Palm Springs readies for Halloween, Pride
Tourism in Palm Springs has rebounded with a vengeance, surpassing pre-pandemic records in both hotel occupancy and arrivals to Palm Springs International Airport. Tourism officials say that while there are still fewer international…
The 32 Best Gay Bars in America
When we gathered over Zoom to plan stories about LGBTQ+ lives, Esquire’s Market Editor Alfonso Fernandez Navas said something so profound and significant that we will quote it in full: “Can we, like, have fun?”…
An LGBTQ Fan’s Guide to Coachella
In just a few days, countless thousands of music lovers and those who simply need to be where the action is will flock to the Coachella Valley in California for the region’s namesake…
Palm Springs White Party is Back, Baby
Barring any unforeseen surprises, the White Party finally returns to Palm Springs on April 29. The largest gay dance music festival in the world — typically attracting over 30,000 attendees to the California desert —…
14 of the Coolest Queer-Friendly Hotels in the US
When it’s time to map out your next trip, obviously you want to find a hotel where you’ll feel not only safe, but celebrated. Across the country, numerous hotel chains and independent brands…
8 Last-Minute Spring Break Destinations for LGBTQIA+ Travelers
Even in 2021, it’s tough to suss out a spring break destination that’s legitimately openhearted to members of the LGBTQIA+ community. To make matters worse, last year was one of the most damaging…
The 10 Most LGBTQ-Friendly Towns and Cities in the U.S. Provide a Few Fierce Surprises
In the face of a global coronavirus pandemic, many gay pride celebrations have moved from jubilant festivals on the streets to … computer screens. But the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community…
Gay Bars Around The World Facing Collapse Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
From pulsating gay super clubs to basement drag cabarets and dimly-lit lesbian bars, the new coronavirus has shuttered LGBT+ nightlife venues worldwide, with some already forced to close permanently while others are scrambling…
6 Events Every Queer Or Lesbian Needs To Experience In 2020
If you’re anything like me, you have already looked at your 2020 calendar about a million times and wondered how you’re going to make this year, your best year yet. I’m sure you…
Pride Journey: Palm Springs
Palm Springs is one of those destinations that you never get tired of. I’m not sure if it’s the landscape, or the abundance of over-the-top gayness that makes the city truly magical. On…