Cool. Thanks. Love Palm Springs. So much fun stuff to do. I try to get to Joshua Tree at least twice a year.
I've spent the past two summers here. It's hit 125 degrees a few days. When it's that hot outside, even the air burns the skin, and the wind is like a blast furnace or opening the oven door (the wind is hot).
You're right that there is a lot to do here. I mainly use the cart to get groceries for the day, to the bank, and to ride to the gym to get my walking in (it's indoors, lupus friendly).
For most everything else the car is needed and you'll put 20 miles on it to go most anywhere. At least where I live.
A friend of mine owns Gerald Ford's old house. I went to visit and got the tour. The grade school near it is named Gerald Ford, too. The house has a huge painting of Betty Ford in the entry way, a bunch of uniquely decorated rooms, a huge kitchen, and a big outdoor area with pool and spa and fire pit. It's got its own gate and a separate house for the secret service to live (obviously not anymore).
The Obamas came here 4 times during his presidency on vacation, and it looks like they might buy a home here and maybe even move here for good.
In spite of the 125 degree days and 2-3 months of over 110 temps, the other 9 months are just outstanding. I prefer this weather to San Diego's, especially when it's 85 degrees. The 110 feels more comfortable than the 85 due to the humidity, IMO. Even at 125, it's no big deal to go out. Your house is A/C, your car is A/C, you park the car (in a spot with shade!), and only have to walk in the parking lot to where you're going.
I had a house in Vegas a few years back and regretted not buying one with a pool. Water is a must (for me) in the desert. The pool here gets to 97 degrees, which is really warm, but refreshing anyway (compared to the 110+ air).
Anyhow, those are my tips.
