Travel Tips for Your Next Palm Springs Vacation

Travel Tips for Your Next Palm Springs Vacation

If you are planning a Palm Springs vacation, you may be curious to learn more about the area and discover exciting and unique events to add to your trip. With an annual event calendar including attractions like Coachella Music & Arts Festival, Desert Trip Music Festival, Stagecoach Country Music Festival, the BNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament, and the CareerBuilder Challenge Golf Tournament, it is no wonder Palm Springs is a popular vacation destination.

Whether you enjoy the great outdoors, fine dining, or exciting nightlife, Palm Springs is an ideal town for anyone of any age. Here are some travel tips that will help you plan your vacation to Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley.

Getting to Palm Springs

For a remote getaway, Palm Springs makes an ideal location because it is generally easy to get to. Palm Springs may be isolated in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, but it is actually quite centralized in terms of other big cities. It is only a two-hour drive from Los Angeles, a four-hour drive from Las Vegas, and another short four hours to Phoenix.

If you prefer to fly in, Palm Springs International Airport is serviced by 10 different airlines. There are nonstop flights, 24 hours a day arriving and departing. The airport is even located in the charming downtown area making it easy to explore the antique shops, fun attractions, and local restaurants upon arrival – or on your way out of town!

Downtown Palm Springs

Downtown Palm Springs is a network of lovely streets filled with trendy fashion boutiques and contemporary designers. There are plenty of fantastic restaurants and bars to please any palate. Ready for an insider’s travel tip? Try to time your downtown excursion on a Thursday night so you can enjoy the weekly street fair – Palm Springs Villagefest! Immerse yourself in the local culture meeting artists, artisans, and entertainers from the community. Then, indulge in some locally sourced fruits, vegetables, and desserts. Even better? Feel free to bring your furry companion. The Palm Springs Street Fair is pet friendly!

Don’t forget your sunglasses and sunscreen

Palm Springs boasts a warm and dry climate year-round. If you are visiting during the summer months, especially in August, prepare for extreme heat. The Sonoran Desert can reach an average of 108°F (42°C)! Even during its coldest period, in February, Palm Springs keeps an average high of 71°F (22°C). It is no surprise why it makes a perfect winter getaway for those escaping a chilly winter elsewhere.

Travel and Leisure magazine advises a Palm Springs vacation between January and May for the spring weather, but honestly, any time of year is enjoyable. No matter when you arrive, just be sure to pack some sunscreen and sunglasses – and don’t forget to drink some extra water!

Make the most of mother nature

Whether you enjoy trekking the wilderness or not, Palm Springs is an exceptional place to strap on some hiking shoes. Palm Springs is located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. This region is surrounded by a unique desert backdrop of cactus and rock formations, unlike other landscapes.

Reserve time to visit the nearby Joshua Tree National Forest. There, you can rock climb, hike, and even camp to experience the one-of-a-kind yucca tree forests. For a birds-eye view that requires much less walking, you can take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the world’s largest rotating tram. After a two-mile journey to the summit, there are hiking trails and a restaurant with a panoramic view.

Plan time to relax and pamper yourself

After a day of hiking, there is no better timing for a day of rest and relaxation. People flock to Palm Springs every year simply to relax by the pool, so save some time during your stay to enjoy one.  Thankfully, many hotels and vacation rentals offer accommodations with a pool.  With 269 days of sunshine per year, a Palm Springs vacation is destined to be a sunny one and perfect for a poolside retreat.

Coachella Valley is an elite area offering prime and luxury offerings in all categories, so spas are no exception. There are many world-class spas if you are seeking some special services during your Palm Springs vacation. Here is a list of some of the top spas and wellness centers of the area. Or if you want to follow in the footsteps of celebs like Meryl Streep and Madonna, try the Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs.

How to find the best Palm Springs rentals

Coachella Valley is a favored destination due to the popularity so its rental inventory is limited. Its annual events like Coachella, Stagecoach, or famous golf tournaments drive millions of tourists per year. As soon as you decide to visit Palm Springs, it is smart to book your vacation rental as soon as possible!

There are divine hotels throughout the Coachella Valley, but many prefer a house rental in Palm Springs. House rentals are also popular for business trips or larger group getaways and retreats. That way, they can enjoy the calm of a back yard, layout by a private pool, and make use of those local ingredients you picked up at the Palm Springs Street Fair. Try Coachella Luxury Rentals, a leading provider of vacation and business rental homes in Palm Springs, to find your holiday home rental.

Whether you are visiting Palm Springs for business, pleasure, or both, it is bound to be a sunny, beautiful place to spend some time. We hope these travel tips help plan your escape from the rest of the world. Enjoy!

If you’re planning a vacation to the Palm Springs area, contact Coachella Luxury Rentals to find the perfect holiday rental home or property. We cater to clients of all types and are dedicated to superior customer service. Contact us today!

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