There’s always something new to learn.
Palm Springs isn’t just a desert escape — it’s a state of mind.
Mid-century modern architecture, poolside martinis, and mountain silhouettes at sunset. The vibe here is equal parts laid-back luxury and vintage cool, wrapped in golden-hour light.
Let’s see what we discover.
Things you didn’t know about Palm Springs.
5. It has the world’s largest rotating tramcar.
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway climbs over 8,500 feet into the San Jacinto Mountains — and yes, it slowly rotates to give you 360-degree views as you ascend.
4. Hollywood stars once escaped here under fake names.
In the ‘50s and ‘60s, celebs like Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe used aliases when checking into desert getaways to keep things low-key.
3. There’s a law that once required celebs to stay close.
Old studio contracts included the “two-hour rule,” meaning actors couldn’t be more than two hours from set — making Palm Springs the perfect secret weekend escape.
2. The city hosts a massive modernism festival.
Modernism Week draws design lovers from around the world, showcasing Palm Springs’ iconic retro aesthetic through home tours, talks, and cocktail parties.
1. The area has ancient underground aquifers.
Despite the desert heat, natural springs beneath the surface nourish the landscape — and inspired the city’s name long before pools arrived.
Bottom line.
Palm Springs is more than pool floats and palm trees.
It’s a time capsule of glamour with a heartbeat that still pulses cool.
Come for the sun, stay for the stories.
This desert keeps its secrets well.
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