Boutiquely Palm Springs

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A cheeseburger with onions and lettuce and tomato and 1000 island dressing

Between The Buns: Burgers In Palm Springs

There is a bit of contention as to who invented the hamburger.  Some say it was invented in 1880 by Fletcher Davis of Athens, Texas. He served fried ground beef patties on bread with mustard and onions, and later sold his dish at the 1904…
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A man and a woman ride bikes in Palm Springs

Isn’t It Romantic? Valentine’s Day In Palm Springs

Palm Springs has all the charm and romance a boy or girl or non-gendered human could ever dream possible. We are the rare resort town that doesn’t rely on the crashing surf (although you can surf in Palm Springs.) And what we don’t have,…
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A tour bus drives down a street in Palm Springs during Modernism Week

Modernism And More: February Events In Palm Springs

It’s February, and no matter how many days it happens to be, it’s always been short shrifted. I’d start a movement, “Equal Days for February,” but February doesn’t seem to care. Within those 28 or 29 days in February, we get three…
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A woman wearing a green dress sits outside of a pink building in Palm Springs with a white dog

What To Know When Bringing Your Dogs To Palm Springs

Here in Palm Springs, we understand how fortunate we are to have beautiful weather in the winter — that’s why our boutique hotels are often filled this time of year. Many properties welcome four-legged furry friends so they can join your…
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A white swan float in the pool at The Muse Palm Springs on a clear blue sky day

Palm Springs Hotels Take Inspiration From Glamorous Old Hollywood

Along with my good friend and fellow travel writer, Kris Grant, I recently visited Palm Springs for several days and thoroughly enjoyed savoring every moment at the boutique hotels where we stayed and visited — all part of the Palm Springs…
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A man and a woman sit at a table outside under an umbrella in Palm Springs, California. Photo courtesy of Visit Palm Springs

New Year, New Hotspots

It’s a new year, and there are new restaurants popping up all over our big little city. That means it’s time to do a roundup so you can get up to date on our latest food options. Quite a few of these are in the design district, and not…
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Looks Like We Made It: January 2025 Events

We made it to 2025! Well, I’m assuming we did, as this is the voice from Christmas Past. Right now drones and orbs are appearing all over the world, except here in Palm Springs. Our skies are currently orb free, which is a little annoying…
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Two rows of tall palms in Palm Springs

A Tasty Trip Down Tahquitz

They’re off the main strip, so you’re unlikely to see them on your own, so I’m gonna tell you about them: some terrific spots for coffee, dining and good times in Palm Springs, just east of Palm Canyon. Let me take you on a “virtual…
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The pool at The Cactai in Palm Springs surrounded by cabanas and palm trees

Independence Meets Charm: The Cactai’s Modern Take On Boutique Hospitality

There’s something about Palm Springs that just gets it right, whether you’re looking for that quintessential mid-century charm, a relaxing desert retreat, or a bit of both. During my recent stay at The Cactai, I found all this and more in…
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Two women with blonde hair enjoy dessert at Sparrows Lodge

Divine, Delicious Dining In Palm Springs

What do you think of when planning a visit to Palm Springs?  Of course, I envision gorgeous, soaring palm trees and dramatic mountain vistas highlighted by an almost endless, glorious, radiant sun. Upscale unique shopping and fascinating museums…
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