– Jhumpa Lahiri in The Namesake
But sometimes you want to move, to see for yourself the places and spaces, sights and sounds that inspired the books you love. That’s what TripLit is all about.
We put a whole lot of stock in the power of stories to shape the way you see the world. We believe books can illuminate the place you are, as well as take you where you’ve never been before.
TripLit is all about placing you into your own story. Whether it’s a Dinner, Day Trip, Reader’s Retreat, or Long Weekend Trip, these escapes are about wading deep into the literature that comes from and enriches life.
This spring, TripLit heads to Lexington, KY for a fabulous long weekend of good books, fast horses, strong bourbon, and the kinds of conversations you can only have around a long dinner table set with old friends and new. We hope you’ll plan to join us in bluegrass country!
THE BOOKS:
The Bookwoman of Traveling Creek, by Kim Michelle Richardson
Bourbon Empire: The Past and Future of America’s Whiskey, by Reid Mitenbuler
Whiskey and Ribbons, by Leesa Cross-Smith
Just A Few Miles South: Timeless Recipes from Our Favorite Places, by Ouita Michel
THE STAY:
21C Museum Hotel Lexington
Single and Double Rooms available
THE FUN:
Dinner with author Kim Michelle Richardson to discuss the Kentucky roots of her novels
A guided tour and tasting at Woodford Reserve Distillery
A day at Keeneland betting on the ponies
Outdoor brunch at Holly Hill, Ouita Michel’s flagship restaurant
THE DETAILS:
TripLit provides hotel, meals (excepting Saturday night dinner), books, tickets, fees and transportation in and around Lexington. All you need to do is show up. We do recommend you are prepared to walk a half mile several times a day. If not, be prepared to bring and use your car.
$3950 single || $3250 double
Deposit is half the trip fee
7:30 am – 7:00 pm
7:30 am – 9:00 pm
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
