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Things to do on your next vacation to Palm Springs

April 9, 2022 by Danique Blok2 Comments

Palm Springs is the best spot to hit in California if you plan a trip there. This trip will have all the leisure time and adventure that you crave for. However, if you think you need something more, then make sure to explore Palm Desert. All in all, both of these places are amazing in my experience. Here is everything that must be a part of your plan for your next vacation to Palm Springs. Exploring nature from up close Palm Springs is a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, California, Canyon, Casino, Castle, Desert, Disneyland, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, Museum, Nightlife, Palm Springs, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Waterfall, Wildlife, Zoo

Visit California’s National Parks and Monuments From Your Couch As KCET Presents 7-Hour Presidents’ Day Huell Howser Marathon

February 1, 2018 by Dave2 Comments

Burbank, Calif. – KCET, the nation's largest independent public television station, announced today that on Mon., Feb. 19, beloved KCET host Huell Howser will return with a special "National Parks and Monuments" Presidents' Day Marathon highlighting the best of Huell Howser's CALIFORNIA'S GOLD and VISITING WITH HUELL HOWSER. The marathon will follow Howser up and down the California coast visiting popular locations such as Nixon's birthplace, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, California, Culture, Desert, Garden, Glacier, History, Interview, Monterey, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Nevada, North America, Palm Springs, Restaurants, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Sierra Nevada, Trekking

Stay: Miracle Hot Springs of Desert Hot Springs California + Local Attractions

May 30, 2014 by DaveLeave a Comment

A dry breeze blows - a few clouds drift by overhead lit up by a quarter moon that is bright yet not so overpowering that plenty of stars still shine through brightly. You are in the desert - about a two hour drive from downtown Los Angeles. The property is Miracle Springs Resort in Desert Hot Springs. This family owned resort is built on top of several layers of underground lakes (aquifers) located approximately 300 feet below the surface. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, California, Colorado, Desert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Hiking, Hot springs, Los Angeles, Massage, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Palm Springs, Palm Trees, Resort, Restaurants, Spa

Strap On Your Helmets – Amgen Tour of California is coming to Greater Palm Springs!

May 10, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

(Greater Palm Springs) - Strap on your helmets, Amgen Tour of California is coming to Greater Palm Springs! For the eighth consecutive year, the Amgen Tour of California, a cycling road race that draws athletes from around the world, will be making its way along the west coast of Cali. On Sunday, May 12, hundreds of biking enthusiasts will push off from the city of Escondido, ride through 13 California cities over an eight day period, and end … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Bicycle, California, Desert, Festival, History, Lifestyle, Palm Springs, Santa Rosa, Shopping Mall, Sports

Viceroy Santa Monica Celebrates 10 Years as Iconic Beach Hotel

October 25, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Anniversary Celebration Includes $10,000 Travel Giveaway and Exclusive Programming October, 2012 (Santa Monica, CA) – Viceroy Santa Monica, the flagship property of Viceroy Hotels and Resorts, managed by Viceroy Hotel Group, celebrates 10 years as an iconic Southern California hotel. As a tribute, the property announces special offers and experiences that invite locals and visitors to enjoy the best of the hotel and Santa Monica … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Anguilla, Beach, California, Culinary travel, England, Food and Wine, History, Interview, Istanbul, Italy, Lifestyle, Maldives, New York City, Palm Springs, Restaurants, Riviera, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Thailand, Wedding

Tour Palm Springs California with a Friend on Hand

May 22, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Palm Springs, CA (May 22, 2010) -- Have a cell phone or mobile device? That's all you need to have a personalized tour of Palm Springs. With the release of Visual Travel Tours' (VTT) "Exotic Palm Springs" visitors can explore this popular destination with a friendly tour guide in the palm of their hand. Anyone with a mobile device can enjoy the experience of a personalized tour of Palm Springs, even if they don't know anyone there. "The most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, California, Canyon, Casino, Cell Phone, Hollywood, Internet, iPhone, Journey, Los Angeles, Markets, Museum, Palm Springs, Palm Trees, Photography, San Diego, San Francisco, Shopping Mall

Los Angeles, CA – Los Angeles Cities

by Dave · Leave a Comment

Because Los Angeles is such a huge Metropolis, we have broken down this section into information about local cities and communities of interest. These are just a few places that Dave has visited in the Los Angeles area. More cities and "parts of town" will be highlighted here as time permits. Also consider day or weekend trips from Los Angeles to the following locations all of which are covered on Dave's Travel Corner: Catalina (View … [Read more...]

Palm Springs, CA

by Dave · 4 Comments

The city of Palm Springs quickly conjures up images of swaying palms, amorphous pools, golf courses, the strip, and heat. This is all true; there are many native and non native palm trees, a large plethora of golf courses, good shopping downtown and Palm Springs in the wintertime is often among the warmest areas to visit in the state of California. You can be hiking in the desert canyons nearby and the temperatures can be pushing 80 degrees while … [Read more...]

Palm Springs, CA – Tram Hike

by Dave · Leave a Comment

We have visited Palm Springs a number of times in January for the warm wintertime weather. The weather was what we had expected during the day each trip with temperatures in the high 70's and low 80's. In fact the town of Coachella (south of Palm Springs) recorded the nation's high temperature during one of our trips. We were staying with a group of 15 people in a time share condo. The condo was built against the base of a hill, and at night the … [Read more...]

Palm Springs, CA – Hikes

by Dave · 2 Comments

Indian Canyons are a must visit during any trip to Palm Springs. These canyons are located just south of downtown Palm Springs. From the 111 (called Palm Canyon Drive) take South Palm Canyon drive past Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, past a number of apartment like complexes until you come to the toll both (marking the entrance to Indian Canyons). If you drive south on Palm Canyon drive, South Palm Canyon drive will simply veer off to … [Read more...]

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