Kimpton Hotels is bringing a bold new trend to U.S. travelers. The luxury hotel brand, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, has teamed up with Tiny Zaps, a trendy tattoo studio famous for its small, meaningful designs. Together, they’re launching pop-up tattoo events at select Kimpton locations across the country.
Starting in April, guests aged 18 and up can get inked with exclusive, city-inspired tattoos. Each design reflects the local culture of the host city. For example, New York’s tattoos draw from the Theater District, while New Orleans’ designs celebrate Bourbon Street. The events will run monthly through June.
Tattourism—combining travel with tattoos—isn’t new. Sailors once marked their journeys with ink. Now, Gen-Z and Millennials are embracing the trend, choosing permanent souvenirs over typical keepsakes. Tiny Zaps’ skilled artists will offer these limited-edition tattoos at five Kimpton hotels:
Kimpton Theta New York – Times Square (NY): April 18, May 23, June 20
Kimpton Hotel Monaco (Washington, D.C.): April 5, May 17, June 7
Kimpton Everly Hotel (Los Angeles, CA): April 23, May 29, June 26
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot (New Orleans, LA): April 10, May 15, June 12
Kimpton Aertson Hotel (Nashville, TN): April 12, May 2, June 28
This partnership gives travelers a unique way to remember their trips—with a tattoo that tells a story. Whether it’s a tiny symbol or a bold design, guests can carry a piece of their journey forever.
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