Activities

Some of what has made this destination so popular is its natural beauty, and its "must see" sights: the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the ancient Indian Canyons, The Living Desert, The Palm Springs Art Museum, Joshua Tree National Park, and the lush landscaping throughout this desert oasis.

Choose from a plethora of great restaurants! A sampling of our favorites include (in no particular order): Trio, Tropicale, Johannes, ZIN American Bistro, Pomme Frite, Tylers Burgers, Azul, Wang's, Le Vallauris, Fisherman's Market & Grill, Copley's and Spencers.

Bars, clubs and discos in the Palm Springs area are all open till 2:00am, seven days a week. The drinking age is 21. Special events and entertainment can be found at the various night-spots throughout the year - check any of the local gay publications upon your arrival for current happenings.

Choose from an array of fun and festive shops on world famous Palm Canyon Drive. (And be sure to check out Michael's favorite, Crystal Fantasy) Take a stroll down El Paseo Drive - the Rodeo Drive of the desert. Swing by the Town Center Mall in Palm Desert. Or head out to Desert Hills Factory Outlet mall. Just 15-20 minutes from Palm Springs.

Every Thursday night Palm Canyon Drive in the heart of downtown is transformed into a bustling street fair. Artists, craftsmen, food vendors and entertainers team up to bring you an evening of old-fashioned good times and some great people watching (cruising) as well.

Entertainment options abound in Palm Springs, and new venues are popping up everywhere. Choose from: The Copa, The Purple Room, the Palm Springs Cultural Center, the Palm Canyon Theatre, or the Annenberg Theatre. Check local publications for even more!