Snowbirds looking to shed their winter layers and warm their bones have more choices than ever in Palm Springs and the greater Coachella Valley. As we begin to emerge from the coldest, darkest parts of winter, many of us are starting to plot trips to gain at least a few days’ respite from snowboots and puffy coats. East Coasters usually opt for soft Caribbean beaches, which are just a few hours’ flight away, but not everyone wants to get their dose of Vitamin D at crowded beach resorts. If you prefer your palm trees, sand, and sun with a side of cacti, mountains, high design, and a healthy dose of Hollywood glamour, Palm Springs is an ideal (and now surprisingly easy) getaway for New Yorkers, with a new direct flight from Newark to Palm Springs on United and JFK to Palm Springs on JetBlue. Read the full article here