Boutiquely Palm Springs

If you love staying at independently-owned small hotels, you’ll adore Boutiquely Palm Springs. From tips on what to do, see and eat in Palm Springs, to interviews with hoteliers, it’s the insider’s guide to everything great about Palm Springs and its iconic boutique hotels.

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The Great August Bake-Off — Palm Springs Events

"Baking can be done with a few simple ingredients, so it’s about simplicity and nostalgia — people are reminded of their childhood." — Paul Hollywood When I was a kid, if the sun was out, so was I, often jumping back and forth over…
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Palm trees and rocks against a blue sky in Indian Canyons in Palm Springs, California

Palm Springs In The Movies

A destination for movie stars since the silent film era, Palm Springs has also long been on the short list for location scouts in search of substitutes for desertscapes around the world. In 1918, Salome starring Theda Bara was filmed in the…
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Seven Nights In The Spotlight: Your Ultimate Guide To Queer Karaoke In Palm Springs

From its striking desert landscapes to glamorous mid-century architecture, Palm Springs, California, has long been a celebrated destination for LGBTQIA+ travelers seeking a fun and friendly getaway. The nightlife is where it’s at this summer,…
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July’s Palm Springs Sunshine Stays Podcast Is All About Art

Tune into "Palm Springs Sunshine Stays" on Saturday, July 8, at 4 p.m. PT to learn all about the cultural side of the desert with guest Scott Slaven of the Palm Springs Art Museum. Slaven will be joined by Big Blend Radio host Lisa Smith…
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Born on the 4th of July

Back when the Spanish first came upon the land now known as Palm Springs in the 1770s, they called it La Palma de la Mano de Dios, which means "the palm of God’s hand." They didn’t stick around though; they were looking for a passage north.…
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Jammin’ In July — Palm Springs Style

“Everyone's feeling pretty, it's hotter than July. Though the world's full of problems, they couldn't touch us even if they tried.” — Stevie Wonder, "Master Blaster" July is a big month everywhere in the USA because *drumroll* it’s…
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Uncovering The Colorful LGBTQ+ History of Palm Springs

Let’s take a journey through time and explore some of Palm Springs' colorful LGBTQ+ history. Palm Springs is known for its stunning landscapes, modernist architecture, and a thriving LGBTQ+ scene that has played a significant role in shaping…
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Palm Springs Summer Splash Pass Gives Visitors Deals And Discounts Galore

Dive into savings with Palm Springs Summer Splash 2023, a free pass offering deals at locally-owned and operated boutique hotels, attractions, and stores across Palm Springs, California. The Palm Springs Summer Splash pass is digital, and…
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Dad Or Daddy, It’s Father’s Day In Palm Springs

Dads are notoriously hard to please, even on the gifting front (just mine?). Personally, I was never able to beat anything my sister got him. But then I figured out that I could offer him an experience, so we’d go places together. I wish he…
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About a dozen palm trees stand tall on a clear day in Palm Springs, California

Kick Off Summer In Palm Springs This June

In Palm Springs during the summer months, we sing a little ditty, and it goes like this: “Lord help the sister, who comes between me and my mister," but we’re not talking boyfriends like Rosemary Clooney and Vera Allen are in White Christmas…
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