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Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
by Eva ZhuKicking off a new year is an occasion for all, and these thoughtful hotels take extra care to ensure that the whole family is included. Ring in 2018 at one of these seven spots to enjoy New Year’s Eve with the kids.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali offers the chance to experience a tropical holiday, and their Kids Club has fun-filled days planned for both Christmas and New Year’s. Adults can enjoy a blissful resort getaway while the Ritz Kids take part in festivities such as gingerbread decorating and meeting Santa on the beach. On January 1st, club members will wake from the previous night’s gala and start the new year making resolutions, flying kites and having a treat-filled party.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, only a 20-minute drive from San Diego, has a stacked calendar of holiday events leading up to the new year. Carolers are hosting sing-alongs to spiced cider and fruitcake, and Santa Claus is here for family portraits until Christmas Eve, while cookie decorating and sunset s’mores can be enjoyed all month. On New Year’s Eve, family-friendly celebrations take place at The Grill at Torrey Pines, with adult and kid’s menus and fire pits on the patio.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Camp Seafire at the Seafire Resort + Spa is an engaging kids program that will occupy your little ones on their Caribbean holiday. Excursions to the Cayman Turtle Center, science experiments and a kid’s spa are some of the regular activities that take place here. But in December, holiday-themed events such as the Santa Olympics and ornament-making dot the calendar, leading up to the main feature—a pizza party on New Year’s Eve.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
The annual Epiphany Night on January 5th is Madrid’s most spectacular evening of the year, brimming with lights, music and treats. The main attraction is the festive parade, and at Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid right on the Paseo de la Castellana, families can enjoy a front-row seat to the show from the comfort of the hotel, complete with traditions such as the famous Roscón de Reyes cake and a visit from the Three Kings.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
In Puerto Rico, The Epiphany, or Los Reyes Magos (“Three Wise Men”), takes place on January 6th each year and is the most significant holiday of the season. From the beachside Condado Vanderbilt hotel, a short stroll takes you to the festival at Luis Muñoz Marín Park in Old San Juan, where you can find live music and traditional holiday food for all ages. Here, children anticipate the arrival of the Three Kings, who bring with them gifts for the young.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Ring in 2018 with the trip of a lifetime and take the whole crew on a safari. At Mahali Mzuri, children are considered “Little Warriors” in line with Kenya’s Maasai traditions. Here, kids will get to know Africa’s majestic beasts with twice daily game drives. Tailored activities include Maasai-jumping competitions and visits to the local community. At the end of the day, the family tent comes equipped with children’s books and games to unwind with before another adventurous day.
Kid-friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
A new year calls for new adventures and at Gili Lankanfushi, young guests have access to numerous nature activities. Event highlights in December include visits to the Gili Water Park, kids’ surf lessons and dolphin cruises. On New Year’s Day, there’s an outdoor movie in the jungle. Outside the scheduled events, your butler Mr. or Mrs. Friday can also arrange family-friendly activities, such as pirate parties and ice-cream competitions.
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali offers the chance to experience a tropical holiday, and their Kids Club has fun-filled days planned for both Christmas and New Year’s. Adults can enjoy a blissful resort getaway while the Ritz Kids take part in festivities such as gingerbread decorating and meeting Santa on the beach. On January 1st, club members will wake from the previous night’s gala and start the new year making resolutions, flying kites and having a treat-filled party.
The Lodge at Torrey Pines, only a 20-minute drive from San Diego, has a stacked calendar of holiday events leading up to the new year. Carolers are hosting sing-alongs to spiced cider and fruitcake, and Santa Claus is here for family portraits until Christmas Eve, while cookie decorating and sunset s’mores can be enjoyed all month. On New Year’s Eve, family-friendly celebrations take place at The Grill at Torrey Pines, with adult and kid’s menus and fire pits on the patio.
Camp Seafire at the Seafire Resort + Spa is an engaging kids program that will occupy your little ones on their Caribbean holiday. Excursions to the Cayman Turtle Center, science experiments and a kid’s spa are some of the regular activities that take place here. But in December, holiday-themed events such as the Santa Olympics and ornament-making dot the calendar, leading up to the main feature—a pizza party on New Year’s Eve.
The annual Epiphany Night on January 5th is Madrid’s most spectacular evening of the year, brimming with lights, music and treats. The main attraction is the festive parade, and at Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid right on the Paseo de la Castellana, families can enjoy a front-row seat to the show from the comfort of the hotel, complete with traditions such as the famous Roscón de Reyes cake and a visit from the Three Kings.
In Puerto Rico, The Epiphany, or Los Reyes Magos (“Three Wise Men”), takes place on January 6th each year and is the most significant holiday of the season. From the beachside Condado Vanderbilt hotel, a short stroll takes you to the festival at Luis Muñoz Marín Park in Old San Juan, where you can find live music and traditional holiday food for all ages. Here, children anticipate the arrival of the Three Kings, who bring with them gifts for the young.
Ring in 2018 with the trip of a lifetime and take the whole crew on a safari. At Mahali Mzuri, children are considered “Little Warriors” in line with Kenya’s Maasai traditions. Here, kids will get to know Africa’s majestic beasts with twice daily game drives. Tailored activities include Maasai-jumping competitions and visits to the local community. At the end of the day, the family tent comes equipped with children’s books and games to unwind with before another adventurous day.
A new year calls for new adventures and at Gili Lankanfushi, young guests have access to numerous nature activities. Event highlights in December include visits to the Gili Water Park, kids’ surf lessons and dolphin cruises. On New Year’s Day, there’s an outdoor movie in the jungle. Outside the scheduled events, your butler Mr. or Mrs. Friday can also arrange family-friendly activities, such as pirate parties and ice-cream competitions.