Palm Springs, California, lies on the western edge of the Coachella Valley, in the Colorado Desert. Located approximately 110 miles southeast of Los Angeles and 140 miles northeast of San Diego, the area is an easy two-hour drive by freeway. This desert oasis has a glorious climate, especially during the winter months when the temperatures are perfect for golf. More than 100 courses can be found in and around Palm Springs, including PGA layouts and designs by such world famous golfers as Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. While each player will find his or her personal favorites, one perennial favorite is Desert Willow Golf Resort, which offers two Palm Desert courses that together meet the needs of novices and experien...