THERMAL, CALIFORNIA (November 17, 2009) – Picture-perfect weather and fantastic accommodations await exhibitors heading to the 2010 HITS Desert Circuit. HITS is pleased to announce its Premier Lodging partners for the 2010 season, who are ready to welcome everyone back for another season of fun in the sun!
HITS Lodging Partners are all conveniently located close to the show grounds and feature the best accommodations at the best rates just for HITS exhibitors. "Each of our Premier Lodging Partners is considered the best in its class and each one offers our competitors lodging to fit their lifestyles," said HITS' Account Executive for Corporate Sponsorship Lisa Engel. "You can't go wrong when choosing HITS' Premier Lodging Partners!"
Best Western Date Tree -This hotel features a relaxing Olympic-sized heated pool with a spa that is open 24 hours a day. The pet-friendly hotel also offers a fitness room, mini-fridges, free wireless high-speed internet access, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast and a laundry room. Each room is spacious and tastefully decorated and offers guests a kitchenette, DVD player and complimentary movie library. Family suites are also available.
Comfort Suites Palm Desert - Conveniently located off of Interstate 10 and just minutes from the HITS Desert Horse Park, Comfort Suites Palm Desert is a smoke-free, pet-friendly hotel. Guests will enjoy complimentary hot breakfasts, heated outdoor pool and spa, exercise room, free high-speed internet, a business center and plenty of parking for trucks and trailers.
La Quinta Old Town Villas-These condominiums are offered by Fairway Vacation Rentals and located in the upscale Old Town area in south La Quinta that features “walk to” shops, restaurants and galleries. Each of these privately owned condominiums can sleep up to four people and includes one bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a living room with a fireplace and a queen-sleeper sofa. A washer and dryer, two televisions, high speed Internet, designer furnishings, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances are all included. The property also features four pools and spas. This facility is smoke free. Larger properties are available at PGA WEST and Legacy Villas.
Fantasy Springs Casino- Less than a ten-minute drive from HITS Thermal, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino is Palm Springs' leader in gaming and entertainment. A complete destination resort offering guests 250 well-appointed rooms and suites, Vegas-style casino, six unique restaurant selections, a bowling center and arcade. Guests can also enjoy live world-class entertainment and special events, the championship Eagle Falls Golf Course, Nautilus fitness center as well as a beautiful outdoor swimming pool oasis and recreation area.
Hyatt Grand Champion Resort- An elegant, family-friendly resort, Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa provides every amenity to make your stay in the Coachella Valley one to remember. Located conveniently off of Highway 111, Hyatt Grand Champion is located between La Quinta and the El Paseo shopping district. The Hyatt Grand Champion offers high-speed internet, a business center, fitness room, jogging paths, pools, Camp Hyatt (for children 3-12 years old), laundry service, on-site car rental service, salon, cascading fountains, award winning golf, tennis, as well as several award-winning dining options and a relaxing spa. One and two bedroom suites and villas are available. Make sure to reserve early and mention HITS in order to receive the HITS Thermal exhibitor discount!
Indian Palms Country Club & Resort- The Hotel at Indian Palms Country Club is just minutes from the HITS Desert Horse Park, in Thermal. The 59-room boutique hotel is located within a gated community offering 27 holes of championship golf, a driving range, putting green, two pools, tennis courts and a full fitness center. For dining, the La Palma Restaurant offers lunch and dinner, and their golf snack bar features breakfast fare and sandwiches. Complimentary wireless Internet, parking and daily newspaper are also yours to enjoy. Indian Palms Country Club & Resort is pet friendly so bring the puppy along! Please contact the hotel directly to make reservations and don't forget to ask for the HITS Exhibitor hospitality rate!
Inn at Deep Canyon- One of Palm Desert's finest small hotels overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds, Deep Canyon features complimentary continental breakfast, a heated pool with a sundeck and spa, as well as refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers in every room. The pet-friendly Inn also offers free high-speed wireless Internet and is conveniently located near shopping and fine dining at El Paseo.
JW Marriott's Desert Springs Resort- In one word, this resort can be described as ‘fabulous'! It features stylish surroundings and spectacular views with golf courses, sparkling pools, an impressive lobby with gondolas and exotic birds to welcome guests. The resort also features a brand-new spa, fine dining, sizzling nightlife and every amenity under the sun. It's conveniently located near the HITS Desert Horse Park via Interstate 10.
La Quinta Resort & Club -
A legendary hideaway and meeting destination, La Quinta has been renowned since 1926 for its charm and serenity. Beautiful lodging is set amidst welcoming gardens and the surrounding mountainous backdrop. La Quinta Resort & Club features 90 holes of some of the country's best golf courses, including the famous Stadium Golf Course at PGA WEST and the picturesque Mountain Course at La Quinta Resort. World-class Spa La Quinta offers resort guests a variety of unique indoor and outdoor treatments, including the famous PGA WEST Golf Massage, open-air Celestial Showers Sacred Stone Massage and more. Enjoy casual and resort-friendly dining at the new Morgan's in the Desert, Twenty6 and Adobe Grill. The Resort is also pet friendly! All rooms are equipped with mini refrigerators with fully stocked beverages and snacks. Also, don't forget to check out the Holiday Specials at La Quinta Resort & Club. Click here to receive your special HITS rate!
Super 8 -Conveniently located to the HITS Desert Horse Park, the Super 8 is a pet-friendly hotel that features a free continental breakfast, high-speed Internet and a pool.
Special rates, when offered, are listed on the Lodging Section of the HITS Website as well as pet-friendly designations. Be sure to make your reservations early in order to obtain the best rates available and don't forget to mention that you are competing at HITS.
HITS, Inc. produces high-quality, international-level hunter/jumper horse shows. Based in upstate New York in the village of Saugerties, HITS has been producing shows since 1982 and is now a nationwide company with world-class circuits in California, Florida, Arizona, New York and Virginia. In 2010, HITS will take the industry to new heights when it hosts the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix in Saugerties on September 12.
For more information and a complete schedule of classes and events, visit www.HitsShows.com
Media should contact the HITS Media Team at 845.246.8833 or e-mail
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2010 DATES
DC I
January 26-31 | Entry
DC II - World Cup Week
February 2-7 | Entry
DC III - World Cup Week
February 9-14 | Entry
OFF-WEEK
February 16-21 | Entry
DC IV - World Cup Week
February 23-28 | Entry
DC V - World Cup Week
March 2-7 | Entry
DC VI
March 9-14 | Entry
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