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TRAVEL GUIDE: PALM SPRINGS
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desert locations possess the glamour of Palm Springs.
This stylish city, which as early as 1936 boasted polo,
tennis, gaming, night clubs and more swimming pools
than any other city in the U.S., was thought of as the
Palm Beach of the West. Many Hollywood stars considered
this exclusive desert enclave their own private hideaway — Frank
Sinatra, Bob Hope and Kirk Douglas all built homes during
the early days of the city. Today, this archetypal desert
playground revolves around recreation and leisure. Bask
in its hot, dry climate as you play golf on dozens of
championship courses — or enjoy a reprieve from
the little white ball with a soothing spa session or
a day of superb shopping. Whatever your choices, this
inimitable resort town invites you to revel in its discovery.
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From 29 Palms to Rancho Mirage, we offer professional hotel reviews and ratings, so you can enjoy the perfect stay:
Palm Springs Hotels
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TOP 10 YOGA RETREATS
Nurturing
Nest
Located near Joshua Tree National Park, Nurturing Nest in the picturesque Palm Springs area is a tiny but lovingly tended hot springs retreat and spa. With just seven plain but pretty rooms, the nest offers weekend yoga classes and treatments such as Transformational Breathing and the "Total Tune-up." |
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72-HOUR
VACATION
Palm
Springs
Many visitors are content to
spend their Palm Springs trip relaxing by the pool, but there’s
plenty to do otherwise. Hollywood history, golf,
tennis, mid-century architecture, new-age spas, ancient
deserts and mountain wilderness await vacationers in this sanctuary set below the San Jacinto mountain range.
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UP, UP AND AWAY
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will whisk you away for a 2.5-mile gondola ride up Mt. San Jacinto to a lofty 8,500 feet above sea level. The gondola rotates ever so subtly en route, so if you don't have the view you want, all you have to do is wait. |
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HOTEL SPECIALS
Hyatt Regency Suites Palm Springs
A recent multi-million-dollar restoration has transformed this 194-suite property into a sleek and sophisticated Palm Springs modern treasure. It boasts extra-large suites --- more than 200 square feet larger than the average Palm Springs accommodation. more... |
Visit
the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism website at www.palm-springs.org or the Palm Springs Desert Resort Communities
Convention and Visitors Authority at www.palmspringsusa.com
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