“The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway in Palm Springs, California, is the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world. It was opened in September 1963 as a way of getting from the floor of the Coachella Valley to relatively near the top of San Jacinto Peak and was constructed in rugged Chino Canyon.”

“Palm Springs Art Museum has three locations: two in downtown and one in Palm Desert. As the cultural and educational leader in the greater desert community, Palm Springs Art Museum provides extraordinary creative encounters. The main campus is centrally located in downtown Palm Springs and encompasses three floors of inspiring and invigorating artwork in a variety of media. The museum, which was designed by noted architect E. Stewart Williams, also contains the famed Annenberg Theater featuring an array of electrifying performances throughout the year, a lecture hall, a museum store with one-of-a-kind designer merchandise, and Persimmon Bistro Opens a New Window. . Another building designed in the classic midcentury style by E. Stewart Williams, Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center – Edwards Harris Pavilion Opens a New Window. was formerly a bank. It is now devoted to exploring the disciplines of architecture and design—integral aspects of the Palm Springs experience. It also features the Bradford W. Bates Vault: The Museum Design Store with unique items that showcase the best in contemporary design. The Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert – The Galen and the Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden Opens a New Window. features ongoing and temporary explorations of painting, photography, sculpture and new media. The building is LEED certified for environmental design, and is surrounded by a four-acre sculpture garden. The beautifully landscaped setting is open year-round, and hosts numerous performances and receptions. ”

“If you want to take a break from the desert heat, take the Tram to the pristine wilderness of the Mt San Jacinto state park (8500 ft about sea level). The temperature up in the park is usually 30 degrees cooler than Palm Springs. Enjoy view points, hikes over 50 miles of trails, and visit the natural history museum. Two restaurants offer excellent dining, over night camping is available with advance reservation.”

“I have not personally been to this one, but this is one of the areas that have had great reviews. There are multiple hiking trails here. There is a small admission fee. ”

“The Palm Springs Air Museum, is a non-profit educational institution in Palm Springs, Riverside County, California. The Museum's mission is to exhibit, educate and eternalize the role of the World War II combat aircraft and the role the pilots and American citizens had in winning the war”

“A true pool scene, but also a surprisingly delicious local diner in Kings Highway. Ace Hotel is a short walk down the street and completely worth the visit. Treat yourself to a coffee or a drink at the Amigo Room when you get there.”

“when its too hot for you take the tram up to the top of the San Jacinto mountains where the air is cool and views majestic”