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  • onehappylittlelady
    Calgary, Canada114 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It will appeal to a certain person interested in Cabot Yerxa himself. I was hoping for more Native American art and artifacts but really more about this person and his life. The staff were quite friendly.
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • Ron M
    San Diego, CA5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I loved this preserve. I'm not from a desert area and so I found the palms and water pools fascinating in the midst of the dry desert. The visitor center was closed the day I was there, but the trail was fairly well marked. Just look for the signs. The main part of the preserve did not seem wheelchair accessible and some of the walk, you will be walking in sand. But, that is to get to the end of the trail where the best oalms and pools are.

    There are also nice palms right near the visitors center.

    Parking is out on a busy road, so be careful parking. Don't stop in the street, or you might cause an accident. I'd recommend going to the end of the cars, parking and walking if you are able. Searching for a close space or worse yet, waiting in the road for another driver to pull out is very DANGEROUS.

    Dint forget to donate $$ at the lock box bear the visitor center.😄
    Written 13 September 2022
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  • MoodynMiddleaged
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a small park. But it has some shade trees, park benches, picnic benches a working water fountain.
    Written 18 March 2023
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  • Alex M
    Concord, NH46 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not sure what the park was called but the surface was really nice. Not too fast or slow. Every court had a bench, trash can and was lit. Definitely worth a look.
    Written 1 April 2015
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  • Regina P
    Los Angeles, CA2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Kimana Springs is an incredible oasis of natural mineral hot springs pools on a gorgeous property with incredible views of the mountains. My husband and I soaked in the pools and almost fell asleep, because we were so relaxed. Then we took walked around the picturesque property with all of his ponds, trees, plants, and beautiful scenery. It was a couple of hours of complete heaven! Kristie was a wonderful host and answered all of our questions. It's a must stop if you are traveling to Palm Springs or Joshua Tree!!
    Written 1 March 2024
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    There were lots of parking places.

    On the door it shows when they start worship.

    You cannot miss its name. It is quite big: Grace Church and 17400 Bubbling Wells Road.

    Worthwhile to enjoy the church.
    Written 18 May 2020
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the Wardman Park.

    When we arrived they were painting the swiming pool.

    There are a lot of activities: The Pool, Baseball and tennis.

    People can sit when they play sports.

    There were trees, quite beautiful!

    There is a playground.

    I liked this. Worthwhile to see!
    Written 8 December 2020
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Children likeGuy J Tedesco Park .

    They love the huge boulder and the playground.

    We can do sports as well.

    We can picnic as well.

    The best of all is skating. This is the new style. Everybody does that now.
    Written 7 December 2020
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a lovely church. It is called Family Bible Church.

    There is a playground for children.

    The entrance is dark

    Th roof id red.

    There is many parking places.

    We have two mountains here. Attractive!
    Written 20 December 2020
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a lovely church with music and preaching in the Word of the Bible.

    They sign in church as well and the chairs were comfortable.

    The people in this church are very nice and we can talk with the pastor.

    A must see to enjoy!
    Written 10 December 2020
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  • Robby G C
    Toronto, Canada78,235 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I like the cross that goes through the roof.

    The church is beige.

    There are a few parking places.

    They are very nice here.

    Worthwhile
    Written 7 December 2020
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  • Carol M
    Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We absolutely loved our visit to Vegas Sea Mountain & would highly recommend when in Vegas if you want poolside nude relaxation / adult fun .
    Just like the Palm Springs location it has the very same zen upscale spa feel with fun couples from all over the country.
    Many of the newbies told us they felt super comfortable being naked there as everyone is so respectful yet open minded combination..
    Definitely the freedom to enjoy romance in the sun is off the charts ..
    Written 3 September 2023
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