On the drive from LA to Palm Springs.
Downtown Palm Springs. T-shirt by James Perse (banner link on the right -->). Shorts by Ambiance Apparel. Hat by old Navy. Glasses by Gucci. Sandals by Tory Burch.
Lulu's California Bistro. Avocado and Tuna Tartare, Chicken Skewers with Mango, and Pear and Walnut Salad.
The Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage Lobby Favorites.
Loved the bathtub in our room.
Entrance to the Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage Spa.
Coverup by Stefano Mortari.
Bag by Theodora and Callum.
Bathing Suit by Victoria Secret.
Breakfast and Lunch by State Fare Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage.
Dress by Lulifama. Shoes by Wanted.
Bag by Michelle Fantaci for Lauren Merkin.
Dinner at Sammy G's Tuscan Grill (Downtown Palm Springs). Great spot for live music. Hawaiian Sea Bass, Margherita Pizza, and Amaretto with Biscotti.
Dress by Magaschoni Collection. Shoes by Tracey Ross. Bag by Stuart Weitzman. Bracelet by Armani. Headband by House of Harlow.
Pre-fixe menu at The Edge Steakhouse at The Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage. Split Pea Soup, Crab Ravioli, and Chocolate Cake (missing one bite). The filet mignon was so good it was eaten before a picture was taken.
Breakfast on the patio for our last morning. Take a look at that view!
I feel like Palm Springs is to LA as the Hamptons is to New York, only we can actually enjoy it longer than 3 months out of the year. In fact, the best time to visit is probably April/May or September/October, when the weather is not too hot or too cold (it can get pretty chilly in the winter).
Palm Springs has always been a slower kind of city, but there is ample culture and glamour. Hollywood legends such as Frank Sinatra, Clark Gable, Cary Grant, and so many more were all residents bringing class and glitz to a city which itself is a beautiful desert oasis. The culture and ambiance is exactly what made me fall in love with this amazing place!
After my most recent trip to the new Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage (an adjacent town to Palm Springs), I have decided to share my favorite places to visit in Palm Springs with everyone.
Hotels (in no particular
order)
1. The
Parker, Riviera, Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage (if you don't mind driving to the
main area of Palm Springs--downtown, these are gorgeous and luxurious
properties)
2. Renaissance (very
typical large hotel with all the standard amenities, walking distance
to downtown)
3. Colony
Palms (quaint, boutique hotel, walking distance to downtown; I love that
they let guests borrow vintage looking bicycles to explore
the city)
4. Desert
Riviera (I have actually never stayed here but it has long been #1
on TripAdvisor.com; worth adding it to my list)
Restaurants (in no
particular order)
1. Sherman’s
(This is probably more of a nostalgic mention as I have been coming here for breakfast for years with my family. All the
waiters have been here for ages and it's a very old-school diner which serves up your basic, yet tasty breakfast and
lunch. For those of you from LA, it is very a la Canter's on Fairfax)
2. Lulu’s
California Bistro (fresh and very extensive menu suitable for literally
anyone; great for breakfast and lunch)
3. Melvyn’s/Copley's/Le Vallauris (fine dining options which all have that old
Hollywood glamour feel with extremely amazing dishes!)
4. Farm
(farm to table breakfast/lunch place; extremely hard to find because it
is behind a wedding chapel, and through a garden; they are closed on
Mondays and 2PM all other days--plan accordingly)
Nightlife
Shopping
Other Activities (in
no particular order)
1. Aerial Tramway through the city
2. Hiking (http://www.palmspringslife.com/Palm-Springs-Life/April-2010/5-Amazing-Desert-Hikes/)
3. Palm Springs Art Museum
4. Palm Springs Air Museum
3. Palm Springs Art Museum
4. Palm Springs Air Museum
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