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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is a great escape when temperatures in Palm Springs climb to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It's 35-40 degrees cooler at this lovely vista and is the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world, opened in September 1963 as a way of getting from the floor of the Coachella Valley to the top of San Jacinto Peak. It was constructed in rugged Chino Canyon with helicopters bringing in materials.

Discover why Oscar's Palm Springs is one of the city's most iconic entertainment venues, where great food, unforgettable shows, and community come together

A drive, hike or bike ride through the Anza Borrego desert is a feast for the eyes and balm for the soul. You've stumbled upon an amazing outdoor "museum," as you discover not only nature's bounty, but130 eye catching sculptures of Ricardo Breceda, artfully spread throughout the park.

Palm Springs Art Museum is 150,000 square feet -- an innovative, example of midcentury modern architecture, a shining star in Palm Springs and a major draw to this remarkable desert town in southern California. It is the largest cultural institution in the Coachella Valley, spanning three floors of world-class architecture and a collection including the work of contemporary icons and artosts of the American West.

Discover the best things to do on Catalina Island, from Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden and the Catalina Museum to Airport in the Sky and delicious Avalon dining.

A trip to Catalina Island isn't complete without visiting the legendary Catalina Casino. Despite its name, there's no gambling here just nearly a century of history, breathtaking Art Deco architecture, a stunning circular ballroom, and the beautifully restored Avalon Theater. Whether you're exploring the island for a day or spending a weekend soaking in the laid-back coastal atmosphere, the Catalina Casino is one of Southern California's most unforgettable landmarks and the p