Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36Visit us at juniorgolfmag.net January 2017 | 19 Subscribe today at juniorgolfmag.net Continued on page 20 T ake a walk in the desert and you see and hear many unexpected delights, illu- minated by a certain clarity that comes from the stillness, the calm, the majesty. It is true even when that walk involves a 7,000- yard battle with a dramatic golf course or two, or five, carved out of the rocky hillsides and palm oases. That is just part of the allure of the iconic La Quinta Resort & Club, in La Quinta near Palm Springs, California. THE CELEBRITY HIDEAWAY To walk at La Quinta is to stroll in the foot- steps of legends, both of the golfing variety and the entertainment world. Originally founded in 1926, a vision of San Francisco businessman Walter Morgan, it consisted of roughly 1,400 acres at first. Morgan saw more than a parcel of land surrounded by moun- tains, however. He imagined a place of beauty where guests could escape from the busy cities and coastlines – a haven from the rat race that was even existent in those long ago times. Unlike the large block-style luxury hotels with multiple floors and elevators, La Quinta was designed as a series of individual casitas, built with hand-laid bricks and tiles, scattered across the beautifully manicured grounds. The idea caught on quickly as famous Hollywood celebrities of the era, such as Frank Sinatra, called La Quinta their home away from home. Frank Capra even wrote his storyline for the timeless holiday film, “It’s a Beautiful Life,” in one of the casitas. GOLF FOR EVERY STYLE AND TASTE Today, La Quinta Resort is a popular desti- nation spot for vacationers of all types, from golfers and tennis aficionados to outdoor en- thusiasts, spa seekers, businesspeople and nu- merous modern day celebrities. While many families often think first of a seaside resort for their vacation plans, the allure of the desert can be an irresistible force. At La Quinta, the pull can be even more pronounced because of the magnificent natural surroundings and first rate facilities. There is something for every family member here. Five tournament class golf courses cover much of the property. These include layouts designed by Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman. It’s no wonder that La Quin- LA QUINTA RESORT Dazzles Like a Desert Sunrise BYRANDYSCHULTZ