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JUNE 2024 | INSPIRING FAMILY ADVENTURES

When you’re planning a family trip for your clients, it’s important to get every individual excited with the promise of incredible adventures. We’ve searched the world of Four Seasons for activities that are guaranteed to thrill families with young children, as well as all-adult families.

We’re sharing versatile ideas that are intriguing for every age group – from spotting alligators in the Fort Lauderdale everglades to driving through Dubai’s desert sand dunes and creating a personal perfume on the French Riviera. Prepare for the extraordinary with immersive curated experiences that connect guests with local cultures, while bringing them together with family and friends.

Explore more family travel opportunities around the globe!

Property Experiences:

Explore the Everglades in Fort Lauderdale
Plan a Desert Safari in Dubai at Jumeirah Beach
Balance Ancient History and Modern Fun in Athens
Spark a Love of Nature in Singapore
Take a Street Art Tour in New York Downtown
Plan a Chic Family Holiday on the French Riviera


 

 

EXPLORE THE EVERGLADES IN FORT LAUDERDALE

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At Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale, families discover a lifestyle of unrivalled style and sophistication, inspired by international yacht clubs. The location on Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard is moments from the best shops, restaurants and marinas. It’s tempting to spend days on the elevated pool terrace or relaxing on the pristine stretch of beach, dedicated exclusively to Four Seasons guests. But it’s just as exciting to try some of their unique South Florida experiences, including a trip into the wilds.

Just 45 minutes from Four Seasons, the Private Everglades Airboat Tour is a truly epic adventure, giving the chance to explore the Florida Everglades with a personal guide. Cutting through the cattails aboard a custom airboat, you’ll learn the history of this rare subtropical ecosystem. Get up close and personal with wetlands wildlife – including alligators, native birds and other amazing creatures – many of whom are endangered. The whole family will feel the excitement of this unique opportunity in nature.

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PLAN A DESERT SAFARI IN DUBAI AT JUMEIRAH BEACH

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With the Arabian Gulf on one side and the iconic cityscape on the other, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach offers families a totally flexible vacation – from relaxing hours at the pools and beach to time exploring the towering Burj Khalifa and legendary Dubai Mall. Share a huge variety of bespoke experiences, ranging from city heritage tours and luxury yacht excursions to the Platinum Desert Safari – with every detail carefully personalized.

For this ultra-luxury safari, guests are picked up mid afternoon and driven to a private nature reserve. Explore the Dubai Desert in an ultra-premium Land Rover Defender, driven by a professional conservation guide who shares details about the desert’s fauna and flora. It’s a chance to spot native wildlife, such as the oryx and other species. As the sun sets over the dunes, enjoy a camel ride and witness a spectacular falconry performance. For dinner, relax in a serene desert oasis and embark on a six-course culinary journey – ending with shisha and a breathtaking fire show.

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BALANCE ANCIENT HISTORY AND MODERN FUN IN ATHENS

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Offering families the best of both worlds, Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens is a laid-back beach resort on the Athens Riviera, just 30 minutes from the historic city centre. Let the Concierge arrange family-friendly activities, including guided walking tours of ancient historical sites. Museum-hopping starts at the must-see Acropolis Museum, where kids receive complimentary backpacks filled with games and activities that lead them through the exhibits. Follow up with visits to the Hellenic Children’s Museum, the Museum of Illusions Athens or the Benaki Toy Museum.

With the extraordinary Four Seasons location on a pine-covered peninsula – giving a choice of three private beaches and two outdoor pools – there’s an abundance of water sports, including sea kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and wakeboarding. Kids (and adults) might enjoy the chance to meet a loggerhead sea turtle. Just a short drive from Four Seasons awaits the volunteer-run Archelon Sea Turtle Rescue Centre, where kids can discover the important rehabilitation and preservation efforts for this protected species. A Greek vacation becomes an incredible learning opportunity.

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SPARK A LOVE OF NATURE IN SINGAPORE

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An urban sanctuary on Orchard Boulevard, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore offers the perfect location for fun family activities – whether exploring the famous shopping haven at Orchard Road or visiting the award-winning Singapore Zoo. It’s a mere five-minutes to the 150-year-old Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring the National Orchid Garden, a swan lake and tropical trees. Younger family members might enjoy the Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden, where they can learn about shrubs and plants while skipping along a stream, climbing into treehouses and meeting animals at the farm.

Then head back to Four Seasons, where the new Two-Bedroom Club Suite category has been designed with interconnecting rooms – ideal for families travelling together. Children under five dine free with every paying adult. Baby-sitting services may be arranged, allowing parents or grandparents to unwind with a rejuvenating massage, take a dip at the Quiet Pool or play a round of tennis. Four Seasons feels like a complete resort in the city.

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TAKE A STREET ART TOUR IN NEW YORK DOWNTOWN

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Inspiring and exhilarating, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is an architectural icon in Lower Manhattan, rising amidst vibrant TriBeCa. It’s the perfect meeting place for families of all ages, tempting with its globally inspired Spa, heated indoor pool, downtown-view Fitness Centre, and CUT restaurant by the renowned Chef Wolfgang Puck. The Hotel also offers plenty of elevated local experiences to share with family members – whether young children or seniors.

For example, “The Streets Are A Gallery” reflects the fact that New York City is a treasure trove of street art. Hosted by renowned local photographer Joe Thomas, this three-hour walking tour covers some of the best street art in Lower Manhattan. From the Lower East Side to Little Italy and Nolita, you’ll see amazing murals and learn about the many world-famous artists who created them. Along the way, Joe gives professional tips on lighting, composition and camera settings – helping you forever elevate your Instagram. As a special take-home memento, guests receive an autographed print by Joe Thomas. Other curated Four Seasons experiences include a city bike tour, a personalized style session with a fashion expert, and tickets to the nearby Perelman Performing Arts Center.

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PLAN A CHIC FAMILY HOLIDAY ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA

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The French Riviera may be glamorous and sophisticated, but it’s also filled with fun adventures. Beyond the legendary garden spa and the seaside Club Dauphin pool, the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel offers plenty of family activities that take children’s interests into account – while keeping adults entertained too.

Plan a trip to the famous Fragonard perfume factory in Eze, where everyone can create their own signature fragrance, choosing from countless ingredients. Visit nearby Nice and the famous Cours Saleya outdoor market, sampling the best local cheeses and vegetables, before wandering the colourful streets of Old Town. Explore kid-friendly museums: the seaside Jean Cocteau Museum in Menton, the Museum of Oceanography in Monaco and the Matisse Museum in Nice, to name a few. You can even plan a safari on the French Riviera. In the rocky slopes and meadows above Grasse, there’s a sprawling wildlife sanctuary and open-air park that’s perfect for nature lovers. This is a destination that offers endless possibilities.

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