Hotel & Travel

Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa

Indulge yourself, and surrender to luxury at Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa. A 45-acre oasis of lush gardens and shimmering fountains awaits you. Discover the impeccable services and amenities of our elegant Palm Springs California hotel. Relax in the award-winning spa, play a round of championship golf or swim in one of seven inviting pools. Get your exercise on our pro hard surface tennis courts or play Badminton. Truly inspired menus make dining with us a decided pleasure. You'll delight in this charming hotel in Palm Springs that embodies the pinnacle of graciousness and style. Visit our unforgettable Palm Springs hotel and experience an incomparable stay for your next memorable family vacation, romantic getaway or inspirational corporate event.

Special CADCA room rate of only $99 + tax per night!

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Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa 44-600 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells, California 92210 USA Phone: 760-341-1000 Fax: 760-568-2236 web site: http://www.hyattgrandchampions.com

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

ROOM BLOCK IS CLOSED!

Set against the Santa Rosa Mountains, this Southern California spa resort entertains the imagination with a sophisticated blend of classic and contemporary surroundings. This Palm Springs resort hotel delivers unmatched experiences through exceptional restaurants, 36 holes of championship golf and an expansive pool area that features a sandy beach. With a special CADCA room rate of only $120+ tax per night, the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa has something for everyone, including hiking, biking, swimming, tennis and golf with horseback riding and bowling near by.

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa 44-400 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells, California 92210 USA Phone: 760-773-4444 Fax: 760-346-9308 web site: http://www.marriott.com

Accessibility

    Auxiliary aids and services
    Service animals allowed for persons with disabilities

Activities
    Hiking
    Jogging/fitness trail
    Nature preserve, trail
    Sauna
    Tennis
    Bowling (5 mi)
    Horseback riding (8 mi)
    Biking trail (10 mi)
    Miniature golf (10 mi)
    Rock climbing (20 mi)

Fitness Facilities
    Fitness Center

Golf
    Indian Wells Golf Resort (.1 mi)
    JW Marriott Resort & Spa (5 mi)
    Desert Willow Golf Resort (7.5 mi)

Spa
    Spa Esmeralda
    **Appointment required

Attractions and Landmarks

    Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    Palm Springs Air Museum
    Hot Air Balloon Rides
    Moorten Botanical Garden
    El Paseo Shopping
    Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
    Indian Canyons
    Westfield Shoppingtown
    Desert Adventures Jeep Tours
    Desert Hills Premium Outlets

High-Speed Internet Access

Getting to Palm Springs

CADCA is pleased to announce American Airlines as its official carrier for the 2008 Mid-Year Training Institute.

Attendees are encouraged to call or email our preferred travel agency, Quality Travel Services, for reservations. Quality Travel has negotiated special fares with American Airlines along with Avis rental car for the Mid-Year and they will check all other airlines and car companies for the absolute lowest rates. Quality Travel has also lowered its standard service fee to ensure the lowest possible costs for attendees. Included in their services are: 1-stop shopping, access to a 24-hour emergency service center, timely travel updates with continued attention to all reservations, and friendly, efficient, experienced travel consultants.

Getting to the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

From Palm Springs Airport

Shuttle services:

Transportation may be arranged through At Your Service - 760.343.0666 or 888.700.7888 or Desert Valley Shuttle - 760.251.4020 or 800.413.3999

Driving directions:
Turn left on El Cielo, then left on Ramon Road to Interstate 10 East. Take Interstate 10 East to Cook Street. Turn right on Cook Street, go 4 miles to Hwy. 111 and turn left. Then 2 miles to Indian Wells Lane and turn left. The resort will be on your right.
13 miles
Estimated taxi fare: $65 (one way)

From LA/Ontario International Airport

Driving directions:
Exit Ontario Airport to Archibald Avenue North. Take Archibald Avenue to Interstate 10 East. Take Interstate 10 East for 83 miles. Exit Cook Street and turn right. Go 4 miles to Hwy. 111 and turn left. Go 2 miles to Indian Wells Lane and turn left. The resort will be on your right.

90 miles
Estimated taxi fare: $250 (one way)

From Los Angeles International Airport

Driving directions:
Exit the Airport to Sepulveda Boulevard. Enter Century 105 going east. Continue east on 105 to 605 North. Continue on 605 North to Interstate 10 East. Exit Cook Street and turn right. Go 4 miles to Hwy. 111 and turn left. Go 2 miles to Indian Wells Lane and turn left. The resort will be on your right.
120 miles
Estimated taxi fare: $300 (one way)

Parking
    Complimentary on-site parking
    Valet parking (Fee: $22 daily)

Travel Tips

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♦ Expand travel destination search to the surrounding airports - Palm Springs, Ontario, Orange County, San Diego, Long Beach, LAX

♦ Reserve flight and car rental together

♦ Save 5% on American Airlines through Quality Travel

Quality Travel Services
703-556-0909
800-331-5601
Email: getaway@qualityservices.com
www.qualitytravelservices.com

♦ Coordinate with other coalition members also attending the Mid-year to share rental car expenses