http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/roundup/38676 Sprouted up decades ago as a desert getaway for the rich and famous, Palm Springs has since become a mecca for connoisseurs of mid-century style and decidedly modern luxuries. Embrace the "sun-kitsched" lifestyle of this retro-cool desert oasis with Rat Pack-worthy hot spots and first-rate cuisine. en Copyright 2002 Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/81/ca/38676r1.jpg http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/roundup/38676 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A shopper's oasis for chic boutiques and eclectic galleries. Palm Desert, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636617/palm_desert_ca/el_paseo.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Paleontology and kitsch collide at Cabazon's low-tech Jurassic Park. Cabazon, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/502349/cabazon_ca/cabazon_dinosaurs.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Witness jet-age engineering and stunning views on this ear-popping mountain journey. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636606/palm_springs_ca/palm_springs_aerial_tramway.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Six world-class courses with luscious greens--it's a veritable swinger's paradise. La Quinta, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636614/la_quinta_ca/pga_west.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.comhttp://losangeles.citysearch.com/change/?where=Palm%20Springs%20CA&ref_uri=/search&init_search=1&miles=50&type=dgrid&c_zip=92262&context=generic&query=museum&start=1&sorted=alpha Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Exquisite and unpretentious Cal-French fare for the desert gourmand. Palm Desert, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636599/palm_desert_ca/cuistot.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Dry martinis and tableside steak Diane--traditional Continental dining that would make the Rat Pack croon. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636602/palm_springs_ca/melvyn_s.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This sophisticated Hawaiian-fusion restaurant gives mainlanders an upscale taste of the islands. Rancho Mirage, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636604/rancho_mirage_ca/roy_s.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Classic, American steakhouse mini-chain elevates the desert to a dining destination. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/511870/palm_springs_ca/lg_s_prime_steakhouse.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Famed burger stand serves up the tastiest patties in Palm Springs, if not the world. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636598/palm_springs_ca/tyler_s_burgers.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/yellowpages/results/Palm_Springs_CA/restaurant/page1.html?c_zip=92262&miles=50&query=restaurant&ref_uri=/search&type=dgrid&where=Palm%20Spring&context=restaurants_bars&radius_forced=30&sorted=cs_rating-desc Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 http://palmsprings.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A retro retreat in the heart of the desert. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636622/palm_springs_ca/movie_colony_hotel.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This mid-century property offers trendy weekenders three mineral pools and a dash of style. Desert Hot Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636624/desert_hot_springs_ca/hope_springs.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A modernist resort with a swinging social scene that would make Frank, Dean and Sammy proud. Palm Springs, CA http://palmsprings.citysearch.com/profile/11636623/palm_springs_ca/orbit_in.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:12 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A moderately-priced classic that showcases the fun Palm Springs cheekiness of days gone by. 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