Miami, Florida (July 8, 2009) – Kimpton’s new EPIC in downtown Miami hosted an elaborate reception for VISIT FLORIDA’s presentation of the new Florida Spanish Heritage Trail Guide and VIVA FLORIDA website (www.VivaFlorida.org) on June 23, 2009. The event, which took place in the hotel’s Metropolis Ballroom, celebrated Florida’s rich Spanish Colonial history and culture and marked the start of a new chapter in the state’s relationship with Spain, emphasizing future opportunities in tourism, trade, economic development, education and cultural exchange.
In attendance (as pictured above from L to R), were Emilio Sanchez, President of Spain-Florida Foundation 500Years; Chris Thompson, President and CEO of VISIT FLORIDA; Santiago Cabanas Ansorena, Consul General of Spain, Miami; and Eric Jellson, Area Director of Sales and Marketing, EPIC, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants.
Managed by Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, EPIC is located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, and combines the timeless style of a cosmopolitan boutique hotel with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated recreation oasis for guests amidst the energy and pulse of Miami. EPIC is located just short distance from area beaches, local shopping districts, and a thriving arts and culture scene, with many museums, restaurants, shops and theaters within walking distance.
EPIC is located at 270 Biscayne Blvd Way. For more information or reservations, please call (866) 760-3742 or (305) 424-5226 or visit www.epichotel.com.
ABOUT EPIC
A member of the award-winning San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, EPIC is located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, and combines the style of a cosmopolitan boutique hotel with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated oasis for guests amidst the energy and pulse of Miami. The hotel’s 411 rooms and suites are artfully designed by Cheryl Rowley, with furnishings that convey an understated sense of cool, and all feature private balconies that provide inspiring views of the city and bay. Hotel offerings include a 13,752-square-foot wrap-around pool deck with private cabanas; Area 31 restaurant, offering premium seafood with a Mediterranean influence; a spa and fitness center operated by Exhale; River Lounge, a new waterfront lounge that opened in March 2009; 11,000 square feet of indoor meeting and event space; and a private marina.
ABOUT KIMPTON
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US and Canada, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. Founded in 1981 by Bill Kimpton, the company is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through intuitive and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and having a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Each hotel provides a range of exciting culinary experiences through locally-loved, top-rated, destination, chef-driven restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare programs that span all hotels and restaurants. Privately held Kimpton has consistently earned high customer satisfaction scores by the Market Metrix Hospitality Index, exceeding other hotel companies including those in luxury and upscale segments. Among the company’s newest properties are Hotel Palomar Atlanta and restaurants Pacci Ristorante by Chef Keira Moritz and AltoRex lounge in Atlanta, GA, which opened in May 2009. Currently, projects are underway in New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Chicago. For more information, please visit www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON.
