The last few days have seen the monsoon return to Southern California desert areas, and I’ve seen a lot of pictures and video of rain (and flash flooding, too) on social media.

Reminded me that many in my cohort (Middle-aged Gay Men) as well as many other folks of all stripes think of moving to the Palm Springs area all the time. I put together pros and cons lists – as I do for so many things, and did this several years ago for that particular place. I hope someone finds it useful! Today the pros — the cons are coming in a day or so.

Pros of living in Palm Springs (from my very particular perspective as someone comparing it to Los Angeles):

• • Uncrowded gyms for elaborate workouts – and it’s less crowded and much friendlier (the gym, that is)
  • Great bike trails that are perfect for a workout all by themselves (such as the PS city loop)

• Biking is safer. Much much safer. That’s because there’s less traffic and there are many off-road bike paths. (That is, when it’s not too hot to bike)
• There are fantastic hiking trails in local mountains, accessibly from the valley floor or by taking the tram to the top of Mt. San Jacinto.
• There is a unique hush in the warmer, hotter weather. I love the silence!
• So easy to sleep there (see hush, above).
• No car traffic, comparatively, to Los Angeles – especially in the off-season, the summer.
• No lines in stores. Shopping, chores are easy! This goes for movies, too.
• It’s easier to meet friendly people – are they just more relaxed? It does seem friendlier than the big bad city.
• It’s easier to meet guys of my age (over 50).
• Palm Springs is so small, you can walk to downtown.
• It’s easy to get around.
• The desert has arthouse cinema: the Camelot and the Palm D’Or.
• Prices of some things (restaurants, movies, etc) are cheaper. (Also, there’s all the senior specials, lower car insurance, lower rent)
• The spring weather and fall weather are absolutely heavenly.
• Slow pace and uncomplicated lifestyle make it easy
• Most days begin with sunshine
• Infrastructure is adapted to the extreme heat
• You see people on the street or in shops or restaurants, and you know them: that nice small town feel.
• Good amount of cultural offerings for a small town on the periphery of a huge city, including a great museum and concert series
• Outstanding 12-Step Recovery Community
• Parking is never a problem
• Breathtaking views of mountains from practically anywhere
• Lots of entrepreneurs
• If you live in Palm Springs or Cathedral City, the airport is only a few minutes away. E-Z.
• And last but not least: Casinos, baby.

What are your favorite pros about living in Palm Springs?

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