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DRAG YOUR WAY THROUGH THE WEEK

Is Palm Springs home to more drag shows than any other city in the US? We’re going to go out on a limb and say Yasss, Queen! Here are our favorites, from bingo to brunch and everything in between, organized by day of the week. MONDAY Latin Fever...

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Best Museums in Palm Springs and Coachella Valley

On the off chance you need a break from relaxing by the pool all day at the desert’s most talked-about resort for gay men, you’re in luck. Greater Palm Springs is home to a varied collection of museums encompassing everything from modern art to...

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Ice Cream Shop Palm Springs

Sugar Rush

Ice cream, candy, epic desserts… you’re on vacation, time to indulge your sweet tooth and treat yourself! Here are some of our hospitality team’s favorite sweet spots in Palm Springs. And remember, vacation calories don’t count. Lolli and Pops...

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Cool Summer Activities in Palm Springs

When temperatures soar in the desert our favorite place to take shelter from the swelter is under the misters on a luxe lounge chair in the Descanso courtyard, preferably sans swimsuit. But if you’re in the mood to explore the world beyond our gardens,...

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Gay Sunday Funday

Sunday Funday

Here in Palm Springs, we love to turn just about anything into a celebration. When Sunday rolls around, the last thing we want to do is hang up our weekend party pants. It’s Sunday Funday! Time for boozy brunching, drag shows, beer busts, and T-dances....

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Artsy Adventures Around the Salton Sea

Looking for an offbeat day trip? Head down to the banks of the disappearing Salton Sea and spend a few hours taking in some of California’s weirdest landscapes and trippiest outsider art installations. Explore the dystopian ruins of Bombay Beach, follow...

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Mens Day Spas Palm Springs

Best Palm Springs Day Spas for Men

Why not pamper yourself with a relaxing day at the spa on your next desert getaway? Many day spas in Palm Springs offer services and experiences specifically tailored to men, including massage, facials, waxing, manicures, and more. Whether you’re...

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Menswear Shopping Favorites in Palm Springs

If your idea of the perfect getaway includes a little retail therapy, you’re in luck! Palm Springs is a great place to shop for menswear, and some of the city’s best clothing boutiques are located within walking distance of Descanso Resort (or just...

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FAVORITE RESTAURANTS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE

Surrounded by lush gardens inside the private poolside courtyard at Descanso Resort, it’s easy to forget that our location in the Uptown District is within walking distance of some of Palm Spring’s best restaurants and shops. There are so many great...

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