Sick of cold weather? Try Death Valley and Furnace Creek Resorts

The spring-fed pool is just one of the luxuries at the Inn.

The fancy Inn at Furnace Creek closes May 8. If you are sick, sick, sick of winter (I know it's supposed to be spring) you can get a serious hit of heat at Death Valley National Park, CA. (see my March 2010 post for Inn details). The Inn is on the expensive side, but has long been a get away for Hollywood and business types who love history with their lodging.
The Ranch at Furnace Creek (not fancy but nice and open year round) is another option. You can go online at www.furnacecreekresort.com to make a reservation for either, but if you don't see what you want, call 1-800-236-7916 and the folks at Xanterra will help you out. If you have to wait, do! The reservation staff is very helpful.
Death Valley is 120 miles from Las Vegas and 300 miles from LA. There is a private airport at the park for private planes.