"Wellness is no longer just a buzzword, but must be integrated into everything we do, specifically how we travel," said Tony Angel, Director of Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando. "The team has developed a curated and holistic retreat where guests will not only leave rejuvenated, but with tangible skills and lessons that they can take into their everyday lives. By combining Florida's natural landscapes with our property's diverse offerings and restorative spa rituals, this wellness retreat is designed to elevate well-being and inspire lasting harmony in our attendees' lives."
The Itinerary
The retreat begins with a warm welcome lunch where guests can settle in and connect over seasonal fare in Vitale, Spa Café. The afternoon is dedicated to restoration, featuring luxurious spa treatments, invigorating Cryotherapy sessions, and time to unwind with poolside lounging. In the evening, guests will gather for a lively welcome reception and dinner designed for mingling and setting intentions for the days ahead at Fairways, followed by a deeply calming floating and sound bath meditation. Day two of the retreat invites guests to dive deeper into the experience with a dynamic lineup of activities. From sunrise kayaking, fishing or a 5K run/walk to thought-provoking guest speakers and fresh meal breaks, plus opportunities to customize the retreat with options for pickleball, bootcamp or yoga, every moment is designed to energize and inspire. On the final day, guests will enjoy a tranquil wind-down complete with a selection of curated activities, rejuvenating spa time, insightful panels with opportunities for questions, and a final farewell meditation.
Guest Speakers and Sponsors
Complementing the retreat's vast itinerary of programming, patrons will enjoy thought-provoking guest speakers, including Charles 'Bo' Outlaw—NBA legend and mentor—and Amanda Thebe, acclaimed health and wellness expert and Best-Selling Author of Menopocalypse: How I Learned to Thrive During Menopause and How You Can Too! The weekend is generously sponsored by a curated selection of wellness-forward brands, including: Bathorium, a clean-ingredient bath brand with products free of artificial fragrances and colorants; Fountain Life, a cutting-edge health and longevity company delivering proactive, preventative, and personalized plans to optimize healthspan and lifespan; Essence One, creators of essential oil blends and aromatherapy products sourced from around the world; and HX Expeditions, a travel brand taking patrons to the rarest corners of the planet. Guests will take home gifts from the retreat's sponsors valued at a total of $300.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa
The relaxation notably unfolds at the resort's renowned Ritz-Carlton Spa. An oasis for the senses, the 40,000-square-foot sanctuary offers 40 treatment rooms and a full salon. Between or post treatment, patrons can relax in the outdoor lap pool, decompress in the sauna, or enjoy a healthy meal at Vitale — the dedicated spa café. Signature therapies, including massages and body treatments, incorporate CBD and herbs from the resort's organic garden, honey from its resident bees, citrus from local orchards, and other homegrown ingredients.
Visitors are invited to reserve their experience at the Wellness Retreat (without an overnight stay) for $1,800 exclusive of tax, per person, here, or opt for the complete package – the Wellness Retreat and a guestroom from August 22-24, with pricing beginning at $2,000, here. dependent upon room category selected. For more information about Grande Lakes Orlando and to make a reservation, please find the brochure here or visit www.grandelakes.com.
About Grande Lakes Orlando
Hidden in the heart of Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando sits on 500 lush acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. The resort features a 582-room Ritz-Carlton, 1,010-room JW Marriott hotel, the 40,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton spa as well as three picture-perfect pools. The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Tennis Club, which hosts the PNC Championship, includes an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. A dozen celebrated dining venues throughout include MICHELIN Recommended and Forbes Travel Guide 4-Stars Knife & Spoon, a steak and seafood restaurant led by award-winning chef John Tesar, and MICHELIN Recommended and Forbes Travel Guide 4-Stars Primo, Mediterranean/Italian fare by multiple James Beard award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, a leader in the farm-to-fork movement. Grand Lakes Orlando restaurants source fresh ingredients from Whisper Creek Farm, an on-property 18,000-square-foot working farm, as well as on-site apiaries. The resort features a wide array of additional activities: kayaking, eco-tours on Shingle Creek, falconry, mountain biking and fishing school. Conference and meeting attendees have their pick of meeting space options located across 150,000 square feet plus more than 100,000 square feet of outdoor space. Grande Lakes is located 15 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, five minutes from the Orange County Convention Center and minutes from the major theme parks.
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