The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco's POLO Program for Pint-Sized Guests
Emphasizes Safety First
“There are two classes of travel. First class and with children.” Robert Benchley
Safety conscious families checking into The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco will enjoy the toddler-proof precautions available through the Protect Our Little Ones (POLO) program for children under five years of age.
Created by Ritz-Carlton after noticing a rise in the number of families traveling with pre-schoolers, the POLO program was the result of focus groups, surveys and market research into the special needs of these guests.
Upon arrival, guests traveling with children under five will be escorted to their room by a specially trained bellman who will install the safety features and explain other precautionary measures intended to protect youngsters from injuries. Contents of the POLO kit include:
- a night light
- tub spout cover
- electric outlet plugs
- first aid kit (children’s Tylenol, Band-Aids, thermometer, diaper rash ointment)
- emergency safety card with list of local emergency telephone numbers
- a stuffed animal
“Anyone who has ever traveled away from home with a two year old knows before they can relax their first concern is safeguarding their toddler from hotel room accidental injury. The POLO program is an effective step towards easing parents’ minds and, most importantly, protecting our youngest guests,” said Edward Mady, Vice President and Area General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco Provides “A Spoonful of Sugar”
with “The Nanny Survival Kit”
In anticipation of the needs of Nannies traveling with families and their children, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco provides a complimentary “Nanny Survival Kit” guaranteed to make a day in the “City By The Bay” “Chim-Chimeree.” The “Nanny Kit” includes:
- A sightseeing map of San Francisco
- A calendar listing of “Family Events and Activities ” in San Francisco
- A San Francisco WHERE Magazine
- Sunblock
- Travel snacks
- Ritz-Carlton Bottled Water
- Band-Aids
- Cookies delivered to the guestroom upon arrival
"Fun Foods To Grow On" in The Terrace Restaurant
Breakfast
Oatmeal with choice of Raisin-Cinnamon or Strawberry-Banana $4.50
Mickey Pancake with Banana or Fresh Blueberries $5.00
Assorted Cereal with Fresh Fruit $4.50
Two Eggs any style, Chicken Apple Sausage, Sliced Fruit $6.00
Waffle with Caramelized Banana and Tropical Fruit Salad $5.00
Eggs in a Hole (two Eggs Fried in Sliced Wheat Bread) $5.00
Sandwiches
Peanut Butter and Jelly $4.00
Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Crunchy Veggie Sticks $5.00
Grilled Turkey Hot Dog with French Fries and Side of Fruit $6.00
Grilled Hamburger or Cheeseburger with Fries and Grilled Vegetable Brochette $8.00
Entrees
Grilled Chicken Strips with Coconut Steamed Rice $7.00
Broiled Atlantic Salmon with Sauteed Spinach and Fruit Salsa $7.00
Macaroni and Cheese $7.00
Mini Pizza with choice of Veggie or Barbequed Chicken $7.50
Bite Size Pasta with choice of Butter and Vegetable or Marinara and Meatball $7.50
Heathly Taste Snacks and Sides
"Ants on a Log" (Celery with Peanut Butter and Raisins) $4.00
Crunchy Veggie Sticks with Dipping Sauce $4.00
Chicken Noodle Soup $4.00
Seasonal Vegetables $4.00
Bowl of Fresh Fruit $5.00