Get out of the May-June gloom by joining Great Outdoors at the Villa Resort in the Palm Springs area. It’s the Cinco-de-Mayo weekend so we’ll have a piñata a Mexican Hat dance and other fun activities. This All-Chapter event is open to members and non- member alike. So make your plans early.

 

The newly remodeled Villa Resort promises relaxing by the large heated pool or in the 12-man spa, dining in the world class Butterfield's Adobe Restaurant, and entertainment at the Main Stage area. There’s a continental breakfast each morning and a fabulous brunch Saturday and Sunday. Poolside bars enhance the experience and a gym and massage center help ease your guilty conscience. There is plenty of parking.

The casitas feature expansive windows, private patios, custom designed furnishings and oversized bathrooms. Each is boasts a Bellagio bed, large screen TV and DVD/VCR player. For those who want to stay in touch with the outside world, the rooms offer a direct dial telephone and WiFi. For convenience there is an iron and ironing board, cotton robes and oversized pool towels.

For those who just want to lounge or shop, there is a Target, Starbucks, Trader Joe's, and fast food places within a very short walk. Sidewinders and the Barracks, two local gay bars, are just across the street. No need to drive.

The cost for this is $119.00 per person (+ $30 for nonmembers) for both nights. There is no single night rate. For those who want to come early the Villa Resort will book your rooms for you for only $49.00 Sunday -Thursday. Don't pass this up. There are no cancellations after April 15th. So get your tax returns in and spend the windfall on this trip.