5 Reasons to Head to Palm Desert This Summer—#3 Is a Crowd Favorite
“As things continue to open up, we’re itchin’ for a sun-soaked getaway with plenty of poolside cocktails and outdoor adventures. Naturally, the summer months have...
Planning Your Stay
Planning to come to greater Palm Springs? From Gay Resorts to Boutique hotels, economy rooms to vacation rentals, we cover it all on GayDesertGuide.LGBT.
Where to Work Remotely in Greater Palm Springs
“Greater Palm Springs has long been a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation—and the destination’s accessibility, combined with breathtaking natural beauty, makes it the perfect place...
No Mirage, Palm Springs Is a Queer Paradise
“When I think of Palm Springs, I picture iconic Hollywood stars of yesteryear retreating to their homes or favorite spots there—Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball, Elizabeth...
11 LGBT-Friendly Hotels in Palm Springs for the Perfect Pride Month Escape
“Pride Month is here with a welcoming rainbow of deals and amenities at local Palm Springs hotels! To celebrate this special month, treat you and...
How to Travel to Palm Springs on Points and Miles
“Although Palm Springs is often known for its golf courses, this stunning desert city has something for every type of traveler. Sun seekers, tennis lovers,...
Pride Journey: Palm Springs, California
“Palm Springs is my happy place. The city and the surrounding area provide me with the perfect mix of relaxation and entertainment. Having been to...
In Palm Springs, A Historic Hotel Re-Emerges For The Coachella Era
” After two years of careful renovation—and with a pandemic lockdown tossed in—the oldest operating hotel in Palm Springs is welcoming guests again in an...
How You Can Lower Your Carbon Footprint on Your Next Trip to the Desert
“Craving a desert escape but worried about your vacation’s impact on the environment? In the age of climate anxiety, you may want to keep your...
A Hawt Gay Palm Springs Summer
“Sunlight is a powerful force. It invigorates, it illuminates, and it radiates across the summer, welcoming open-air events and gregarious folks across the rainbow spectrum....
TripSavvy LGBTQ Travel Guide for Palm Springs
“Named one of TripSavvy’s Best LGBTQ-friendly destinations of 2019, Southern California’s Sonoran Desert city of Palm Springs remains not only a favorite resort getaway and...
Oh Snap! These 10 Boutique Hotels in Palm Springs Are Totally Instagram-Worthy
“Plan a Stay and Liven up Your Instagram Feed While You’re at It With These Palm Springs Boutique Hotels. Beyond the spectacular pools and palm...
As Indoor Events Reopen, Palm Springs Is Back in Business With Modernism Week
“After a long year of stasis imposed by COVID-19, the event is set to kick off April 8 — along with a few new and...
Drag Race Queen Willam is Renting out Her Amazing Palm Springs Getaway on Airbnb
“Looking to book accommodation in Palm Springs? Are you a fan of Drag Race or quirky homes? If so, a new Airbnb listing may interest...
What to Do in Palm Springs, California’s Timeless Getaway
“Palm Springs has been a hideaway for Angelenos since the Rat Pack days, and it’s no wonder. This colorful, boho chic desert escape offers everything...
The Sonoran Palm Springs Hosts “LUNAR”: A Socially Distant COVID Regulated Event
With optimism for a vaccine fueled recovery and a commitment to ongoing masking and COVID protocols firmly in place, The Sonoran Palm Springs – www.thesonoranps.com – (1555...
Cool Vibes, Splash-Worthy Pools at These 7 New or Updated Palm Springs Hotels, $114 and Up
“Remember back in the day — when you took vacations and weekend trips and stayed in hotels? Happily, we can do that again. And the...
Explore the Sunny Dunes Gayborhood
“Proximity is underrated. For many LGBTQ+ individuals, finding hotspots and cool hangouts often requires travel, research and effort, none of which contribute to a relaxing...
The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa Receives Barone creation “Shelter Dog” Sculpture Commemorating Dog Adoption
“The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa was honored to be presented with Shelter Dog, part of a 9-dog large scale public art installation...
Ready for a Change of Scene? Palm Springs Beckons
“If you need a break from 2021, hop in your car and head out to Palm Springs for the weekend. You’ll feel like you’ve time-traveled...
Thinking Of Getting On Airbnb? Real Estate Experts Share Their Top Tips
“Vacation rental platform Airbnb is set to release its first earning results today since going public, at a time when more travel is taking place...
5 Ways Bubble Hotels in Joshua Tree Will be Different
“After a successful crowd-funding campaign, Bubble Hotels plans to pop open its first location in Joshua Tree this summer.
Here are five ways the socially...
The 7 Best Airbnbs in Palm Springs
“Whether you’re looking to escape under a star-filled night after a day of poolside relaxation or are craving a sense of adventure only quenched by...
9 Airbnbs in the Desert to Inspire Your Next Remote Escape, From Joshua Tree to Sedona
“Airbnbs in the desert, whether in Joshua Tree, Palm Springs, or Sedona, usually symbolize a specific, solitary fantasy: of digital detoxing, of reconnecting with nature,...
The Best Airbnbs to Escape to This Winter Near LA
“Now in our third month of safer-at-home orders (and almost a year of the back and forth), we’re all about ready to get out of...
Where To Find Celebrity History in Palm Springs
“At the corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and famed Palm Canyon Drive, the Forever Marilyn sculpture by artist Seward Johnson soared 26-feet high, instantly marked...
Covid Clinic Offers Palm Springs Airport Travelers Test Results in 60 Minutes
Covid Clinic, one of the first Coronavirus testing clinics to offer 60-minute rapid results on tests for coronavirus 2 (SARS- CoV-2) has expanded their operation...
Most of California Bans Vacation Stays, But Travelers, Lodgings Aren’t in Line
“Confused about whether it’s OK to stay in a hotel or vacation rental under California’s stricter stay-home rules? You aren’t alone. Our unscientific survey of...
Palm Springs Gay Resort INNdulge Up For Sale
“One of Palm Springs’ best-known gay resorts is up for sale. INNdulge’s owners Jon Jackson and his partner, Sandy Miller, are selling the hotel in...
Palm Springs Continues to Experience Renaissance Even in Pandemic
“Even amidst a global pandemic, the City of Palm Springs continues to experience an extraordinary renaissance thanks to years of strategic economic investment in downtown...
This $250 million, 400-acre Surf Resort in California Desert is on Track for 2021 Start
“A humongous wave is on the horizon in Southern California. A 400-acre, $250 million surf resort remains on track to break ground in the desert...
Escape to Paradise at the All-New Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs
“Get your salt and lime ready; Margaritaville is taking over The Riviera! Jimmy Buffett personifies the laid-back beach vibe. He’s become iconic in transporting people to a...
Southwest Says New City Pairs Is The Way To Survive This Crisis
“Expansion is not a phrase we hear often associated with airlines during the pandemic. However, for Southwest Airlines, it’s been a key focus of its...
Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs Opens In The California Desert
“Global lifestyle and hospitality brand Margaritaville and Davidson Hotels & Resorts debut Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, a desert oasis located in the heart of Palm...
12 Dreamy SoCal Escapes for the Most Stress-Free Thanksgiving Weekend Yet
“While large Thanksgiving gatherings aren’t recommended this year, you can change it up and escape somewhere beautiful (and safe) for the holiday weekend. Whether you’re...
Forget the Milk Bones—Treat Your Pup to These 16 Pet-Friendly Hotels in Greater Palm Springs
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Tourism Works For and Against Greater Palm Springs’ Growth
Even in a pandemic, the attractive qualities of Greater Palm Springs never waver, and that will help grow the local economy. Read full article: ...
Why is Palm Springs Travel So Hot These Days?
Interest in the desert soars among airlines, visitors [ Read the full article here ]...
Weather to Expect When Visiting Gay Palm Springs Any Time of Year
Wondering what to expect when planning your trip to sunny Palm Springs? First of all, you can indeed expect sun. It has been said that...
New Nonstop Flights and Increased Service to PSP
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Margaritaville Resort Takes Over for Iconic Riviera Palm Springs
It shouldn’t take long to discover you’re no longer at the Riviera Palm Springs, and have been transported instead to Margaritaville Resort. [ Read the...
How to Travel Responsibly in Greater Palm Springs
“If you’re planning a Greater Palm Springs getaway, you probably have nothing but enjoying some rays, chilling by the pool and sipping some classic cocktails...