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Featured Articles - DECEMBER

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[The Canberra Times] This Palm Springs hotel blends mid-century cool with unexpected value

The long-awaited Thompson Palm Springs opened its doors in October 2024, quickly becoming the place to be in Downtown Palm Springs, California. The new-build hotel is home to hot new bars and... Read Full Article

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[Irish Independent]Desert soul and old Hollywood glamour – my week chasing the mirage of Palm Springs

Hot desert air, swaying palm trees, mid-century modern architecture and air of old Hollywood opulence all await visitors to Palm Springs Read Full Article

[Black Meetings and Tourism] Visit Greater Palm Springs’ “Meet the Mentors” Program Returns, Inviting Aspiring Travel Writers to Apply for Real-World Experience and Mentorship

Visit Greater Palm Springs (VGPS) has announced the return of the bespoke " Meet the Mentors" program for a third year. Following the successful iterations that have brought together 12 mentor and... Read Full Article

[Meetings Today] How to Use Low and Shoulder Seasons in Desert Destinations

It’s a dry heat. Yeah, we’ve all heard that one about desert destinations before. However, business-event planners shouldn’t tune out when places like Palm Springs, California, and Tucson and... Read Full Article

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Featured Articles - NOVEMBER

[Lonely Planet] Four ways to experience the best of Greater Palm Springs

Greater Palm Springs is one of my favorite places in the world. You may wonder what makes this slice of the desert so special, but it really is a relaxing, design-forward haven, shining under... Read Full Article

[Queerty] Palm Springs doubles down on LGBTQ+ inclusion, and we're loving it

At a time when many destinations in the U.S. are trying to erase LGBTQ+ visibility–we’re looking at you, Florida and Texas–Palm Springs is doubling down on its commitment to the queer community.... Read Full Article

[Travel Weekly (UK)] How the tourism industry is investing in youth engagement

The global tourism industry stands at a pivotal moment in shaping and sustaining its future workforce. As staffing shortages persist and younger generations seek careers with purpose and flexibility,... Read Full Article

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[Convention Southwest] Visit Greater Palm Springs honors Agua Caliente Tribe with Spirit of Tourism Award

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians was honored with the Spirit of Tourism Award, which acknowledges leadership and commitment within the local tourism industry. The award highlights the... Read Full Article

[Meetings Today] Meetings Unmatched in Indian Wells, California

Nestled at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, Indian Wells, California, is redefining what it means to host “Meetings Unmatched.” With world-class resorts,... Read Full Article

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Featured Articles - OCTOBER

[Variety] How the Acrisure Arena Became an Unlikely Desert Oasis for Music Fans From Around California… and a Favorite Kickoff Point for Some Major Tours

Is there such a thing as… an intimate arena? That may seem like the type of oxymoron that could only belong to the show-biz hype lexicon. But plenty of southern Californians would swear that it’s... Read Full Article

[TravelPulse] What’s New in Queer Palm Springs

Queer travelers have long found a special home in Palm Springs, southern California’s iconic desert paradise. Framed by the dramatic San Jacinto mountains, the city (and the rest of the surrounding... Read Full Article

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[The Week Magazine] Choose your own wellness adventure in Greater Palm Springs

They say a trip to the desert may cure what ails you. The sunshine, warm weather and dry air can have that effect. And many therapists have long recommended that patients head to the Southern... Read Full Article

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[Life And Trendz] A Guide to Award-Winning Culinary Hotspots in Greater Palm Springs

Greater Palm Springs is not just about celebrity homes, mid-century modern pools, wellness retreats, and San Jacinto Mountain views, it is also a dining destination with serious credibility. The city... Read Full Article

[RetroPop Lifestyle] Chasing Desert Sunsets

There’s a certain hush that falls over Greater Palm Springs as the sun begins its slow descent — that magical hour when the desert glows, the air cools, and everything seems to exhale. I’ve always... Read Full Article

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Featured Articles - SEPTEMBER

[LA TIMES] Thinking about a surf vacation next summer? You may want to consider Palm Desert

Forget Malibu or the North Shore. Next summer, you can catch a wave in Palm Desert, 100 miles from the nearest ocean. Read Full Article

[Spa & Beauty Today] I Got an Early Preview of Greater Palm Springs Spa Month With Treatments at La Quinta Resort & Club and Parker Palm Springs— Here's Why You Don't Want to Miss Out This September

Greater Palm Springs Spa Month has begun, and if you’re looking for a reason to treat yourself to some much-needed relaxation and self-care, there’s no better time to do it than now. Read Full Article

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[Locale Magazine] Fall Getaways You’d Never Expect: Our Favorite Is in the California Desert

When most people picture fall travel, they see apple orchards, golden leaves and endless layers of flannel. But let’s flip the script. In Greater Palm Springs, autumn means cloudless skies, warm but... Read Full Article

[Global Traveler USA] The Parker Palm Springs Review

Before Parker Palm Springs opened its doors in 2004, owner Jack Parker and designer Jonathan Adler doubled down on making it a definitive Palm Springs retreat. They had, and still have, a lot to work... Read Full Article

[Sport & Tourisme] Palm Springs, destination star de la Californie

Située dans le désert de Californie à l’Est de Los Angeles, Palm Springs est une destination à la fois chic, glamour, sportive et festive qui séduira les amoureux de nature et d’architecture avec ses... Read Full Article

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Featured Articles - AUGUST

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[LA WEEKLY] RECAP: Splash House Weekend 2 and a Palm Springs August Adventure

The Renaissance, Riviera and Saguaro hotels became home to Splash House again this past weekend. After speaking with Splash House founder Tyler McLean last week, we knew we had to get out to Palm... Read Full Article

[NBC Los Angeles] Ease into September as Greater Palm Springs presents its first-ever ‘Spa Month'

THE NINTH MONTH? We'll call it the nicest month, if you're the sort of person who loves pumpkin-flavored treats, school-themed events, and calling upon the vineyards of California for all of those... Read Full Article

[Range Travel] Palm Springs Serves Up the Ultimate Pickleball Getaway

A group trip to Palm Springs charts pickleball’s rise from fitness craze to the fastest-growing sport in America — and an unexpected travel trend. Read Full Article

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[Sydney Morning Herald] This must be one of America’s easiest – and most stylish – airports

It’s not often you fly out of an airport that’s less than 10 minutes’ drive from the city’s downtown area. In Palm Springs, the distance from downtown to drop-off is about three kilometres. Read Full Article

[Palm Springs Life] How Short-Term Vacation Rentals Impact the Tourism Economy in Greater Palm Springs

These distinctive accommodations generate nearly $1 billion in economic impact to support our communities’ growth and quality of life. Read Full Article

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