7. Transportation
Transportation to the site is the responsibility of the participant. The hotel is approximately 3 miles from the Palm Springs Airport; you can call Airport Taxi at 760-862-9000 to make arrangements.  If you are in need of transportation from LAX (125mi), Ontario (70mi) airports you can call Express Shuttle (800) 427-7483. You need to make reservations at least three (3) days in advance and verify times and prices. We recommend renting a car to maximize your enjoyment of optional activities during free time.

10. Directions to Ingleside Inn
Ingleside Inn is just a short 115 mile drive from Los Angeles and from San Diego.

Going EAST on Interstate 10 - Exit Hwy111 S toward Palm Springs, go 9.8 miles then stay straight to go onto N Palm Canyon Dr, go 2.0 miles, turn right onto W Ramon Rd. Hotel is on the right. Corner of Ramon & Belardo.

Going WEST on Interstate 10 - Exit Ramon Rd toward Palm Springs and proceed for 8.4 miles. Hotel is on right. Corner of Ramon & Belardo

12. Important miscellaneous information
Please help CELS/Road Scholar and your fellow participants. If you must cancel your enrollment, please give us as much time as possible to notify people who might be on the wait list and need to arrive from another state. Call the Boston Road Scholar office promptly at (800) 454-5768. And if it is less than a week’s notice, also call us (CELS) at (760) 776-8874. If you cancel or will be delayed on the first day of the program, call the hotel at the number listed under ‘telephone’ above and leave a message for the CELS Coordinators so they don’t keep waiting for you. Our office is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Travel on public transportation may be required at times during our program.

For questions regarding your registration, enrollment status, or program payments, please contact Road Scholar Registration at (800) 454-5768. If you have any questions about any other aspect of this program please contact us at CELS (760) 776-8874. .

We look forward to seeing you!

13. Film Festival Registration and Check In
Located in the heart of Palm Springs.CELS registration is between 4:00 - 5:00 at each location on the first day of the program. Read the announcement board in the lobby for location. Hotel check-in is not until 2:00PM. If you arrive early, stroll the hotel in and out to get acquainted with offerings. At registration you will be given a CELS packet with the weeks schedule, participation list, special events and a smile. Dinner is scheduled for 6:00 PM with orientation following dinner – check the white board for current information. Please bring your CELS packet, reading glasses and pen/pencil to Orientation. Please give family/friends and house sitters the hotel number to reach you in case of an emergency. (760)325-0046.

Lodging
Accommodation #4 - Ingleside Inn
(760) 325-0046
www.inglesideinn.com
200 W. Ramon Road
Palm Springs, CA 92264

Two miles to the theater - The Ingleside Inn is an Official Palm Springs Historical Site, built in 1925. This boutique hotel, a quiet resort retreat snuggled against the San Jacinto Mountains, affords the best of both worlds - a place of old-world charm and just steps away from downtown Palm Springs. This Spanish style former estate offers luxury lodging on 2 acres of beautiful grounds. Each room is elegantly decorated. Relax in the porch swing on the vine-covered veranda. Enjoy your stay in this legendary hotel that is famous as a fabulous hideaway for celebrities. Large pool open 24 hours, Jacuzzi, backgammon and table tennis, and lounge. Cable TV, CD player, coffeemaker, refrigerator, and complimentary newspaper. Free wireless Internet access available in lobby, veranda and pool side. 1 Queen Bed Only or 1 King Bed Only

Meals
Lunches will be at the theater: Catered again this year by our local Aspen Mills Bread Company. Each day your taste buds will experience different homemade breads. This company uses only natural foods, no artificial additives, flavors, processed sugar, dairy products, fats or oils. The wheat bread is stone ground daily with natural wheat. Breads are sweetened with 100% natural honey - for our health conscious participants.

5N #8155 - 5 full breakfasts on site, 4 lunches at theater,  and 3 dinners on site. (2 dinners not included in tuition)

3N #10855 - full breakfasts on site, 3 lunches at theater,  and 2 dinners on site. (1dinner not included in tuition)

Film Festival Forms
Returning the Film Festival Only Forms found on this website does not enroll you in any of our programs!  MOST IMPORTANT  - Once you have received your registration confirmation from Road Scholar, please print out the Film Festival Only Forms and return the completed documents (4 pages) to CELS, 38994 Desert Greens Drive East, Palm Desert, CA 92260) right away (do NOT return the forms to Road Scholar).

Clothing
Comfort is the keynote for all activities. Check with www.weather.com for current conditions. Casual clothing, layered for changes of temperature. The auditorium is sometimes cool, so remember to bring a light sweater or jacket. Remember for those trying to break the record of 24 films viewed during the week, bring eye drops and also a water bottle. If you prefer to drive (sign the transportation waiver at registration) you might want to bring along a folding chair or a blanket to sit on at lunch outside the high school auditorium where we have our private showings. If you prefer, you can eat inside.

Miscellaneous
Palm Springs Follies – If you are interested in the Fabulous Palm Springs Follies this year, call them directly for reservations at (760) 327-0225. This is not included in the tuition. Mention that you are a CELS/Road Scholar guest and you will receive a discount! You will have Wednesday night open to see the Follies from 7:00 – 9:30PM. www.psfollies.com

Thursday Night - You will have Thursday Night open to go to the Village Fest downtown Palm Springs from 6-10PM. Also on Thursday the Palm Springs Art Museum is free from 4 – 8 PM.

Travel on public transportation may be required at times during our program.

For questions regarding your registration, enrollment status, or program payments, please contact Road Scholar Registration at (800) 454-5768.

If you have any questions about any other aspect of this program please contact CELS at (760) 776-8874.

Again, we welcome you to the desert. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us by email at eldercels@earthlink.net , by phone at 760-776-8874 or by fax at 760-776-8875. Our office is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Please be sure to include your name, phone number, program number and program date. If you are leaving a voice message, please speak slowly and clearly.

We look forward to seeing you!