The story of Palm Springs and Hollywood isn’t just about movies—it’s about escape, reinvention, and a century-long love affair between the silver screen and the desert. Long before red carpets and film festivals, filmmakers were drawn to this landscape for its raw cinematic potential. In 1915, Peer…
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Exploring Post-War Motor Lodges That Shaped Palm Springs In the years immediately following World War II, Palm Springs transformed almost overnight. Before the war, the desert town was known primarily for its grand resorts, the legendary Desert Inn and the El Mirador, catering to Hollywood's elite…
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See "The Mouse" at the Palm Springs Air Museum Few people realize that one of the most fascinating pieces of The Walt Disney Company history isn’t in a theme park—it’s right here in Palm Springs. Today, visitors to the Palm Springs Air Museum can see Walt Disney’s personal airplane, a Grumman…
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From Supper Clubs to Stardom: The Venues and Legends That Shaped the Sound of Palm Springs Palm Springs didn’t just attract Hollywood stars—it became a stage for them. From the 1940s through the 1960s, the desert pulsed with live music. Supper clubs, hotel lounges, and intimate theaters hosted some…
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A Modernist Marvel Finds Its Forever Home at the Palm Springs Art Museum In 1931, the Allied Arts and Industries and the Architectural League of New York unveiled the starkly modern, all-metal 'Aluminaire' home, constructed primarily of aluminum and glass components, which inspired the name. It was…
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From Ancestral Lands to Modern Sovereignty in Palm Springs The history of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is foundational to understanding Palm Springs. Long before the city emerged as a resort destination, the Agua Caliente people lived, adapted, and thrived in the desert environment for…
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Where to Find the Freshest Rolls & Japanese Cuisine Palm Springs may be known for midcentury design and poolside cocktails, but its sushi scene deserves equal attention. From intimate omakase counters to lively neighborhood spots perfect for group dinners, the city offers a surprising range of…
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When the desert sun dips behind the San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springs shifts into a different kind of glow. Poolside cocktails turn into rooftop views, lounges fill with live music, drag performances light up Arenas Road, and classic showrooms channel Old Hollywood energy. Palm Springs nightlife…
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A Desert Destination for Mind, Body & Soul Palm Springs has long been synonymous with wellness—not as a trend, but as a way of life rooted in climate, landscape, and history. Long before wellness retreats and spa menus became part of the modern travel lexicon, people came to this desert oasis…
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Palm Springs is one of the world’s most celebrated LGBTQ+ travel destinations, known for its legendary pool culture, clothing-optional resorts, midcentury style, and welcoming spirit. For decades, gay travelers have chosen Palm Springs for sun-soaked relaxation, social connection, and an atmosphere…
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