Desert X Returns
Desert X biennial art exhibition is back in 2023 with massive outdoor art installations at various desert locations across the Coachella Valley, from Desert Hot Springs to Rancho Mirage. Visitors to Desert X often describe it as a self-guided outdoor...
The Perfect Thursday Date Night
Planning a romantic getaway to Descanso? Make sure to book your stay over a Thursday if you want to experience the perfect Palm Springs date night. According to Descanso’s GM Kent Taylor, “Thursday is the new Friday when it comes to date night in Palm...
February Fave: Tour de Palm Springs Charity Cycling Event
Palm Springs is a great town to explore from the seat of a bicycle. The terrain is relatively flat and there’s lots of cool architecture and public art to discover. Borrow one of Descanso’s multi-speed city bikes or bring your own, we’d love to help...
It’s a Mod, Mod World
February in Palm Springs is all about Modernism Week! Appreciative fans of midcentury modern design, architecture, art, fashion, and culture arrive from all over the world to pay homage to all things modern. Over the last few years, this 11-day festival...
Restaurant Roundup: Casual Local Favorites
Vacation is a great time to splurge on awesome dining experiences. But sometimes you just want something simple, without a lot of fanfare and fuss. For those times, our hospitality team frequents these casual local restaurants. Enjoy! Palm Springs,...
Local Spotlight: Jonathan Bennett
The Mean Girls superstar is all grown up, living his best gay life with his husband in Palm Springs, and getting ready to make history in the first Christmas movie to feature a leading gay couple on the Hallmark Channel. Mr. Bennett not only stars in The...
Shopping for Mid-Century Treasures at Racquet Club Center
Mad for everything mid-century? Shop where the designers do, at the funky collection of vintage shops at Racquet Club Center! Not too far from Descanso Resort, this unassuming little strip mall has become Palm Springs’ newest designer destination for...
DRAG YOUR WAY THROUGH THE WEEK
Is Palm Springs home to more drag shows than any other city in the US? We’re going to go out on a limb and say Yasss, Queen! Here are our favorites, from bingo to brunch and everything in between, organized by day of the week. MONDAY Latin Fever...
Best Museums in Palm Springs and Coachella Valley
On the off chance you need a break from relaxing by the pool all day at the desert’s most talked-about resort for gay men, you’re in luck. Greater Palm Springs is home to a varied collection of museums encompassing everything from modern art to...
Sugar Rush
Ice cream, candy, epic desserts… you’re on vacation, time to indulge your sweet tooth and treat yourself! Here are some of our hospitality team’s favorite sweet spots in Palm Springs. And remember, vacation calories don’t count. Lolli and Pops...