Summer programming will come to life through
seasonal menus, music, decor and bespoke guest experiences across
IHG properties in the Americas
ATLANTA, May 16, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- IHG Hotels & Resorts announced today the
launch of Summer Soiree, a new seasonal and experiential series
taking place across its luxury and lifestyle hotels in the Americas
from June 1 to September 2. Hotels in
the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels &
Restaurants, Vignette Collection and Hotel Indigo brands will
transport summer seekers to a dreamy escape inspired by the feeling
of warm summer days and long summer nights. Experiences are brought
to life through multi-sensory offerings and programming, lavish
decor thick with hyperreal botanicals and greenery, a perfectly
curated IHG Summer Soiree playlist and expertly crafted culinary
and cocktail menus.
"Our IHG luxury and lifestyle hotels are known for their
inspired and experiential programming that brings people together,"
said Kathleen Reidenbach, Senior
Vice President, Marketing & Commercial, Luxury & Lifestyle
Americas at IHG Hotels & Resorts. "This summer, we are
embracing the vibe and essence of the season to bring our vision of
a summer oasis to life in our lobbies and beyond, inviting
travelers to immerse in the unforgettable feelings of the
season."
Summer Soiree Pop-Ups
In partnership with
Barcelona-based atelier Wanda
Barcelona, IHG is introducing uniquely designed floral
pop-ups at six select hotels across North
America including InterContinental The Willard Washington
DC, InterContinental Presidente Mexico City, Kimpton EPIC Hotel in
Miami, Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs
Hotel, Yours Truly DC, Vignette Collection and Hotel Indigo Atlanta
Downtown. These one-of-a-kind, larger-than-life installations will
embody the aesthetic and feel of a garden with bookable experiences
for guests to enjoy. The floral structures will frame an
interactive and inviting lobby bar and feature lush greenery and
decor, botanical cocktails and zero-proof elixirs as well as plates
highlighting fresh seasonal ingredients designed by in-house chefs
and bartenders for guests to indulge while relaxing in the
space.
For those looking to gather in larger groups, Summer Soiree
comes to life at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and
InterContinental San Francisco
with furnishings and floral decor inspired by Wanda Barcelona that bring the essence of summer
into the hotels' meetings and events spaces. Guests will enjoy
vinyl listening stations, interactive art and pop-up beverage carts
while curated catering menus enhance gathering spaces for a truly
unforgettable event.
Summer Soiree Programming
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
- Club InterContinental: Club InterContinental lounges at
select hotels will be designed with lush botanical elements
including florals and greenery that set the scene for an elegant
and sophisticated summer experience. Live music in the evenings,
vinyl listening stations and Lo-Fi High Tea add additional
touchpoints for guests to immerse themselves in the sounds and
tastes of summer.
- In-Room Summer Camp-Out: For guests traveling with
children, InterContinental New York Barclay will have a campfire
playset and a kid's smores amenity perfect for bringing the
outdoors in-room while InterContinental New York Times Square will
feature a kid-sized pop-up-tent and a summer activity.
- LoveShackFancy Pop-Up: InterContinental San Diego will partner with retailer
LoveShackFancy to bring an outdoor summer pop-up to life at the
rooftop bar, Layover. The pop-up will feature seasonally themed
menu items for guests to enjoy while they browse the fashion
collection.
- Canadian Summer: At InterContinental Toronto Centre
guests will be welcomed into a sun-soaked setting adorned with
summer-inspired décor, refreshing beverages and a HAKADA Beauty
pop-up that will take place in the hotel's lobby.
- Surprise + Delight: IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite
members will enjoy additional in-room amenities and perks like
Summer Soiree-inspired snacks and beverages, in-room botanicals and
elevated summer turndown services including soothing skincare and
luxury hydration including sparkling water, citrus water and herbal
tea.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
- Off the Record: Kimpton is bringing back its beloved
intimate concert series, Kimpton Off
the Record sponsored by Coca-Cola, this summer. Serving as the
official kick-off to Summer Soiree, Kimpton EPIC Hotel in
Miami will host an Off the Record
event on June 12, featuring DRAMA and
benefitting Kimpton's nonprofit partner, National Urban League.
Guests can follow Kimpton on social media for a chance to win
tickets. Additional Off the Record events will be hosted at select
Kimpton hotels later this year, including Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs on Aug. 23 to close out the Summer Soiree
campaign.
- Culinary + Cocktail: Summer will come alive through
seasonal food and beverage menus, informed by Kimpton's 2024
Culinary & Cocktail Trend Report, available in Kimpton
restaurants and bars. For example, guests at properties including
Kimpton Everly Hotel, Kimpton Palladian Hotel and Kimpton Pittman
Hotel can enjoy a "Spill the Tea" high tea menu perfect for a
summer garden party through June
30.
- Secret Social Password: Kimpton's latest Secret Social
Password - Good for the Sol - gives guests checking in
summer-themed surprises and perks, like a complimentary round of
botanical cocktails at the bar or a room upgrade upon arrival.
- Summer Camp Fun: Families can keep their little ones
entertained by bringing the thrill of summer camp to life at
Kimpton Hotel Theta and Kimpton The Forum Hotel with pop-up tents,
cozy blankets and pillows, kids' activities and sugar-free
beverages.
- Sky High: Kimpton Canary Hotel will host a series of
rooftop events centered around the vibes of summer, featuring a DJ
to curate beautiful and memorable sundown sessions, and Kimpton
Armory Hotel will feature a Garden Spritz theme at the hotel's
rooftop pool with a DJ on the terrace every Thursday night for
garden spin parties.
Hotel Indigo
- Menus Inspired by Nature: This summer, nature is Hotel
Indigo's menu muse, featuring infused bites and beverages with
various seasonal herbs, flora and fruits including a curated white
wine cheese board with in-season stone fruits and vibrant
herbaceous cocktails, available across participating properties.
Hotel Indigo Tallahassee Collegetown, Hotel Indigo Del Mar and Hotel Indigo Downtown Los
Angeles will also feature specialty summer items including Tasting
Tuesday and Signo Sunday afternoons
for guests to experience.
- H.A.G.S: Reminiscent of the days of signing classmates'
yearbooks with "have a good summer," participating Hotel Indigo
hotels will shorten the distance between guests and those they hold
dear with a complimentary postcard station complete with
pre-stamped bespoke cards.
- Long Summer Nights: Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown will
offer guests the chance to experience an array of music and
entertainment in the property's courtyard.
- Dog Days of Summer: A little something for man's best
friend. Select Hotel Indigo properties including Hotel Indigo
Columbus Architectural Center and Hotel Indigo Del Mar will host doggy meet-ups complete
with pup cups, pet artists and photo booths. Hotel Indigo Columbus
Architectural Center will also host a monthly 'Canines and
Cocktails' event that allows guests to bring their pets and enjoy
live music, hosted by the property's 'Furry Ambassador' Tripp.
Vignette Collection
- Ultimate Summer Escape: On the patio behind Yours Truly
DC's Mercy Me restaurant, guests will be transported to the
"Tropicalia Cocktail Garden." The immersive pop-up space will be
adorned with lush tropical plants and feature a blend of cocktails
and dishes celebrating signature summer flavors and South American
influences. Cocktails will spotlight South American spirits like
pisco and matacuy in the Lama De Lima drink and flor de
Jamaica in the Tropicalia
Spritz.
- The Tropicalia Cocktail Garden will host live, local analog DJs
on Friday and Saturday nights and limited chef collaborations on
Sunday evenings.
Travelers can kick their summer plans off with IHG's annual
Summer Sale, with bookings available
through May 21 for dates of stay
through September 2. IHG One Rewards
members qualify for 25% off their bookings with 20% off for the
general public. Discounts will be applied at checkout when booking
and terms and conditions apply.
For more information about IHG's Summer Soiree campaign, visit
here or download the IHG One Rewards mobile app to further explore
IHG's luxury and lifestyle destinations and special pricing for
members.
About IHG Hotels & Resorts
IHG Hotels & Resorts [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a
global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True
Hospitality for Good.
With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the
world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,300 open
hotels in more than 100 countries, and a development pipeline of
over 2,000 properties.
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