Boutiquely Palm Springs

If you love staying at independently-owned small hotels, you’ll adore Boutiquely Palm Springs. From tips on what to do, see and eat in Palm Springs, to interviews with hoteliers, it’s the insider’s guide to everything great about Palm Springs and its iconic boutique hotels.

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A tour bus in Palm Springs during Modernism Week

Modernism Week On A Budget And Beyond

Twice a year, Palm Springs celebrates its architectural roots. We don’t go all the way back to colonial times because we don’t have them; back then California was part of Mexico. Europeans began “settling” here in the mid-1800s with…
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The pool at The Cole Hotel surrounded by blue and white chaise loungers

The Cole Palm Springs Is Leading The Way In Tech-Forward Hospitality

Modernism and technology have come together to offer a unique experience at The Cole Palm Springs. The hotel is operated by Sonder, a hospitality management company that utilizes an innovative approach here and in more than 40 cities worldwide. Sonder…
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Palm Springs In The Movies — From ‘A Star Is Born’ to ‘MI3’

As promised in my previous blog, I’m back with more fun Palm Springs film facts. I would like to start by saying, just for giggles, I  decided to get ChatGPT involved, to see if it had any more information than just the norm. So I asked,…
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Two rows of tall palms in Palm Springs

Things To Do In Palm Springs This September

Well, we made it. We got a good scrub down from Tropical Storm Hilary, and some scattered palm tree exfoliation in yards and streets that will be gone by the time you read this. September is just the warm up — maybe it’s the cool down…
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Hundreds of women in the audience at a concert at The Dinah in Palm Springs

Where To Stay In Palm Springs For The Dinah

It’s that time of year, when Palm Springs throws The Dinah — the biggest, baddest lesbian party in the world.  Running from Sept. 20-24, The Dinah will be held at the big hotels, and if you like being in the thick of it 24/7, then read…
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A sunset view of the La Serena Villas hotel

Kirkwood Collection Acquires 3 Luxury Palm Springs Properties

The Kirkwood Collection is expanding, with the luxury boutique hotel group adding La Serena Villas, The Del Marcos Hotel, and The Three Fifty Hotel to its portfolio. Built in 1933, La Serena Villas is a dream destination for guests who want…
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White umbrellas shade lounge chairs poolside at Talavera Palm Springs

Why Palm Springs Is Perfect For The Solo LGBTQ+ Traveler

Ah, Palm Springs, where the palm trees bask in the sun and the mountains amplify every sunset. For the LGBTQ+ community, our little desert haven isn't just another travel destination; it's an emblem of liberation and self-discovery. And for…
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The huge sparkling pool in the back of Limón Palm Springs boutique hotel in Palm Springs, California

It’s Always Sunny At Limón Palm Springs

Limón Palm Springs is as fresh and effervescent as its name suggests. Built in 1956, this mid-century modern property makes a statement, with cheerful pops of yellow everywhere, from the doors to the kitchen backsplash. The colorful wallpaper,…
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The Great August Bake-Off — Palm Springs Events

"Baking can be done with a few simple ingredients, so it’s about simplicity and nostalgia — people are reminded of their childhood." — Paul Hollywood When I was a kid, if the sun was out, so was I, often jumping back and forth over…
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Palm trees and rocks against a blue sky in Indian Canyons in Palm Springs, California

Palm Springs In The Movies

A destination for movie stars since the silent film era, Palm Springs has also long been on the short list for location scouts in search of substitutes for desertscapes around the world. In 1918, Salome starring Theda Bara was filmed in the…
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