Club Skirts "Blogs To Click": Girls That Roam!

Whether you're planning your next trip and need a little help to pick the best suited lesbian travel destination for your needs and budget; or you just simply want to discover and be transported into new places without having to get on a plane, GIRLS THAT ROAM is your online source for all things travel!

It is also the focus of our Club Skirts "Blogs To Click" series:

WHO: created by Heather Cassell and her partner in life Geena Dabadghav (better known as "Super G"), Girls That Roam is an online travel magazine and community for independent globetrotting women who are either swinging it solo, traveling with their gal pals, boyfriends, or girlfriends, trekking it with their tots, or road warriors closing the deal.

Geena and Heather

Heather Cassell is a regular contributor to the Bay Area Reporter, BARtab, Edge Media, Go Magazine, Out Aloha, PQ Monthly and other publications. She’s also writes “Out in the World,” the international LGBT news column for the B.A.R., that also gets reprinted in the Lesbian News and PQ Monthly. Prior to her globetrotting days, she was a journalist covering community news, business and celebrities for more than 20 years.

WHAT: Girl roamers seek and explore new adventures learning about the world and pushing boundaries, doing good and giving back, supporting women-owned – and the boy’s that love us – businesses and organizations. All the while having a great time rocking it through the continents, drinking and eating, sporting it up, sharing stories and tips, meeting new girlfriends – queer, straight, black, brown, white from America to Asia and everywhere in between – and having some fun and giggles along the way.

LINK: http://girlsthatroam.com

WHY YOU SHOULD CLICK: Girls That Roam is the first women’s travel website and community headed up by a diverse team of women representing the world we live and travel in. It’s also the first women’s travel website to have a micro site geared specifically toward queer women and trans women travelers.

Click here to read the full Dinah article

Read here the amazing review of The Hilton Hotel - Club Skirts' main hotel - in Palm Springs.

For the Dinah 2013, GirlsThatRoam sent its globetrotting team, Terry Sok and Jennifer Miller, to Palm Springs to cover the largest lesbian party in the world. 

Here are photos of their Dinah adventures!

 

 

 

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CLUB SKIRTS DINAH SHORE WEEKEND 2014

IS APRIL 2-6 IN PALM SPRINGS, CA

Tickets & Hotel Reservations Now Available at:

www.The Dinah.com

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Club Skirts "Blogs To Click": This Show Is So Gay!

In case you've been wondering, YES, there is such a thing as a queer blogosphere. 

And that is why, we at Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend, are celebrating the diverse talented and leading voices of our LGBT bloggers and social media influencers that are creating change, building community, and sharing content on their online platforms.

With our "Blogs To Click" series, we have been committed to zooming in on some of the queer blogs we absolutely love and we think you will love too.

Today our focus is on THIS SHOW IS SO GAY.

WHAT:  Broadcasting since 2008, This Show is So Gay has featured voices of the LGBT and Ally community who use their talents and passion to bring attention to the triumphs and struggles of the gay community. From singer/songwriters to independent filmmakers. From champions of social justice to divas of drag.


WHO: Every week, host Ken Schneck and a rotating panel of guest-hosts dissect the latest LGBT news and riff on stories from historic rulings to random musings. Always upbeat, always independent, always entertaining, This Show is So Gay asks "Why be gay when you can be...SO gay?!?"

Ken Schneck ... he's not gay, he's SO gay!

LINK: http://www.thisshowissogay.com/



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WHY YOU SHOULD CLICK:  The show's mission is quite different than other shows out there. They're always upbeat, always positive and always out to discover what one voice can do to make a difference.

Oh and did we mention that Ken Schneck is one of the most fun & entertaining radio hosts on cyberspace to listen to? Not only that, but Ken has been an amazing supporter of Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend and our lesbian community.

We adore him and have no doubt you will fall in love with him too ... JUST TUNE IN!

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CLUB SKIRTS DINAH SHORE WEEKEND 2014

IS APRIL 2-6 IN PALM SPRINGS, CA

Tickets & Hotel Reservations Now Available at:

www.The Dinah.com

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BEHIND THE LENS WITH DINAH PHOTOGRAPHER CONNIE KURTEW: HOW SHE CAME OUT AFTER HER FIRST CLUB SKIRTS DINAH SHORE WEEKEND!

Because a picture is worth a thousand words, for The Dinah 2013 we're putting together a brand new team of top notch photographers to capture frame by frame every single moment of your Dinah Shore Weekend experience.

It's not just about posing for the camera, but rather about creating together unforgettable images that will remind you of the incredible feeling, the love, the joy and the fun for the rest of your life!

Connie Kurtew has been attending Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend in Palm Springs for quite some time. This past Dinah she was the official photographer for reporter Morgan M. Hurley of The San Diego Gay and Lesbian News.

Connie's utmost professionalism, dedication to her craft, uber friendliness not to mention the impressive quality of her work, made her stand out and catch our attention.

We immediately knew she was the perfect fit for The Dinah because she's the kind of photographer that clearly would bend over backwards if it means making YOU happy!

We hope you'll take the time to scope out her website Kurtew Photography and look at what she's doing with her amazing photography.

In the meantime, we'd like to share a bit about Connie with you.
So without further ado meet one of your Dinah 2013 photographers CONNIE KURTEW:

Connie Kurtew with Rose Garcia of "The Real L Word"

"I think 2013 will be my 7th Dinah but I am excited as I was the first time. I didn't go for a few years in between, not sure why but that will not happen again.

I remember the first time like it was yesterday. I never in my life saw so many woman together in one place. and not just that. They were all lesbians! I just moved a few years ago from Germany to San Diego,CA and lived in Hillcrest specifically,  the gay neighborhood of San Diego. And that was amazing and very different. But going to Palm Springs, seeing so so many women like myself was breathtaking. I realized it was ok to be gay, I didn't had to hide or to pretend. I just could be who I was.

The White Party was especially memorable. Different from other parties, most women were  dress mostly in white, everybody was dancing  and is in such great mood. It's just fun to just walk around, watch people, talk to strangers, dance with strangers and get a kiss here or there. Not bad when you are single.

I went with couples who had just put their relationships on hold for 4 days - people jumped into new relationships, some came to an end. People just came up for the pool parties, intended to drive back the same night and stayed for 3 days. It's a party  but also a community you don't want to leave EVER. And yes, we all have to but you get addicted and have to come back every year.

There is something missing in your life if you don't. Well, I missed it!

Photos of Connie at her first Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend!

 If you never been and plan on going, do it. Plan well. There is stuff going on at every time of the day. And for very age group. Just come and see for yourself. And you can hold your girlfriends hand all the time. And no one will look at you in a weird way. And if you don't have one, well that might be your weekend!

The most memorable moment was when I looked at my arm filled with wristbands of all colors from every party.  If there would have been one more party I would have to use my other arm LOL.

I think that year I did them all, all party's. I did not sleep much and I didn't want to . I did not wanted to miss anything!

I took that feeling with me to my every day life, finally came out to my parents and all my friends in Germany, standing up for it and being who I am every day everywhere. And that feels great.

A feeling I cannot explain or describe to anybody who was not  in the same situation. I did get rejections, remarks, nasty looks, but my entire life is so much easier because I am standing up for myself and don't hide anymore.

This past Dinah I had the great opportunity to work for The San Diego Gay and Lesbian news and went as their Photographer to The Dinah. I almost did it again, went to almost every party or event and took photos.

There is a feeling, I can't explain I have when I see young lesbians being out and free. And love who they are. And I am so happy that they can. Hopefully everywhere soon.

So I hope to see all of you - and those of you who've never been too - next year at The Dinah 2013.

I will be your Photographer so I will be everywhere!
 Come and say Hi and I can take a picture with you and your friends/girlfriends.

I look forward to be part of this fun team and can't hardly wait!!!"

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We invite you to share your own Dinah story with us!
Email us at: Info@TheDinah.com

DISCOVER PALM SPRINGS THE OFFICIAL HOST CITY OF THE DINAH!

For the past 23 years, Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend has been offering lesbians from all over the world the opportunity to escape for five days from the rest of our 360-day life still spent for some of us in the closet, and provide us all the freedom to be who we truly are - no matter what the size of our body, the color of our skin, how old or young we are, or the tax bracket we belong to.

We come together to share a common bond: we like girls and it’s ok! :)

 

Yet none of this universal unity, love and solidarity would have been possible if it wasn't as well for the host city of The Dinah Shore Weekend, namely the City of Palm Springs. 

Whether it's your first time coming to The Dinah or not, discover America’s Great Gay Oasis in the heart of Southern California!   

With more than 26 LGBT Resorts, multiple Gay Bars, Gay Restaurants, Gay Shopping and over 330 days of sunshine, it’s no wonder Palm Springs is a perennial favorite for gay and lesbian travelers!

In the 1930’s, Hollywood stars, movie moguls, and world leaders discovered sunny Palm Springs and made it their secret hideaway.  And with them came the Gay boys and girls of the day to enjoy the pools, the weather, the cocktails, and the freedom to enjoy it all without the scrutiny of Hollywood’s cameras and gossip columnists.  

In the 1950’s, yet another wave of Hollywood greats discovered Palm Springs. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, the Rat Pack, and even Lucy & Desi moved to Palm Springs. And again, their friends, the Gay boys and girls, joined them to sip martinis by the pools of their fabulous Mid-Century homes.  

In the 1980’s, Gay Palm Springs exploded with the opening of dozens of LGBT exclusive resorts and clubs.  And today the tradition continues with of course Club Skirts Dinah Shore Weekend, Gay Pride in November, and other LGBT related events all year long. 

Palm Springs ranks with Sitges, Mykonos, Ibiza, Key West, and Provincetown as one of the world’s most famous Gay destinations!  

The Hilton Hotel located in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs, and host hotel of the Dinah 2013

 

The Zoso Hotel, The Dinah's second host hotel, also conveniently located downtown Palm Springs

Palm Springs offers a wealth of activities and events throughout the year. 

Soar to the top of Mount San Jacinto on the world famous Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, shop ‘til you drop along Palm Canyon Drive, or hike the ancient palm groves of the Indian Canyons. 

Downtown Palm Springs, CA

Tour celebrity and Mid-Century homes, attend fabulous theatre performances, wind down with a poolside massage, or just spend the day in the sun at your LGBT resort. 

In the evening, dine in one of the dozens of award winning restaurants downtown, then drop into the gay bars for drinks and dancing.  Finalize your day with a midnight swim under the stars. 

Palm Springs has the largest concentration of LGBT resorts in the Western United States, and most are clothing optional. Palm Springs is a short drive from most major Southern California cities and an easy  air flight from the rest of the world.  

Watch this video courtesy of Palm Springs Visitor Center and discover Palm Springs!

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PALM SPRINGS VISIT:

www.VisitGayPalmSprings.com