Celebrations Tips for Throwing a Low-Key, Relaxed Wedding “Low Key Weddings” is a trending search term on Pinterest, and we’re here to give you our best tips for hosting a low-key wedding yourself.
Destinations Hidden Gems in Tokyo Sample Tokyo's unmatched gastronomy, discover the Shinjuku neighborhood's charm, and explore the unique blend of old and new in our insider's guide to Tokyo.
Travel Tips 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 The Ultimate Wedding Guest Etiquette & Survival Guide Tis the season for wedding bells! Read on for 5 etiquette tips on how to be a great wedding guest and survive the inevitable wedding madness.
Entertaining 5 Ways to Create an Intimate Wedding If the idea of a big wedding gives you cold feet, try these tips instead.
Entertaining Announce Your Engagement (and Break the Internet) With These Cool Photo Ideas Congrats! You’re engaged. Now what? Let your nearest and dearest know with a great photo—one that will take the Internet by storm.
Kimpton Buzz Spring into Action: Five Books to Read for Earth Day We offer our suggestions for five great reads in honor of Earth Day — from sci-fi to an urban-farming memoir. And of course anything by healthy-eating activist Michael Pollan.
Travel Tips Meditation: The Age-Old Practice Goes Mainstream The stress-busting, anxiety-fighting superhero of tomorrow? An ancient practice that's surprisingly easy to fit into today.
Entertaining 6 Reasons to Meet Al Fresco Getting a healthy dose of fresh air, sunshine and beautiful scenery can work wonders for your next meeting or team retreat.
Eat + Drink 5 Fun Drink Station Ideas to Spike Up Your Meetings & Events Innovative cocktails can take a gathering to the next level. Make your next event memorable with these fun and creative drink station ideas.
Entertaining 10 Foolproof Ideas for Planning a Fun, Memorable Team Meeting Want to make your next team meeting more fun? Check out these great ideas and tips for planning a memorable business meeting.
Travel Tips 5 Addictive Fitness Apps Stuck in a workout rut? These 5 apps will help you find new motivation, pick up the pace and try different activities.
Travel Tips Selfie Photo Tips From a Pro Photographer Up your selfie game with these selfie photo tips from a pro.
Eat + Drink 4 Essential Cocktail Recipes to Try Get ready to mix, shake and stir with these 4 essential cocktail recipes from our bar team pros.
Entertaining Tips for the Essential Bar Cart The Kimpton bar team is here with essential tips for prepping your bar cart to pour, shake and enjoy. Read on for ways to elevate your spirits.
Eat + Drink Bourbon: America’s Native Spirit Bourbon deserves a spotlight in your bar cart. Learn more about this truly American spirit, plus cocktail recipes that put it front and center.
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 Wow the Welcome: 5 Ways to Greet Your Guests With meetings, it's important to nail the first impression. Here's how to welcome guests with style and heart.
Travel Tips 6 Tips to Capture Your Best Travel Photos We partnered with our friends at Artifact Uprising to bring you a fresh roundup of the best travel photo tips.
Destinations 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.
Entertaining 8 Tips for a Picture-Perfect Desert Wedding A desert's magical colors are the perfect backdrop for a dreamy wedding. These 8 tips will help make sure the big day goes off without a hitch.
Destinations San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf: Beyond the Sea Lions More than just sea lions and chowder, Fisherman’s Wharf offers a truly San Franciscan experience that is far from touristy.
Entertaining Upscale Game Day Eats Hosting a crowd for the big game? Take a cue from Tre Rivali and The Outsider's Executive Chef Heather Terhune and go gourmet with these upscale game day recipes.
Travel Tips 6 Ways to Practice Hygge This Spring We love the Danish idea of "hygge," all about cozy indoor gatherings with close ones. Here's how we like to snuggle down in springtime.
Travel Tips 4 Ways to Get Fitness Resolutions Back on Track Are your New Year’s wellness resolutions veering a bit off course? Recommit to a routine of smart eating and exercise with these 4 tips, courtesy of Graham King, head trainer at Urban Athletic Club within the Kimpton Glover Park Hotel.
Travel Tips Fan Faves: Top 5 Tips for Happier Travel We learn something from our guests every day, like these 5 great tips for being well on the road.
Destinations Kimpton’s Bringing Boutique Bliss to Asia Start the countdown: Luxury boutique hotels are coming to Shanghai; Sanya in Haitang Bay, China; and Bali’s Nusa Dua coast.
Destinations Washington, DC Rolls Out the Pink Carpet for the National Cherry Blossom Festival We’ve rounded up some sweet ways to get in the cherry blossom spirit and take that perfect #nofilter-worthy shot in Washington, D.C.
Entertaining 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.
Destinations Your Guide to Exploring Up-and-Coming Uptown Charlotte Kimpton is excited to bring boutique luxury to uptown Charlotte, NC.
Entertaining One Perfect Weekend: Girlfriend Getaway to Seattle Looking for some quality time with your gal pals? From boutiques to bars, clubs to spas, here's a fab weekend itinerary for a girlfriend getaway to Seattle.
Destinations Imagine Your Taipei Stay at the Kimpton Da An Kimpton's heading to Taipei in 2018. We have no doubt you’re going to be as mesmerized by this vivacious city as we are.
Destinations Room 301: A Social Experiment We’re excited to launch “Room 301”—a limited time guestroom experience in L.A.
Destinations 4 Ways to Experience South Beach “Daylife” Experience South Beach with these daytime hidden gems.
Destinations 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.
Eat + Drink 5 Fabulous Restaurants for Summer Ready for summer? Whether you’re looking for your new favorite neighborhood spot or the best place for farmer’s market-inspired brunch, we’ve got you covered with one of these 5 restaurants that perfectly suit the season.
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.
Destinations Neighborhood Spotlight: Baltimore’s Mount Vernon Get to know Baltimore's historic Mount Vernon neighborhood via our round-up of favorite places, restaurants, shopping, museums and more.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Toronto Cosmopolitan and dripping with Canadian charm, Toronto is a destination for all travelers. Here are 3 ways to experience the best the city has to offer.
Destinations A Guide to Amsterdam’s Flower Scene Sunflowers, daffodils and tulips galore! Get your wicker flower baskets at the ready… here’s our guide to Amsterdam’s extraordinary flower scene.
Travel Tips 9 Ways to Stay Green While Traveling In celebration of Earth Day, here are 9 quick and easy ways you can stay green while you're traveling with us.
Destinations 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.
Destinations 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.
Destinations SXSW: An Epic Music Experience At Kimpton, we love bringing your concert dreams to life. So naturally we went BIG for SXSW with live music events scattered throughout Austin's Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt all week… ending with Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats bringing down the house to a lucky crowd at Geraldine’s.
Travel Tips 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.
Travel Tips 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.
Eat + Drink Cooking with Aphrodisiacs: 3 Valentine’s Day Recipes Valentine’s Day is on the horizon and there’s no better way to win hearts than through the tastebuds. Get in the mood with these 4 ingredients that are all-star culinary aphrodisiacs.
Destinations Sun-Kissed California: Kimpton Comes to Garden Grove There's a lot to love about Garden Grove, California. Here are some of our must-sees, featuring Epicurean delights, an upcoming Kimpton hotel, and one very famous mouse.
Destinations 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.
Eat + Drink 10 Things to Eat and Drink in Palm Springs Escape winter's chill with these 10 dishes and drinks featuring California's best coastal cuisine from the Kimpton Rowan Hotel.
Destinations Escape to Romance in Florida’s Vero Beach Lovebirds, we have a cozy coastal secret for your next amorous escape. Vero Beach, Florida -- a romantic beachfront getaway worth swooning over.
Destinations 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.
Entertaining 3 Ways to Present Holiday Feasts Like a Pro Showcase your culinary skills this holiday season by incorporating these chef-inspired food styling tips when presenting your dishes.
Entertaining Thanksgiving Cocktails: Good Drinking for the Masses Entertaining this Thanksgiving? Here are some tried-and-tested batch cocktail tips and recipes for drinks that are sure to impress.
Destinations 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.
Destinations 2 Hours in Charlotte In Charlotte for business? Sneak away and experience the best of Queen City with one of our two-hour itineraries.
Eat + Drink 14 Must-Try Coffee Shops in California California takes its coffee game seriously, and so should you. Go beyond the chains to discover the Golden State's most BUZZ-worthy coffee shops.
Destinations Off the Beaten Path in Philadelphia Experience a different side to the City of Brotherly Love with these alternatives to Philadelphia's most popular attractions.
Entertaining 3 Batch Cocktails to Serve This Season Crafting cocktails for a crowd this holiday season? Take the stress out of hosting by preparing big batches of one of these boozy beverages in advance.
Destinations 2 Hours in Sacramento Whether you’re in Sacramento for work or play, here's how to soak up the best of California's revitalized capitol city in just two hours.
Eat + Drink Raise a Glass to These 7 Essential Fall Cocktails There's nothing like a boozy cocktail to warm the spirits. Here are 7 fall-inspired cocktails shared by some of the best bartenders from around the country.
Entertaining Holiday Hosting: 5 Tips to Create Party Magic Get a jump start on your holiday party planning with these tips to help you host a soiree your guests will remember long into the New Year.
Eat + Drink Must-Try Breweries in DC and Baltimore Be prepared to get “hoppy” with our guide to the DC area and Baltimore's most noteworthy craft breweries.
Destinations 5 Fab Things to Do Outdoors in Palm Springs Palm Springs: It's not just for golfers anymore. From horseback riding to hiking, here are 5 ways to bask in the sunny scenery of this California hot spot.
Eat + Drink Cheers! Urban Wine Tasting in the Bay Area Yearning for a NorCal wine country experience without the traffic and crowds? Try these picks for San Francisco and Oakland's best urban wine tasting.
Eat + Drink A Chef’s Take on Nashville’s Food Scene From the city's best hot chicken to where to grab a killer cocktail, get a taste of Nashville's food scene from Henley's Executive Chef, RJ Cooper.
Eat + Drink 11 California Taco + Tequila Spots to Try Now California may be north of the border, but its all-star tacos and tequilas sizzle with authentic Mexican flavors.
Eat + Drink Jane Q’s Chef Shares His Picks in LA At Jane Q in Los Angeles, Chef de Cuisine Jason Hall puts a fresh spin on seasonal farmers' market finds for his rustic, lively Californian menu.
Destinations News From the 6ix: Kimpton Comes to Toronto We're heading north to one of the most dynamic cities in North America: Toronto, where a new Kimpton hotel will open in 2018.
Destinations Neighborhood Spotlight: Denver Union Station Situated at the crossroads of four incredible neighborhoods, the new Kimpton Born Hotel opens the door to exploring the best of Denver.
Destinations Ultimate Outdoor Guide to LA’s Hollywood Hills Warm, sunny Los Angeles is an ideal place to get outdoors almost any day of the year. Scenic vistas are just a short hike away if you know where to go.
Destinations 2 Midwest Festivals for the Summer When it comes to festivals, Chicago and Minneapolis go all out. Here are 5 of their best festivals to check out this summer.
Eat + Drink The Best of Portland’s Beer Scene Hops-aficionados, rejoice! Find your way to Beervana with this handy list of the best lesser-known gems in Portland's bustling beer scene.
Destinations 5 Things to Do with 2 Hours in Austin Heading to Austin for business, but looking to fit in a little fun, too? Here are our must-dos if you have just 2 hours to explore this hip and happening city.
Destinations 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.
Destinations Our 4 Favorite Urban Parks in Uptown Charlotte Get ready to soak in the North Carolina sunshine this summer with a visit to one of our 4 favorite urban parks in Uptown Charlotte.
Destinations Have a Blockbuster Summer in DC From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to the rowhouses of Capitol Hill, have a blockbuster summer at a few of our favorite film sites in Washington, DC
Destinations A Local’s Guide to Food & Tunes in Cleveland With famous chefs and venues with a vibe, it’s no surprise that Cleveland boasts a booming culinary and music scene. Here's a list of our favorites.
Eat + Drink 8 Grilling Tips from Denver’s Newest Grill Master Chef Christian Graves introduces Denver's new Citizen Rail restaurant and shares his 8 expert grilling tips to cooking the perfect steak.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Huntington Beach With stretches of pristine beaches, new boutiques and delicious coastal eats, Huntington Beach is the perfect California destination to kick back and relax.
Travel Tips Our Favorite 10 Gay Bars from San Francisco to Philly Looking for your next favorite gay-friendly or LGBTQ-owned bar? These are our 10 tried and true picks around the country.
Eat + Drink Pacific Hideaway + 11 Fab Huntington Beach Eats Pacific Hideaway Chef JT Walker chats about his fresh and flavorful food philosophy and his must-visit local eats in Huntington Beach, California.
Eat + Drink 4 Ceviche + Poke Recipes You Need this Summer Turn tonight's dinner prep into a no-cook affair with our chefs' best fresh ceviche and poke recipes. Just dice, mix, chill... and dinner's done!
Destinations 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.
Entertaining 4 Tips for Hosting Your Own Wine Tasting Be the envy of your social circles and host a wine soirée with your friends. Here are 4 wine tasting party-planning tips to get you started!
Eat + Drink How to: Curadero’s Bold Short Rib Street Tacos Here's Curadero's popular suadero short rib taco recipe, and how to assemble this tasty taco, step by step.
Eat + Drink Chef SammyD Dishes About Amsterdam’s Best Bites Chef SammyD makes his culinary mark on Amsterdam... and shares his top tips for eating like a local.
Destinations Our 4 Favorite Off-the-Radar Music Spots in Nashville Music is an essential part of any Nashville getaway. Venture off the beaten path to experience the secret side of Music City with these lesser known music spots in Nashville.
Travel Tips Going Dutch: 7 Easy Ways To Bring Dutch Design Home From vases overflowing with tulips to blue and white Delft-inspired accents, here are our top 7 Dutch design ideas to incorporate into your home.
Eat + Drink An Inside Scoop: Scala’s Bistro + Other San Francisco Eats Scala’s Bistro Chef Justin Deering shares his cooking philosophy and chef-approved San Francisco spots to eat and drink.
Destinations Neighborhood Spotlight: Midtown Manhattan There's more than meets the tourist's eye in New York's midtown neighborhood. Taste the world and catch tunes and views with our local tips.
Eat + Drink Standing Apart: Outlier Opened in Downtown Seattle Global flavors come to life in fresh ways at Seattle's new hot spot, Outlier.
Eat + Drink A Local’s Guide to Genever and Gin in Amsterdam Genever, jenever and gin, what a storied history. Experience it all in Amsterdam with a local's guide to tours, festivals and lively watering holes.
Destinations Neighborhood Spotlight: West Hollywood While Hollywood is all about glamour, West Hollywood embodies laid-back, elegant luxury. Here's where to go when you step out in WeHo.
Destinations On the Beach: Rain Or Shine in California Beautiful Southern California is worth visiting any time of year. Here's how to make the most of your trip regardless of the skies that day.
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 Beautiful Expressions: Arts & Theater in Seattle Seattle is a powerhouse of arts and culture. From dance and theater to galleries and museums, the options abound - here are our suggestions.
Destinations Car-less in the PNW No car, no problem: in the eco-friendly Pacific Northwest, there are plenty of other options for both urban and natural exploring.
Destinations Business Travel to Baltimore For work or bleisure, Baltimore makes a rich and vibrant destination. Here's where we like to plug in, fuel up and make the most of the city's culture.
Destinations Neighborhood Spotlight: San Diego’s Little Italy Sunny and charming, San Diego's Little Italy is a fun Southern California destination at any time of year.
Travel Tips Stylish Hotel Services You’ll Love We're partnering with four incredible fashion experts so you can take your personal style to the next level.
Destinations Our Insider Tips for Hollywood We love exploring hikes with views, healthy local sips and cozy bookstores in LA's most famous neighborhood.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Amsterdam Full of history and modern-day charm, Amsterdam delights with lush parks, crossroad cuisines and art for every taste.
Travel Tips Where To Après Ski in Style Keeping toasty after hitting the slopes has never been as fun (or delicious). Here's where we unwind in Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City and Sacramento.
Entertaining 5 Wedding Moments That Tell Your Love Story Thoughtful ways to share the story of your love with friends and family on the big day.
Destinations Best Things to Do in Grenada, the Isle of Spice We're heading to the tropics and adding some spice with the Kimpton Kawana Bay Resort in Grenada.
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.
Destinations California Grown: Taste CA’s Bounty at the Source From farmers' markets to festivals to small stands by the side of the highway, California has a dazzling array of freshly harvested food to enjoy.
Eat + Drink Teamwork Makes Dirty Habit’s Menus Shine Food and drinks pair even more perfectly courtesy of the dynamic (behind-the-scenes) duo at Washington DC's Dirty Habit restaurant and bar.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Oakland San Francisco may steal the the spotlight but just across the Bay, Oakland is holding down its own. Here's why you should cross the bridge.
Travel Tips How to Find Alternative Souvenirs T-shirts and postcards are classic, but we think it's worth going the extra mile to find something special on your next trip.
Eat + Drink 4 Hot Chocolate Cocktails for Winter It's gettin' cold outside - but cozy up to the fire with a hot chocolate cocktail and you'll forget all about snow in no time.
Kimpton Buzz Movember: Mo Awareness for Men’s Health Here's why one of the best things you can do for men's health in November has nothing to do with turkey. It's all about the mustache.
Entertaining 3 Cocktails to Spice Up Your Holiday Party Turn up the volume on your next holiday party with these crowd-pleasing cocktails and punches. Spiced grenadine, vermouth or apple cider - it's up to you!
Kimpton Buzz The Trevor Project Honors LGBTQ Pioneers We've been supporting LGBTQ rights from the start, so we love helping community advocates like The Trevor Project celebrate incredible individuals.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Vero Beach If Vero Beach isn't yet on your Florida radar, now's the time to take a look: this chic, casual spot boasts a wealth of culture and beautiful scenery.
Eat + Drink The Perfect Pairing: Travel + CA Wine Experiences California's packed with creative ways to unearth new and delicious wines. From the top of the state to the bottom of the glass, here's what we recommend.
Destinations Where Work Meets Play: Old Town Alexandria The brilliance of a bleisure trip? You can still indulge in amazing sights, sounds and tastes - including Old Town Alexandria, just outside DC.
Entertaining A Day in the Life: Lauren Bucherie We get by with a little help from our team - especially when they're music lovers with super taste, an ear to the underground and sonic passion to spare.
Destinations 1 City, 3 Ways: Austin Lively and fun, the capital city of Texas offers amazing live music, global bites and refreshing outdoor escapes in one vibrant destination.
Eat + Drink Women at the Helm: Mixing + Curating in Chicago The Kimpton Gray pays homage to decades past while keeping an eye forward - thanks, in part, to the contributions of two very stylish and smart women.
Destinations Exploring African American Culture in Washington, DC A new chapter in DC's African American history will be written when President Obama helps open the National Museum of African American History & Culture.
Travel Tips Living the “Suite” Life – Your Way When it comes to finding fabulous new digs for a getaway or special occasion, we're all ears. You tell us how you like to kick back in our suites.
Destinations A Neighborhood Spotlight: Hell’s Kitchen Get out on the street with a local's tips for this historic, theater-packed corner of Manhattan, whose past residents include Madonna and James Dean.
Eat + Drink Caribbean Breezes and Culinary Dreams We're thrilled for the Seafire Resort + Spa to open - and we can't wait to dig into to Chef Massimo De Francesca's coastal cuisine.
Destinations Going Car-Free in California Go beyond the summer road trip! Jump-start an eco-friendly tour of the Golden State, from the redwoods down to the San Diego Bay.
Eat + Drink Chefs’ Picks: Kitchen Essentials Kimpton chefs spill the beans on the tools that make their kitchens flexible, creative and fully pro.
Destinations A Neighborhood Spotlight: Chicago’s Loop We're breaking ground in Chicago's stately and beautiful Financial District with our newest hotel, The Gray.
Eat + Drink Mediterranean Spirits with Bartender Gen Longoria Launching multiple bar programs at once for a brand new hotel? Just a drop in the bucket for bar rockstar Gen Longoria.
Destinations A Neighborhood Spotlight: Baltimore’s Inner Harbor With unique flavors and a vibe unlike any other East Coast city, it's worth seeking out Baltimore's eclectic character and local offerings.
Destinations 2 Hours in Pittsburgh, 4 Neighborhoods to Fall For Packed with history, Warhols, french fries and the right amount of moxie, Pittsburgh hits a bullseye for urban cool with a side of hometown friendliness.
Kimpton Buzz Riding with Purpose: Kimpton Chefs at Chefs Cycle In June, Kimpton chefs hit the road in partnership with No Kid Hungry to raise awareness and money for ending child hunger in America.
Destinations Paris Through the Senses: SCENT Be it through taste, sight, touch, scent or sound—Paris is a city to experience with all five senses.
Destinations Paris Through the Senses: SEE Be it through taste, sight, touch, scent or sound—Paris is a city to experience with all five senses.
Destinations Paris Through the Senses: HEAR Be it through taste, sight, touch, scent or sound—Paris is a city to experience with all five senses.
Destinations Paris Through the Senses: FEEL Be it through taste, sight, touch, scent or sound—Paris is a city to experience with all five senses.
Destinations Paris Through the Senses: TASTE Be it through taste, sight, touch, scent or sound—Paris is a city to experience with all five senses.
Destinations Get Inspired By CA’s Loved-By-Locals Neighborhoods Locals up and down California know where the action's at: the best local music, creative art scenes and tasty bites galore.
Destinations Centennial Celebration: 10 Hidden-Gem Parks in DC Happy 100th Birthday, National Park Service! We've found 10 off-the-beaten-path parks in the nation's capital that are worth celebrating.
Destinations One City, Three Ways: Portland, the City of Roses Portland's rise as a cultural mecca may be recent, but here at Kimpton, we've always known that the City of Roses is well worth a visit.
Destinations The Best of Belltown: A Neighborhood Spotlight Just outside of Seattle's downtown, the Belltown neighborhood shines with a distinctive personality, welcoming walk score and hip vibe.
Destinations California Dreamin’: Summer Beach Vibes Ready for an adrenaline rush from the trendiest water sports, or a lazy afternoon with your favorite summer read? California's beaches are calling.
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 5 Smart Travel Planning Tips From booking direct to flexing your calendar, here are pro tips to get the most out of your next biz trip or vacay.
Travel Tips 6 Classes to Switch Up Your Workout Going to hit the treadmill again? Boring! When it comes to working out, shake things up with these unique workout classes.
Destinations Music to Our Ears: Summertime Fests in the PNW Summer’s here in the PacNW! We're heading outside to get down to a curated roundup of Portland and Seattle music festivals.
Eat + Drink The Summer Wine to Drink Now: Rosé At first blush, rosé wines seem to get little respect. But here are 5 suggestions - plus a cool cocktail recipe - that will leave you feeling in the pink.
Destinations One City, Three Ways: Milwaukee If you've never been, now's the time to visit Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, a thriving district of revamped warehouses, galleries, theaters, boutiques and eateries - plus, a brand-new Kimpton hotel.
Travel Tips What’s in Your Bag? 6 Healthy Travel Essentials Next time you're packing a carry-on, stash a few of these handy wellness items for a healthier flight.
Destinations DC’s Great Escape: Kimpton Glover Park Hotel We're hitting a perfect 10 in the nation's capital. Nestled among the buzziest spots in D.C. is Kimpton's newest hotel, Glover Park.
Eat + Drink Going Native: Trends to Sip and Savor in California Here’s our shortlist of trending California eats and drinks so you'll know where to grab a table (or bar stool).
Destinations A Kid-Perfect Seattle Summer: From Science to Starfish Plan a trip that will launch your family into Seattle's urban excitement and natural beauty.
Eat + Drink Chef Nick Bajal: Rocking Culinary Creations in CA Drawing inspiration from Korea to Puerto Rico, Chef Nick Bajal puts creative twists on classic standbys at SoCal's laid-back Outpost restaurant.
Destinations LGBT Travel: 3 Must-Visit Gayborhoods Planning your next vacay? Make sure you keep these gayborhoods in mind.
Destinations Capital Culture: Summer Exhibits in Washington, DC Epic exhibits, free evening concerts and for history buffs, a trip down 5,000 years of Greek history. It all awaits in DC this summer.
Destinations Summer Travel Secrets: Get Hip to Off-Season Spots Manchester, Aspen, Phoenix and Sedona have so much more than sunshine to offer in their off-peak months.
Travel Tips 4 Bachelorette Parties She Won’t Regret Later If you want to throw an unforgettable bachelorette party, think outside of Vegas. Chicago, Miami, Austin & Santa Barbara beckon
Travel Tips 4 Cities Embracing Bike Culture To celebrate National Bike Month, we recommend hitting the streets in Chicago, Portland, NYC and DC–four cities offering safer, more vibrant biker-friendly streets.
Destinations One City, Three Ways: Salt Lake City Has Salt Lake City been flying under your radar? Then tune in: we’re here to spill it on the real SLC (and dispel a couple of myths along the way).
Travel Tips 7 Tips for Bleisure Seekers Make a vacation declaration and turn your business travel into a “bleisure” trip - here are our favorite ways to do it.
Destinations Take a Spin with Goodland Hotel’s VNYL Record Shop Discover a new artist or enjoy an old favorite with record players in your Santa Barbara hotel room & a curated VNYL record shop.
Destinations Desert Dreams: Three Ways to Savor the Flavors of Phoenix Sunny Phoenix is so much more than just blue skies: we love it for dramatic landscapes, local arts and insta-worthy meals.
Entertaining Rock On, Mom: Your Go-To Soundtrack for Mother’s Day Kimpton's own music expert, Lauren Bucherie, dials in the right tunes to help celebrate all the mothers in our lives.
Destinations Your San Francisco Travel Trifecta: Hello Fillmore, Pac Heights & Japantown Open up an urban jewel box in the center of San Francisco with three unique neighborhoods.
Destinations Old Town, New Discoveries: Ravishing New Looks and Alexandria’s Latest Hot Spots A town rich in history: meet Alexandria, Virginia.
Travel Tips 3 Easy Tips to Travel Light By packing light, you can speed through the airport and make for a more enjoyable trip.
Destinations The Neighborhood Dish: Exploring the Beauty and Buzz around Dupont Circle The Kimpton Carlyle Hotel sits in the middle of all that the Dupont Circle neighborhood has to offer.
Destinations Six California Music Festivals That Belong On Your Playlist Cali’s music festivals are world-renowned for showcasing both major and emerging acts in settings as memorable as the music. Here are our top picks.
Entertaining Unique Meetings & Team Retreats: 3 Options with Local Flair Here are three unique meeting experiences to immerse your attendees in the spirit of their city.
Destinations The Insider’s Guide to Savannah Lots of charm, can’t-miss cuisine, and one-of-a-kind discoveries fill this Southern gem of a city.
Destinations California Street Art Turns The Entire Golden State Into One Fabulous Canvas Here is your guide to some of the best ways to experience the wide and wonderful canvas that makes up California’s homegrown street art scene.
Eat + Drink Sedona & SaltRock Southwest Kitchen Welcome Chef Robert Hoffman Get up close and personal with SaltRock Southwest Kitchen's Chef Robert Hoffman.
Destinations Two Hours, Four Cleveland Neighborhoods to Explore If you have two hours to spend in Cleveland, pick a neighborhood and explore great neighborhoods convenient to The Kimpton Schofield Hotel.
Eat + Drink At the Helm of Shaker + Spear: Welcoming Chef Carolynn Spence At Seattle’s Shaker + Spear, we’re elated to welcome Executive Chef Carolynn Spence to the Kimpton team.
Kimpton Buzz Kudos for Kimpton! Once Again, We’ve Been Voted to Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® List For the 7th time, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has been named one of Fortune Magazine’s Best Companies to Work For, the top hospitality company!
Travel Tips Your 6 Favorite Travel Apps of 2016 These 6 apps will help you stay organized, informed, entertained, and on the move while traveling—download them to your smartphone before your next trip!
Destinations Film-Spotting: Your Ticket to California Film Locations Check out these fun film & TV stops for your next California road trip.
Travel Tips 5 Ways to Shake Up Family Spring Break Read on for tips for planning a fun and fabulous family spring break.
Entertaining Stolen Hearts: a Perfect Valentine’s Day Playlist The lights are going down – and the volume’s going up on our soulful Valentine’s Day soundtrack.
Eat + Drink 3 Chef Recipe Picks for Valentine’s Day Whether you're cooking for your partner-in-crime or the entire family, read on for three Valentine's Day chef-inspired recipes. That's amore.
Entertaining #WeddingWednesday: 5 Trends to Try Natural decor, sparkling brunches and nostalgic late-night menus - here are 5 wedding trends to try.
Entertaining Wedding Wishes Come True For Veteran Couple At Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh At Kimpton, we love giving back and we know weddings. One veteran couple won the warrior wedding of their dreams.
Destinations An All-Year Guide to Manchester A true all-seasons destination filled with everything from the arts to outdoor recreation, Manchester, Vermont, is the setting for Kimpton’s newest hotel, Taconic.
Eat + Drink A Trio of Hearty Winter Soups Soups, stews and bisques all have a place in our hearts. Potatoes, squash and leeks take the spotlight in our recipe round-up.
Destinations Resolutions For Every Californian (or California Visitor) In 2016, there’s so many new ways for you to shine in the Golden State. Here's your list of absolutely-must-do's in the new year.
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 Snowy Beats, Cool Treats: Hotel Van Zandt Winter Playlist We believe that music sets the mood and cures all blues. Turn up this playlist full of chill tunes, and have a wonderful winter!
Eat + Drink A Chef’s Latke Trio Recipe for Hanukkah Heat up the fry pan for a delicious holiday tradition. Here's betting you'll want to eat these for eight days straight.
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.
Eat + Drink The Wheel Deal: Where to Get the Best California Street Food Food trucks and carts are on the move big-time. See what’s on the mobile menu in San Francisco, LA and San Diego with this guide to our local picks.
Eat + Drink What’s Hot Ahead: Culinary & Bar Trends for 2016 Is cauliflower the new kale? Are bamboo cocktails making a comeback? And how cool are artful ice cubes? We found out after doing extensive surveys at our bars and restaurants across the country -- and we share it with you here.
Destinations A True Texas Charmer: Austin’s Hotel Van Zandt Our newest outpost, a refined riff on Austin's renowned music heritage, has landed near historic Rainey Street and the buzzing downtown scene. Take a look inside and get the whole story here.
Destinations Paradise Found! Discover Grand Cayman How do you define paradise? For those that visit Kimpton's upcoming hotel on the Cayman Islands, it’s turquoise water washing onto white-sand beaches, delicious cuisine and a meaningful connection to local culture. Get ready!
Eat + Drink #WineWednesday: Best Under-the-Radar Wine You don't know it yet. But you'll love it. Get introduced to the unsung hero of wines. Hint: It's dry, fruity and comes from France.
Eat + Drink 4 Healthy Recipes With Fall & Winter Veggies Veggies are having a moment. Our chefs show you how to do magic with Guinness and leeks in a soup, dial up the comfort factor with sweet potato gnocchi, and evoke the flavors of fall with a squash, zucchini, corn and asparagus salad.
Eat + Drink Martinis 101 — More Boozing Like Bond + Recipes In Part II in a series, Kimpton's National Manager of Bar Education Mike Ryan serves up more martini goodness -- from ordering advice to serving etiquette to the answer to the old gin-versus-vodka debate.
Eat + Drink Martinis 101 – A History, Recipe & James Bond Mania Martinis never go out of style -- and the debates and mysteries surrounding them are what make them so special. Our National Manager of Bar Education Mike Ryan offers his view.
Destinations Shop Around San Francisco: Flea Markets & Antiques Shops Love the thrill of the hunt? Enjoy it in the Bay Area, from Alameda Point Antiques Fair to Treasure Island Flea Market to beyond ... and bring your sense of adventure with you!
Eat + Drink Sweet Sensations: 4 Kimpton Pastry Chefs You Should Know We're big believers in saving room for dessert. But not only that -- we think it's as important as the main course. Meet some of our pastry chefs, who tempt you with everything from fine chocolates to peach cakes.
Destinations 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.
Entertaining Halloween Tips, Tricks & Treats — With a Kimpton Twist! Costumes, treats, the post-sugar crash. Find out how to tackle it all like a pro from Kathleen Reidenbach, Kimpton's SVP of Marketing. October 31 is her family's jam, so get her tips for surviving the Halloween dash.
Eat + Drink Cooking With Scary (Sounding) Ingredients: 3 Thrilling Recipes Forget ghosts, goblins and things that go bump in the night. Kimpton chefs are afraid of nothing -- especially daunting ingredients like beet blood, duck fat and twilight peppers. Get the recipes here!
Travel Tips 8 Suitcase Packing Tricks You Haven’t Tried Yet Jewelry stored in eyeglass cases? Wine packed in pool floaties? Read about these and other tricks that help you save space, travel smarter and stay sane.
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.
Eat + Drink Autumn in a Glass: Fall Cocktails to Try Now New season, new sips! Kimpton's National Manager of Bar Education tells you what you must drink as the leaves fall.
Destinations Tres Miamis: 3 Ways to Explore the City With It All Viva, Miami! It's a city with a mix of urban glamour, pristine beaches and spicy international flair. Here are 3 travel itineraries, depending on what whim you want to follow.
Kimpton Buzz So Doggone Cool: Adopting a Shelter Dog You will love these tales from Kimpton employees about the shelter dogs that have won their hearts and brought people together in wild, wonderful ways.
Eat + Drink Inside the Chef’s Fridge: Danny Bortnick Ever wonder what a chef's fridge looks like inside? We did, too. Peek inside the fridge of Danny Bortnick, Kimpton's VP of Restaurant Concept Development, and read our Q&A to get inspired!
Eat + Drink Craft Breweries in San Diego: An Insider’s Guide The place you love for beaches, bike paths and seemingly endless summer days is also a Big Kahuna in the beer world. Click through to discover where to lift your glass like a local.
Travel Tips Yoga & Breakfast Routines That Are “Om”-azing It's National Yoga Month and National Breakfast Month. Celebrate by getting to know some of Kimpton's top yogis, who dish how they stretch out and fuel up in the morning.
Entertaining How to Host an Elevated Potluck — So Easy! Football season is back -- and parties should be more than chips and dip. Wow your company with unexpected apps, beyond-ordinary spreads, and lots of cheers. These recipes from Kimpton chefs will up your potluck.
Eat + Drink #WineWednesday: The ONE Wine Everyone Should Know What's the one wine you should bring with you on a dessert island? In other words: What's your go-to wine? Find out in our #WineWednesday video. Watch Video
Destinations Portland Travel Tips: Our Expert Picks Her PDX Favorites Portland, OR, has it all — from gourmet dining to salmon fishing to craft beer to more craft beer. Our PDX insider offers her fave Portland travel tips.
Destinations Our 7 Favorite California Farmers’ Markets Take a bite out of the Golden State at a fabulous farmers' market. Here are our 7 favorite California farmers' markets, one for each day of the week.
Travel Tips Biking Seattle: Pedal Power Rules in the Emerald City Biking Seattle is a safe, efficient way to explore the city. Check out these handy resources from our expert at PUBLIC bikes for the latest on Seattle's two-wheeled revolution.
Eat + Drink Pazzo Ristorante Chef Returns After 15-Year Hiatus Chef Kenny Giambalvo is back at Pazzo Ristorante in Portland, OR. He dishes on his background, his love of Portland, and offers a couple delish recipes to salute the end of summer.
Eat + Drink Bar Star Gets Seriously Playful With Low-Proof Cocktails At Urbana in Washington, D.C., bartender Andrea Tateosian is shaking things up with creative, low-proof cocktails. She talks about the low-ABV trend and offers a recipe of her own.
Eat + Drink Ending Summer on a High Note: 4 Rooftop Lounges From D.C. to San Diego, we have an outdoor lounge perfect for soaking up the season's last golden rays of sun. Check out these 5 rooftop lounges to toast the end of summer.
Eat + Drink #WineWednesday: Sending Wine Back at a Restaurant All eyes at the table are on you as the server pours you a sip of wine. So what happens if you don't like it? We ask one of our experts: When is sending wine back at a restaurant OK? Watch Video
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. Watch Video
Travel Tips 3 Indispensible Resources for Biking With Kids Biking is one thing but biking with kids is another story. PUBLIC Bikes share their top resources on how to safely bike with your family and have fun.
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. Watch Video
Eat + Drink Savor the Flavor of Charm City: Dining in Baltimore Baltimore's culinary circuit is more than just crab cakes and Old Bay seasoning. James Beard Award winning chefs and craft breweries also call it home.
Eat + Drink Sipping in Seattle: 6 Spots for Washington Wine Tasting Washington State has cellars, tasting rooms and wineries galore but where do you start? Hotel Vintage's wine concierge, Lara, has her top picks.
Destinations 6 Under-the-Radar Beaches in California There's beaches and then there's Beaches with a capital "B." Here's our favorite sandy California stretches that are off the beaten path.
Entertaining LGBT Wedding Giveaway at The Brice in Savannah, GA Are you in love? Part of a same-sex couple? In Georgia? Then this might be your lucky day. Find out how to win our fabulous LGBT wedding giveaway at The Brice hotel in Savannah, GA.
Entertaining Think Outside the Cake Box: Alternative Wedding Desserts Tradition has its place, but it doesn't necessarily have to be at your wedding reception. Check out these ideas for alternative wedding desserts, including a recipe for monkey bread.
Travel Tips We Take Hotel Workouts to the Next Level: The 17th Floor Hotel Palomar Chicago has partnered with Shred415 fitness studio for a summer series of hotel workouts that will take you to new heights: The Palomar's view-enhanced 17th-floor terrace.
Eat + Drink Healthy Eats: Summer Superfood Recipes Empty calories and junk food lurk around every corner this time of year. So check out these summer superfood recipes starring some of the season's tastiest ingredients.
Entertaining Simple Summer Recipes to Wow Your Party Guests James Beard Award–winning chef Caprial Pence from Seattle's Bookstore Bar & Café keeps it fresh and easy with these simple summer recipes for your patio party.
Destinations 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.
Kimpton Buzz Kimpton Pride (And Joy) We take Pride seriously at Kimpton. We kicked off SF Pride with a party to support our philanthropic partner, The Trevor Project.
Destinations All Together Now: Group Travel in Santa Barbara, CA From the Santa Ynez Mountains to sandy beaches and all the amazing wine tasting and pampering in between, Santa Barbara is a place to make your own.
Destinations Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City Fuels Your Utah Road Trip Nothing says summer like a good old-fashioned road trip, and fewer places prove a better playground than magnificent Utah.
Destinations 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.
Travel Tips Best Bike Apps for City Biking Whether you’re riding your own wheels or a custom Kimpton PUBLIC bike, a biking app can make your outing better, safer and more fun.
Destinations Fitness Meets Fun at Alexis Hotel in Seattle Break a sweat at Kimpton's Alexis Hotel with a bouldering wall, kettlebells, monkey bars and jump ropes in their new Functional Fitness Room.
Destinations Get to Know The Kimpton Buchanan in San Francisco Located where Japantown, the Fillmore and Pacific Heights intersect, The Buchanan is your San Francisco pied-à-terre.
Eat + Drink Le Citron Fizz: A Sparkling Cocktail Recipe Just in time for the hot weather, check out this recipe for the sparkling, refreshing, fruit-infused Le Citron Fizz cocktail. Look out summer, it's about to get fizzy up in here. Watch Video
Travel Tips Welcoming the Summer Solstice When summer solstice beckons, there's creative ways to celebrate from party-planning to free-spirited street fairs.
Entertaining Palomar DC Event Spaces: Exclusively for Everyone Washington DC is home to lots of fancy private clubs, but you don't have to be a Beltway insider to access our newly renovated Hotel Palomar DC event spaces.
Travel Tips Kimpton Makes Healthy Travel Easy Your health doesn't have to take a holiday when you're on the road. Our inspiring fitness programs make healthy travel part of the guest experience.
Destinations Travel Fitness: Running and Paddling in Pittsburgh If a travel fitness regimen is important to you while you're in the Steel City, Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh has some fun and creative options to keep you moving and eating right.
Entertaining Kimpton’s California LGBT Wedding Destinations From San Diego to San Francisco, from rooftop decks to formal ballrooms, we have an option that's just right for you and your spouse-to-be. #LoveCantWait in the Golden State.
Eat + Drink Q&A: Chef Harper McClure of BRABO Restaurant We get the dish on Chef Harper McClure of BRABO by Robert Wiedmaier restaurant in Alexandria, VA: His style, his mentors, his Iron Chef experience, and his perfect day off.
Eat + Drink #WineWednesday: What’s a Good Summertime Wine? The summer party season is here. Need some help choosing the perfect wine for your picnic or barbecue? Sommelier Philip Lucas has got your back with this month's #WineWednesday. Watch Video
Eat + Drink The Negroni: Classic Cocktail Stands the Test of Time It's Negroni Week, June 1–7 ... have you had your Negroni yet? Our bar star Mike Ryan offers some background — as well as some recipes — for this classic cocktail.
Destinations 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.
Eat + Drink Grilling Tips and Recipes From Our Chefs A few of our chefs offer their best grilling tips, as well as some flame-enhanced recipes. Get fired up for summer.
Eat + Drink A Malört Cocktail Recipe for a Taste of Chicago South Water Kitchen bartender Dan Rook offers a Malört cocktail recipe that takes this iconic Windy City liqueur from bitter to much, much better. Check out the video. Watch Video
Destinations Get Your Motor Running: A California Road Trip Itinerary Our California road trip itinerary highlights the essentials, from San Diego to San Francisco. Plus we're even chipping in for gas with our Hit the Road package.
Kimpton Buzz A Dress for Success Spring-Cleaning Giving your closet a spring-cleaning? Dress for Success will take your unwanted, business-appropriate clothing to outfit women trying to better their lives.
Entertaining Funny Kid Quips in Honor of Mother’s Day Ralph Waldo Emerson said children are all foreigners. So we asked some parents about their little visitors' observations — check out these funny kid quips.
Eat + Drink Pop Star: TD’s Pop Up Restaurant in Portland, OR What could be better than tacos and Tequila served outdoors alongside a scenic river? Chef Tom Dunklin of Three Degrees restaurant kicks summer off with the return of TD's Pop Up.
Eat + Drink #WineWednesday: What Wines Go With Artichokes? Our Master Sommelier Emily Wines gets to the heart of the matter with this month's #WineWednesday video: What wines go with artichokes? Turns out it's a prickly question. Watch Video
Entertaining 5 Tequilas to Try in Honor of Cinco de Mayo ¡Viva Tequila! Our bar star Mike Ryan offers some spirited advice about which Tequilas to try this Cinco de Mayo. Plus a little historical background on the holiday itself.
Eat + Drink A Yummy Fish Taco Recipe for Cinco de Mayo Chef Derek Simcik of Outpost restaurant in Santa Barbara, CA, shares his beer-battered, sriracha-infused fish taco recipe, just in time for Cinco de Mayo. ¡Buen provecho!
Eat + Drink A Strozzapreti Recipe From Chef Luca Corazzina Chef Luca Corazzina of 312 Chicago restaurant offers an easy video lesson on how to prepare his strozzapreti recipe. It's knockout gnocchi straight from the Old Country. Watch Video
Eat + Drink Our Chef-Recommended, Must-Have Gifts for Cooks Looking for the perfect present for the kitchen wizard in your life? We asked a few of our chefs for their must-have gifts for cooks.
