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    Deserts

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    The thwack of a golf club, the hum of the wind buffeting towering sand dunes, the splash of a dive into a glistening pool—the desert region is a sensory feast. Death Valley National Park holds the record for hottest temperature ever recorded (129°F in 1913), while the deserts of Joshua Tree National Park feature giant boulders and alien-like yucca plants. At Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, discover perfect night skies, slot canyons, and spring wildflowers. The Greater Palm Springs region boasts great golfing, luxurious resorts, world-class shopping, and midcentury modern architecture.

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    • How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs

      How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs

      Explore new heights, plunge into a glittering pool, and wrap yourself in Native American culture in this SoCal city

    • 21 Unique California Events

      21 Unique California Events

      These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State

    • 58 Reasons Why California Is the Ultimate Playground

      58 Reasons Why California Is the Ultimate Playground

      Cultivating a sense of play is serious business in the Golden State. Here’s an opinionated guide to help you find all the fun you can handle.

    • Discover 8 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets

      Discover 8 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets

      These remote and surprising spots fly under the radar for even the most well-versed California travelers

    • A Podcast That Explores Three Aspects of Palm Springs

      A Podcast That Explores Three Aspects of Palm Springs

      Experience the unique aesthetics and time-capsule culture of this desert city

    • Craig Kilborn’s ‘The Life Gorgeous’ in California

      Craig Kilborn’s ‘The Life Gorgeous’ in California

      The TV and podcast host relishes the finer things in the Golden State, some of which are delightfully simple

    • 10 Tips for Your Next California Road Trip

      10 Tips for Your Next California Road Trip

      These Golden State insiders will help you plan an unforgettable four-wheel vacation

    • 13 Iconic California Hotels

      13 Iconic California Hotels

      From oceanfront retreats and lively urban hotels to quirky inns and plush resorts, California offers lodging options for all

    • 3 Amazing Ways to Explore Greater Palm Springs

      3 Amazing Ways to Explore Greater Palm Springs

      A string of desert towns offers surprisingly diverse hiking, culture, and architecture

    • 3 Insiders Share California Vacation Tips

      3 Insiders Share California Vacation Tips

      Expand your horizons with these culinary, family, and luxury experiences

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