General
Questions
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Where is
The Dinah?
Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend – the
original Dinah Shore Weekend – is always and only held in Palm Springs, CA.
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How old
do I have to be to attend?
21 and over
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If my girlfriend is turning 21 at the Dinah,
can she come?
Yes. She’ll
be able to get to the parties the day of her birthday
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Do you
produce other Dinahs?
There’s
only one original Dinah. Club Skirts has been producing the world famous
Dinah Shore Weekend for 24 years only in Palm Springs. We have no plans to
produce any other Dinah in any other locations. Imitation
is the highest form of flattery and the greatest sign of success. We take
it as a compliment that we are always imitated but as the saying goes,
experience has proven, we are never duplicated! If you want the
Dinah Shore Weekend experience you’ve been reading and hearing about for two
decades, you’ll find it with us, only in Palm Springs.
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Is The
Dinah a Golf Tournament?
The
Dinah is not a golf tournament; but it does take place every year at the same
time as the Kraft Nabisco Golf tournament.
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Do you sell golf tickets?
If you wish
to purchase Golf tickets, you would need to go to the Kraft Nabisco official
website to do so.
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Can I go
to the Dinah alone? How easy is it to meet people?
Yes! Many
women come by themselves and end up leaving having made lots of new friends and
some have even found their dream girl.
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What’s
the age average? Can my mom come too?
The Dinah is attended by women of all ages. There’s
something to do for everyone.
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Can my friend come; he's a guy?
Yes, we
don’t exclude guys … as long as they behave!
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Are transvestites or transgender welcomed?
Absolutely!
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Do you allow dogs?
We do not allow dogs at out events, but the hotels we offer may allow
dogs in the rooms. We suggest you contact them directly. See our website for a
list of official hotels.
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Can I bring my kid & my nanny? He's 5?
You can, but they would not be allowed at any events, including the pool
parties. But if you wanted to book a hotel room for them, that would be fine.
There are so many things to do in the Palm Springs area for children of all
ages. Check with your hotel concierge for more information.
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Do you sell out?
We
occasionally sell out of our smaller events, and our pool parties can sell out,
we rarely sell out of our signature events. However, you save a lot of money
the sooner you purchase your tickets. Waiting until the event insures you will
pay the highest price. We do make announcements when we are close to a sell out
so join our fan page on Facebook and newsletter to be the first to know!
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Are there
a lot of international women attending?
Women from all over the world come to The Dinah. There’s always an opportunity
to practice what you learned in that French or Russian class you took; or
better yet, pick any foreign language and start learning now. The Dinah is
truly international!
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Where can
I look for updates and information about the Dinah?
You can stay
connected with us by checking our website, blog, and all other social media
outlets including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
Preparing
for The Dinah
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What do I
pack?
This
is YOUR vacation so think summer & party clothes, flip flops, sunscreen,
tank tops, shorts, some great heels or boots and never forget your accessories!
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What's the weather like? How hot is it?
Palm Springs
has your typical desert temperatures: hot during the day and slightly chillier
in the evening.
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What is the clothing attire for the night
parties?
You can go casual
nice or dress to impress
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Do I have to wear white at the white party?
You don’t
have to but we highly suggest you do.
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Do I have to wear a bathing suit at the pool
party?
You can wear
whatever you want. There’s no fashion no-no as long as you don’t go topless.
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Should I come Thursday through Saturday or
Friday through Sunday?
We always recommend you stay all four days and
really, even Wednesday. If you leave out Thursday, you leave out our opening
party and comedy night and if you leave Sunday, you miss our pool party and
closing party. It’s a tough call, so stay all four nights. You’ll be glad
you did.
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Is there a pool party on Thursday?
There’s no
official pool party on Thursday but the crowd is already there!
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Do you do single activities?
Wednesday we do; but the rest of the week we do not. However, we are open
to suggestions!
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Who is performing and when?
We typically
do not announce our entertainment until January. All of our performances are
mentioned on our official program available onsite at each Will Call station.
You can also check the website as well as our Facebook for daily updates and
reminders about our schedule.
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Do I have
to participate in every event hosted at The Dinah?
No one will ever force you to do anything you
don’t want to do.
At The Dinah you’re free to do
whatever you want. However, we highly
recommend you do not miss a thing!
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Can I bring
a professional Camera to take photos and/or film?
Only if you have an official press pass.
Travel
Accommodation Questions
A. Hotel
Questions
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Where do
I stay?
We recommend only staying at official hotels listed
on our website. It’s the only way we can guarantee you’ll have an excellent
experience staying at a hotel that appreciates our group and business. That
said, if you want to be in the heart of the action, stay at a main hotel that
is hosting pool parties. If you want a somewhat quieter experience, stay at one
of our overflow hotels. All of our hotels sell out, so please book early. There
are penalties, though, for cancelling once you book so please only book if you
are sure you are going.
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How early
can I book my trip & reserve my hotel room?
Usually booking starts in July but sometimes
earlier. Check our website for updates.
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Do you provide room shares? How would
I connect with other Dinah attendees ahead of time to work out a roommate
arrangement?
We do not, but you can post a message on our
Facebook page if you are looking and we will allow the post to remain up.
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Are there group discounts?
Yes The Dinah offers group discounts. You
would need to contact us directly. We define a group as ten or more people.
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If I have a special Hilton honors rate, does
it apply?
Special Hilton honors rate do not apply during The Dinah
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Do you give travel agent commission?
Yes we do. Please contact us directly.
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I booked
my trip through the Dinah website, will I get an email confirmation?
Yes you will immediately receive an email. If you
didn’t, it’s likely your order did not go through so please contact us.
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Do I need
to present it when I check in?
Yes, you will need to present it at will call to
retrieve your tickets.
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If all the hotels are sold out, what do I do?
We are
constantly monitoring the hotel situation and add new hotels when
needed so
please check our website often. You can also call each hotel we have listed as
availability changes day to day.
B. Flights and Transportation Questions
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How do I
get to The Dinah?
Palm Springs
airport is always the most convenient to fly into, but it is also the most
pricey. The next nearest
airport is Ontario, which is about 70 minutes away from downtown Palm Springs.
Then you have Long Beach and John Wayne airports, all about 90 minutes away.
Palm Springs is located about an hour and a half to two hours away from LA,
which has the best airfares. You can fly into LAX in Los Angeles, and
then rent a car to drive to the Dinah; Buses are also available.
Rental
cars and buses are also available from that location. It’s best to use our rental
car sponsor, Enterprise. They will match or beat any rate. Of course
there’s always the option of car-pooling if you have friends heading out to the
Dinah too.
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Do you pick up at the airport?
We do not.
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Are there shuttles services?
Shuttle services may be available through your hotel. You’d need to check
with them directly.
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Do you supply airline tickets?
We work with
Orbitz exclusively to insure you get the best rate on your Dinah airfare.
Please see our website for our exclusive Dinah Orbitz link.
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Where do
I park if I am not staying at the host hotel?
There’s plenty of street parking around The
Hilton and the Saguaro Hotels where our pool parties take place.
Make
sure to always read the street signs to avoid a ticket or getting towed.
C. About Palm Springs
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What else
can I do in Palm Springs while attending the Dinah?
Palm Springs offers a variety of amazing
activities to do. We recommend you check
www.VisitGayPalmSprings.com for a
list of places to visit and things to do onsite.
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Are there restaurants nearby?
Our
host Hotel, The Hilton Hotel, is located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs
where you’ll find a variety of restaurants, all within walking distance.
However, the food at The Hilton and the Saguaro is also pretty darn good!
Dinah
Tickets/Packages/Wristbands
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When should I buy tickets?
We recommend
you do so as soon as you can. The price is lowest when you purchase early, then
gradually goes up, as we get closer to The Dinah dates. You'll pay full price
if you wait until the event to purchase your tickets. Tickets are
non-refundable, though so please only order when you are sure you are
attending.
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Do you take credit cards?
Yes we do for advance purchases. To date, we
do not accept cards at the event but this could change, so check back with us closer
to the event for potential changes.
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What kind
of package deal can I purchase? What does it give me have access to?
You can purchase our VIP package. Please see details
on the website.
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Upon
arrival where do I pick up my pass and check in?
You can
retrieve your Dinah pass/wristband at Will Call. Locations and hours will be
listed on your receipt. Please make sure you present a valid photo ID and the
credit card you paid with.
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Are food &
drinks included in these packages?
Food
and drinks are not included in any Dinah packages. However, drink tickets are
available onsite for purchase. As for the food, you can take advantage of the
many restaurants located within walking distance of the Dinah host hotel, or
buy your own groceries at the nearby supermarkets.
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Does my
ticket include a gift bag? Who gets one and are they all the same?
If you are staying at a main hotel, you will
receive a voucher for one gift bag, per room.
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My friend
decided to come at the last minute; can she purchase tickets at the door?
Yes she can buy tickets at the
door. There is a cashier available at every event hosted during the entire
duration of The Dinah.
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I have
purchased my Dinah package but now I have a family/work emergency and am unable
to attend, can I transfer my pass/wristband to a friend?
Passes/wristbands are
non-transferable.
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Are
tickets refundable?
Tickets are not refundable so please purchase
wisely.
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Will I be
able to leave and return to the event?
Some events have no re-admittance so to be
safe, plan on no ins and outs.
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If I
accidentally damage my wristband, can I get a new one?
Only if you bring the damaged band to us. No
wristbands are replaced if lost or stolen.
During
the Dinah Questions
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Do I need
to show my ID to get into each event (pool parties/Night parties)?
Yes, a valid photo ID has to be presented
at each event
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Is there
a Lost & Found?
Yes there
is. If the event took place at a hotel, lost items can be retrieved at the
front desk of the hotel reception. If you lost something at Zeldaz or The Palm
Springs Convention Center, please call them directly.
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Is
smoking allowed?
Smoking is only permitted in designated
areas. Check for signs.
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Where can
I find an ATM machine to withdraw some cash?
We list all ATM’s
locations in our program book. They change every year, depending upon what
hotel we are using so please make sure you get a program.
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Can I
pass out flyers inside/outside the event?
Any promotional
material has to be approved prior to the event. This is strictly enforced so
please make sure you contact us ahead of time for clearance.
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Can I get
food and drinks inside the event?
Drinks are available at every event throughout
the Dinah. You can also order food at our pool events.
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Can I
bring my own drinks?
Sorry, but current ABC laws as well as our
agreements with our event hosts prohibit bringing in any alcohol other than
what is purchased at each individual event.
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Are there accessible power plugs to recharge
computers and cell phones?
Yes, power plugs
are available in the lobby of the Hilton hotel.
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Are the
cabanas at the pool accessible on a first come first serve basis or do you have
to reserve them?
Cabanas have to be reserved ahead of time. You can purchase them online
on The Dinah’s website provided they are available for sale. Each year is
different.
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I want to
buy a Club Skirts clothing item; is there a store onsite?
There’s a
Club Skirts booth in the vendor section at every pool party where you can find
all kinds of Club Skirts merchandise and indulge in a shopping spree!
How
to stay connected / Get Daily Updates
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While at
The Dinah, how do I find out about the activities for the day?
We provide a detailed program book that
outlines all the events, locations, times and prices.
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Where can
I find the photos taken by the Dinah photographers after the event?
All pictures will be posted on our website, blog and Facebook page.
Accessibility Questions
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Are The
Dinah and its host hotels ADA compliant?
Most are,
but please check directly with each of our venues as availability is on an
individual basis.
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Will
there be ADA parking available?
Yes, there
is ADA parking availability at every venue of The Dinah.
However,
we cannot guarantee its availability since all parking is limited.
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Will
there be wheelchair accessible bathrooms?
Most public restrooms at our host hotel,
sanctioned hotels, and event venues provide wheelchair accessibility. Please
check directly with each venue for confirmation.
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Does the
comedy show provide a sign language interpreter?
Yes it does.
Be
Part of The Dinah Team
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How do I
submit my resume to join the Dinah Staff?
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How do I
become a volunteer?
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How do I
become a vendor?
You can email us at mtprod1@aol.com with your query, or simply go to our
official website and download the Vendor Application form.
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