| Far enough away from Los Angeles to avoid the | | | | feel far, far away from the real world, surely a very |
| crowds and protected from any sign of bad weather | | | | good thing. Up top you'll find cooler temperatures and |
| and pollution by the imposing presence of the San | | | | great hiking, so take a few minutes to enjoy it before |
| Jacinto mountains, Palm Springs is the definition of a | | | | heading back down to the next exciting distraction you |
| desert oasis. A visit here will whet a person's appetite | | | | can come up with. |
| for all things California while satisfying the thirst for | | | | Not that it's hard. For example, don't miss Palm Canyon |
| utter relaxation as well. Palm Springs is a pretty safe | | | | Drive. This palm tree-lined street sparkles all the time |
| bet for those in need of a place to lay low, play around | | | | with lights, art galleries, celebrity sidewalk stars, fresh |
| or reconnect with a significant other, so pack a bag | | | | fruit stands, live music, and plenty of chances for |
| and aim high for this trip that's sure to please. | | | | people watching. Thursday nights are an especially |
| California, in some people's opinion, has been unfairly | | | | hopping time thanks to what is known as Villagefest, |
| blessed with more than its fair share of natural beauty. | | | | so if you're here on this day of the week be sure to |
| Coming from a less visually stunning state, it seems | | | | stop by for some sensory stimulation. |
| that this coastal paradise is brimming with bounties | | | | Moorten Botanical Garden, a cluster of historic inns, |
| everywhere you look. Maybe it's the constantly sunny | | | | Indian Canyons, the Air Museum and nearby Joshua |
| weather, maybe it's the infectious smiles that everyone | | | | National Park are a few more sites definitely worth |
| wears, or maybe it's just the fact that you're not at | | | | seeing. Palm Springs is more than just a pretty face, |
| work or school, but when you stroll around Palm | | | | and it will take a little while to make the rounds. |
| Springs you'll find yourself positively enchanted. | | | | Hopefully you've saved up enough vacation days so |
| The splashy colors you'll encounter in Palm Springs | | | | that you won't have to rush around like mad to see it |
| won't just come from the desert, the sunsets and all | | | | all; part of the experience is allowing enough time to |
| the sparkling pools and golf courses; this town has | | | | dawdle, amble, and stroll as well. |
| brains as well as beauty, or at least a creative mind | | | | Speaking of slowing down to enjoy the experience, |
| anyway. The Palm Springs Art Museum is a | | | | find a comfy desert hideaway in the form of a Palm |
| well-known asset to this community and features a | | | | Springs Vacation Rental. These town homes, villas and |
| number of collections. Modern art, sculptures, Native | | | | charming little houses come in all shape and size and |
| American art and photography are just a few | | | | have a way of adding a touch of class and |
| examples of the genres represented, and there is also | | | | convenience to any trip. Pick one that's close to town |
| a theater whose schedule includes the likes of ballet, | | | | or one that's off in the wild California desert (well, not |
| jazz, opera and comedy. Take a dose of culture along | | | | too wild) to achieve the privacy and comfort that is |
| with the mindless lounging you're sure to do on this trip | | | | necessary to complete your Palm Springs getaway. |
| (it's okay, you deserve it) and stop by this worthwhile | | | | From the vacation homes to the ample activities, Palm |
| museum. | | | | Springs knows how to show anyone a good time. |
| Get back to nature by hopping aboard the Aerial | | | | Drop by for a few days or a few weeks, however |
| Tramway. This enclosed rotating car takes | | | | long it'll take to recharge your batteries and remember |
| passengers to a higher altitude and reveals the Palm | | | | what it's like to truly feel alive and well. |
| Springs area in all its glory. From 8,000 feet up you'll | | | | |