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Best U.S. Cities to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

From Chicago’s river dyeing ceremony to Philly’s lively pub scene, here’s where to go and what to do if you’re in search of St. Patrick’s Day festivities.

Holidays

The Best Holiday Gifts For Every Kind Of Traveler

This holiday season, celebrate the various travelers in your life with gifts, both big and small.

Destinations

5 Places to Immerse Your Family in American History this Summer

From San Francisco to Boston, these cities are a history lover’s dream perfect for the whole family to visit this summer.

Eat + Drink

Support Small Business and Local Purveyors on Your Next Trip

Explore the local partners that embody a little slice of life in the neighborhoods of each of our hotels and restaurants.

Destinations

Make the Most of Your Family’s Summer with These 5 Educational Destinations

Summer school just got an upgrade. Check out these five great history-loving cities that prove that learning can coexist with family fun.

Entertaining

4 Fabulous Registry Items Every Boston Couple Needs

Sure, china's classic. But Boston couples: Consider stocking your registries with creative, experiential gifts tailor-made to life in Beantown.

Entertaining

How to Plan a Charitable Wedding – Charity Favors, Registries & More

From using charity wedding registries to selecting charitable wedding favors, our expert's share 7 ways pay it forward on your big day.

Destinations

5 of the Best Surprising Wine-Tasting Destinations in the US

Try one of these surprising wine-tasting destinations all over the good ol’ USA to get your sniff, sip and spit on.

Entertaining

Walk Down the Aisle with Your BFF (Best Furry Friend)

We’ve hosted more than our share of canine-inclusive nuptials. Now we’re sharing some of our favorite trends and ideas for stylish weddings that beautifully include your BFF—best furry friend.

Travel Tips

Seven U.S. Metros Having a Moment

Garnering national attention for reasons artistic, innovative and delicious, these seven U.S. cities rise to the top of our 2020 travel bucket list.

Destinations

Discovering the Historical Capital of The U.S.

Explore what makes Boston one of the country’s most historic cities.

Travel Tips

Kimpton Directors of Pet Relations: It’s a Dog’s Life

Some of our most popular employees have a tendency to drool and lie down on the job. But that's only because our Directors of Pet Relations are canines.

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Destinations

Off The Beaten Path In Boston’s Best Neighborhoods

Boston has so much more to offer than what you read in the guidebooks.

Kimpton Buzz

Tastemaker Spotlight: Q&A with Marcia Kimpton, Director of “Bardo Blues”

Daughter of founder Bill Kimpton debuts her first feature film.

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Destinations

Under-The-Radar Brunch Spots in Cambridge, MA

Instead of the usual hotspots, try these three alternatives which are just as memorable.

Destinations

Rediscovering Boston: A Downtown Transformation

The Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel just underwent a transformation that plays perfectly into the old world-meets-new vibe defining Downtown Boston.

Travel Tips

6 Can’t-Miss Races

Shorter than a marathon but long enough to get your sweat on, these 7 fun runs will keep you moving even when you're on the road.

Destinations

A Neighborhood Spotlight: Boston’s North End

Boston's North End neighborhood gives a perfect taste of the city, from history to local style to truly must-eat cannoli.

Entertaining

4 Bachelor Party Ideas That Aren’t Vegas

Alright fellas, time to think beyond The Strip. Today we’re coming at you with tips for planning a unique bachelor party.

Entertaining

4 of Our Favorite Wedding Tips and Trends

Already in the throes of pre-wedding overwhelm? Never fear: Kimpton wedding pros are here with tried-and-true tips to save your sanity.

Travel Tips

4 Amazing Hikes for the Urban Adventurer

Looking for fun city hikes? Try one of these trails—all reachable by public transport—when you plan your next urban escape.

Travel Tips

5 Ways to Shake Up Family Spring Break

Read on for tips for planning a fun and fabulous family spring break.

Destinations

12 Hours in Boston for Any Traveler

From the Pilgrims to the Patriots, Boston is rich with history, art, sports, and fashion. Whether you’re in town for business or you’re bringing your entire family on a Boston vacation, there’s plenty to see and do. Get our picks!

Entertaining

Let It Glow: Best Holiday Lights From Coast to Coast

It isn't the holidays without that dazzle. You don't need to look far to find it. Holiday lights shows are springing up everywhere, from the Alexandria harbor to Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo.

Destinations

New England Art Adventures: What to See, Where to Stay!

Boston and its neighbor to the west, Cambridge, are fast becoming the talk of the art world. From historic museums to ever-changing contemporary public art, we show you where to get your fix.

Travel Tips

Beyond the Treadmill: Unique Travel Workouts at Kimpton

Finding time to exercise when you're on the road can be hard. That's why many of our hotels offer unique travel workouts that just might be a high point of your trip.

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Travel Tips

5 Free Ways to Stay Fit at Hotel Marlowe in Cambridge

From guided jogs to kayaking, our Hotel Marlowe in Cambridge — just across the Charles River from downtown Boston — offers a number of ways to stay fit while on the road, all for free.

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Destinations

An Insider’s Guide to Viewing the Boston Marathon

Our resident running expert — Hotel Marlowe GM Joe Capalbo — gives you a rundown of the best places for viewing the Boston Marathon. And where to hoist a pint afterward.

Destinations

Salute to an Icon: Boston’s TD Garden

In honor of the massive TD Garden renovation, we thought we'd revisit some highlights and take a little trip down memory lane. Even Lakers fans are invited.

Eat + Drink

New and Renovated Kimpton Restaurants

Old favorites have gotten a refresh and soon-to-be-favorites are opening their doors — here’s a quick recap on what's new with Kimpton restaurants.

Destinations

The Head Of The Charles Regatta Rows into Boston

The Head Of The Charles is one of the world's greatest rowing events, taking place every October along the Charles River between Boston and Cambridge, MA. Here's what you need to know.

Kimpton Buzz

The Case of the Onyx Hotel’s Excellent Enhancements

What do Sherlock Holmes and a Bostonian have in common? Wicked smarts? Check. Astute logic? Yup. The ability to sport a deerstalker hat outside of deer stalking? Well, not quite yet.

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