Planning A Weekend in Palm Springs
The desert never really sound that appealing to a lot of people, however, if you plan your trip there at the right time, you can be impressed by the landscape and how relaxing a weekend in Palm Springs could be! So why not fly in San Diego or Los Angeles, rent a car and take a ride to Palm Springs!
More to do than you expected!
When you are planing your weekend in Palm Springs you have 2 choices: make it a relaxing weekend getaway, sitting by the pool and taking things slow, or see and do as much to get your mind off of your job and discover what the desert has to offer. Golf is a favorite activity, yes, even in the desert. Let me inform you about some things you can’t do close to home! If you opted for a more active weekend, consider a nature adventure at the Palm Canyon of the Agua Caliente Indian Canyons. The scenery is worth the hike. Come enjoy the color contrast of the rocks, walk along the water, and learn about Indian art…
If you don’t want to walk so much you can always plan a horse riding adventure to discover the landscape and canyons surrounding you. Coyote Ridge Staple and Crazy Horse Ranch give you the choice of different riding adventures.Then if you need to cool down a little, discover Palm Spring from the sky!
The Palm Springs Aerial Tram lifts you above 
the Sonoran Desert and takes you up the San Jacinto Moutains. Just the ride up itself is amazing. Thanks to the glass windows of the car and the fact that it turns around its center while bringing you up, you can enjoy every single view and see the five climatic zones you pass on your way. Once up there, the panorama is just breathtaking, and if you’re hungry, you can even stop for snack or a meal!
Now, if you prefer the relaxing side of a weekend escape in Palm Springs, you are at the right place. Palm Springs is one the best Spa destination of California. Most hotels offer spas package deals, and most of the accommodations found in Palm Springs are Spa Resorts. Palm Springs is home of one of the top 10 spas in the country: Parker Palm Springs Spa. This really is the deluxe version of all spas. If you are looking for something not as fancy, you have quite a list of Spas in Palm Springs to choose from.
Shopping in Palm Springs
If you are planning a weekend in Palm Springs during the summer time, shopping is a great way to hide from the heat for a while. Check out this list of shopping destinations in and around Palm Springs. Palm Springs is just steps away from the “Desert’s Rodeo Drive”, Palm Desert’s El Paseo Shopping District. From little boutiques to the Westfield Palm Desert mall you better wear comfortable shoes for your shopping trip. Men who don’t like shopping be aware, women will be there all day… plan something else to do! Even though you probably will have more choice than you dreamed of, if you needed another shopping treat after visiting El Paseo, Palm Springs Downtown is another great shopping experience thanks to its beautiful street set up. Now if you want a shopping experience a little more entertaining check out the River at Rancho Mirage. This amazing shopping and entertainment center brings together boutiques, live music and water falls… you should think about checking it out just for the beauty and style of the center; it is much more than just a shopping experience!
Eating in Palm Springs
For breakfast, think about stopping by Cheeky’s. The location is great, but wait until you read their menu: diverse, different, and tasty! You will get great service and regret breakfast is not served all day! For lunch, Jake’s Ready to Eat is your next stop. Chic atmosphere, great staff, and amazing food guaranteed. The price quality value is definitely a surprise in Palm Springs. For dinner if you like to discover a new cuisine and new tastes, make reservation at Copley’s on Palm Canyon.
The chef is known for its original cuisine as well as amazing dish your mouth will water thinking about it! Their wine selection is pretty complete and they have an impressive dessert menu, so keep a little room for some Basil Ice Cream…
Of course when planning your weekend in Palm Springs you should also include culture and art stops. Check out some art galleries and learn about the Indian art of the natives. So don’t hesitate, make your reservations today and come enjoy a relaxing time in the desert…
