In the summer, you can hike or bike the trails. In winter, however, there is much more to do. If you have never had the chance, be sure to try Nordic skiing, dog sled rides, and snowshoeing in the winter. Check out the center's event calendar!

For aviation enthusiasts and history buffs, the Palm Springs Air Museum is a real find. Home to one of the largest collections of World War II aircraft in the country, this museum is more than just planes—it’s a walk through history. Here, you can get close to vintage warbirds, from bombers to fighter jets, and even step inside a few. There's also a theater showing documentaries that bring the stories of these planes and their pilots to life, along with a flight simulator for those who want a feel of the cockpit.

Due to Geneva’s ideal location by the lake, you can enjoy true city beach life at Bains des Pâquis, public bath houses on a pier in Lake Geneva, where you can swim with the local ducks and swans. This beach is very crowded during summer and offers all-season activities like a sauna, massages and a hammam during winter.

Spanning 1,200 acres, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is home to a fascinating array of wild animal species from the deserts of North America and Africa. More than just a zoo, its mission is to preserve desert ecosystems and educate visitors about the importance of these unique environments and the species that thrive in them. Explore the expansive desert habitats, where you’ll encounter everything from majestic giraffes to desert tortoises, and discover the incredible adaptations that help these animals survive in some of the harshest climates on Earth.