1950s Palm Springs Tourism Video

A look at the past of Palm Springs

[@rajsingharora26]

I am obsessed by 1950's Americana.

[@northshore1000]

Me too! This is a perfect example!!

[@Theblondepicker]

So am I

[@millermark445]

@@Theblondepicker So many people on this site are. The country was basking in the post-war glow of prosperity and confidence - a confidence, I'm afraid, we'll never see again.

[@mummyjohn]

@@millermark445 you cause the very problem about which you are complaining by the act of saying that. Be the confidence you seek.

[@jacquelinegarcia178]

My grandparents lived here when I was growing up. I love Palm Springs. Its my happy place. I often go when I am feeling blue.

[@miriamhavard7621]

The juxtaposition of the natural landscape and the midcentury architecture is simply MAGICAL......😍💕

[@romevicki1]

My family and I lived here for many years when I was growing up and my brother and I certainly did our share of hiking the canyons....my grand parents owned the Desert Palms Inn where I roll ironed sheets on Sundays just for some of her German dumplings that she cooked every Sunday. I still fix them the same way. I no longer live there but return often.

[@thedonitalian1923]

That’s awesome. There is a lot of history in Palm Springs.

[@desertrivierahotelfrontdes3150]

What ever happened to the Desert Palms Inn? Is there another Inn in its place?

[@frankmarter6845]

I was there then. It was so beautiful and the air was pristine. No humidity or smog. Fabulous stores and hotels. All of that is gone now.

[@thedonitalian1923]

You Are correct. As a resident, who currently lives here, I can say it most certainly has changed in the last 49 years of visiting

[@sandiegotrojandawg]

I love and adore Palm Springs....home, sweet home!

[@Miss1Pokemonfan]

I love Palm Springs. I've been going there every summer, since I was 9 years old :)

[@regtheegg7984]

Siobhan Moreau I’ve been coming here since I was Born :)

[@tpolerex7282]

Why on earth would you go there during the summer?

[@thedonitalian1923]

I came here before I went to Nam’ gawdamnit

[@douglasthompson9482]

I miss this golden era....classy. Do you notice how physically fit the people are. Probably due to lack of fast food. Glorious.

[@29Stumps]

Used to live here. Miss it more than you can imagine

[@Montorpedo]

Lived in the valley all my life love Palm Springs:)

[@glassineheart]

this is the sweetest movie ever.

[@CitrusandCapri]

Miss those old times. Today it’s all too commercial in the world - there is no charme left!

[@dianavalens2647]

Just recently came back from visiting family, but of course my favorite is always downtown. My cousins and I love buying ice cream in one of the many small shops that still have that retro vibe.

[@chrisjeffries2322]

Love the blue and white 1956 Plymouth.

[@tomsvenkesen2476]

me to. wery nice car.

[@DarynHinton]

LOVE IT! Wow, how amazing to see the history & change. I remember it and the Racquet Club as a kid. It is growing fast once again :)

[@MrJasonshores364]

Back in the 80s we went to Palm Springs every winter break. Never thought about why, lol. It was really warm there. It was so normal to me so I didn't think about it but I guess not everyone went to Palm Springs for winter. Lol.

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

Palm Springs back then was one of the IT places to go to. It seems like everyone who went to Southern California wanted to visit Palm Springs. It was a great place to relax and spend some time. It is still a nice place, but not as good. Time and people hurt everything. George Vreeland Hill

[@desratlinda8639]

( They STILL DO!)

[@thedonitalian1923]

@@desratlinda8639 doesn’t have the same vibe unfortunately. I’ve been coming to Palm Springs for over 35 years and have seen it change even in that time. It’ still has appealing aesthetics but most certainly different feel to it.

[@mummyjohn]

@@thedonitalian1923 I am curious, change of what sort, do you feel?

[@thedonitalian1923]

@@mummyjohn It’s still a pretty place but there seems to be an uptick in illicit drug use and thefts especially in the downtown area.

[@believeinyourself7511]

This was so enjoyable to watch. Thank you for sharing

[@desertratbrian]

Makes me homesick!

[@richardrevia5555]

Wonderful Palm Springs

[@califgirl11]

I love the California desert.

[@ponyrang]

Wow, that's a great video. I will always cheer for you in Korea I'm looking forward to a great video. Have a nice day.

[@emmasoederlund4427]

I LOVE this video. I just did a vlog from when I was in Palm Springs! My favorite place is The Melwyns for cocktails and the old hollywood vibe that they have there! Have a good day

[@desratlinda8639]

My parents used to go there..(What kind of entertainment do they got there now??)

[@fosterapp]

I live in Palm Springs and it’s delightful to see this historical footage. I had to laugh at the couple’s hiking attire for Taquitz canyon😂!

[@bonnethubert]

Fantastique archives pour les passionnés de Palm Springs maintenant devenue la ville Americaine la plus importante du mouvement modernism ,c' est dommage que la fin de la video a été éditée Fantastic for the history and the lovers of Palm Springs The Playground of the stars as become the mecca of modernism Hubert Bonnet

[@RedNovaMedia]

Absolutely beautiful

[@Gobble_de_Goop]

That vintage golf cart is AMAZING.

[@MrPSMark]

Oh, please tell me there's a part two!!!!

[@PalmSpringsHomes2]

Excellent Video, Home Sweet Home

[@davidtang4648]

Hi! I'm a filmmaker from Palm Springs making a music video. Some of the footage from this video would be perfect for the video. Please let me know if I can get your permission/license the footage to use in the music video.

[@rwe1havasu]

That was really cool so thank you very much. But could we please see more. PLEASE

[@expoboy52]

Love the Western Airlines Convair!!!

[@karmafrog1]

Gummo! This is my favorite film of his.

[@TM-kl2kh]

1950s the best decade in America

[@biggreenwave]

Jumping ahead a few decades to the town's popular ad campaign of the 1960's "P.S. I LOVE YOU" says it all.

[@Davidipac]

I lovecthe nostalgic style of these promotional films. GreaterPalm Springs is a wonderful location for the cooler months. It has a relaxed feeling yet has so many activities and night life opportunities. . It's showbiz heritage has attracted many people to call it home. It has the highest gay population per capita than any other place in America and has enriched the style of the region. The wealthy and not so wealthy coexist in harmony and respect. I love it 😀

[@thedonitalian1923]

If you lived here you would see it’s an issue. Palm Springs has lost its luster due to the drug and crime elements. All over the downtown area unfortunately and I have a hard time blaming the homeless. Cost of living in Ca is outrageous

[@danielwilkins7509]

Sounds like a hoot! Keep up the good work! Walt Disney is back in town!

[@PK-gi2qh]

Back when PS was pure class. Notice not one piece of trash in the street, no fast food, or homeless encampments. Oh how So. Cal has changed. Makes me want to go back to this time in history.

[@johndough3125]

Trip out, Hoagy Carmichael. That’s so cool.

[@rapman5791]

Hoagy was a trip 😎

[@SubconsciousGatherer]

11:55 The Center. Totally run down and abandoned now, and totally awesome. Someone needs to film a movie back there.

[@brigvadirgeneral]

I heard they are re modeling it

[@desratlinda8639]

( Where is that??)

[@SubconsciousGatherer]

@@desratlinda8639 It's behind DESTINATION PALM SPRINGS, a store Downtown. Easy to find.

[@garychartier8365]

Thanks for the location information. I live in Riverside in love to get out to PS regularly, but I've never knowingly visited this spot. We'll definitely have to check it out.

[@desertechapplianceservices8193]

We've still got it!

[@garyhaber333]

1:48 Dad owned the Ingleside since 74, up until his passing in 2016. It was then bought by Plumpjack Group (Gavin Newsom owner). Operated by his sister, Jen, but just sold again recently. Landscape i think looks great, but not to crazy about how dark the restaurant, the weird looking patio,and impersonal lobby... Rooms look classic again, like they did back in the 30s & 40s. They need to bring back the breakfast menu.

[@nahpoli]

@Deepdesert Palm Springs was very elite back then!!!

[@queenofscots839]

Only way to hike.... on a horse!💯

[@Deepdesert]

Back when Palm Springs was affordable! (maybe....)

[@Hillary92126]

3:34 always those neighbor lads. Love it!!!

[@birdie2219]

Palm Springs is heavenly!...just remember to keep it a secret! ;)

[@paradoxicalcanons]

Western Airlines. Man, I feel old.

[@TheAdventuresOfLiz]

my grandfather owns the ingleside inn now.....

[@jonmacdonald5345]

_lizziebat_ Has he ran that shithole into the ground yet??

[@wazzaaaabie8781]

@@jonmacdonald5345 why do I see you always reply with toxic comments? Get a life dude

[@garyhaber333]

@@jonmacdonald5345 no,that was when gavin Newsoms company bought it.

[@garyhaber333]

@@wazzaaaabie8781 no s***

[@wazzaaaabie8781]

@@garyhaber333 ???

[@alexyancy6018]

Its so strange to see these residential areas with these strange house styles and pools when you only know them from the vintage artworks. Feels kinda surreal - like a futuristic place that doesnt exist.

[@IFADWORLD]

The camera quality of this video is still better than my old phone 🤯 (Nokia 7310)

[@xxxTheManOnFirexxx]

Wonderful film! Beautiful place and time!

[@BridgitFL]

Back when gas was 20 cents a gallon and dudes wore suits while hiking.

[@desratlinda8639]

LOL! (Yeah, and those ladies wearing dresses while hiking)..oyyy!

[@petermcdonald1744]

How sad, that gorgeous Desert Inn was replaced by that ugly mall, circa 1975, even that mall is kaput!

[@rapman5791]

Back when areolas were brown and the bush was full. 😊 my kind of time. 👍

[@NeuroPulse]

I was just there and in my opinion; Palm Springs has jumped the shark.

[@jgraz11]

is this video royalty free to use in other projects?

[@omalley16]

Love the coachella valley. Not so much the snowbirds

[@zqovvy4355]

omalley16 true

[@MrJasonshores364]

Until they die it's theirs. Lol

[@desratlinda8639]

(how come??), their mostly "older people"

[@rayflower1915]

Not even one fat person in this footage, wow! 50’s rock!!

[@MeadeSkeltonMusic]

No tattoos either

[@MrJasonshores364]

You're ugly so that is just as bad.

[@Linescrew1Canada]

I started coming down from Canada to hang out with my friend's old parents when I was in my 30's. I fell in love with the weather, the high-walled gated crime-free neighborhoods, the middle class feel and the insanity made me buy a place in my 40's there to SPREAD THE MADNESS to all my friends who crave easy living. Then one day I woke up in Palm Desert and realized it was only white people who live here...

[@youredefeeted8136]

Uh,that's why it's crime free.

[@MrJasonshores364]

@@youredefeeted8136 that's disgusting. There's no reported crime there. Racist.

[@kobecastillo923]

Idk what you talking about nothing but Mexicans out here but you are what we call a snow bird coming from Canada lol

[@bobbender5858]

Only white people ? And your point is……….??

[@dilfill]

Is this public domain??

[@TheSlowdream101]

Ralph Kiner and, Phil Harris 2 great men

[@brigvadirgeneral]

3:55 omg PSHS has changed a lot it's so much bigger now with a campus and clock tower by the way it's the DLA building now desert learning academy

[@popularthug1978]

Is this video in the Public Domain?

[@sasukeuchiha306]

I live here

[@michelgouverneur885]

8.31 do these homes still exist to palm springs ?

[@floramiles1365]

clean!

[@MC3achern]

This should be shown as trailer before the marilyn movies at corner of taq and palm canyon

[@sylviagilchrist1858]

We've lived in Palm Springs since 1957 and yet there is no mentioning of our little community. HMMMMM!

[@MrJasonshores364]

What community is that?

[@ohrofax]

so schön wie die landschaft auch sein mag in dem video gibt es keine menschen mit dunkler hautfarbe, das ist die typische rassentrennung der 50iger in den USA.

[@danieldydzak691]

Everything changes but desert still nice

[@focusedfreebird]

my god it looks like phoenix! or Tucson!

[@jonmacdonald5345]

Blue Bird Same Shit different flies!

[@Mopar84RT]

I love old palm 🌴 springs not a big fan on what they are trying to make it now

[@gregorykendrick4245]

We drove around all night looking for something to do sitting next to a pool that's ninety degree water temp gets old I guess you go there to get drunk in the summer

[@garychartier8365]

Maybe best to stay away in the summer. I remember convincing the wonderful woman who became my, now deceased, first wife to go hang out with me there in August of 2006. Probably not one of the smarter decisions I've ever made. ;)

[@bakerXderek]

SCMM2017 baby !!!

[@Mehoy7]

bakerXderek CHEAAH

[@waynewilliams839]

Born there in 61 moved to Huntington Beach in79 ! Enjoy your channel!

[@waynewilliams839]

San Bernagetto😊

[@gardensofthegods]

What in the world makes people want to build out in the desert ? It's crazy especially nowadays

[@garychartier8365]

It's starkly beautiful, peaceful, secluded.

[@dbrown3592]

Went here yesterday for the first time and I don’t get the appeal at all.Wasn’t bad but wasn’t a place I’d hurry to get back to anytime soon..

[@ketarita1911]

Imo Palm Springs is only fun if you have money to spend, or if there are events going on. I tend to gravitate to Desert Hot Springs whenever there.

[@jacquelinegarcia178]

Did you check out the art museum?

[@oldpalmcity]

Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta are much nicer places than PS.

[@TJXHALL]

now the black jack sprit haunts the canyons...

[@garywhitehead6220]

Cute & Quaint. Very 'white.'

[@MrJasonshores364]

Oh look racists. It isn't color that makes crime you dolts, fucking racists.

[@MilesBellas]

3:50 Resident population = 10,000 2020 Resident Population = 48,000

[@alxalx9388]

Love the vibes Cali really tried to b progressive they showcased a black entertainment and Cabernet bar and showcased it as equally great

[@darrylhaynes]

I was born in the 50s

[@dutertefan]

I was born in the 40's.

[@dutertefan]

When cars looked good.

[@kimtv5]

these people love their milk

[@dmr_24k18]

Palm springs is shit now. I lived here since the early 80s and i remember how fun it was. During spring break they would close the enitre downtown area off and people woukd be crusing and drinking having a fun time. They took that away after 2000. But some how, huge gay parties are allowed all weekned long. Wonder why that is....

[@oldpalmcity]

Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta are much nicer places than PS.

[@user-gz9uf3en3h]

the american dream is over

[@oldpalmcity]

Palm Springs is not the same anymore...Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta are much nicer places than PS.

[@TheAdventuresOfLiz]

well hes owned it for a while now....

[@norcalguaponorcalguapo6773]

Anyone notice how in those days there are not to many fat people ?

[@Inb4theban]

no processed sugar in our foods and drinks back then

[@QUECHULAESPUEBLA94]

@@MrJasonshores364 i noticed too , people looked so healthy and no fats at all .

[@JCMaldonado13]

In a way this is very creepy!

[@Joseph-og9jh]

Very white

[@jacobeksor6088]

They are slimy that time

[@billy_hicks]

When America wasn't a degenerate, decadent, and debt filled society

[@Novasterling]

And the best part is, it's mostly White!

[@bobbypaluga4346]

Go

[@ginikast1441]

What a funny chauvinistic film. She's hiking in a dress! Thank Earth we have come to the point where women are not chattel and dragged along for what was considered normal at that time.

[@osmanjeffrey]

Dear Lord! The most wretched place I've ever lived. Moved there from Santa Cruz, which was a huge mistake (thank the ex-boyfriend for that). People are selfish, weather is abominable and the electricity prices are high. People are sunbaked; their brains are not functioning properly. Talk about the "wretched refuse of our teaming shore."

[@davidyoung6575]

Awww. Bitter, party of one; your table is ready. It's nice to know that you left. We won't leave the light on for you. Good riddance. ;-)

[@osmanjeffrey]

David Young No worries about my returning. I'm enjoying civilization, museums, conversation, exercise and people who speak in complete sentences. P.S., yep, Pretty Shitty.

[@traviscrabtree9953]

Okay queen

[@osmanjeffrey]

Travis Crabtree Um, please do excuse me, but we're very butch here in the real world.

[@jonmacdonald5345]

Jeffrey Osman LMFAO 😄 you Pole smoking mo mo!

[@gregorykendrick4245]

We had our own rat pack thing going on six of us drank two shopping carts full of hard liquor and three shopping carts full of import beer where we were staying was nice there were girls all over us but I told them we can't party with you guys because the police will show up and roust us thinking we are taking advantage of the girls we couldn't have that we party four days at a go old school all the way

[@maridaisy87]

So "White"🤦‍♀️

[@MrJasonshores364]

@Chris Christian racist