{"id":207138,"date":"2026-03-26T17:07:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/207138\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T17:07:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:07:08","slug":"the-ritz-carlton-orlando-grande-lakes-debuts-signature-experiences-bespoke-immersions-for-every-traveler","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/207138\/","title":{"rendered":"THE RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES DEBUTS SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES — BESPOKE IMMERSIONS FOR EVERY TRAVELER"},"content":{"rendered":"

Daytona Supercar Drive
In partnership with Corsa, this four-hour high-powered adventure will bring guests behind the wheel of a world-class supercar of their choice to embark on an exhilarating drive to one of America’s most legendary motorsport venues, Daytona International Speedway. Accompanied by a dedicated vehicle guide, guests can live like a racer and feel the thrill of the open road during this unforgettable automotive experience.\u00a0Available to book\u00a0HERE<\/a>, with\u00a072 hours\u00a0advanced booking\u00a0required. Available Wednesday to Sunday in the morning or afternoon. Priced at $1950 per car.<\/p>\n

The Art of Kobe
Travelers can be immersed in an epicurean fine-dining experience at MICHELIN-recommended Knife & Spoon guided by the unmatched taste of authentic Kobe beef. This chef-led culinary journey will offer live cooking demonstrations and be accompanied by a curated wine-pairing created by the in-house sommelier. Guests will also\u00a0have the opportunity to\u00a0take a guided tour of the onsite farm, Whisper Creek Farm, and harvest ingredients for a truly farm-to-table dining experience.\u00a0Reservations available\u00a0HERE,<\/a>\u00a0with seven days advanced booking\u00a0required. Available Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Priced at $595 per person.<\/p>\n

Space Exploration Experience
Guests can wander through humanity’s greatest frontier in an exclusive journey into the world of space exploration. The experience begins with a private helicopter from the resort to the Kennedy Space Center and includes behind-the-scenes access, private guided tours, and unique dining experiences where visitors can\u00a0witness\u00a0the beauty of the stars and constellations.\u00a0Available to book\u00a0HERE,<\/a>\u00a0with 72-hour advanced notice\u00a0required\u00a0(seven days for astronaut meet-and-greet). Pricing starts at $2,650 per guest.<\/p>\n

The Creekside Retreat
Visitors can unplug into the serene Shingle Creek, where a calming walk along the water’s edge activates senses and brings guests one with nature. Guests engage in breathwork meditation and physical exercises for a harmonious mind and body practice. This restorative wellness journey will also offer a curated tea tasting led by certified nutritionists to highlight the healing power of mushroom and herbal infusions, all while allowing guests to be present in nature overlooking the crystal blue waters and fauna along the creek.\u00a0Available to book\u00a0HERE<\/a>\u00a0on Wednesday,\u00a0Sunday\u00a0and Friday between 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Priced at $495 per person.<\/p>\n

The Everglades Expedition
This offering allows guests to voyage into the wild heart of the resort’s luscious\u00a0500 acres\u00a0on a private golf cart with a Certified Florida Master Naturalist for this guided Sunrise Safari experience to spot wildlife including whitetail deer, alligators, and birds. There are also opportunities to meet aquatic friends during the Eco-Tour on Shingle Creek as guests paddle and kayak along the tranquil waterways to the headwaters of the Everglades. The adventure will be accompanied by a private gourmet picnic and a curated Grande Lakes Surprise.\u00a0Available to book\u00a0HERE<\/a>\u00a0on Thursday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m., with\u00a072-hour\u00a0advance reservation\u00a0required. Priced at $595 per person.<\/p>\n

The Junior Naturalist Adventure\u00a0
Designed for younger travelers, the Junior Naturalist Adventure is a daytime immersion for children to experience the vast natural wonders of Grande Lakes Orlando. Led by the Ritz Kids Naturalist team, travelers will explore the resort’s diverse ecosystems, spot wildlife, and learn about the principles of conservation and sustainability. Curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connection to the environment and wildlife are nurtured through bug safaris, fish feeding, and an eco-themed lunch and trivia games. Available to book\u00a0HERE<\/a>\u00a0from Thursday to Sunday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for children aged 6-12. Priced at $395 per person.<\/p>\n

Ritz-Carlton property images can be found\u00a0HERE.<\/a>\u00a0Credit: Courtesy of Grande Lakes Orlando.<\/p>\n

About Grande Lakes Orlando:\u00a0
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 Forbes Five Star Ritz-Carlton,\u202fa\u202f1,010-room JW Marriott hotel, the 40,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton spa,\u202fas 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 Knife & Spoon, a steak and seafood restaurant led by award-winning chef John Tesar, and 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\u202fadditional\u202factivities: kayaking, eco-tours on Shingle\u202fCreek, falconry, mountain\u202fbiking\u202fand fishing school. Conference and meeting attendees have their pick of meeting space options\u202flocated\u00a0across\u00a0150,000 square feet,\u202fplus more than\u00a0100,000 square feet\u00a0of outdoor space. Grande Lakes is\u202flocated\u202f15 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, five minutes from the Orange County Convention Center, and minutes from the major theme parks.<\/p>\n

For more information about Grande Lakes Orlando, please visit www.grandelakes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow Grande Lakes Orlando\u202f@<\/a>grandelakesorlando<\/a>\u202fon Instagram and\u202fgrandelakesorlando<\/a>\u202fon Facebook. Also, The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott on Twitter\u202f@RC_Orlando<\/a>\u202fand\u202f@JW_Orlando<\/a>, Instagram\u202f@ritzcarltonorlando<\/a>\u202fand\u202f@jwmarriottorlando<\/a>\u202fand\u202fFacebook\u202fritzcarltonorlando<\/a>\u202fand\u202fjwmarriottorlando<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit\u202fwww.grandelakes.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Media Contact:\u00a0
The Brandman Agency\u00a0
Paige\u00a0Voeffray\u00a0
[email\u00a0protected]<\/a><\/p>\n

SOURCE Grande Lakes Orlando<\/p>\n

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