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Palm Springs is special because it perfectly balances relaxed desert calm with effortless bachelorette energy. The retro hotels, sun-soaked pools, and mid-century glamour create a playful, stylish setting that feels made for celebrating with your closest friends. It’s the kind of place where daytime lounging turns into golden-hour cocktails and laughter, making every moment feel fun, carefree, and memorable.
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Day 1: Arrival & desert glam kickoff
Welcome to Palm Springs! After checking into your hotel or private rental, take a moment to soak in the retro-chic vibes—the perfect backdrop for a bachelorette weekend. Start things off with brunch at Wilma & Frieda's or L’Atelier Café—mimosas are practically mandatory.
Spend the afternoon lounging by the pool, sipping cocktails, and soaking up the sunshine. As golden hour approaches, grab your cameras for a quick photo stroll around town or a stop at Moorten Botanical Garden for those iconic desert shots.
For dinner, gather the crew at Copley’s on Palm Canyon or Workshop Kitchen & Bar to toast the weekend ahead. If the energy is still high, hit up a local bar or lounge like The Front Porch or Truss & Twine for a nightcap.
Day 2: Pool, party & nightlife
Start your morning with some zen energy: a sunrise yoga session or a spa treatment to get everyone feeling refreshed. Brunch at Elmer’s Restaurant or Lulu California Bistro is a great follow-up, complete with specialty coffee and light bites.
The afternoon is all about poolside fun—reserve a cabana at the Ace Hotel & Swim Club or Kimpton Rowan. Bring your favorite drinks, play some pool games, and let the bachelorette vibes shine.
As the sun starts to dip, consider a mini photoshoot for golden-hour pics—palm trees and desert mountains make for perfect backdrops. For dinner, head to Le Vallauris Restaurant or Trio Restaurant, then keep the celebration going with drinks at Clandestino or Bootlegger Tiki. Nightlife in Palm Springs is stylish and fun, so dance the night away!
Day 3: Adventure & chill
If your crew is up for it, kick off the day with a desert adventure—think e-bike tours, jeep rides, or a casual hike to Tahquitz Falls. After working up an appetite, brunch at The Thirsty Palms or Farm is perfect.
Spend the afternoon back at your hotel or rental, lounging by the pool, sipping cocktails, and enjoying games and laughter. If you want a bit of shopping or exploring, stroll down Palm Canyon Drive or hit La Plaza Downtown Shopping Center for boutiques and souvenirs.
As evening falls, enjoy a final group dinner—perhaps a themed “desert glam” soirée—at Spencer’s Restaurant or Colony Club Restaurant. If energy allows, finish the night with a quiet cocktail at Seymour’s or on your rental rooftop terrace for a low-key wind-down.
Day 4: Farewell & recovery
Wrap up your weekend with a leisurely farewell brunch at Billy Reed’s or Rooster and the Pig, where everyone can relive highlights and take some last photos.
Depending on your departure time, squeeze in a quick visit to the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum or a final walk through town to soak in the desert vibes one last time.
Check out, pack up, and say goodbye to Palm Springs—but take the memories, laughter, and all the desert glam energy with you.
Need to know
Book early: Hotels, villas, and pool cabanas fill up fast.
Sun and heat: Bring sunscreen, hats, light layers—it can get chilly at night since it’s the desert.
Timing: Outdoor adventures in the morning, pool lounging in the afternoon.
Getting around: Rideshares work downtown; rental car for exploring nearby sights.
Pools and spas: Reserve cabanas and treatments ahead of time.
Dining and nightlife: Make restaurant and bar reservations; mix chill lounges with lively spots.
Photo ops: Golden hour, cactus gardens, murals, and Palm Canyon Drive.
Pack smart: Swimsuits, evening outfits, sandals, water, and phone charger.
Hidden gems: Moorten Botanical Garden, vintage boutiques, desert windmills.
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