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Mountain biker up on the mountain with evergreen trees and a deep blue lake below.

Lake Tahoe

Health and Fitness

Summertime is the right time to visit the alpine waters of Lake Tahoe. That’s right! Although Tahoe is typically known for its winter activities, many summertime visitors come to enjoy boating, scuba diving, hiking, and biking.

Here are some of the top summer activities in Lake Tahoe for you and your family to enjoy.

Palm Springs

Health and Fitness

During the winter, why should you be stuck indoors? One of the best reasons to book a Palm Springs winter vacation is the weather you can expect while visiting this beautiful desert city in California.

The average high temperature in Palm Springs during the winter months is around the low to mid-70s, making it an ideal escape for those who don't fare well in chilly temperatures.

Palm Springs

Health and Fitness

Palm Springs, California is a popular tourist destination year round. However, anyone visiting in the summer months knows this desert oasis can really heat up. Luckily, the local community has a variety of activities that will help you beat the heat and make the most of your summer vacation.

Palm Springs

Food and Drink

Palm Springs has long been the playground of the rich and famous. Celebrities who have owned homes here include Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Barbara Streisand, and Leonardo DiCaprio.

There’s no shortage of upscale designer boutiques, world-class golf courses, and luxury spas. As for where to eat in Palm Springs, posh restaurants abound. Here are some ideas for an elegant night out while you’re in town.

Carmel

Food and Drink

It's easy to fall in love with California's Big Sur coastline during a stay in the storybook village of Carmel‑by‑the‑Sea. You can enhance your experience with international and California-inspired cuisine along Carmel's walkable Main Street — just steps away from Carmel Beach.

Carmel

Local Culture

From books to bicycles, fashion to antiques, you’re sure to find something to treasure in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Carmel-by-the-Sea is a true village, with plenty of charm and cobblestones to spare. But there’s more to Carmel than fairy tale cottages and pristine beaches. There’s also the shopping. USA Today readers named Carmel third on their list of the 10 Best Destinations for Shopaholics.

Palm Springs

Local Culture

If you like to enjoy the finer things in life with a modernist twist, Palm Springs is the place for you. Homes with stunning, angular lines and sweeping curves dominate the architectural landscape here.

Swimming pools in unique, memorable shapes grace backyards, and sleek "period" furniture is still in vogue. The mid-century modern vibe is very much alive in this Coachella Valley community where architectural tours, vintage stores, and cultural events evoke the spirit of a more glamorous time.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea Is a Shopper's Paradise

Go Mid-Century Modern in Palm Springs: Architecture, History, and Shopping