A Resort Developed by a Mother Offers Families The Most Treasured Amenity – Time Together
Plus New Packages, New Kid-Friendly Services and Added-Value Across the Board
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands, March 26, 2009 – The Somerset on Grace Bay is one of only handful of Caribbean resorts that is honest about giving families what they seek most on a sun vacation – time together and a decidedly unscheduled place to relax and unwind.
That’s because The Somerset was developed specifically for families by someone who knows, a mother. The family-friendly concept, like many of the insightful, caring elements found here, were created by Allyson Nick, a New York real estate developer who also happens to be the mother of five children. In addition to the unscheduled time to build sand castles on the beach, the exceptionally large suites, ranging from 1,353 to 5,327 square-feet with one to five bedrooms, were specifically designed for large families, as well as multi-generational gatherings. Two swimming pools, one with a zero-entry shallow end for toddlers and another with an underwater music piped in for teens keeps kids safe and engaged.
To cater to families further, The Somerset has introduced a new four night “Family Value-Added Special”, available now through December 18, 2009 with no blackout periods.
The offer is valid on all suite categories and excludes standard rooms. As an added bonus, this Family Package is combinable with The Somerset’s 4th Night Free Special, offering four consecutive nights for the cost of three. This amounts to a savings of $500 to $4,000 depending on the level of room booked. Rates start at $500 in a one bedroom suite from May 30 to October 30, 2009.
The Family Value-Added Special includes:
- Monday “Alice in Wonderland Tea Party” – afternoon refreshments served in the resort breezeway featuring children’s treats such as fresh-squeezed lemonade, juices, homemade cookies and brownies.
- Tuesday Clambakes – barefoot on Grace Bay Beach with live music, where Chef Callighen brings a touch of the States to Provo and prepares a crackling sand fire pit that steam cooks mouth watering clams with a Caribbean twist for both guests and local revelers.
- Wednesday Dive-In Movie Nights – family film series are shown outdoors by the infinity pool, where Executive Chef Lauren Callighen serves her homemade riffs on classic popcorn with caramel, kettle corn, and nachos, along a selection of irresistible nostalgic candy creations.
- New Children’s Menu
- Kids Eat Free, for children 12 years and under, from selections on the new Children’s Menu at O’Soleil and LunAsea with each adult entrée ordered.
- “Children’s Hour” Early Dining, from 5-8 p.m., served in the casual setting at LunAsea offering tasty but organic, fresh and wholesome dishes that go beyond Nuggets and Fries, although they have them too.
- Hands-on Cookie Baking sessions for kids, which will then be delivered to their rooms at bedtime with organic milk.
- En Suite Family Pizza Chef (added cost), Executive Chef Lauren Callighen’s homemade pizza fixings delivered to the suite’s gourmet kitchen.
- Finding Nemo, complimentary snorkel equipment for exploring the underwater world of tropical fish life found in the calm, shallow waters in front of The Somerset beach, one of the Caribbean’s clearest reef areas.
- Babysitting Service, one 3-hour service provided by certified and warm staff of The Somerset.
- Children’s Welcome Gift, for all little guests upon arrival.
About The Somerset on Grace Bay
The Somerset is located on the pristine beach at scenic Grace Bay, in the Providenciales of Turks & Caicos Islands, a brief hour and twenty minute flight from Miami and an easy three hour, non-stop flight from New York, with service from most other major U.S. and Canadian gateways. The resort’s O’Soleil restaurant is one of the top tables in the Caribbean, serving the inspired, contemporary fare of Executive Chef Lauren, and a more casual menu at the LunAsea poolside restaurant. Open since June 2006, the 54 exceptionally large suites ranging from 1,353 to 5,327 square feet feature marble baths, gourmet kitchens and whimsically designed interiors by Keith Baltimore. Rates for The Somerset, start at $600 in peak winter season and at $350 during summer value season. The resort is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and has been providing guests with a five-star luxury experiences since its inception. For reservations and more information, visit www.thesomerset.com or call toll free 877.887.5722, or the local hotel number at 1-649-946-5900.
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