Kimpton's EPIC Hotel, Miami and Village of Merrick Park, Coral Gables' premier luxury lifestyle center and retail destination, have teamed up to offer international travelers a distinctive Miami experience that is high on style, value and the latest trends for the holiday season.

Known for its unparalleled guest and service that lives up to its name, EPIC is providing guests with exclusive perks in honor of the holiday season. Located in the heart of Miami's chic downtown scene, EPIC is offering stylish savings to those seeking a winter escape in one of the most fashion-forward cities in the world.  

EPIC's fashionable 'Shop and Stay' holiday package offers the ultimate combination of luxury relaxation and retail therapy. With the hotel's magnificent views overlooking Biscayne Bay, visitors will be mesmerized by Miami's scenic city skyline. With rates starting at $200, the 'Shop and Stay' package includes:

• 15 percent off a two-night stay
• 20 percent off a three- or more night stay
• Two round-trip transfers to Village of Merrick Park
• $200 Village of Merrick Park gift card
• A personal shopping experience at Neiman Marcus at Village of Merrick Park
• Village of Merrick Park goodie bag at turn-down

To book the 'Shop and Stay' holiday package at EPIC, please call (866) 760-3742 or (305) 424-5226 or visit EPIC's website and use booking code SHOPMI.The package is available for booking now and travel through December 27, 2013. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply. To stay up-to-date on the latest news and travel deals, become a fan of the EPIC Facebook page by visiting www.facebook.com/EPICHotel or follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest @KimptonInFL. 

ABOUT KIMPTON'S EPIC HOTEL

A member of the award-winning San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, EPIC - voted among the Top 20 Hotels in Florida on Condé Nast Traveler's Reader's Choice list for the last three consecutive years, a Top 30 Hotel in the U.S. in Celebrated Living's 2013 Platinum List, a 2013 TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence winner, a Gold List recipient of World's Best Places To Stay in 2012 and Best Miami Accommodations by Porthole Magazine in 2012 - 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. Located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay, EPIC's 411 rooms and suites are artfully designed by Cheryl Rowley, with furnishings that convey an understated sense of cool and 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 and famed ZUMA, an internationally acclaimed restaurant offering a sophisticated cuisine philosophy inspired by the informal Japanese dining style called Izakaya; a spa and fitness center operated by Exhale, featuring a full array of innovative spa therapies, wellness options and transformational mind body fitness experiences; 50,000 sq. ft. of meeting and event space; and a private marina. For more information on EPIC and/or reservations, please call (866)760-3742 or (305) 424-5226 or visit www.epichotel.com.

ABOUT KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS

San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the leading collection of boutique hotels and restaurants in the United States and the acknowledged industry pioneer that first introduced the boutique hotel concept to America. In 1981, Bill Kimpton founded the company that today is renowned for making travelers feel genuinely cared for while away from home through thoughtful perks and amenities, distinctive design that tells a story and inspires a sense of fun at each hotel 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 also leads the hospitality industry in eco-friendly practices that span all hotels and restaurants, and 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" four times since 2009. Kimpton is continuously growing and currently operates 60 hotels and nearly 70 restaurants, bars and lounges in 26 cities. For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com and www.KimptonRestaurants.com.

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