RITZ FAMILY ADVENTURE
As one of the nation’s premiere family resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is unveiling its “Family Adventure Summer Series”dedicated to creating memorable, authentic Hawaiian experiences for families and guests of all ages. “Our cultural and environmental ties to Maui have been a huge draw, bringing families back to The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua year after year,”said Scott Robison, director of sales and marketing. “This summer we have expanded our summer activity offerings for kids and parents, providing even more opportunities for families to reconnect and create lasting memories.”The Family Adventure Summer Series includes new activities at the pool and the beach, the Spa and the resort’s signature Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program. Guests can experience summer break like never before with education and exploration in nature’s “living”classroom, led by Cousteau-trained naturalists. Activities include snorkeling, ocean education, rainforest hikes and authentic Hawaiian cultural experiences. The Ambassadors Weekly Camp welcomes children ages five years and up: US$499 per child – with siblings welcomed to join the fun for US$439. Camps are available Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (half-day options also available). The Mana Maker Ambassadors Experience is the perfect way to experience “mauka”(mountain) and “makai”(ocean), Hawaiian-style. Guests begin the day with a guided, interpretive snorkel tour with the expert naturalists from Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment. After experiencing the deep blue waters of the Pacific, guests will return to land for a nature hike of choice where the naturalists will demonstrate how the mauka and makai are eternally connected. ($279 per guest, advanced reservations required, maximum two people per tour and must be minimum of 12 years of age). The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Kapalua: New for summer, when adults confirm two 80-minute spa treatments, up to two children will experience their Ambassadors program complimentary. (Ages five and up, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily). (http://www.ritzcarlton.com)
