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Get To Know Manchester: The UK’s New Capital Of Cool

You’ll never run out of things to do in Manchester, a buzzing English city.

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A Guide to the Most Unique Spots in Tokyo

Tokyo has always marched to their own drum beat and the results are stunning.

Travel Tips

Going Dutch: 7 Easy Ways To Bring Dutch Design Home

Here are our top 7 Dutch design ideas to incorporate into your home.

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1 City, 3 Ways: Toronto

Cosmopolitan and dripping with Canadian charm, Toronto is a destination for all.

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Off the Beaten Path in Bangkok

Visit these less-traveled locales, all with a design-forward lens.

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Tres Miamis: 3 Ways to Explore the City With It All

Viva, Miami! Here are 3 itineraries, depending on what whim you want to follow.

Travel Tips

The Coolest Art Exhibits Happening Right Now

Fact: Art is best enjoyed in person and we’ve really missed its allure and overall experience. From Palm Springs to New York City, these are the newest and coolest art installations and pop-ups on display and worth traveling for.

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10 Questions With Ave Bradley, Kimpton’s Global SVP of Design

Ever wonder who’s behind your favorite spaces at Kimpton? You have Ave Bradley, Creative Director & Global SVP of Design and her team to thank. Where does Ave find inspiration? We asked her that and more!

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What to Do with Your Vacation Photos

While you’d hate to brag, you take some pretty amazing travel photos. Would be a shame to keep them hiding in your smartphone. Enter these display ideas…

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Design Tips for the Cloffice of Your Dreams

The solution to cozy spaces, Kimpton’s Ave Bradley shares her design tips to creating the perfect “Cloffice” (closet + office) to work from home.

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How Black History Has Shaped Philadelphia and the Coolest Black-Owned Businesses to Support There

The city of brotherly (and sisterly) love is steeped in African American culture.

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How Black History Has Shaped Chicago and 5 Black-Owned Restaurants Not to Miss

Let us be your guide to Black history and culture highlights on your next trip to Chi-town.

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How Black Culture Has Shaped Los Angeles and 5 Cool Black-Owned Eateries to Support

Explore a side to LA you haven’t seen before.

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How Black History Has Shaped the Nation’s Capital and 5 Black Culture Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss

Let us be your guide to five can’t-miss Black history and culture highlights on your next trip to Washington DC.

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Amp Up Your Art Wall Photos with These 5 Tips

Loving those Instagram-friendly murals and art walls you see everywhere? Find out how to take your best photos in front of them.

Entertaining

13 Coffee Table Books for Art & Design Lovers

Sharing the Kimpton design team’s top picks—from our spaces to yours.

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Chicago’s Must-See Art, Architecture + Design

From renowned architecture and museums to impressive outdoor public art displays from modern masters, these are some of our must-sees in Chicago.

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These are the Best Museums Opening in 2020

Get those calendars out and start making your travel plans now! These are the most buzzworthy museums opening around the globe.

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5 Top Asheville Art Experiences for Art-Lovers

Kimpton’s new hotel in Asheville, NC offers stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views—and artistic adventures.

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5 Tips for a Simply Styled Holiday

Decking the halls doesn't need to be a big to-do. Make holiday decorating a breeze with these 5 simple tips from Kimpton's Design Team.

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You’ll Never Believe What These Historic Hotels Used to Be

What’s old is what’s new. These seven hotels housed in historic buildings leverage their past lives to tell a brand new story.

ancestor painting image credit wayson james

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5 Washington DC-Based Artists You Should Know

5 Artists, One Voice: The latest exhibition at DC’s Carlyle Hotel

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Our Favorite Ways to Enjoy Summer in NYC

Summertime in NYC is movie material but only if you know where to look.

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Summer Exhibits and Experiences in Washington DC

We’ve rounded up four ways for you to unearth culture on a visit to the nation’s capital this summer.

skydeck view looking down image credit cavasottiphoto via twenty

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Chicago’s Best Neighborhoods for Summer Fun

From the Loop to River North, check out attractions everyone will enjoy.

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Enjoy a Design-Forward LA Pride Celebration at Kimpton La Peer

Plan your ideal Pride weekend in West Hollywood.

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Best Under the Radar Museums in Washington DC

The Smithsonian museums are great, but they aren’t the only museums in the DC area worth a visit.

phoenix wall mural @anniejanssen via twenty20

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Can’t-Miss Cultural Activities in Phoenix

Phoenix may be synonymous with golf and hiking, but in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., there’s so much more to discover.

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10 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Travel Lover

When it comes to picking the perfect gift for those frequent fliers and road warriors, we’ve got you covered.

actress ellie kemper answering some of lifes big questions courtesy chicago ideas week

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4 Things We Learned at Chicago Ideas Week

Coined, “The Ideas Festival for Everyone,” Chicago Ideas Week just wrapped and these are our favorite takeaways.

butcher paper dinner table - @boho.view via twenty20

Entertaining

3 Unique Thanksgiving Décor Tips

This Thanksgiving save the feather hand turkeys and try these easy, elegant decoration ideas and tips to set the table with friends and family.

Washington DC in the Fall Season Image credit: Matthew Chenet

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4 Can’t-Miss Cultural Activities in Washington DC This Fall

The nation's capital comes alive in the fall with cultural events and exhibitions all across the city.

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1 City, 3 Ways: Taipei

The Taiwanese capital's diversity of attractions has something for everyone.

Head Bartender Thomas Datema Mixes Gin Cocktail

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7 Travel Ideas to Inspire Your Next VIP Vacation

Here are some of our favorite ways to travel in style and feel like a VIP.

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Beyond Apple Wine: Welcome to Frankfurt

Home to a new Kimpton hotel in 2023, Frankfurt, Germany is worth a close look. Discover the best things to do and eat amid the city's old meets new world charm.

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4 European Cities for a Perfect Summer Road Trip

Great for a road trip, Europe looks stunning in the sunshine

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Summer in the City: Toronto

We've rounded up some of the fantastic festivals happening across the city—from music to food, theater to fine arts—so that you can make the most of summertime in Toronto.

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LGBT Travel: 5 Destinations You’ll Love

Cities like New York and San Francisco may be iconic hot spots for LGBT travelers, but we’ve rounded up our favorite experiences to enjoy before, during and after the PRIDE festivals in 5 off-the-beaten-path cities across the country. Pack your bags and head to a destination that’s perfectly tailored to your interests.

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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.

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Neighborhood Spotlight: DC’s Penn Quarter

From Chinatown's Friendship Archway to the hippest spot to grab a bite, get to know Washington, DC’s vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood.

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Springtime in Denver: Seasonal Musts

Spring is in the air throughout the Mile-High City! From the latest art exhibits to the best festivals in town, here are our picks for how to savor springtime in Denver.

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How to Use Social Media for the Perfect Trip

When it comes to travel, social media has the power to help you pull off your best trip ever. Here are some pointers to get you started when wanderlust hits.

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8 Tips to Create Share-Worthy Instagram Stories

Instagram Stories lets you share your travel moments in real time. Here’s how to create the perfect Stories on your trip... the kind that helps your friends follow along, and gets them dreaming.

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Three Unexpected Winter Getaways

While everyone else is escaping to sunny vacation spots, why not try something new and explore these bustling cities this winter? Here’s an urban trio worth bundling up for.

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Circle City-Bound: Kimpton Arrives in Indianapolis

Indianapolis is a big city full of small town charm, a vibrant downtown district, countless things to do... and a brand new Kimpton hotel in 2020.

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A Guide to Denver’s Mile-High Art

Art lovers, get ready to feast your eyes. Denver's art scene is thriving throughout the city's galleries... and on the Kimpton Born Hotel's walls.

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2 Hours in Charlotte

In Charlotte for business? Sneak away and experience the best of Queen City with one of our two-hour itineraries.

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Nashville’s Aertson is an Art-Lover’s Dream

At Nashville's Aertson Hotel, stylish touches from a roster of talented artists stand out as a vibrant part of the Music City's eclectic design scene.

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California Architectural Gems We Love

From the glitz of LA to the hills of San Francisco and then down to Palm Springs, here are our favorite California architectural gems.

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Art, Food & Style in Chelsea: What’s New at Eventi Hotel

The NYC neighborhood has seen a major boom in the creative class: food, design and art. Now, with changes afoot at Eventi -- including two new restaurant concepts, the addition of stunning art, and renovated, high-design spaces -- the hotel is a hub in and of itself.

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Monuments by Moonlight: Exploring DC at Night

Majestic Washington, D.C., is even more spectacular on summer evenings when the crowds and heat have subsided. Check out our tips for exploring D.C. at night.

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Manchester: A Postcard-Perfect New England Getaway

The Kimpton Taconic Hotel is heading to the Green Mountain State where seasonal delights are brought to life by lush landscapes, ski resorts and more.

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7 Reasons We Love New York’s Chelsea Market

There's so much to love about NYC ... the history, the architecture, the food, the shopping. So why not get it all in one place? Here's why we "heart" Chelsea Market.

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Get to Know the Kimpton Carlyle Hotel in Washington, DC

We've elected to open our ninth hotel in the nation's capital. Say hello to Kimpton Carlyle – Dupont Circle, our new Kimpton hotel in Washington DC.

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We Team With NBA’s Kings for a Kimpton Sacramento Hotel

California's state capital will be home to the $477 million downtown Entertainment and Sports Center, which includes a Kimpton Sacramento hotel. Eureka!

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Bringing Luxury to The Burgh: Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh

Set in a historic 1903 building, our new Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh offers boutique-style accommodations in the heart of Steel City.

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Kimpton Announces a New Chicago Hotel

We’re converting one of Chicago’s most threatened historic buildings into a four-star, 281-room hotel in the Central Loop district.

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Monaco Denver Offers Dale Chihuly Exhibit Package

Hotel Monaco Denver has your VIP tickets to see the Dale Chihuly exhibit at the Denver Botanic Gardens. Stay glassy, Denver.

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A New Kimpton Hotel in Denver

We’re thrilled to announce a new Kimpton hotel in Denver's Union Station neighborhood.

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10 San Francisco Shops That Inspire our Design Team

We take the guesswork out of shopping in San Francisco and let you in on some of our illustrious design team’s favorite stores for décor and stylish gifts.

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Hello, Winston-Salem

We have a new project on the boards and it’s smoking hot. Winston-Salem, NC, is the newest addition to the Kimpton family.

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Popping the Top on a New Hotel Vintage Seattle

After a top-to-bottom renovation, Seattle’s Hotel Vintage Park is uncorking a whole new look — and a new name.

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Back to the Future

Have you ever walked into one our hotels and thought, “There’s more than meets the eye here”? And perhaps wondered what it might have been before?

Eat + Drink

Sneak Peek! Firefly Restaurant’s New Look

Firefly restaurant in Washington D.C. is momentarily closed. But tell your appetite not to worry – it’ll open back up on Saturday, September 29, with an exciting, new look.

All Art + Design Posts

Get To Know Manchester: The UK’s New Capital Of Cool

A Guide to the Most Unique Spots in Tokyo

Going Dutch: 7 Easy Ways To Bring Dutch Design Home

1 City, 3 Ways: Toronto

Off the Beaten Path in Bangkok

Tres Miamis: 3 Ways to Explore the City With It All

The Coolest Art Exhibits Happening Right Now

10 Questions With Ave Bradley, Kimpton’s Global SVP of Design

What to Do with Your Vacation Photos

Design Tips for the Cloffice of Your Dreams

How Black History Has Shaped Philadelphia and the Coolest Black-Owned Businesses to Support There

How Black History Has Shaped Chicago and 5 Black-Owned Restaurants Not to Miss

How Black Culture Has Shaped Los Angeles and 5 Cool Black-Owned Eateries to Support

How Black History Has Shaped the Nation’s Capital and 5 Black Culture Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss

Amp Up Your Art Wall Photos with These 5 Tips

13 Coffee Table Books for Art & Design Lovers

Chicago’s Must-See Art, Architecture + Design

These are the Best Museums Opening in 2020

5 Top Asheville Art Experiences for Art-Lovers

5 Tips for a Simply Styled Holiday

You’ll Never Believe What These Historic Hotels Used to Be

5 Washington DC-Based Artists You Should Know

Our Favorite Ways to Enjoy Summer in NYC

Summer Exhibits and Experiences in Washington DC

Chicago’s Best Neighborhoods for Summer Fun

Enjoy a Design-Forward LA Pride Celebration at Kimpton La Peer

Best Under the Radar Museums in Washington DC

Can’t-Miss Cultural Activities in Phoenix

10 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Travel Lover

4 Things We Learned at Chicago Ideas Week

3 Unique Thanksgiving Décor Tips

4 Can’t-Miss Cultural Activities in Washington DC This Fall

1 City, 3 Ways: Taipei

7 Travel Ideas to Inspire Your Next VIP Vacation

Beyond Apple Wine: Welcome to Frankfurt

4 European Cities for a Perfect Summer Road Trip

Summer in the City: Toronto

LGBT Travel: 5 Destinations You’ll Love

Rediscovering Boston: A Downtown Transformation

Neighborhood Spotlight: DC’s Penn Quarter

Springtime in Denver: Seasonal Musts

How to Use Social Media for the Perfect Trip

8 Tips to Create Share-Worthy Instagram Stories

Three Unexpected Winter Getaways

Circle City-Bound: Kimpton Arrives in Indianapolis

A Guide to Denver’s Mile-High Art

2 Hours in Charlotte

Nashville’s Aertson is an Art-Lover’s Dream

California Architectural Gems We Love

Art, Food & Style in Chelsea: What’s New at Eventi Hotel

Monuments by Moonlight: Exploring DC at Night

Manchester: A Postcard-Perfect New England Getaway

7 Reasons We Love New York’s Chelsea Market

Get to Know the Kimpton Carlyle Hotel in Washington, DC

We Team With NBA’s Kings for a Kimpton Sacramento Hotel

Bringing Luxury to The Burgh: Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh

Kimpton Announces a New Chicago Hotel

Monaco Denver Offers Dale Chihuly Exhibit Package

A New Kimpton Hotel in Denver

10 San Francisco Shops That Inspire our Design Team

Hello, Winston-Salem

Popping the Top on a New Hotel Vintage Seattle

Back to the Future

Sneak Peek! Firefly Restaurant’s New Look

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