Palm Springs

Palm Springs is situated at the western edge of the Coachella Valley in central Riverside County. With its well-established neighborhoods, Palm Springs covers a geographical area of ninety-six square miles. In the past few years, the year round good weather, abundant nature and close proximity to Los Angeles have made Palm Springs a popular destination for tourists of all ages.

Palm Springs is described as a small city with many parks and recreational facilities. Palm Springs is also popular for its world-famous Hollywood-connection. For many years, movie and music stars have visited Palm Springs for relaxation and rejuvenation. With more that 100 golf courses, it is also known as the golf capital of the world. Palm Springs has the greatest collection of mid-century modern architecture in the world. It can be seen through the designs of banks, restaurants, apartment buildings, single-family homes, gas stations, post offices and libraries.

With some 350 days of sunshine, Palm Springs attracts many tourists. Approximately one million tourists visit Palm Springs every year. Palm Springs is enriched with culture, history and its beautiful landscape. The cultural amenities, the shopping, entertainment, dining and recreational facilities are world-class. The vibrant desert settings of Mt. San Jacinto, Palm Canyon Drive and the blue skies and open tranquil spaces attract nature lovers from around the world. With antique shops, mid-century modern architecture, buildings with a mix of eclectic design styles, art galleries, boutiques, golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants and night clubs, Palm Springs truly has something for everyone.

Really Palm Springs is the place to enjoy life.

Where To Stay:

There are many luxury hotels in Palm Springs. Le Parker Meridien is one. It has 144 rooms such as standard, deluxe, pool view, lanai rooms, 6 junior suites, 12 villas and the luxurious two-bedroom Gene Autry residence. All rooms have facilities like WI-FI high-speed Internet access, mini bars, in room safes, luxurious feather beds with feather duvets, sheep skin rugs, complimentary premium cable TV and on demand movies. The luxurious two-bedroom home comes with a living room, dining room, fully furnished kitchen, two royal bathrooms, extensive closet space and an outdoor lush lawn area. A 16,500 square foot world-class spa facility including indoor/outdoor swimming pools, saunas and therapy rooms are provided for leisure.

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What To Do:

California is a desert oasis for vacationers looking to escape colder climates and play on some of the most famous golf courses in the country. While golf is certainly the most popular recreational activity, Palm Springs also hosts numerous other active pursuits such as hiking, horseback riding, and tennis. Even with the highest of standards individuals have coming in, the 111 breathtaking courses that dot the beautiful terrain of Palm Springs and the surrounding areas will most certainly meet any expectations. The desert provides not only a dramatic background, but also the perfect environment for maintaining stunning courses due to the abundant sunshine (Palm Springs boasts over 350 days of sun per year) and low humidity. No matter what your skill level, you are sure to find a course that challenges every aspect of your game.

When searching for the right course for you, two to consider are Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort and Cimarron Golf Resort. The Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort offers two 18-hole courses, however, the Legend is the one to try if you want a traditional layout combined with a stiff test of nerves and ability. Cimarron Golf Resort, designed by John Fought, is a gorgeous course that combines the simple beauty of the native desert with European characteristics that may remind one of old Scotland styling. Try your hand at the long course and soak in the beauty of the lush green fairways set amongst majestic mountain peeks and sparkling blue water. Accurate shots are a must on this course since the sod-walled bunkers will eat up any errant or miss hits, so duffers beware, you will be in for a long day if your game is not up to par.

To enjoy one of the most beautiful environments in the Southwest, consider a hiking tour with a company like Desert Safari.

Whether you want to see Box Canyon and Mt. San Jacinto or ride up into the Santa Rosa range, there is a cycling adventure that meets your needs and abilities.

To kick off a relaxing day, take a stroll downtown and check out the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, which highlights celebrities and other notable figures that have lived in Palm Springs.

Give yourself the star treatment by heading over to the Tropics Retreat Spa, located in the Caliente Tropics Resort. Massage therapy, body wraps, pedicures, manicures, and facials are all available so you can pamper yourself and relieve any remaining stress while the guys hit the links.

Palm Springs is the perfect place to escape from a hectic lifestyle and get back to the beauty of the outdoors. To truly stay within this desert oasis and free yourself from the hustle and bustle of a popular resort town, consider Palm Springs vacation rentals for your accommodations needs. Every glance out the window gives you a glimpse of the surrounding mountain ranges as you enjoy the privacy and comforts of home.

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