It's (almost) My Birthday And I'll Travel If I Want To!

Okay so I've decided that year 25 marks the beginning of me taking trips/traveling for my birthday. This year I've decided that Palm Springs is my destination of choice. Primarily because there is this hotel there that I absolutely LOVE (I haven't been there yet, BUT instagram pictures are worth a thousand words, amirite?), but also because it's Palm Springs and I want to be by a pool in the warm sun. I've never actually been to Palm Springs, but it's been on my list of places to visit for awhile. I was wondering if anyone who has been there has any recommendations for things to do, where to eat, and places to go. OR if you haven't been there, are there any places you've heard about/seen that you think are awesome? Additionally, does anyone else opt for birthday trips/travels instead of dinners or parties? I'm curious!