Bacon 🥓 Flights & indulging Nights

Today was one of those wonderfully relaxed Palm Springs days where there was no rush, no schedule and no pressure to be anywhere except exactly where we wanted to be.

Mark and I started the morning with breakfast at ‘Cheeky’s, which is famous for its “bacon flight” – five different bacon flavours served together for tasting. It is certainly a clever concept and a lot of fun to try, and naturally we couldn’t resist ordering one. While the bacon flight was an experience in itself, the rest of the breakfast was fairly average. In all honesty, once the sausage and egg had cooled down, they became quite difficult to enjoy, which probably says a lot about the quality of the food. Still, it was worth visiting simply for the novelty of tasting bacon in so many different varieties.

After breakfast we spent the late morning just wandering along North Palm Canyon Drive, enjoying one of my favourite holiday activities – browsing shops, trying on clothes and people-watching. Palm Springs has such a relaxed and stylish atmosphere, and there always seems to be something interesting around every corner.

A particular highlight for Mark was visiting Seaplane, a fantastic clothing store specialising in unique and limited-edition pieces. His day was made when he unexpectedly met one of his idols there. 😜🌈 It was one of those genuine holiday moments that you couldn’t possibly plan. Mark left with a new shirt and I suspect I may be returning over the next couple of days to purchase one myself.

The afternoon was exactly what Palm Springs is made for. We returned to our accommodation, spent time lounging by the pool and enjoyed the refreshing coolness of the water while soaking up the peaceful desert atmosphere. Sometimes the best travel memories come from simply slowing down and appreciating where you are, and this afternoon was a perfect example of that.

As evening arrived, we headed out to Arenas Road, the vibrant heart of Palm Springs’ LGBTQ+ nightlife. The atmosphere was electric, with music spilling out onto the street and people enjoying the warm desert evening.

We absolutely loved Quadz, which was packed with show tunes, singalongs and a crowd that clearly knew every word. It was impossible not to have fun there. We also spent time at Hunters, where the energetic atmosphere and talented dancers ensured there was never a dull moment. Both venues delivered exactly the kind of Palm Springs nightlife experience we had hoped for.

By the end of the night, we were laughing, celebrating and simply enjoying being on holiday together. It was one of those days that perfectly captured everything we love about Palm Springs – quirky food, great shopping, poolside relaxation, wonderful people and a nightlife scene that knows exactly how to show visitors a good time.

Another fantastic day in the desert. 🌴☀️🍹🏊‍♂️✨Read more