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May 2016 – Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, the leading boutique hotel company, invites British travellers to get 'off the beaten track' and discover some of the USA's best hidden gems.

With hotels in the lesser discovered but vibrant cities of Portland, Milwaukee and Pittsburgh, known for their cutting edge food, fashion and lifestyle outlook, Kimpton's unique and locally inspired services are designed to make it easier for visitors to explore the best and most authentic side of the destination.

The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel, Milwaukee
The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel, Kimpton's first hotel in Milwaukee, opens its doors in summer 2016. The Journeyman is located in the popular historic Third Ward neighbourhood in downtown Milwaukee. With an emerging culinary scene, renowned art galleries and the world-famous Summerfest music festival, Milwaukee's Third Ward has something for everyone.

Be one of the first to stay and you might receive a complimentary locally produced leather backpack (on a first-come, first-serve basis), complete with tailored itineraries for guests who want a 'journey' around the city. The itineraries highlight the latest hot spots in the local area and will be specifically tailored to the length of the guests' stay. Guests will also have the option to fill their backpacks with seasonal provisions from The Journeyman's on-site restaurant, Tre Rivali, to take with them on their journey of discovery.

The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel is now accepting reservations for stays starting 1 July 2016. Five nights' room only accommodation in a Deluxe Guestroom with one King Bed starts from $1,514 (approx. £1,048) per couple, based on travel from 1 July 2016. For more information and to book, visit: www.journeymanhotel.com

Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel, Portland
This uniquely-situated waterfront hotel offers guests the best of both worlds: easy access to Portland's downtown core combined with the feeling of a lodge-like retreat. Taking advantage of the many recreational options just outside its doors, from kayaking and paddle boarding to urban hiking and sailing, Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel has its own 'Adventure Concierge'. Available in the lobby roughly five days a week, the adventure concierge specialises in recreational activities and can help adventure minded guests find and book the right activity for their group. 

As part of its summer programming, RiverPlace is also launching Fly Fish Fridays. The hotel's assistant general manager, an avid fly fisherman, will lead a weekly tutorial that instructs guests on how to properly cast a reel and tie lures on dry land! Once guests have enjoyed the complimentary class, the adventure concierge can book them on fly fishing expeditions to nearby waterways to put all their practice to good work.

Five nights' room only accommodation in a Courtyard King Deluxe Room 1 King Bed at Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel starts from $1,575 (approx. £1,090) per couple, based on travel from 1 July 2016. For more information and to book, visit: www.riverplacehotel.com 

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh is putting an active spin on the typical urban city break. Explore the best of Pittsburgh on two wheels as the hotel offers use of their PUBLIC Bikes free of charge during the guests' entire stay. Whilst out and about, visitors can picnic at a scenic spot by the river, indulge in the local cafes and restaurants or visit the National Aviary, which is an easy 1.5 mile ride away. 

Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh also hosts Moonlight Mondays, a weekly evening event which invites guests and locals to roll out their yoga mats and participate in a complimentary all levels yoga class led by local studio Inhale Pittsburgh. The class is held on the hotel's ninth floor Rialto rooftop with the glittering lights of downtown Pittsburgh creating the perfect backdrop. 

Five nights' room only accommodation in a Deluxe King Room at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh starts from $1,321 (approx. £915) per couple, based on travel from 1 July 2016. For more information and to book, visit: www.monaco-pittsburgh.com

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For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com

Image Captions:
Image 1: A sunny Portland view. Image courtesy of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.
Image 2: A guestroom at The Kimpton Journeyman Hotel in Milwaukee. Image courtesy of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.
Image 3: Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel in Portland. Image courtesy of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.
Image 4: Complimentary yoga classes are offered on the rooftop of Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh. Image courtesy of Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. 

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ABOUT KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a leading collection of boutique hotels and restaurants and the acknowledged industry pioneer that first introduced the boutique hotel concept to the United States. In 1981, Bill Kimpton founded the company that today is renowned for making travellers feel genuinely cared for through thoughtful perks and amenities, bold, playful design and a sincerely personal style of guest service. Out to help people live full, balanced lives, Kimpton aims to inspire with touches like yoga mats in every room, complimentary coffee and tea to start the day, hosted evening Wine Hour, in-room fitness programming and complimentary bike rentals. The award-winning restaurants and bars are led by talented chefs and bartenders that offer guests a chance to dine like a local.

Kimpton is consistently ranked as one of the top companies in the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, Upper Upscale Segment, for Customer Satisfaction. The company is highly-regarded for its innovative employee culture and benefits and has been named a FORTUNE magazine “Best Place to Work” seven times since 2009. Kimpton is continuously growing and currently operates over 60 hotels and 70 plus restaurants, bars and lounges in 30 U.S. cities. In January 2015, Kimpton was welcomed into the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) family of hotel brands, bringing together two special cultures and sets of values to create the world's largest boutique hotel business. For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com.