Palm Springs
Posted on April 16th, 2010 by admin
Palm Springs may be known for its funky Modernist architecture, sprawling golf courses and sea of windmill farms, but it’s also a really great place to spend the weekend — especially during the milder winter months.
Veronica Hill of California Travel Tips tours beautiful Palm Springs California. Located 114 miles east of Los Angeles off the I-10 and 111 freeways, this balmy desert oasis makes a charming weekend escape.
A few of my favorite Palm Springs attractions are the famous Palm Springs Tram, that whisks you 8,500 feet above Mount San Jacinto, the Desert Adventures Jeep Tour, which takes you into the California desert and along the San Andreas Fault, and the educational Living Desert zoo and botanical gardens, where you can get a close-up look at native desert plants and desert animals.
If you’re looking to stay the weekend, Palm Springs hotels such as Desert Riviera Hotel and Horizon Hotel cater to the swanky crowd looking for a bit of retro chic. Both are located in the Heritage District, which is home to many of Palm Springs Mid Century Modern buildings.
Palm Springs resorts like Rancho Las Palmas and the Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa are known for their great pools, golf courses and spas.
For a price, you can even stay the night at Frank Sinatra’s former Twin Palms estate, or the honeymoon hideaway of Elvis Presley. Daily house tours of the Elvis home ($25 weekdays and $35 weekends) are offered by appointment.
By night you’ll find some fun Palm Springs entertainment at the Palm Springs Follies, where an over-55 cast of vaudeville entertainers pay homage to Route 66 in a musical revue.
Before you leave, don’t forget to stop at the Shield’s Date Farm in Indio, where you can stock up on Medjool dates, moist date nut bread or sample one of their famous creamy date shakes. You’ll think you’ve died and gone to heaven.
Palm Springs weather varies from the 70s in winter and spring to over 110 F during the summer months, so be sure you’ve packed accordingly. Even during peak season, you should bring a jacket. Evening temperatures often dip into the 40s.
Palm Springs Hotels
Frank Sinatra Twin Palms Estate
1148 Alejo, Palm Springs
(877) 318-2090
Rates start at $2,600 per night
www.beaumondevillas.com
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
1350 Ladera Circle, Palm Springs
(760) 322-1192
www.elvishoneymoon.com
Desert Riviera Hotel
610 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
(760) 327-5314
www.desertrivierahotel.com
Horizon Hotel
1050 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
(760) 323-1858
www.thehorizonhotel.com
Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa
41000 Bob Hope Drive, Palm Springs
(760) 568-2727
www.rancholaspalmas.com
Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa
74855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert
(760) 341-2211
www.desertspringsresort.com
Palm Springs Attractions
The Living Desert
47-900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert
(760) 346-5694
www.livingdesert.org
Palm Springs Follies
128 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
(760) 327-0225
www.psfollies.com
Palm Springs Tramway
1 Tramway Road, Palm Springs
(888) 515 – 8726
www.pstramway.com
Cabazon Dinosaurs
50800 Seminole Drive, Cabazon
(951) 922-8700
www.cabazondinosaurs.com
Shield’s Date Garden
80-225 U.S. Highway 111, Indio
(760) 347-7768
www.shieldsdates.com
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April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
@MrThemeParkAudios …
@MrThemeParkAudios Both sound great! We’ll try them next time we’re in town.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Out of all the …
Out of all the restaurants I have been to in Palm Springs, my fav is the Jackalope restaurant in La Quinta (same owners as Babe’s). It has a nice patio area and great food. Another good one is Stuft Pizza in La Quinta.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
So does the whole …
So does the whole West side of the USA, I just love all zones: Utah, Texas, California, all are simply amazing,
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Ahh. I love palm …
Ahh. I love palm springs. Its just a beautiful place at night, the breeze and all that, im glad i live there.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
@Scampbell32 Oh, …
@Scampbell32 Oh, yes!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
people refer to it …
people refer to it as a desert…is it like that?
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
@Scampbell32 Plenty …
@Scampbell32 Plenty of clubs, but it’s about 2 hours from Hollywood.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
I do as well.
I do as well.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
One thing you guys …
One thing you guys forgot to mention was Soak City but it isnt that great haha.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Well, my parents …
Well, my parents have a vaction home there and I am 18. I go there quite often. Lets just say it is UNGODLY expensive to own a house there. We do live on a golf course so maybe thats why. Nobody works there so I cant tell you about that. But it is VERY expensive for a decent size house.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
@flyboybgs
Ha ha! …
@flyboybgs
Ha ha! Okay! =]
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Shhh! Don’t tell …
Shhh! Don’t tell everyone how wonderful it is to live here. Let’s keep it our little secret!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Depends on your …
Depends on your price range, and what type of work you do. Some jobs are easier to get there than others… Hopefully someone on this comment board can help you out!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Is there such a …
Is there such a thing as a nice , safe , affordable place to live near Palm springs California where a husband and wife could live and work or is it unattainable for the average bear ?Thanks
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
do they have nite …
do they have nite clubs? is it close to hollywood?
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
im going here this …
im going here this summer to hang out with a mexican chick…yea, call me crazy.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
It’s great! We’re …
It’s great! We’re going back soon before it gets too hot. Going to check out the Riviera next!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Thank you, I LOVE …
Thank you, I LOVE Palm Springs !
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Mmmm. Sounds good! …
Mmmm. Sounds good! I was just in Rancho Mirage yesterday visiting the Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa. My parents discovered a nice little Mexican place called La Casita in Cathedral City. They were raving about it! I’ll have to try Las Casuelas next time!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
I’ve been there and …
I’ve been there and loved it! My favorite was going to Las Casuelas Terraza. Muy delicioso! The best authentic Mexican food I’ve ever had! (And I’m Mexican!)
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Best of luck to you …
Best of luck to you! I love Indian food, so I’ll have to try out Monsoon next visit. Cheers! Veronica
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
I´m thinking of …
I love the desert. I love the Indian restaurant Monsoon! Nice nice nice.
I´m thinking of moving there from Norway – establishing a base for my music career.
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Ah yes, I love …
Ah yes, I love Tommy Bahamas! I’ve been to the one in Newport Beach a few times. Haven’t been to the Palm Springs location. I really enjoy the Living Desert Zoo as well. So many beautiful animals — and plants. Thanks for commenting. I really appreciate it!
Veronica
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
My favorite …
My favorite restaurant would have to be Tommy Bahama’s! It’s right above the store on El Paseo! its soo good!
Oh and the zoo there is really good to!
April 16th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Sounds nice! What …
Sounds nice! What are some of your favorite restaurants and attractions?