Pala Mesa Resort: a true tranquil setting and an easy drive from Orange County.

Start with a private, tranquil setting, add a renowned championship golf course, fabulous dining opportunities, a state-of-the-art $10 million renovation with newly refurbished guest rooms and suites, and you've described Pala Mesa Resort in Fallbrook off of I-15.

Pala Mesa Resort is a true getaway within an hour or so from Orange County and roughly two hours from Los Angeles. Nestled below dramatic boulder-strewn hills, surrounded by groves of avocado and citrus, Pala Mesa Resort is far removed from an urban environment. It's a place for relaxation, a romantic wedding, or a corporate retreat all in one spectacular location.

Pala Mesa Resort creates a special guest experience by combining natural beauty, a refined yet relaxed style and an emphasis on service and hospitality. Guests are warmly welcomed, as at a fine country, club. Service is attentive and prompt, but never overbearing or intimidating.

Several features of Pala Mesa Resort are listed below:

* 133 beautifully appointed, newly renovated guests rooms and suites

* Heated swimming pool and relaxing whirlpool spa

* 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course, a recipient of the coveted four-star rating from Golf Digest. This course was voted one of the top 10 public courses in San Diego County by the Zagat Guide and U.S. golf courses by Golf one of the top 200 Digest.

* Grass driving range and practice putting green

* Private instruction and golf school on property from Bruce Baird's California Golf School

* Four hard-surface, lighted tennis courts and complimentary use of fitness center

* More than 17,600 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor meeting and banquet space

* Picturesque wedding and reception accommodations

* Three-mile scenic walking trail

"We've received rave reviews from our guests and the many corporate groups that have seen and enjoyed the new Pala Mesa Resort," said Jan McCormick, general manager of the property.

"The resort certainly has a renewed feel and that has been reflected by our increased occupancy and visits from locals who've enjoyed the new AquaTerra restaurant. We're expecting a tremendous year with growing tourism to the marketplace and Pala Mesa Resort as a location for many beautiful weddings again this year," she said.

A magnificent feature of the new Pala Mesa Resort is the recently opened AquaTerra restaurant. AquaTerra's chef Terry Morrow showcases California coastal cuisine in a menu that includes an extensive variety of fresh fish, steaks and poultry with infused flavors, innovative ingredients and beautiful presentations. Chef Morrow's ability to artfully combine these elements in the new restaurant has resulted in exciting new entrees such as garlic and herb crusted halibut, bacon-wrapped sea scallops and broiled lamb rack chops, or his special seafood risotto dish.

AquaTerra is open daily for lunch and dinner. Reservations call be made by calling [phone].

AquaTerra is a great gathering spot for lunch, or for those on their way back home from work in San Diego or Temecula. It's also perfect after a company retreat or after a meeting with our on-site wedding coordinator.

Pala Mesa Resort may be a true getaway, but it is still easily accessible. The resort is about 45 minutes from San Diego and the many attractions throughout the county; a little over an hour from Disneyland and most locations in Orange Country; and within two hours or less of anywhere in greater Los Angeles, including the area's many sights and amusement parks.

With the enviable weather of the Fallbrook area, the resort is a year-round escape as well. Ocean breezes that fan the protected location among inland hills, help create a unique microclimate with idyllic weather all year.

For further information on Pala Mesa Resort please call [phone] or visit resort Website at www.palamesa.com.