THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND

4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, Florida 32034 USA
Phone:  +1 (904) 277-1100   •  Map & Directions
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Calendar of Events



Anticipate the possibilities that each new day brings. Fill your days and nights with excursions, themed events, fine dining and more. Indulge in as much or as little as you please. The choice is yours.



 
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Golf and Tennis Summer Camps
June 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 2013
Children, ages 8 – 15, gain new tennis and golf skills with PGA and USTPR instructors.

Weekly camps focus on instruction, drills and game play fundamentals. Full day campof golf and tennis or half day of either sport.

BMW 2013 Driving Experience
Hotel guests can take a complimentary test drive in brand new BMW models for up to three hours during the day or take a cruise to dinner in 2013 models including the X5xDr50i, 335i Cv, 550i, 535i GT, 640i Cv, 650i GC and 750Li. Stop by The Lobby Lounge Kiosk to reserve the model of your choice through July 7.

Cocktails from Scratch
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Learn the art of creating classic cocktails. 

Complimentary
Eight Burger Bar and Sports Lounge

Café 4750 Endless Friday Seafood Buffet
Fridays, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand, an all-you-can eat, bountiful Seafood selection including grilled lobster tails, Amelia Island clam chowder, Mayport shrimp cocktail, oysters on half shell, grilled local vegetables, salads, pasta with steamed clams and mussels, Maryland crab cakes, oysters and from the grill – filet of beef, pork, chicken and local fish. The finale is a delectable dessert bar featuring – strawberry shortcake, pecan pie, red velvet cake, chocolate mousse cake and much more. Price $62 per adult and $18 children under 11

Reserve

Meet Amelia
Wednesdays, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Meet the Resort’s mascot, a friendly and engaging blue and gold macaw. 

Main Lobby

Chefs Beach Cookout
Saturdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (weather permitting)
Create lasting memories with a summertime beach dinner. Featuring a selection of salads, ceviche, grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and local fish, roasted oysters, with selection of chips, cheese tray, fresh fruit and S’mores. Linger with a beverage while the kids play beach games. Price $38 per adult and $18 children 5-12

Behind the Scenes Tour
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Take a culinary tour with a Ritz-Carlton Chef.

Farm to Bar
Saturdays, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Learn to create cocktails from the freshest ingredients provided by local farmers.

Complimentary
Café Terrace

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Red, White and The Deep Blue Celebration
Thursday, July 4, 2013, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., Ocean Front Lawn
Celebrate Independence Day with a lavish All-American Barbecue over looking the dunes and ocean. The evening’s activities include a bounce house, crab races and music by Southern rock band, The Bama Gamblers. Front row seats for fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Includes barbeque, draft beer, soft drinks and service charge. Reservations requested. Price: $89 per adult and $25 children 5-12

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Request
 
Golf and Tennis Summer Camps
July 8-12, 15-19, 22-26, 29 – August 2, 2013
Children, ages 8 – 15, gain new tennis and golf skills with PGA and USTPR instructors.

Weekly camps focus on instruction, drills and game play fundamentals. Full day campof golf and tennis or half day of either sport.

BMW 2013 Driving Experience
Hotel guests can take a complimentary test drive in brand new BMW models for up to three hours during the day or take a cruise to dinner in 2013 models including the X5xDr50i, 335i Cv, 550i, 535i GT, 640i Cv, 650i GC and 750Li. Stop by The Lobby Lounge Kiosk to reserve the model of your choice through July 7.

Cocktails from Scratch
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Learn the art of creating classic cocktails. 

Complimentary
Eight Burger Bar and Sports Lounge

Café 4750 Endless Friday Seafood Buffet
Fridays, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand, an all-you-can eat, bountiful Seafood selection including grilled lobster tails, Amelia Island clam chowder, Mayport shrimp cocktail, oysters on half shell, grilled local vegetables, salads, pasta with steamed clams and mussels, Maryland crab cakes, oysters and from the grill – filet of beef, pork, chicken and local fish. The finale is a delectable dessert bar featuring – strawberry shortcake, pecan pie, red velvet cake, chocolate mousse cake and much more. Price $62 per adult and $18 children under 11

Reserve

Chefs Beach Cookout
Saturdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (weather permitting)
Create lasting memories with a summertime beach dinner. Featuring a selection of salads, ceviche, grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and local fish, roasted oysters, with selection of chips, cheese tray, fresh fruit and S’mores. Linger with a beverage while the kids play beach games. Price $38 per adult and $18 children 5-12

Meet Amelia
Wednesdays, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Meet the Resort’s mascot, a friendly and engaging blue and gold macaw. 

Main Lobby

Behind the Scenes Tour
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Take a culinary tour with a Ritz-Carlton Chef.

Farm to Bar
Saturdays, 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Learn to create cocktails from the freshest ingredients provided by local farmers.

Complimentary
Café Terrace

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

 
Request
 
Golf and Tennis Summer Camps
August 5-9, 12-16, 2013
Children, ages 8 – 15, gain new tennis and golf skills with PGA and USTPR instructors.
Weekly camps focus on instruction, drills and game play fundamentals. Full day campof golf and tennis or half day of either sport.

Salt Cooking School
August 28 & 29, 2013
Southwest “Food Truck Fare”

Popular street foods from Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and Mexico.

Learn what chef’s really eat. Our chefs will reveal their favorite recipes with a Southwest feel. The major focus will be hors d’oeuvre plating techniques for entertaining.

Reserve

Café 4750 Endless Friday Seafood Buffet
Fridays, 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand, an all-you-can eat, bountiful Seafood selection including grilled lobster tails, Amelia Island clam chowder, Mayport shrimp cocktail, oysters on half shell, grilled local vegetables, salads, pasta with steamed clams and mussels, Maryland crab cakes, oysters and from the grill – filet of beef, pork, chicken and local fish. The finale is a delectable dessert bar featuring – strawberry shortcake, pecan pie, red velvet cake, chocolate mousse cake and much more. Price $62 per adult and $18 children under 11

Reserve

Chefs Beach Cookout
Saturdays, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (weather permitting)
Create lasting memories with a summertime beach dinner. Featuring a selection of salads, ceviche, grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and local fish, roasted oysters, with selection of chips, cheese tray, fresh fruit and S’mores. Linger with a beverage while the kids play beach games. Price $38 per adult and $18 children 5-12

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sushi Saturdays
Saturdays, 6 p.m. − 9 p.m.
Look for the Sushi Cart in the Lobby Lounge. Enjoy delectable Sushi, Specialty Rolls and Signature items prepared fresh from our Sushi chef.

Menu

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Salt Cooking School
November 6 & 7, 2013
North African Cuisine “Cooking Healthy”

European, African and Middle Eastern influences.

Over several centuries traders, travelers, invaders, migrants and immigrants all have influenced the cuisine of North Africa. Students will learn a healthy approach to North African Cuisine, which is known for its nutritional value and health benefits, using contemporary cooking methods.

Reserve

Sushi Saturdays
Saturdays, 6 p.m. − 9 p.m.
Look for the Sushi Cart in the Lobby Lounge. Enjoy delectable Sushi, Specialty Rolls and Signature items prepared fresh from our Sushi chef.

Menu

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

 
Request
 
Pirate Tuck-ins
Available Friday and Saturday
Share a private bedtime story with a buccaneer bearing treats and treasure during our nightly pirate tuck-ins. Milk and cookies are delivered to your room, while Pirate Luis Aury, Princess Amelia and our “mascot,” Amelia’s Treasure (a six-year-old blue and gold macaw), read a pirate story and surprise your child with a keepsake treasure chest full of goodies.

Tuck-ins are scheduled every half-hour, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each evening. $50 per child. 24-hour advance reservations are requested.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sushi Saturdays
Saturdays, 6 p.m. − 9 p.m.
Look for the Sushi Cart in the Lobby Lounge. Enjoy delectable Sushi, Specialty Rolls and Signature items prepared fresh from our Sushi chef.

Menu

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Family Beach Bonfire
Saturdays, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.


Enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around a bonfire in dunes. Complimentary.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Family Beach Bonfire
Saturdays, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.


Enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around a bonfire in dunes. Complimentary.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

 
Request
 
Ritz Kids Night Out
Available Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Children can get away for a night of fun and excitement just for them. The supervised evening includes games, arts and crafts and loads of fun all centered on a special theme for the night! $60 includes dinner and refreshments.

Advance reservations are required by 2 p.m. the day prior. Cancellation fees will apply for reservations cancelled within 24-hours of the program.

Family Beach Bonfire
Saturdays, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.


Enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate around a bonfire in dunes. Complimentary.

Pirate Toast to the Weekend
Fridays 5:30 p.m.
Raise your glass in a rousing pirate toast to honor the sunset and begin the weekend.

Toddler Story-Time and Craft Time
Daily
Children will delight in tales of fantasy and adventure during the toddler story-time in the Ritz Kids® room, daily at 10 a.m. Also comeback at 3 p.m. to create a special souvenir to commemorate your island vacation during the toddler craft time in the Ritz Kids® room. Children must be accompanied by an adult.