Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, renowned for its collection of stylish and intimate hotels, is setting its sights on the captivating city of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Slated to open in early summer 2024, Kimpton Las Mercedes promises to be a haven for discerning travelers seeking a unique blend of history, modern luxury, and vibrant culture. A Unique Partnership for a Historic Setting Marking Kimpton's debut in the Dominican Republic, Kimpton Las Mercedes is a captivating project that embodies a unique collaboration. Owned by Megeve Investment Office S.A.S and operated by Iberostar Group, the hotel signifies the first operational partnership between Kimpton and Iberostar. This collaboration, while separate from the existing strategic alliance between IHG Hotels & Resorts and Iberostar, underscores the exciting possibilities that can arise from such partnerships. Kimpton Las Mercedes Nestled within the heart of Santo Domingo's Colonial City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kimpton Las Mercedes finds itself steeped in rich history. The hotel is housed within a meticulously restored 16th-century structure, thoughtfully revitalized by award-winning architect Rafael Moneo. This restoration project honors the building's heritage by preserving and repurposing original materials wherever possible. A modern addition seamlessly blends with the historical structure, creating a harmonious balance between past and present. A Haven of Sophisticated Comfort Kimpton Las Mercedes offers guests an intimate experience with only 130 guest rooms, including eight expansive rooftop suites. Each room is designed to capture the essence of Santo Domingo, featuring vibrant design elements handcrafted by local artisans and craftsmen. Many rooms boast private balconies, allowing guests to embrace the city's signature indoor-outdoor living style. Beyond the stylish guest rooms, the hotel offers a variety of amenities that cater to the modern traveler: Rooftop Pool: Take a refreshing dip and soak up the Caribbean sun at the hotel's stunning rooftop pool. Fitness Center: Maintain your workout routine during your stay with access to the well-equipped fitness center. Locally-Sourced Cigar and Rum Lounge: Unwind and savor the flavors of the Dominican Republic at this unique lounge, featuring a fascinating 500-year-old well unearthed during the hotel's renovation. Mulit-Use Event Spaces: Host meetings, conferences, or social gatherings in the hotel's versatile event spaces, including the Jose Marti Ballroom, ideal for weddings or business functions. Culinary Delights Await Kimpton Las Mercedes is a haven for gourmands, boasting a selection of unique restaurants and bars that tantalize the taste buds. Zola: This signature restaurant, featuring a retractable roof for al fresco dining, offers a delectable fusion of Northern Italian fare and local Dominican ingredients. Guests can indulge in an extensive array of aperitivos, tableside cocktails, and a curated selection of old-world wines. El Patio: Escape the hustle and bustle and find solace in El Patio, a hidden courtyard garden bar and lounge. This idyllic setting invites guests to savor a selection of snacks and refreshing beverages amidst preserved oak and mango trees. These are just a few of the culinary experiences awaiting guests at Kimpton Las Mercedes. The hotel is committed to providing a variety of options to cater to all palates and preferences. Unforgettable Experiences Beyond the Hotel Walls Kimpton Las Mercedes serves as the perfect launching pad for exploring the vibrant city of Santo Domingo. Founded in 1498, Santo Domingo is the oldest city in the Caribbean and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. A treasure trove of history, the city boasts charming cobblestone streets, centuries-old architecture, and a thriving arts scene. Here's a glimpse of what awaits you beyond the hotel's doorstep: Explore the Historic Colonial City: Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Santo Domingo's past by wandering through the historic Colonial City, a maze of charming streets and architectural gems. Delve into the Local Art Scene: Santo Domingo is a haven for art lovers, with a vibrant contemporary art scene and numerous galleries showcasing local talent. Experience the Nightlife: Immerse yourself in Santo Domingo's electrifying nightlife, with a variety of bars and clubs catering to all tastes. Seek Tranquility at Hidden Waterfalls: Escape the city and discover the hidden beauty of Santo Domingo's surrounding natural landscape, featuring cascading waterfalls and lush greenery. Relax on Pristine Beaches: The Dominican Republic is renowned for its stunning beaches, and Santo Domingo offers easy access to stretches of soft, white sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters.

Someday, somecity, some old architecture #architecture #architecturephotography #city #trainstation #daylife #urban #urbanphotography #colonial #colonialarchitecture #travelphotography #travelblog #travelgram #travelblogger #sky #landscapes #people #oldcity #colonialcity #photography #street #shophouse #cityscape #citylife #oldtrainstation (at Stasiun Tugu-Yogyakarta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfImiPdLMFD/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Quito, patrimonio de la humanidad

Quito, cuna de historia y tradición, Centro colonial que roba el corazón. Cautiva con sus calles empedradas, Ecos de alianzas incas y españolas abrazadas. Un patrimonio cultural que brilla sin igual, Tesoro andino, orgullo nacional.

#QuitoHistórico #PatrimonioCultural #CiudadColonial #EcuadorInmortal #AlianzaIncaEspañola

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Quito, cradle of history and tradition, Colonial center that captures the heart's vision. Charmed by its cobblestone streets, Echoes of Incan and Spanish alliance beats. A cultural heritage shining bright, Andean treasure, national pride in sight.

#HistoricQuito #CulturalHeritage #ColonialCity #EternalEcuador #IncaSpanishAlliance

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Located in the Causses du Quercy Regional Park and a short distance from the Dordogne Valley, is Rocamador or Rocamadour (in Occitan Ròc Amador), a French town and commune located in the Lot department, in the Midi-Pyrenees region. The view from Hospitalet, erected on the Alzou ravine, from where you can see the houses built on the rock, the castles and churches, is truly impressive, crossed by a single street topped by fortified gates.

To access the place you can take a small train or the elevators and there are not a few pilgrims who ascend the stairs on their knees and provide themselves with the sportelle, a pilgrim badge. The various sanctuaries arranged around the esplanade form a city to which since the 12th century pilgrims have come to honor and raise their prayers to Notre Dame de Rocamadour, the Black Virgin that houses the Notre Dame chapel.

The visit of the place allows you to appreciate its walls, mills, fountains, stone walls and all the traditional rural architecture, as well as being able to access the Lacave cave, the Cave of Wonders and the Padirac Abyss. There are many attractions that Rocamadour offers, both in the city and in the surroundings, such as the Monkey Forest, the Magic of the Railway, the Peñón de las Águilas, the Casa de las Abejas, the Old Toy Museum, and the night show «tell me, Falco».

At ease and calm, dissing the hustle. Life enters your eyes while I'm photographing everything. Don't let it fade. Let's take our time, while going back in time, together.

Colonial. . . . #sanmigueldeallende #sma #guanajuato #gto #sanmiguel #colores #colonialcity #colonial #colors #mexico_maravilloso #mexicansky #mexico #skyline #sky #mex #travel #visitmexico #vscocam #vsco #likeforlike #likesforlikes #like4like #likes4likes #likeme #red #photoofthedays #instagood (en San Miguel de Allende El corazón de México) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0_6EUmBm81/?igshid=1vicklxlxqlys

Weekend #beach trip! But first a quick stop in #Antigua to change buses! #latergram #guatemala #somanybuses #lunchbreak #colonialcity (at Antigua Guatemala La ciudad Colonial) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqvOoPqnimr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lsemw52gtopx

Galle Vibes

Explore everything about the colonial city- Galle with Truly Sri Lanka

Guatemala La Antigua Ciudad Colonial #colonial #fortress #guatemala #architecture #colonialarchitecture #travel #fortresses #guategram #colonialhouse #guatemalacity #photography #explorandoguatemala #zonacolonial #fortresswall #visitguatemala #fortresshill #guate #teamfortress #guatemalan #colonialcity #antiguaguatemala I took the photo on the occasion of my visit to Guatemala to attend a Shiatsu Congress Tomé la foto con ocasión de mi visita a Guatemala para asistir a un Congreso de Shiatsu (en Guatemala) https://www.instagram.com/p/CL70mSVp74n/?igshid=bk76mndqwxd2

. . . . Ted Cruz chose the wrong time to jet off to Mexico, yes, but jetting off to Mexico is still a great idea—- Try San Miguel de Allende and I will personally take great care of you, your Pod of Covid-free family members, and friends at one of our luxury properties. We specialize in hosting small groups in spacious home settings, and small weddings, or wedding pods. We can arrange a luxurious, practically contact-free experience, have food brought in, and arrange specialized local travel, exercise, massage, and activities so you will be safe and sound—and in an amazing Mexican hill town far away from the crowds. Flights arrive nearby from the US and the prices are right for mid-winter travel. And when things get more travel-friendly we will welcome the luxury wedding parties and special events we are known for. Contact: [email protected] and we can talk through your needs. www.casaschuck.com . . . . . photo credit: @marcvdaa . . . . . #americanairlines #deltaairlines #sanmigueldeallende #smallhotelsoftheworld #explorations #adventure #traveltherapy #luxurytravel #boutiquehotel #smallluxuryhotelsoftheworld #joinourfamily #casaschuckboutiquehotel #sanmiguelexperience #sanmiguelweddings #bestcityintheworld #unescosite #guanajuato #magicalcity #colonialcity #artcity #mountaincity #bestkeptsecret (at San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLrlWTiAKq2/?igshid=x8idnifhtrua

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Working out is not about losing weight or anything! At this point u have to be mentally strong on what’s going on globally🌍 Train ur mind to the best as u can be out there💪 Work ur plan & plan ur work😌💪 #run #mentalhealthawareness #mentalstrength #workout #running #workyourplan #planyourwork #training #mentaltraining #newnormal #runmexico #colonialcity #consistent #consitency #spartan #spartanrace #twc #trifecta #pt #athlete #spartanathlete 💪❤️🏋️‍♀️🤸 https://www.instagram.com/p/CHE4DniJGyS/?igshid=1erjzbjj9esbk

Who wants to dine indoors in this heat? - in Campeche, Mexico.

SMA. . . . #sanmiguel #sanmigueldeallende #vscofilter #vscocam #vsco #vscomex #vscophoto #likesforlikes #likeforlike #like4likes #likes4likes #mexicansky #skyline #colores #colonialcity #colonial #mexico #mexiger #guanajuato #gto #architecture #church #arquitectura #sky #mexigers #sma #mexico_maravilloso (en San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato) https://www.instagram.com/p/B089ANahVus/?igshid=1ctnllipn9141

No white clouds ☁️ floating in the blue💙 sky. . . . . . #clouds #nowhiteclouds #bluesky #colors #oldstreet #oldhouses #roof #yellow #pink #green #stonestreet #olddoors #colonialcity #trinidadstreets #trinidadcity #trinidadcuba #cuba #love #oldtownroad #beautifulday #picoftheday #photographer #photo #hdrpic #iphonepics #iphoneshot #iphonepicslovers (en Trinidad, Cuba) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9TI90ZpXSY/?igshid=bn6noytaprvf