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Palm Springs Girls’ Getaway Guide

Are you looking for a fun-filled girls’ getaway? Look no further than Palm Springs!

Palm Springs Girls’ Getaway Guide
Palm Springs

Palm Springs

Are you looking for a fun-filled girls’ getaway? Look no further than Palm Springs! This desert oasis is the perfect place to stay, relax, enjoy some delicious food, and just have fun.

Have a Pool Party

Palm Springs was built for poolside lounging, so be sure to pack the picture-perfect inflatable pool floats. 

If you’re staying in a vacation rental with your own private pool, spice it up and let the Cabana Boys make your pool party an event to remember. These guys offer butler and party hosting services to turn an average day at the pool into a unique experience you can’t wait to tell your friends about. 

 Enjoy a Spa Day

Looking for a little pampering? Book a relaxing spa day for you and your besties.

Estrella Spa at the Avalon Hotel offers ah-mazing treatments and massages, and features an outdoor hot tub, private courtyards, fitness facilities, and more.

estrella spa at the Avalon

The 10,000-square-foot St. Somewhere Spa at Margaritaville Palm Springs offers relaxing massages, facials, salon services, body treatments, tanning services, hair and nail services, and makeup application.

St. Somewhere SpaSt. Somewhere Spa

The Parker Palm Springs’ colorful midcentury style by Jonathan Adler is a design lover’s heaven. Find a charming country club atmosphere with dreamy nautical decor. The 18,000 square-foot spa offers sea-inspired treatments.

parker spa

Get Outdoors and Explore

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is a must when it comes to outdoor activities. Traveling two miles, the tram ascends to 8,500 feet in just 10 minutes. As you arrive at the Mountain Station, you’ll find unparalleled views, restaurants, a museum, and over 50 miles of trails.

Dining-at-the-Tram

Established in 1938, Moorten Botanical Garden is a privately-owned arboretum, showcasing desert cacti and plants. It also makes for great photo opportunities!

Discover a palm oasis at Indian Canyons. Find absolutely stunning views and more photo opportunities for you and the girls!

Palm Canyon creek

Social Cycle is a great group experience. Tours are booked with a two hour minimum and can be custom-tailored to your needs.

Enjoy a Shopping Spree

Stop in the flagship boutique of Trina Turk for trendy summer dresses and swimwear.

trina turk

Browse the Shops at Thirteen Forty Five where you can find a collection of high-end boutiques all under one roof.

Check out the curated collection at Thick as Thieves, a charming locally owned boutique housed in a 1920s bungalow.

Just Fabulous is a great gift shop for things like home accents, books, holiday décor, cards, and even pool floats.

just fabulouse

Wine & Dine

Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a girls’ night out on the town, our dining scene is as delicious as it is fun and festive.

Brunch.

Farm offers a great farm-to-table menu with a cute outdoor patio in central downtown. They are known for their sweet and savory crepes, brioche French toast, and a variety of fresh omelets. 

farm palm springs

Cheeky’s is known for specialties like their scrumptious bacon flight. It’s a bit of a hipster vibe with a full bar that serves up morning margaritas and their famous spicy bloody mary.

Spencer’s is more formal with a beautiful patio tucked up against the San Jacinto Mountains. Best known for their lobster benedict. 

spencer's patio

Pinocchio’s, is  very casual and known for their budget friendly bottomless mimosas. 

Wilma & Frieda’s menu is based on family recipes and upscale comfort food. Try their churro waffle or signature griddled meatloaf and eggs. They also make house-made pop tarts!

homemade pop tarts

 Dinner & Cocktails

Seymour’s  is a beautiful and rich speakeasy at Mr. Lyons. Enjoy lush interiors, moody lighting and a sneaky unmarked side entrance.

V Wine Lounge is a beautiful mid-century style lounge serving a collection of fine wines, craft beers, cocktails and a cheese-heavy menu.

bar seating at v wine

Bootlegger Tiki serves hand-crafted Tiki cocktails in a dim but playful atmosphere.

Bootlegger Tiki

Eight4Nine offers spaces that are beautiful, private and perfect for celebrating life’s special moments. The food is contemporary American and you’ll love the unique white and pink décor. 

Eight4Nine

LuLu California Bistro is also the life of the party. Their mezzanine level dining rooms can be arranged to suit the needs of your private party with seating available for large groups. 

interior of Lulu

Blue Coyote Grill is a classic Mexican restaurant with a huge outdoor patio space. They are well known for their wild margarita. 

The Tropicale is a popular mainstay with locals and visitors alike. You’ll feel welcomed with its coral colored exterior and Tiki torch entry. 

tropicale patio

PS Air Bar, an aviation themed speakeasy, is another fun, hidden treasure with different programming throughout the week. 

Where to Stay

The beautiful thing about having your girls’ getaway in Palm Springs is that nothing is really that far away.

Larger Resorts

Some good reasons to stay at a large hotel are that they often have a variety of amenities, such as pools, fitness centers, restaurants, and spas. They usually have a large staff that can help with any needs you may have.

List of Large Resorts.

saguaro pool

Small Hotels & Inns

Palm Springs has almost 60 boutiques to choose from that offer a more intimate experience Choose from historic, midcentury modern, or Spanish/Mediterranean styled properties. 

List of Boutique Resorts

Something in the Middle

Mid-size may be the way to go. Not too large and not too small. We have over 30 to choose from. They may have more amenities than smaller hotels, but are still small enough to offer a more personal experience.

List of Mid-size Hotels

avalon poolAvalon

House Rentals

Privacy and built-in communal gathering spaces, plus the ability to prepare your own meals and/or bring in a private chef or catering. Almost all homes have a pool and nicely appointed backyard to hang out. Plus, it’s always special to have a group under one roof together.

House Rental Agencies.

Poolside Vacation rental home

No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find it in Palm Springs. So what are you waiting for? Grab your best gal pals and start planning your Palm Springs girls’ getaway today!

 

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Xplosion Box: A Customized Keepsake Your Loved Ones Won’t Forget

A customized memory-filled explosion gift box is a creative way to show someone you care

Xplosion Box: A Customized Keepsake Your Loved Ones Won’t Forget
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Finding a gift that feels truly personal can be surprisingly difficult. In a sea of generic options — flowers, gift cards, candles, and the like — Xplosion Box offers something more lasting: a customized keepsake built around the photos, messages, and memories that matter most. 

Founded by Southern California entrepreneur Jay Vijay, Xplosion Box LLC creates fully customized explosion gift boxes that arrive professionally designed, printed, assembled, and ready to gift. Each box opens layer by layer to reveal personal photos, heartfelt messages, pull-out albums, origami-style photo pockets, and hidden notes, turning a simple gift into an emotional reveal. 

The brand was built for people who want to give something meaningful without spending hours printing photos, cutting paper, folding cardstock, or assembling a DIY project. Customers simply choose a box, upload their favorite photos, add personal messages, and the Xplosion Box team transforms those details into a polished keepsake that feels thoughtful, personal, and beautifully made.

Xplosion Box offers personalized gift boxes for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, proposals, bridesmaid gifts, long-distance relationships, and thoughtful “just because” moments. 

Customers can choose from flexible customization options starting at $27. The Mini Surprise Box includes 10 photos, three message cards, and one hidden secret note, while the Mega Surprise Box offers a fuller keepsake experience with 40 photos, three message cards, and one hidden secret note. 

What sets Xplosion Box apart is its high level of customization combined with convenience. Filled with personal photos, custom text, decorative details, and layered surprises, each box gives customers the freedom to create a gift that feels one-of-a-kind — without having to make it themselves. 

At its core, Xplosion Box helps people turn favorite photos, stories, and words into something tangible: a keepsake that can be opened, revisited, and remembered long after the occasion has passed. asion has passed.

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Top Lawyers 2026: Panakos LLP

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Daniel A. Kaplan

Daniel A. Kaplan is a founding partner of Panakos LLP with more than three decades of civil litigation experience in both state and federal courts. Mr. Kaplan pursues and defends legal claims on behalf of companies, entrepreneurs, and business owners in high-stakes disputes. He focuses on business disputes including breach of contract, unfair competition, trade secret theft, securities disputes, fraud/misrepresentations, and employment matters.

“The best advocacy combines preparation, perspective, and a client relationship built on trust and candor.” — Daniel A. Kaplan

His clients include real estate investors, private and public corporations, and individuals seeking sophisticated legal counsel. Known for practical judgment and strategic advocacy, he works closely with an experienced and diverse legal team to protect, enforce, and defend his clients’ interests.

555 W. Beech Street, Ste. 500, San Diego, California 92101
619-8000-LAW
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William Naumann, Esq.

At Naumann Law Firm, PC, William Naumann and his team have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in damages litigating construction defects, insurance, and government claims. Mr. Naumann has spent his career fighting for people in their hardest moments, from winning $7 million for homeowners after landslide damage to advocating for victims of 9/11.

“We always believe in working as hard as we can to maximize the recovery for the client.”
— William Naumann, Esq.

Combining a personalized approach with a results-driven strategy, he’s helped homeowners associations, property owners, and individuals win against the largest developers, builders, insurers, and municipalities. His commitment is to secure the best possible results efficiently, whether through settlement or at trial.

10890 Thornmint Road, Suite 200, San Diego, California 92127
858-792-7474
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Andrew Hall

For nearly two decades, Andrew Hall has helped clients find practical, cost-effective legal solutions to complex real estate and business matters. At Hall Legal, APC, Andrew offers the experience of a large law firm with the hands-on service of a boutique practice. Whether navigating a business or real estate dispute, he guides clients through every stage of the legal process, from pre-litigation resolution to trials and appeals.

“Combining big-firm experience with boutique attention for California business
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He has represented a broad range of clients, including residential and commercial property owners and managers, landlords, tenants, homeowners, title and escrow companies, lenders, and real estate agents and brokers, while providing personalized, pragmatic service.

2244 Faraday Ave., #132, Carlsbad, California 92008
[email protected]
760-259-7959
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Charles B. Christensen

At Christensen & Spath LLP, Charles Christensen (right) and his partner, Walter Spath (left), provide personalized, comprehensive and cost-effective legal counsel. The firm specializes in real estate law, helping clients with everything from litigation to transactional matters.

“From boundary disputes to every aspect of acquisitions and sales, we provide full service to clients in the real estate arena.” — Charles Christensen

Mr. Christensen takes the time to understand his clients’ specific goals so he can develop solutions that are as efficient and effective as possible. This commitment, combined with his decades of experience and deep legal knowledge, has earned him and his firms the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating — the highest distinction an attorney can receive — for more than 35 years.

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619-236-9343
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