Join local historians and former residents of Death Valley, David & Gayle Woodruff as the take a light‑hearted look at how one of the hottest, driest, and most “why‑would-anyone-go-there?” places on Earth, became a full‑blown…five-star tourist sensation. With a blend of insider memories, colorful characters, and extensive research the Woodruffs journey from early daredevil motorists and dust‑covered prospectors to luxury resorts, Hollywood escapades, and the unique charm that still defines Death Valley National Park today. It’s a warm, witty and detailed celebration of the people who brought hospitality to a place where even the thermometers need a vacation.