Why Palm Springs 

  • More than 300 days of sunshine annually. 

  • More than 100 golf courses on which to play a round. 

  • A dozen airlines fly into Palm Springs International Airport, with direct flights from 32 destinations and connections to more than 500 destinations worldwide. 

 

What’s New in Palm Springs 

Palm Springs- What's new

 

  • The Palm Springs Surf Club brings surfing to the desert with a state-of-the-art wave pool powered by Surf Loch technology for some hang 10 time. 

  • The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is dedicated to this history and culture of the Agua Caliente People, and the museum’s curved structure is inspired by traditional Cahuilla basketmaking.  

  • Located on the grounds of the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is the Spa at Séc-he, which combines the healing properties of an ancient hot mineral spring with modern therapies.  

 

There are plenty of options when it comes to things to see and do in Palm Springs, as well as places to grab a bite to eat, or host a power lunch or dinner. Here, we look at a few spots to pique your interest. 

 

 

SEE 

 

Palm Springs SEE

 

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 

Glide for two and a half miles over Chino Canyon on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the world’s largest rotating tram car. At the end of the 10-minute ride, your guests will arrive at the Mountain Station at an elevation of 8,516 feet where you’ll find two restaurants, observations decks, a natural history museum, more than 50 miles of hiking trails and more. Meeting and event spaces are available for groups, from a board room to Peaks Restaurant that overlooks the Coachella Valley. 

 

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens 

See leopards, rhinoceros, cheetahs, bighorn sheep, giraffe, zebra and more at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. For more than 50 years the zoo has been active in conservation research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives, both around the world and in its own backyard. With more than a dozen indoor and outdoor venues, wow your guests with a special event at the zoo and gardens filled with desert flora. 

 

For more activities and ideas, ask your ALHI GSO about working with Hosts Global Destination Services 

 

 

DO 

 

Palm Springs DO

 

Take a Hike 

The landscape in and around Palm Springs inspires everyone to get outside, and one way to enjoy the outdoors is on a San Andreas Fault Jeep or Hiking Tour with Red Jeep Tours. Whether traveling on two feet or four wheels, both of these two- to three-hour tours will immerse your guests in the California desert while guides share about the region’s history, as well the geology, plants and animals found in the San Andreas fault zone. 

 

Go Mod 

Mid-century modern is alive and well in Palm Springs, and one way to learn more about the still-popular style of architecture is on a tour with Palm Springs Mod Squad. The three tours on offer focus on the local architects who shaped the look of Palm Springs, a look inside three of the mid-century mod homes and the last channels the Rat Pack with a martini, shaken, not stirred. Or, work with the PSMS team to customize a tour exclusively for your guests. 

 

For more activities and ideas, ask your ALHI GSO about working with Hosts Global Destination Services 

 

 

EAT 

 

Palm Springs Eat

 

Farm 

Transport your guests from Palm Springs to the South of France with a meal at Farm. Sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches like Croque Madame are on the menu for breakfast and lunch, while the prix-fixe dinner menu changes often in order to best highlight the freshest ingredients.   

 

Sandfish Sushi and Whiskey 

For more than a handful of years, Sandfish Sushi and Whiskey has served innovative dishes highlighting a new approach to Japanese cuisine led by Chef Engin Onural. Innovative sushi creations are paired with whiskeys and cocktails to create an unforgettable dining experience. Large groups can be accommodated. 

 

Mr. Lyon’s Steakhouse 

Get a feel for the mid-century mod life with a meal at Mr. Lyon’s Steakhouse, where jazz standards, martinis and steaks blend with modern luxury. Your guests will enjoy steakhouse classics with a modern edge, featuring small farms and exceptional tableside service. Five distinct spaces are ready to host your group, including The Private Dining Room for intimate groups of up to 20, and The Conservatory and Terrace with outdoor space. 

 

For more activities and ideas, ask your ALHI GSO about working with Hosts Global Destination Services 

 

 

Stay/Meet 

 

ALHI Member Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs is ready to welcome you and your guests to the California desert. 

 

Margaritaville Palm Springs

 

Less than four miles from Palm Springs International Airport and minutes from downtown Palm Springs is Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, a casual yet luxurious property that opened in Fall 2020. The resort’s 398 guest rooms and suites vary from 305 to nearly 1,800 square feet, all with a vibrant design that they share with public spaces. After a day of work in the 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space, relax at the two pools, raise a glass at the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar, or sink into deep relaxation at the 10,000 square foot St. Somewhere Spa.  

 

For more activities and ideas, ask your ALHI GSO about working with Hosts Global Destination Services