A Summer of Discovery at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island

Celebrate summer with a variety of activities that invite you to explore Amelia Island’s coastal treasures.

June 1 – August 31, 2013 


DAILY ACTIVITIES 

6:30 a.m. – 8 a.m. Sunrise & Shine (North Beach) – View morning’s majestic colors at the beach with coffee, whole fruit and juices.

9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Fish Feeding (Ritz Kids Room) – Assist with feeding our reef and exotic fish tanks.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Adult Tennis Drills Clinic* (Pro Shop) – Fast-paced drills focusing on various strokes and doubles strategy.

10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Story Time with Amelia (Courtyard) – Delight in tales of fantasy and adventure for children of all ages.

11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Beach Games (Beach) – Fun in the sun and sand for the whole family.

11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. See Shells by the Sea Shore (Center Beach) – Shelling expedition and seminar for all ages.

1 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Make a Splash (Indoor Pool) – Stop by to join in on fun pool games!

2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Custom Salt Blending Class (Spa) – Blend your own aromatherapy salt scrub and indulge in its healthy benefits.

3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Craft Time** (Café Lawn) – Everyone will have fun creating a memento to bring home.

4 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Shark Tooth Hunt and Necklace-Making (Center Beach) – Search for fossilized shark teeth along the coastline.

4 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Salt Infusion Class (The Salt Shop) – Taste and learn about specialty gourmet and house infused salts.

4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Our Space Family Game Room – Play video games, air hockey and watch movies. A fee may apply.


MONDAY

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Massage Monday*** (Spa) – Complimentary Moroccanoil scalp treatment with any facial or massage. 

10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Historic Bike Tour** (Fitness Center) – A pleasantly-paced, guided bike ride through historic American Beach.


TUESDAY 

9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Ride the waves. Learn how to Surf and Stand Up Paddleboard.** (Center Beach) – Private 90 minute lessons.

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Two for Tuesday*** (Spa) – Choose any regularly priced enhancement and receive the second one complimentary.


WEDNESDAY 

9 a.m. – 10 a.m. Surf Fishing Clinic** (Center Beach) – Learn about local creatures of the sea and learn how to surf fish.

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hair Repair Wednesday*** (Spa) – Complimentary Keratase Instant Hair treatment with any hair service.

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Behind the Scenes Tour (Main Lobby) – Take a culinary tour with a Ritz-Carlton Chef.

5:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Cocktail Culture (Eight) – Learn the art of creating cocktails with a twist.


THURSDAY 

9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Ride the waves. Learn how to Surf and Stand Up Paddleboard.** (Center Beach) – Private 90 minute lessons.

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tranquil Eyes Thursday*** (Spa) – Complimentary eye hydration treatment with any facial or massage.

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Historic Fernandina Beach Tour** (Main Lobby) – Explore historic Fernandina Beach and Old Town.


FRIDAY 

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Shop ‘til You Drop Friday (Spa Boutique) – Receive 15% off any spa retail purchase.

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Inland Waterway Kayak Tour** (Main Lobby) – Experience unspoiled natural beauty on a guided tour.

5:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Amelia’s Treasure Hunt (Main Lobby) – Embark on a journey with our pirate to find the lost treasure.

5:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Pirate Toast (Lobby Lounge) – All ages raise a glass in a rousing pirate toast to begin the weekend.


SATURDAY 

9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Ride the waves. Learn how to Surf and Stand Up Paddleboard.** (Center Beach) – Private 90 minute lessons.

2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sea Turtle Seminar* (North Beach Tiki Bar) – Learn about the endangered species and its habitat.

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Princess Tea** – Girls become princesses with our dresses and tiaras at a royal tea party.

5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Farm to Bar (Café 4750) – Create cocktails from the freshest ingredients.

7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday Movie Night – Enjoy family movies while enjoying tasty treats.


SUNDAY 

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Island 5K Coastal Nature Walk** (Fitness Center) – A guided eco-tour exploring life in the sand dunes. 


All activities are complimentary unless indicated. Please dial ext. 5013 for details. For tennis, please dial ext. 6793.

*A fee is associated with this activity. **Advance reservation and fee required. 24-hour advance reservation required for tours and activities.

***All complimentary spa enhancements are performed during any 60 minute service or longer.