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for non-residents. Purchase before October 1, 2012 to SAVE $50 and receive current Summer VIP cardholder rates. Classic Club, a nationally recognized championship course designed by Arnold Palmer and a three time host site of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, creates a new spin on desert golf with rolling terrain, wide landing areas, 30 acres of water features, 14 bridges, pine trees, and pine straw ground cover. It has received numerous awards including being named a 2009 "Resort Course of Distinction" by GolfWeek. Visit playclassicclub.com for special rates. Desert Willow, home to two of the Coachella Valley's top rated courses, Firecliff and Mountain View, offers great discount value with the 2012-2103 Platinum Club Card... The Best Golf Value in the Southern California Desert. Says Desert Willow's Bruce Nation, "Our Platinum Club Card is one of the most sought after frequent player programs in the Coachella Valley and the sooner you buy the card, the sooner you can start enjoying its benefits.Cardholder Benefits include discounted green fees for cardholder and up to 3 guests with winter month rates ranging from $70 to $110 per player based on time of year and time of day. Booking can be done up to 21 days in advance. There is also 50% off range rates,10% off restaurant dining, 30% off non-sale apparel & accessories, and 15% off golf instruction. Purchase price for Palm Desert residents is $199 and $299 Visit desertwillow.com for details. SilverRock Resort - Owned by the City of La Quinta and managed by Palm Springs Layouts On Golf.com's 2012 List Of Best California Public Golf Courses 7. PGA West (TPC Stadium), La Quinta - www.pgawest.com 9. La Quinta (Mountain), La Quinta - www.laquintaresort.com/golf/pete_dye_ mountain_course 13. Indian Wells (Players), Indian Wells - www.indianwellsgolfresort.com Landmark Golf Management, SilverRock Resort's Arnold Palmer Classic Course, one of the home courses for the Bob Hope Classic, is a challenging 7,578 yard masterpiece. Sprawling over 200 acres with massive native bunkers and stunning water features set against the backdrop and natural beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains, it is a development project funded through the City of La Quinta's Redevelopment Agency. The master plan includes 36 holes of championship golf, a world-class practice center, retail venues, luxury and boutique hotels and a convention center. For Golf Specials visit silverrock.org. The Unlimited Golf For Two package at JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa features accommodations in elegantly appointed rooms and unlimited golf for two people on two Ted Robinson designed 18-hole championship golf courses. Also included is breakfast for two, a $25 resort credit, range balls, bag tag and golf club valet service. Rates start at just $279 during September and from $329 15. Desert Willow (Firecliff), Palm Desert - www.desertwillow.com 20. Indian Wells (Celebrity), Indian Wells - www.indianwellsgolfresort.com 26. Marriott's Shadow Ridge, Palm Desert - www.marriott.com/golf-hotels through the end of the year. For information, visit desertspringsresort.com The "Immaculate" Indian Springs Golf Club where they say their greens are a perfect ten, is rated "Best Course under $100" by The Desert Sun and for 2008- 2009 has received Golf Digest's 4 star rating. Indian Springs has a reputation as one of the finest and most player friendly courses in the Palm Springs Area. Their email specials offers are among the best values in the Valley. Visit indianspringsgc.com to sign up for their late-breaking e-specials. The Indian Palms Intervals located in the gated Indian Palms Country Club has 83 vacation units. All units are 2 bedroom / one bath, and have full kitchen facilities, and cutlery service for six. The resort's amenities include gas BBQ's, laundry facility, two pools & spas and putting green. The 27 hole championship golf course has a driving range and 5 tennis courts (All club amenities are subject to availability and additional fees). For details, call (760) 347-7640. For over 20 years, Stand By Golf has been offering incredible discounts of 10% – 50% off the posted rate on over 40 championship courses in the Palm Springs desert area. Their knowledgeable golfing staff professionals are experts in matching all of your golfing needs. Call or book on-line your guaranteed tee time for play the same day, next day or up to 30 days in advance. One great gift idea they suggest are certificates for holiday giving, birthdays, anniversaries or as tournament hole-in-one prizes. Also don't forget to join their E-Club to get the latest information on discount golf rates & packages. Call 760.321.2665 or visit standbygolf.com. Consisting of two 18-hole golf courses, Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort is rated as "one of the best places to play" by Golf Digest. The Legend Course is a traditional layout while the Resort Course, designed by well known architect Ted Robinson, is a desert links style course with rolling terrain. They have web special tee times that can include cart and meals for some great prices. Walk on singles are guaranteed to be playing within a hour or the round is free and their Players Card is well worth checking out. Visit tahquitzgolfresort.com. You can see some of the best young golfers in the world when the Canadian Tour comes to Palm Springs for the $150,000 USD Desert Dunes Classic at the Desert Dunes Golf Club in early November. www.desertdunesgolf.com. The Golf Club at Terra Lago presents 36 challenging Continued On Page 40 38 2012 PALM SPRINGS UPDATE