Marissa Willman moved to the Coachella Valley in 2001 and loves discovering the best that the desert has to offer. As a Palm Springs local, Marissa enjoys sharing her knowledge of this desert destination through her travel writing.
In a previous life, she worked as an English teacher in South Korea and spent months traveling throughout Asia. Today, Marissa prefers to explore her backyard in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley, while occasionally jetsetting as her wanderlust strikes.
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Marissa says, "Don't leave Palm Springs without riding the world's largest aerial tramway. The views at the top are the best in the city!"
Whether you’re looking for a meal on the go or a refreshing sip on a hot desert day, a freshly squeezed juice or blended smoothie is sure to hit the spot. Juice bars have been popping up across the desert as of...
If you love to shop, you’ll definitely find that Palm Springs and the surrounding Coachella Valley don’t disappoint. From world-famous brands at retail destinations like El Paseo and Westfield Palm Desert to the...
The fall months are an exciting time in Palm Springs – and not just because the temperatures are finally falling from the triple digits that dominate the summer months. As busy season descends upon the desert,...
If there's one thing that draws throngs of visitors to the Coachella Valley above all else, it's the golf. More than 100 top notch courses can be found throughout the desert, making it a widely popular destination...
Are you a self-described foodie? Does your palette do the picking when it comes to creating your travel plans? Then you'd better make sure to head into Palm Desert for a few gastronomic adventures during your trip...
If you're staying in Palm Springs on your next vacation and are looking to dig into some of the desert's best flavors, you'll want to make time for a few meals in Rancho Mirage. This desert city packs a powerful...
