Palm Springs

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After breakfast we hit the road again , but not before a quick stop at a sporting goods shop that we saw having a big sale. Managed to pick up a few bargains to add to our suitcase, with Brett being the main winner today!

We didn't take the most direct route to Palm Springs as we wanted to stop and see a bit of The Joshua Tree National Park along the way. Made it there by around 2pm and stopped in at the visitors information centre to grab some maps etc. The ranger was fantastic and gave the kids a book each to fill out on things they observed and complete various activities. Kids love it and earned themselves a junior ranger badge when we left the park three hours later.

Joshua Tree National Park is again very different to the others we have been to (this being our fourth this holiday) and very cool. They have some very neat picnic and camping areas which we would have liked to have had more time to spend at, but the desire for a swim in the pool at our accommodation was stronger.

We are looking forward to a couple of relaxing days in Palm Springs after what has been a busy few weeks. Brett has done an amazing job with the driving and is relieved to have a couple of days off.

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Comments

[Wendy Te Aho]

Hi Guys. Loved the update. Had forgotton what that scenery was like. Enjoy your rest. X

[Malones]

Still enjoying your posts
Hi guys! Thought of you today when I had to park on the right hand side of the alley way at St Lukes! Glad the driving's going well for you. Thanks for the updates - been checking daily ... am vicariously having a holiday! It looks so hot & dry. Those big smooth rock piles look fab - Emma's wearing the perfect top for that shot - colour ties in beaut with the sky! Hope you have a great time in Palm Springs!! Enjoy your relax there. xxx