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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.




Thanksgiving Dinner

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Join us to celebrate one the most important holidays with a three-course menu showcasing both holiday inspired creations as well as some of our most popular signature dishes. Partake of our award winning wine list, while enjoying our spectacular views. Reservations suggested.

Norman’s 5 p.m. till 9 p.m., $85 Adults, $35 Children


Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

"Cooking for the Holidays" Cooking School

November 21 - 22, 2009 Two days from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

November 21 - 22, 2009 Two days from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes invites guests to learn from the expertise of The Ritz-Carlton Culinary Team to prepare holiday meals. Led by Executive Chef Sean Woods, participants will bring the latest food trends, tips and tricks home to the dining room table.

Package includes overnight accommodations for Saturday night in a deluxe room, a Chef’s Tasting Menu for two at The Vineyard Grill and a cooking class for two alongside an exclusive group of no more than 20 guests. Over the course of two days from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., guests will first assist the Chefs in preparing a gourmet lunch on Saturday. On Sunday, guests take over the kitchen to prepare a lunch for the Chefs to test newly acquired knowledge and skills.

Price: $699 for two people (includes overnight accommodations)
To reserve The Ritz-Carlton, Orlando Weekend Cooking School Session, use code “LOCC” and call (800) 576-5760.


  

Everglades Eco-System Protection

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Follow our conservation staff into the wild to directly impact the evolution of this ecosystem by creating habitats for all wildlife and support Audubon of Florida.

Orlando is more than theme parks; it is also home to Grande Lakes Orlando, a series of private ponds that feed the Headwaters to the Everglades. Follow Audubon of Florida into the wild to directly impact the evolution of this ecosystem by creating habitats for all wildlife. You will take a nature walk to the fish feeding, bird and nature watching stations, butterfly garden and the organic garden. Your volunteer activity is seasonal, ranging from artificial freshwater reef construction and shoreline structure with aquatic plant enhancement, to identifying fish and invertebrate species.

Adult $75 USD / Child $75 USD (profits benefit Audubon of Florida)


Thanksgiving Feast

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Enjoy a festive Holiday Brunch and live entertainment. Reservations required.

The Vineyard Grill 12 p.m. till 9 p.m., $85 Adults, $35 Children


Holiday Boot Camp by Skin Authority

November 12, 2009, 3pm and 5pm

A Boot Camp that creates positive change and doesn’t leave you breathless?  Broadening your mind without breaking a sweat? What sounds impossible is very possible this November during the Beauty Workout Holiday Boot Camp.

Boot Camp coaches will take participants through four training “circuits” incorporating focused, educational tools and cost-effective, daily routines to be used at home:

  • Vital Nutrition – Tastings of easy, affordable Skin Healthy cuisine and nutritional drinks complete with recipe cards. Also includes topical, antioxidant applications for skin nourishment
  • Lifestyle – Beat the aging effects of stress through interactive demonstrations and simple at home techniques for stress reduction, relaxation, etc.
  • Beauty Savvy – Treatment tips and professional secrets shared in interactive demonstrations
  • Home Routine – Break your daily regimen down to three easy, multipurpose-product steps that are professionally prescribed for each person’s unique needs

In addition to the one-on-one education offered during the Boot Camp, for an econo-chic $45, guests will also leave with a one-year subscription and current issue of Spa, a $25 retail certificate redeemable at the event for Skin Authority products, entry into a drawing to win a spa trip for two, take-home Beauty Workout package and a personal skin care coach.

About Skin Authority
Skin Authority is the leading skin care lifestyle company. Through professional guidance and coaching, powerful and pure products, and profound professional treatment experiences, Skin Authority helps individuals make healthy choices daily to ensure a lifetime of youthful, radiant skin. Skin Authority is available exclusively at nearly 100 leading spa partners as well as online through www.skinauthority.com.

Dates:

Registration is open: www.skinauthority.com/holiday-boot-camp
  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

New Year’s Lobster Luau

Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Bleu, Poolside

Grilled lobster buffet and Polynesian style fixings. Live entertainment by hula dancers and fire dancers. Reservations required.

7 p.m. till 10 p.m., $95 Adults, $45 Children


New Year’s Eve Celebration

Thursday, December 31 in the Lobby Lounge from 8 p.m. till 2 a.m.
Live entertainment by Think Big. Table reservations: $100 per person includes Tapas Buffet, party favors, Champagne toast at midnight. Fireworks display over the lake at midnight! Must be 21 or older, valid ID required. Reservations required.

New Year’s Eve Dinner

Thursday, December 31, 2009 in the The Vineyard Grill

Special prix fixe menu for adults created by The Ritz-Carlton Culinary Team to welcome the New Year. Special children’s buffet. Live entertainment. Reservations required.

5:30 p.m. till 10 p.m., $125 Adults, $45 Children


  

Everglades Eco-System Protection

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Follow our conservation staff into the wild to directly impact the evolution of this ecosystem by creating habitats for all wildlife and support Audubon of Florida.

Orlando is more than theme parks; it is also home to Grande Lakes Orlando, a series of private ponds that feed the Headwaters to the Everglades. Follow Audubon of Florida into the wild to directly impact the evolution of this ecosystem by creating habitats for all wildlife. You will take a nature walk to the fish feeding, bird and nature watching stations, butterfly garden and the organic garden. Your volunteer activity is seasonal, ranging from artificial freshwater reef construction and shoreline structure with aquatic plant enhancement, to identifying fish and invertebrate species.

Adult $75 USD / Child $75 USD (profits benefit Audubon of Florida)


Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


Breakfast With Santa

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Join Santa andMrs. Claus for a cozy holiday breakfast. Pictures with Santa and live entertainment. Reservations required.

Ballroom 8 a.m., $40 Adults, $30 Children


Christmas Eve Dinner

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Spend a memorable Christmas Eve at One of America’s Top Restaurants Zagat 2009. Our world-class chefs will delight you with a seasonal three-course menu. Sample our sommelier’s unique wine pairings ($30 per person). Reservations required.

At Norman’s 5 p.m. till 9 p.m., $85 Adults, $35 Children


Santa’s Teddy Bear Tea

Saturdays and Sundays, December 12, 13, 19 and 20, 2009

Celebrate the holidays with Afternoon Tea with your favorite teddy bears and live entertainment. Reservations required.

Lobby Lounge 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., $35 Adults/Children


New Year’s Eve Dinner

Thursday, December 31, 2009 in Norman’s

First seating: 5:30pm, $110 Adults,
$35 Children;Three-course prix fixe menu.

Second seating: 9pm, $160 Adults,
$40 Children; Five-course prix fixe menu.

Norman’s offers an unparalleled New Year’s dining experience. Second seating guests will enjoy the fireworks while sipping Champagne in our terrace at midnight. Wine pairing optional. Reservations required.


Ritz Kids Groovy New Year’s Eve Celebration

Thursday, December 31, 2009

Children are invited to spark their imagination and escape to Ritz Kids’ flashback to the 60’s. Children will enjoy a delicious dinner buffet with interactive cooking stations and kids’ favorite foods. Activities include psychedelic Tie Dye T-shirts, The Beatles Rock band, festive face painting, friendship bracelet making, and much more! Live entertainment and Fireworks at midnight.

Ritz Kids 6 p.m. till 1 a.m., $125 per child
(Grande Lakes guests only, Children ages 5-12)


Christmas Day Brunch

Friday, December 25, 2009

Join The Ritz-Carlton Chefs for a gourmet buffet featuring all the holiday trimmings. Live entertainment. Reservations required.

The Vineyard Grill 12 p.m. till 9 p.m., $85 Adults, $35 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

New Year’s Day Brunch

Friday, January 1, 2010 at The Vineyard Grill

Join The Ritz-Carlton Culinary Team for a special brunch to start the New Year. Unlimited sparkling wine. Live entertainment. Reservations required.

10 a.m. till 3 p.m., $85 Adults, $35 Children


Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.

Sunday Brunch

Sundays from 12 p.m. till 3 p.m.

Join the Chefs of The Ritz-Carlton for a gourmet brunch featuring interactive cooking stations and sparkling wine.

Place: The Vineyard Grill
Price: $65 Adults, $29 Children


  

Afternoon Tea at the Lobby Lounge

Saturday and Sunday

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 Peter Rabbit Tea (children), $25 Traditional Tea, $35 Royal Tea*

Relax in the casual, elegant atmosphere of our Lobby Lounge while enjoying our famous Afternoon Tea service. Reservations required.

*Royal Tea includes a glass of champagne. Guest must be over 21 years of age.


Fish Feeding & Lady Bug Release

Daily
1:00 pm
Complimentary

Guests are invited to feed the fish in the Grande Lake and participate in the Lady Bug release program.  Meet at the Lakeside Terrace.
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