Palm Springs. Come to the Village of Palm Springs and feel the weight of the world float away. The desert air is fragrant with wildflowers and you can let your eyes rest on the sheltering mountains while you listen to the romantic whispers of the palm trees rustling in the soft breeze.
There is something for everyone in Palm Springs, which is a year round vacation destination. There is: sunning, shopping, golfing, hiking, biking, exploring, gaming, modern architecture, cultural and ethnic events, tennis, nightlife, people watching, eco-tourism and of course the natural beauty that will surround you.
Palm Springs is home to many popular desert attractions including the Palm Springs Ariel Tramway and Knott’s Soak City Waterpark. Palm Springs Desert Museum is an exhibit of Western and Contemporary art with natural science and performing arts in the Annenberg Theater. The Palm Springs Air Museum showcases flying aircraft from World War II. North America’s largest palm oasis is located here at the Indian Canyons which is owned and operated by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Palm Springs International Film Festival attracts stars and cutting edge films. There is the impressive Palm Springs Convention Center, The Palm Springs Follies and of course the weekly Village Fest on Thursday nights. All these attractions magnetically bring in bundles of international travelers and locals alike.
The city boasts more than 140 hotels that range from modest to exclusive. Small bed and breakfasts and charming country inns abound as do sunny resorts, secluded spa hotels, and for those in search of the best of the best, there are luxurious private compounds frequented by stars and jet–setters from around the globe.
Palm Springs gained prominence as a celebrity hangout back in the 1920’s. Celebrity photographs continue to adorn the walls of many local businesses. The Movie Colony, a fashionable residential district built by the movers and shakers of the movie industry, continues to draw interest from real estate-savvy investors eager to renovate these properties full of historical significance.
Young professionals, Baby Boomers and gay couples have discovered the village-like intimacy of Palm Springs and are buying and restoring homes here. The mid-century modern homes are of high demand. City leaders are well aware of Palm Springs’ unique ambience and they are counting on it to attract new residents for the future. With this in mind there are plans to build home/studio loft spaces in the heart of downtown and elsewhere. The urbanizing touches will add to Palm Springs’ uniqueness among the desert cities.
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