π΅ Discover the Desert Oasis: Palm Springs Travel Guide π
π΄ Palm Springs, California Located in Southern California, Palm Springs boasts hot summers, warm winters, and over 350 sunny days a year βοΈ. This famous desert resort city is perfect for a 3-day, 2-night getaway! π Transportation: Just a 2-hour drive (110 miles) from Los Angeles. π Sample Itinerary: Day 1 Depart LA at noon β Explore downtown Palm Springs (donβt miss the Rotating Tramway for sunset views! π) Day 2 Morning: Visit Indian Canyons (cooler temps in the AM πΏ) β Afternoon: Joshua Tree National Park (cacti, giant rocks & stunning sunset π΅π§‘) Day 3 Return to LA β Stop by Desert Hills Premium Outlets for shopping + dining ποΈπ ποΈ Must-See Attractions: βοΈ Joshua Tree National Park β 1.5-hour drive from PS. Surreal desert landscapes with Joshua trees, cacti, and massive boulders. Perfect for hiking and stargazing! π βοΈ Salvation Mountain β A handmade religious art installation made with adobe, recycled materials, and paint. π¨ Built over 28 years by Leonard Knight to spread the message: βGod is Love.β βοΈ Desert Hills Premium Outlets β 180+ stores. Great for a stop on your way back to LA. βοΈ Palm Springs Aerial Tramway β Rotating tram cars π‘, 10-min ride to the top (8,500 ft). No altitude issues! βοΈ Moorten Botanical Garden β Established in 1938, this small garden showcases beautiful desert plants. πΈ βοΈ Indian Canyons β Experience the magic of a true desert oasis. βοΈ The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens β A popular zoo with African, Australian, and North American zones. π¦ βοΈ Wind Turbines on Garnet Ave β Iconic wind farms due to strong desert winds. π¬οΈπ¨ #California #PalmSprings #TravelGuide #DesertOasis #SpringGetaway #JoshuaTree #CaliforniaTravel