IWNA 2019 Issue 2

INTERVAL WORLD

Issue 2, 2019

The Palm Springs and Palm Desert region is a real-life oasis at the southwestern edge of the

Mojave Desert. Palm trees line the cosmopolitan streets, and sparkling swimming pools are

commonplace. And beyond the city limits, there’s a vast wilderness to explore.

What to do:

Play 18 holes in the morning. Shop your way through the afternoon. Repeat.

That’s the epitome of a perfect Greater Palm Springs vacation, and with so many ways to

experience it — from golf schools to championship courses and outlet stores to fancy bou-

tiques — there’s something for every type of traveler.

Where to do it:

There are more than 100 golf courses throughout the region, so choos-

ing where to play may be just as tough as scoring a birdie on a long par 4. Start your rounds

at Desert Willow Golf Resort, Escena Golf Club, and Indian Wells Golf Resort. As for the

shopping, that’s a little easier. In Palm Springs, head to Palm Canyon Drive, and stroll the El

Paseo Shopping District in Palm Desert.

Why go now:

High summer daytime temperatures begin to wane toward the end of August,

and the evenings cool off dramatically, so options for outdoor activities expand as fall arrives.

Insider’s tip:

Don’t forget about the fascinating desert scenery. Get

bird’s-eye view

during a hot air balloon ride with Fantasy Balloon Flights, or hit the road to nearby Joshua

Tree National Park.

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