While travel bucket lists may be on hold for some of us right now, discovering new places, cultures and people through the pages of a book is still filled with the promise of pleasure and escape. Book buying grew by up to 400% week on week at some points during the pandemic, as many rediscovered the joy of reading as escapism and mindfulness. For those who are ready to travel, the thought of a sun lounger or hammock accompanied by a great read is one of many reasons to book a trip.

Kimpton Book Club invites travellers to explore the fascinating cities where some Kimpton hotels are found through stories new and old, inspired by or set in these favourite and bucket list destinations. Titles are by classic and modern writers, novelists and poets; those who are natives of the city or visitors showing it through fresh eyes; sharing snapshots of the day-to-day, their version of historic events, or telling personal tales against a backdrop of that place. Specially curated reading lists mean you can explore Edinburgh through the story of Dexter and Emma in David Nicholl’s 2009 novel One Day or consider Tokyo with the poetic recollections of Yayoi Kusama in Every Day I Pray for Love. Why not travel to Bangkok through the pages of a recipe book?

Kimpton Book Club

The all-villa Kimpton Naranta Bali will open later this year to enable human connection alongside coastal luxury and famed Balinese warmth and service. The resort sits on the south eastern corner of the island, alongside Nusa Dua beach and is cradled in unspoiled nature and embraces a free-spirited design with winding paths leading adventure-seeking guests to spectacular hilltop vantage points, alive with sculptures at every turn. 50 villas blend contemporary design, rich textures and earthy tones with traditional accents and a luxurious patina, completed with a private saltwater pool and an outdoor bale to while the day away.

Kimpton is also encouraging reconnecting through the Kimpton Book Club for those separated by current travel restrictions. Friends and family can explore the world together through the curated reading list of fiction and non-fiction titles available in local bookstores or downloadable as an e-book in multiple languages.

Kimpton service is driven by heartfelt human connection, with every detail thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered so that guest experiences remain personal, unscripted and meaningful. Share your #KimptonBookClub moments on social.