I am a local who has known Laurie Lund for 20+ years. Wedding planning is about having a plethora…read moreof resources. Laurie's resources run deep. She has a plan "A" and always a plan "B". Couples want to feel safe that their wedding vision will be executed. You can put your trust in Laurie and her staff. I do! Rev. Richard Cadieux

Our wedding was a month ago, and we only have great things to say about Laurie and her team. We can…read moresay with certainty that we couldn't have done it without her, and she was with us every step of the way. She handled every snag, random task, and even winter rain in the desert and worked so that we could just enjoy our wedding. We had a blast, and have her to thank for that. Every vendor she recommended to us was top notch. Book her for any event in the Palm Springs area!

I couldn't be happier with my birthday centerpieces! Valerie took my ideas and executed them…read moreperfectly. The process was seamless from start to finish, and her attention to detail really showed. I would absolutely use her again!

I used Valerie for my wedding flower needs and she was amazing!! The entire process from beginning…read moreto end was so smooth and the flowers were gorgeous!! Not only was she great at communicating, but I relied on her artistic abilities to fulfill a vision that I was struggling with. My husband and I are macabre people and she had no problem working with bones and helping me get the dark beauty I was hoping for. She made my bouquet, bridesmaids bouquets, groom & groomsmen boutonnieres, and added flowers and leaves for my centerpieces. Everything was much better than I could've asked for, and I couldn't imagine getting the support and help from any other florist. I wouldn't hesitate to use her again, and I HIGHLY recommend her for professionalism, support, value, and absolutely amazing attention to detail!!

Our family absolutely loves the cabin up in Big Bear! We have come here several times now and the…read morekids always ask when we will go back. It's conveniently located to the slopes and to downtown. Parking is easy. The house has always been clean when we arrive and check in is easy as well. The bedrooms are each equipped to sleep a full young family and there are plenty of towels, sheets, and blankets. The best part is the entertainment options. It's not an empty house. You walk in and there are things to do from little kid toys, to arcades, and a pool table. TV works well and the couches are comfortable. Would highly recommend this cabin for 2-3 families comfortably. 4th family could work also if people are ok sleeping on the couches. (I would be!)

We've stayed here 3 years in a row with 2 other families (5 kids total) and love it every time!…read moreSpacious enough for everyone, with a great layout for both hanging out and finding quiet time. The bar and pool table are big hits, and the cabin is always cozy, clean, and well-stocked. Our favorite Big Bear tradition!

Ice and water machines work half the time, lakes look terrible full of moss. I'm not paying any…read moremore for this expensive membership.

Just returned from looong weekend at LaQuinta CC. We live in Newport Beach in California. LaQuinta…read morewas heaven with its beautiful blue skies, greenest golf course and coral colored, looming mountains. I don't golf but the view was mesmerizing. Dinners and service were both A+!

Love, love, love Lotus Garden Center…read more Looking for unique flowers or gifts? If you live in the Coachella Valley , Lotus Garden Center in Palm Desert should be your first and only stop. It's where I buy my bouquets for my girlfriends' birthdays, they did beautiful Thanksgiving arrangements for my family event and drop dead gorgeous arrangements and the bridal bouquet for my daughter's wedding.

I was introduced today to Lotus Garden Center when a very beloved store on El Paseo sent me an…read morearrangement in gratitude for my business. Was I ever impressed! The delivery guy called me in advance to make sure he could get into my community (good idea - his name had to be called in to the gate). When he arrived he was dressed festively in a sequin shirt and also wearing a big smile. And my goodness, the flower arrangement was breathtaking!!! It is of substantial size and I'd say the majority of the elements will last a long time and will definitely last beyond Christmas. The artistry of the arrangement is 5 stars! Simply gorgeous and luxe looking. I had to read some of the other reviews and now understand they also sell gifts. I'll be checking them out in person now.

We loved our stay here, from beginning to end. Easy and friendly check in, including an upgrade to…read morethe Presidential Suite. Grounds are beautiful. Bars and restaurants and shopping. After first visit to bar, they knew us and placed our drinks in front of us without our having to order. Housekeeping was thorough and friendly. Only one complaint...cheap toilet paper. We fixed that....and I laughed when housekeeper stamped it for use later. I must not be the only princess that replaces it after shopping! It was so hot we couldn't explore grounds, but would loved to do that. Especially visiting the Flamingos. We will be back...you know we will!

After coming across an Instagram reel on JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, I did more…read moreresearch then few more reels popped up, it was teasing me.. I had to book a night ( wish we coulda stay longer than one night) but I booked our stay just so I can check it out for myself, this August 2026 I can finally cross this off my bookmarks & this JW will be on my list to visit again in the future. It was a dream come true from watching all the reels and being here in live in real life! This place is simply amazing! Prior to checking in we rode the boat around the lake, such a fun 15 minute boat ride on the property, then we checked in. If you are a fan of "Saved By The Bell", Jesse father's wedding was filmed here. I called & made reservations for the boat ride, $10. per person on weekends & $ 5. on weekdays. Happy there is a Marriott Elite check in counter which I utilized and wait wasn't too long, staff (she just started 3 months, sorry for not getting your name) who checked me in was so nice, she was helpful with giving us all the room & check in info. We also got bellman to assist with luggage, he was so awesome, also shared some tips with us. I booked the Griffith suite, which is a one bedroom suite. I was hoping for an upgrade with my elite status and so sad- I can't do the late check out which was offered since we got a tight schedule. I wasn't amazed by our room but more amazed with the atmosphere and just happy that we are here, our balcony view were palm trees which was a great photo opt. There is a daily resort fee of $45. + tax, which includes: daily fitness classes for 2 guests, daily golf range access + range balls for 2 guests, daily miniature golf for up to 4 guests, daily 2-hour bike rental for 2 guests, daily 1- hour tennis court + racquet rental for 2 guests, daily 1-hour pickleball court equipment for 2 guests, daily fish feeding activity, enhanced high-speed wifi. Parking/valet charges are separate. The daily resort fee was worth it for all the activities, but visiting Palm Springs in August, which I don't recommend, the temperature was in the 3 digits. We did ride the bike for 20 mins and enjoyed the pool for a bit during our stay. It was too hot to explore the premises. All in all, I Loved our super short stay, I got our photos in, it was truly a memorable stay and that lobby was so breathtaking. I am grateful & thankful everyday for my life! Totally recommend when visiting Palm Springs .

This review is for the only restaurant there at the golf club…read more Terrible, terrible, terrible for the food and services and ambiance. We were invited by a friend to this so call private golf club to eat. There were literally teenagers working there. The way they dress, talk and no ideas on working in a restaurant or even hospitality. Food presentation was awful and the taste was dried and salty. They never came out to see what we needed. As a customer we had to constantly tell them what to do for all the basic that they should have been trained in. We order coffee. A cup was of coffee was brought out. Where is the creamer. Then creamer was brought out. Can we get a spoon to stir please. Constant back and forth. No self awareness of what is needed on the table or what goes with what. We can hear them laughing aloud in the restaurant as there were only 2 tables with customers including us. We heard recently there was a change of the executive chef, that did not help in quality of the food. But i think they need to re-evaluate the restaurant management and its priority. It appears this club and restaurant services senior people with money, and being private club on a Friday and in Pauma Valley with no nearby restaurants , except for some decent ones in the casinos, they settle for this restaurant. Truly my last time here and will let people know. Hire cooks and service people that want to be in the hospitality business. Not teenagers.

Love love love Palm Valley. Grounds are kept up immaculately. Food at the club is very good. HOA…read moreis responsive, cheerful and accommodating. . Club could use a facelift which I believe is on the calendar.

Fantastic resort for a family vacation. We used a suite upgrade and stayed in the Champions Suite…read moreon the fourth floor, and had two balconies with views of the waterslides. The kids were ecstatic with the size of the room, and my husband and I liked that there was a full size fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, and a six person dining table. There were also two fullsized bathrooms, with the master bath including a tub. We had a king sized bed in the bedroom, and the kids slept on the sofa bed. The waterpark was the main attraction and our kids loved the lazy river, both waterslides, and the various pools. It was nice that there were smaller pools you could go to if you wanted a quieter experience. There was also a tot area with a smaller waterslide and splashpad and wading pool. Room keys were on the wristband, so you could wear that while swimming and not worry about losing your room keys. Globalists get free breakfast for two adults and two kids. During the week, there's regular restaurant service. On Fridays, Saturday and Sundays, there is a buffet brunch and that was much better than the weekday breakfast. Globalists also receive free access to the spa area, which was nice. Staff was all very friendly and kind and eager to help, which made the experience very pleasant. We hope to return next year, but we'll bring water shoes next time -- the pavement gets hot and sometimes you exit the lazy river or pool in a different area than where you left your sandals.

We had a great stay at the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells! The property and resort amenities are…read morebeautiful, the staff is welcoming, and overall it was a wonderful experience. The only downside was the setup for bringing our dog. There's a $175 pet fee, which feels a bit steep, and we weren't assigned a ground-floor room. Having to take the elevator up and down every time for potty breaks was a bit inconvenient.