{"id":5261,"date":"2017-05-30T20:31:19","date_gmt":"2017-05-30T20:31:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/offmetro.com\/sf\/?p=5261"},"modified":"2024-06-10T22:20:10","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T22:20:10","slug":"palm-springs-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ca\/5261\/palm-springs-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit the Desert Paradise of Palm Springs for Endless Hiking Trails + Sunshine"},"content":{"rendered":"

Palm Springs is a desert paradise with an urban sensibility. Visually striking, the natural scenery and deep blue sky <\/del>form a perfect backdrop for this vibrant <\/del>city’s eclectic display of modern architecture.<\/del> Sun-starved? Look no further, as this Coachella Valley community, nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains, enjoys 350 days of sunshine annually.<\/p>\n

Outdoor<\/del> activities rule here, whether you want to hike, bike, hot air balloon or just lie by your hotel\u2019s pool. A cosmopolitan dining scene, sophisticated arts community and a genuine embrace of all types of lifestyles means that everyone will be comfortable. This palm-studded oasis is just a one hour non-stop flight from San Francisco, making it a quick and easy car-free weekend getaway.<\/p>\n

Things to do in the great outdoors<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway<\/a> is <\/del>a lengthy bike ride from downtown, but well worth the 10-minute taxi trip to the Valley Station departure point. This state-of-the art, Swiss-made tram\u2019s rotating car allows for incredible views as you are transported from the desert floor to the alpine forest at 8,516 feet. Bring a cozy jacket because it\u2019s considerably cooler up there, and is often blanketed with snow, creating a dramatic contrast with the desert heat below. Once you arrive, you can rent snowshoes or cross-country skis during cooler months, even if you have just been swimming in your hotel pool. The ride<\/del> takes only 10 minutes, but allow plenty of time at the summit to savor the surrounding wilderness and views.<\/p>\n

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Golf and tennis are popular pastimes in the Coachella Valley, and you will have your pick from over 100 lush golf courses in the area. If your hotel doesn\u2019t have its own tennis court, night-lit ones are free and open to the public at Palm Springs High School on Ramon Road and at Ruth Hardy Park.<\/p>\n

Mid-Century modern rules<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/del>Palm Springs has an eye-catching collection of meticulously preserved <\/del>mid-century modern architecture<\/del>. Desert Modernism is notable for its use of glass, clean lines and indoor\/outdoor spaces. There are plenty of examples of Jetsonsesque homes and public spaces by respected architects such as Richard Neutra, Donald Wexler and Albert Frey. Stroll the Uptown Design District, where you can purchase your very own piece of mid-century modern mystique to bring home at one of the dozens of <\/del>hip furniture boutiques and antique shops.<\/p>\n

Arts and entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies<\/a> is an often sold-out revue that runs November-May. Super-fit senior citizen showgirls put on a nostalgic vaudeville-style romp and their buff physiques cause audience members half their age to drool.<\/p>\n

Each Thursday evening, downtown Palm Springs is transformed into a street fair called VillageFest<\/a>. Artists, craftsmen and jewelry makers present their handcrafted wares along with inexpensive food and free entertainment.<\/p>\n

If gambling is your style, you will find 24-hour gaming and entertainment downtown at the Spa Resort Casino<\/a><\/del>. However, online gambling may be a better for those that want to experience the thrill of playing live casino games while at home. There are plenty of mobile casino apps<\/a> that you can download that function just like a traditional casino. Playing online slot games is also very convenient and easily accessible on any device over the internet. Players can start joker123 gaming<\/a> any time and anywhere without any hassle.<\/p>\n

Hollywood, past and present<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some are lured to Palm Springs for its rich Hollywood legacy\u2013 Sinatra and the rest of the Rat Pack used it as their personal playground, and loads of celebrities continue to live or vacation in this idyllic hideaway. Stop by Melvyn\u2019s<\/a>, the famed former Rat Pack hang out, to get a glimpse of old-school glamour, where the piano bar and dancing continue until the wee hours.<\/p>\n

Palm Springs’ proximity to Los Angeles, a two-hour drive west, helps to explain the wealth of film festivals year round. The Palm Springs International Film Festival<\/a> is a star-studded event, but the ShortFest<\/a>, Film Noir<\/a>, Cinema Diverse<\/a> (LGBT) and brand new American Documentary Film Festival<\/a> are all big draws with excellent programming.<\/p>\n

LGBT visitors<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anything goes in Palm Springs, and this open-minded community warmly welcomes the LGBT community. Palm Springs is a top vacation destination for gay and lesbian travelers all year, but there are some special events. The Dinah<\/a>, named after long-time resident Dinah Shore, is an annual springtime all-girl shindig<\/del> considered the biggest gathering of lesbians in the world. Jane Lynch, Chaka Khan and the Pussycat Dolls have all attended. Held each April, the White Party Weekend<\/a> is one of the premiere events <\/del>of the year. In 2012, over 30,000 revelers <\/del>partied to the max, with a white-only dress code bash held at the Convention Center on Saturday night crowning things off. Greater Palm Springs Pride<\/a> is a two-day cultural event, complete with a parade, held in early November.<\/p>\n

Where to sleep<\/strong><\/p>\n

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On the opposite end of the accommodation spectrum is Los Arboles<\/a>, located in the heart of the trendy Uptown Design District. This 21-room boutique hotel is a romantic sanctuary of calm and tranquility. Each room feels like an individual casita, with colorful Mexican tile accents, Jacuzzi tubs and fireplaces. The elegant pool area<\/del> is surrounded by jasmine, rosemary, sugar cane and bougainvillea. If you need anything, the owners are at your service. Otherwise you experience here will be private and discreet. The lovely on-site restaurant, El Mirasol<\/a>, is a destination in itself.<\/p>\n

Where to eat
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Woody\u2019s<\/a> is a casual burger joint, where you can eat at the counter as you sit on a swivel stool and watch the grill man prepare your order. Choose a full-sized burger, or a slider, which packs a bold punch of juicy flavor despite its diminutive size, thanks to beef that is ground daily. Sweet potato fries and addictive beer-battered onion rings have a cult-like following. Woody\u2019s features live music several nights per week.<\/p>\n

For mouth-watering Mexican food, El Mirasol<\/a> <\/del>beckons. Family owned and operated, its classic Central Mexican dishes should not be missed. Shrimp Pipi\u00e1n, Chicken Mole and Chile Relleno are all authentically prepared, but with heart-healthy oils instead of lard. Vegetarians have lots of choices, and the spinach enchiladas are certain to delight. The Margaritas are gigantic, and the hot sauce so popular they now sell it to take home. If flan is on the dessert menu, don\u2019t refuse it.<\/p>\n

If you need a mid-day caffeine fix, Koffi<\/a> offers two house blends, mild and bold, and a lovely garden setting to <\/del>enjoy either. Home-baked muffins and giant cookies are the perfect go-with.<\/p>\n

Getting around town<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Some hotels offer airport and downtown shuttles. If yours does not, the public SunBus will get you where you want to go efficiently.<\/p>\n

Directions: <\/strong>Virgin America recently initiated non-stop flights to Palm Springs from SFO, so you should be able to score a bargain-priced fare. Alaska Airlines, American, United and Delta fly non-stop too. For more vacation planning information, check out Visit Palm Springs<\/a>, and don\u2019t miss its \u2018Weekly Deals\u2019 listings for last-minute bargains.<\/p>\n

Photos: The Saguaro, Balloons Above the Desert, JoeInSouthernCA<\/a>, El Mirasol<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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