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Palm Springs

San Bernardino Weekend Getaways

From Betsy Malloy, About.com

Downtown Palm Springs

Courtesy of Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism
In the 1950s, Palm Springs was Hollywood's playground, site of many big-name movie stars' second homes. After a period of decline, Palm Springs is quickly becoming glamorous again, with many of its "mid-century moderne" (designer-speak for 1950s) properties being restored to their former glory. Tour companies can take you to visit Indian Canyons, through the desert in a Hummer, for a drive along the San Andreas Fault or out to see the electricity-generating windmills up close.

Ready to Go? Use our Palm Springs Weekend Getaway Planner and you'll be ready in no time.

Palm Springs is Popular For: Driving tours, shopping, gambling (there's a casino in the middle of town), golf and simply laying around by a swimming pool getting some sun.

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