Around the month of May in the Palm Springs, Calif. area, the summer heat will dry up tourism and visitors who want to rent vacation homes — or will it? A quick sample of a few rental agencies around town reveals that plenty of tourists have discovered that Palm Springs is also a great place to vacation in the summer.
Hotter Days Mean Hotter Deals in Palm Springs
Most events that draw tourists are gone and just the Thursday night Villagefest street fair continues. The average high temperature for June is 104 …

A Great Place to Sit and Take in the Scenery
The River at Rancho Mirage which is anywhere from a 15-20 minute drive from Palm Springs is a great place to bring the whole family. If you plan to visit Palm Springs, be sure to take some time to travel to Rancho Mirage and see one of the most popular watering holes in the desert. During season (September until June), there is also free and live entertainment at The River, which are frequently musical performances.
If you are looking for a great …

Something for Everyone on El Paseo in Palm Desert
Whether you are looking for fascinating art work or a great place to eat on different budgets, there is something for everyone (and more than just upscale budgets) in the El Paseo Shopping District.
Dining at El Paseo
On top of having great family restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, Sushi restaurants such as No Da Te, and Italian cuisine at Ristorante Mamma Gina, El Paseo also offers upscale restaurants such as Augusta, which offers Continental, Mediterranean dishes as well as an artistic ambiance (located at …

The Original Las Casuelas Mexican Restaurant
368 N Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 325-3213

If you love great Mexican food and good service, the Original Las Casuelas at 368 North Palm Canyon Drive in Downtown Palm Springs is a great must-try for anyone visiting the area.
The guacamole especial (pictured) is an additional delight, with decadent ranchero sauce covering a mound of chips with fresh guacamole, onions, peppers, and cheese. The shredded beef tacos are some of the juiciest and mouth-watering meat you could want for a taco. They also serve beers …

Desert IMAX Movie Theater
The IMAX in Cathedral City is often mistaken for being in Palm Springs, since it borders the city and is off of Highway 111. The area after many years has become a shopping destination, with casual upscale restaurants within a short walking distance, cafes (even a Starbucks), and a gorgeous view of the moutain side.
Located directly across from the Mary Pickford Movie Theater, the Desert IMAX is a luxurious and well-air conditioned escape from the desert heat. In addition to viewing a gigantic screen with scenes ranging …