In the 1920s, many Hollywood movie studios had a clause written into stars’ contracts stating that an actor could venture no further away than a two-hour drive in case they were needed on set thus establishing Palm Springs, located a mere 100 miles east, as Tinseltown’s go-to weekend getaway. Fast-forward almost a century later and Palm Springs remains a vacation hot spot. And, with a year-round roster of unique events (like Coachella, Dinah Shore weekend, the White Party, and Splash House), luxury accommodations, exceptional mid-century modern architecture and perennial sunshine, Palm Springs has begun to appeal to a much broader audience including more LGBT visitors than ever before. Here’s a rundown of what you won’t want to miss: