Palm Springs named on the 15 most exciting LGBTQ friendly cities around the world

Expedia.com named Palm Springs one of the 15 most exciting LGBTQ friendly cities in the world.

The cities were chosen based on their history of activism, Protection laws, LGBTQ-friendly establishments, and a good and open party, so it’s no surprise palm springs is listed at the top of this remarkable list.

The list featured on Expedia.com’s viewfinder travel blog said of Palm Springs:

“Palm Springs is not the most populous city on our list, but that gives it double points in our book. In some big cities, gay culture sticks to specific neighborhoods and enclaves, but in this city, LGBTQ is the culture. According to the last census, Palm Springs has 115 gay couples per 1,000 households (the third highest rate in the U.S.), and that’s just the domesticated tip of the iceberg.”

Madrid, Tel Aviv, Berlin, Los Angeles, and Toronto were among the 15 cities listed.

“This recognition from Expedia is just more proof that Palm Springs and our distinguished LGBTQ community continues to invite visitors in from around the world looking for year-round sunshine,” said Mary Jo Ginther, Director of Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism. “With more gay resorts than anywhere else, we’re honored to be considered a top destination for LGBTQ travelers.”

Expedia points out the City of Palm Springs’ efforts within the community to create an equal and safe space for all visitors and residents which is reflected by the great work of the Transgender Community Coalition and the 100/100 score from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index