Located in the heart of Southern California and within hours of several major destinations by car, Palm Desert, California is situated close to major transportation hubs such as I-10 and several airports. The closeness of the area to major urban areas, and the scenic vistas and plentiful attractions make Palm Desert vacation rentals so appealing. A family getaway at these luxurious accommodations affords both relaxation and adventure.

Relax or Do It All at Palm Desert

At Palm Desert, you can do it all or the whole family can just sit back and relax. There is Knott's Soak City Water Park in Palm Springs and also the nearby Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert to keep the kids entertained. You can also fulfill your knack for adventure with Hummer or Jeep tours of the desert landscape, or see majestic views of the desert from above on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, with cars that rotate to show you the valley from over 8,000 feet up in the air. There is also the chance to go back and settle in for some down time at Palm Desert rentals. Unlike small hotel or motel rooms, you can really take advantage of the freedom that the extra space provides.

Take a hike, ride a bike, or explore one of Palm Desert's many city parks. There is plenty to do outdoors. Nearby national parks include the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument, or visit the Joshua Tree National Park to experience some of California's gold mining history. The whole family can come along or dad can just get in some alone time with a game of golf at one of over 100 public golf courses in the area. Mom can go to one of Palm Desert's trademark spas to feel even more refreshed by the experience of staying at Palm Desert California rentals.

There is plenty of shopping to be done in town as well as in surrounding communities. Family outings can also appreciate the city's art and culture; the performing arts can be experienced at The McCallum Theatre, a state-of-the-art performance center. A diverse restaurant scene also distinguishes Palm Desert, with authentic cuisines, bistros, chain restaurants, and bars to choose from depending on everyone's taste and mood. On the other hand, you can save even more money than you did booking a stay at Palm Desert vacation rentals by eating in. Go to the supermarket and get food to cook in a fully stocked kitchen for a home-cooked family dinner.

Palm Desert - A Place to Take the Family and Be Rejuvenated

A family getaway to Palm Desert vacation rentals can provide relief from a hectic life which is not always guaranteed by a stay at the typical motel or hotel. The options of Palm Desert rentals can give the whole family a better experience and the choice is yours to make out of the many house rentals there are. These affordable choices make a family trip to Palm Desert a possibility, with the itinerary for your next vacation suitable for your budget.

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