handcrafted with the freshest ingredients and all cooked to order, served in a vibrant and colorful space.

The Tropicale Restaurant & Lounge - A chic and sophisticated décor provides the setting for distinctive “world cuisine” with an emphasis on Pacific Rim specialties.

Trio Restaurant & Bar - Energetic, mid-century modern meets desert-casual décor and atmosphere that’s very popular with locals and features new takes on great American modern food.

Wang’s in the Desert - Features traditional and contemporary Chinese cuisine in a warm and inviting setting with an interior bubbling stream and gentle waterfall with traditional Chinese bridge to cross.
Zin American Bistro – Stylish Euro-American bistro atmosphere, attentive staff and innovative American with Belgian influenced cuisine combine to deliver a truly enjoyable dining experience.

Check out the special three course menus being offered by visiting Palm Springs Restaurant Week, and clicking on each selected restaurant.

Plan now so you won’t miss this exciting opportunity to experience some of the best restaurants in Palm Springs. It’s the perfect time for foodies from all over to visit our desert paradise.