Learn (and work) from anywhere on a schoolcation!
With many families adapting to remote learning and working, why not pack up the family for an epic vacation? Many hotels have rolled out new programs exclusively for this learn-or-work-from-anywhere approach. We have rounded up some of our favorite programs and packages – and some even qualify for additional perks and upgrades (so ask for details)!
Four Seasons Punta Mita, Mexico
Families have access to expert tech support, a study buddy, and the option for a private tutor; while art, culture, history and after-school sports classes encourage educational learning through travel. Pool and beach cabanas can be transformed into private workstations with ocean views.
Auberge Resorts Collection, Various Locations
Work and learn in destinations including Utah, Colorado, Austin, Connecticut, Maine, Rhode Island, Los Cabos, Florida and Hawaii. For the adults: in-room office setup, Business Concierge, and optional poolside “office cabanas.” For the kids, Auberge has partnered with Advantage Testing, for in-person or virtual learning, plus a wide range of highly educational, outdoor-driven activities and camps. Adults can also get in on the learning with adult learning courses!
Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, California
Book one hotel room and receive another free of charge to use as a classroom! The package also includes one hour of homework help booked with a local tutor, and boxed lunches. The hotel also offers what they call “Dana Point Discoveries,” which include activities such as surf lessons, family fitness classes and stand-up paddleboard tours.
Montage Hotels & Resorts, Various Locations
Students have access to an all-day monitored Study Hall, optional virtual tutors from Tutor.com, healthy snacks, boxed lunch, plus themed afternoon electives from a wide variety of subjects: including fly fishing, farm-to-table cooking classes, interactive astronomy classes and much, much more! Available at the following resorts: Montage Deer Valley, Utah; Montage Laguna Beach, California; Montage Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina; Montage Los Cabos, Mexico.
The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, Georgia
While parents work in the privacy of their guestroom, kids will work with a dedicated study buddy who will ensure the virtual class schedule is followed with mentorship and assistance. Kids will take breaks from digital learning with enriching experiences like harvesting in the Chef’s Garden, arts & crafts, lawn games, or fishing.
Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, Florida
Supervised schoolwork sessions are held in small-group classroom settings, with half-day and full day options available, lunch provided and afternoon enrichment classes. After-school "recess" takes place at the resort's five-acre water park. And while the kids are busy with schoolwork, the parents can sneak away for an afternoon at the adults-only pool!
Learning can truly happen anywhere. Get in touch to go beyond the school curriculum and incorporate culture, nature, language, and the adventure of travel, for a family getaway you will never forget. Looking for a specific destination? There is likely an option available!