Scott Abel

"Every Thursday afternoon/evening (4:00-8:00 p.m.) admission to the museum is free [sponsored by the City of Palm Springs]. VillageFest takes place that evening as well; parking can be challenging."

"Take your camera and prepare to be amazed. You'll travel for 11 minutes to the top of Mt San Jacinto in a rotating tram car where the weather will be 20-30 degrees cooler than on the desert floor."

"This hotel is much more than a place to catch a few Zs. The lobby doubles as a venue. One night it's movie night, the next a concert hall, and the next a fashion show. You never know what to expect."

"Order your beverage, grab the paper, and head out the back door and grab a seat in the beautiful courtyard. Lots of outdoor art, shops, dogs, and people to watch in the shadow of Mt San Jacinto."