Think of Palm Springs as a cocktail: Mix one part Rat Pack glamour, a shot of desert beauty, fill to the top of the glass with balmy days, and stir up paradise baby! The town's main appeal is its innovative, mid-century architecture, so take a spin around to admire the works of Albert Frey, Donald Wexler and Richard Neutra. Start at Frey's outlandish Tramway Gas Station (2901 North Palm Canyon), which has been restored as an art gallery and visitor center. Here, pick up a driving tour map that will show you the way to the town's architectural gems. Dine on steaks and pasta platters at classy, traditional Melvyn's Restaurant, a known Sinatra hangout and enduring celebrity magnet.Before leaving town, drive by Sinatra's swanky pleasure pad, Twin Palms, where he and Ava Gardner swooned and sparred. It's on East Twin Palms Drive, just a mile from downtown. Maybe I'll see ya there!
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