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FROM WHAT TO wear TO WHERE TO eat.
CONSIDER THIS YOUR palm springs HANDBOOK.

FROM WHAT TO wear TO WHERE TO eat. CONSIDER THIS YOUR palm springs HANDBOOK.

I shop these spots all the time, for my own son and for gifts when my friends’ kids have birthdays coming up. So if you’re picking up a gift, restocking the toy bin, or just want to make a kid’s day, here are the best kid stores in the Coachella Valley, the ones I actually […]

Best Kid Stores in the Coachella Valley

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Palm Springs has always had a thing for the past, and its shopping scene proves it. This city was a mid-century playground long before it was a vacation spot, and that history is still sitting on shelves all over town, waiting to go home with someone. So if vintage shopping in Palm Springs is on […]

Vintage and Antique Shopping in Palm Springs

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If you’re spending a day in Palm Desert, this is where you want to end up. The Gardens on El Paseo is this beautiful open air luxury shopping center, so you’re browsing under real sunshine instead of fluorescent lights, and there’s something here for everyone in your group. So let me walk you through where […]

A Shopping Day at The Gardens on El Paseo

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Okay, so this is one of the first questions I get asked when a big family is planning a Palm Springs trip. Hotel or Airbnb? And when you’ve got grandparents, siblings, cousins, the whole crew coming together, this decision actually matters more than you’d think. So let’s talk through it, and I’ll throw in a […]

Hotel or Airbnb: Where to Stay in Palm Springs

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If your dog is basically a fifth family member, or the only baby you’ve got and that’s exactly how you like it, you already know they deserve a seat at the table too. Or at least a spot on the patio next to it. Palm Springs makes this easy. So, whether you’re grabbing brunch or […]

Dog Friendly Restaurants

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Let’s be honest, Palm Springs was made for a good date night. The light does half the work for you, and the rest comes down to picking the right table. Whether you’re celebrating something big or just sneaking away for a few hours without the kids, here are the best date night restaurants in Palm […]

Best Date Night Restaurants

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The desert heat calls for one thing, water. And lately the valley has been delivering in a big way. So, whether you’re chasing a wave pool, a lazy river, or a proper water slide, here’s where to find the best water slides and water adventures in the Coachella Valley right now. 1. Palm Springs Surf […]

Best Water Slides in Palm Springs

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Traveling with kids in the desert isn’t just about the pool. So, whether you’re filling an afternoon or planning a full day out, here are the best kid friendly activities in the Coachella Valley for every age. 1. Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert This Rancho Mirage museum is built entirely around hands-on learning, and […]

Kid Friendly Activities in Palm Springs

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Sometimes a trip to the desert is really about one thing, doing absolutely nothing while someone else does the work. So, whether you’re after a full day soak in mineral hot springs or a quick facial before dinner, here’s our ranked list of the best Palm Springs spas. 1. Two Bunch Palms Nothing else in […]

Best Palm Springs Spas: Ranked

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Picking the right hotel can make or break a family trip. You want a pool the kids won’t want to leave. You also want enough space that nobody’s tripping over the pack and play, plus a staff that’s used to families instead of just tolerating them. So, here are eight of the best family friendly […]