Take off to sunny Palm Springs over high-demand dates -- including Valentine's Day and some weekends -- and stay at a 4-star resort for 40% off current rates. Unwind at the Renaissance Esmeralda Indian Wells Resort & Spa for $139 per night over the following dates:

• Jan. 20, 24-31
• Feb. 1-4, 13-14, 17-18, 24-28
• +$60 ... Feb. 15-16, 22-23 (a minimum two-night stay is required)

For $20 more per night, upgrade to a room with an additional 200 square feet of space.

All guestrooms underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation this fall. Private balconies give sweeping views of snow-capped mountains and the resort's 45 acres of well-manicured gardens.

Note: The resort charges an additional $28 daily resort fee, which covers self-parking, fitness classes, Wi-Fi, local calls, bottled water, resort bicycles and golf bag storage.