| Annual Desert Living Issue In Three Sections | |
| Features | |
| 73 | 10 Roadside Attractions: Unexpected Pleasures Along The Desert Highways / By Mary Anne Pinkston |
| 80 | The Magic Desert Of The Cahuilla Indians: An Intriguing Look At The Native Americans Of The Coachella Valley / By Cheryl Jeffrey |
| 86 | Desert Scenics: Winners Of Our First Annual Photography Contest |
| 97 | Fashion Dreamscape: Fall Preview Of What's Hot In The Desert |
| 114 | The Shopping Adventure: The Valley's Best Stores And Galleries |
| 134 | Shopping Discoveries: Fabulous Finds |
| 154 | Art Features: S.r. Brennen Gallery Of Fine Art: Artist Jo Saylors And P.d. Han |
| 156 | Art Features: Doug Hyde Studios: Heritage - The Source Of Power |
| 158 | Art Features: Le Kae Art Galleries: An Artistic Statement |
| 176 | Medical Features: The Coachella Valley Medical Community: A Survey Of The Latest Valley Medical Facilities |
| 180 | Medical Features: The Brain Trust: A Professional Profile |
| 182 | Medical Features: Dr. Ronald Fragen: A Professional Profile |
| Special Sections | |
| DG1-DG148 | Palm Springs Life's Desert Guide / By Donna Curran |
| FG1-FG56 | Palm Springs Desert Resorts Facilities Guide: Complete Information For The Convention Planner |
| Special Advertising Features | |
| 65 | Rancho La Quinta: The Essence Of Early California |
| 137 | The Coda Gallery: Awakening The Senses |
| 165 | The Morrow Skin Institute: Finding The Balance |
| Departments | |
| 64 | Publisher's Letter: "the Good Life" / By Milton W. Jones |
| 136 | Artists' Index |
| 160 | Gallery Scene |
| 199 | The Palm Springs Villager: A Nostalgic Look At The Valley's Glamorous Past |
| 202 | Shoppers' Bazaar |
| 204 | Advertisers' Index |
ABOUT THE COVER: One of many photogenic views in scenic Palm Canyon.