Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination comprised of The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, announced a new spring experience for family travelers. The Spring Break by the Lake series offers a collection of seasonal programming from holiday happenings to immersive experiences.

© Grande Lakes Orlando
New this season, Grande Family Classic is the perfect experience for competitive families. Teams participate in a variety of nostalgic games including three-legged race, relay race and balloon toss for the chance to win exciting prizes. Games kick off March 14 and run Saturdays through April 11.
Try your hand at a tournament-style event with Pickleball Afternoons. Priced at $60 per person, the experience includes personalized instruction, round-robin play and branded keepsakes. Also new this season, take part in a stargazing experience led by Marq Maquette, curator, American Space Museum & Space Walk of Fame.

Starlit s’mores © Grande Lakes Orlando
Grande Lakes Orlando hosts signature holiday experiences including the Grande Easter Egg Hunt, Kentucky Derby Top Hat Viewing Party, Mother’s Day tea and other seasonal dining events. Other special programming includes the St. Patrick’s Lucky Stride 5K March 15 and the Spa Spring Fling on April 26.
Take advantage of the resort’s many overnight packages, including Grande Escape, offering complimentary parking and up to $100 in daily resort credits.
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