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EXPERIENCE UNFORGETTABLE SPRING CELEBRATIONS AT GRANDE LAKES ORLANDO

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1 year ago

March 13, 2025

Orlando’s premier luxury destination will celebrate the spring with specially curated events and programing for guests and locals

ORLANDO, Fla., March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, will celebrate the spring with a lineup of seasonal themed events. Headlined by exciting Easter weekend programming. Grande Lakes Orlando invites all to participate in this year’s spring programming, including experiences for Easter, Mother’s Day, the Kentucky Derby, and more.

Easter Celebrations

Grande Lakes Orlando will host extravagant events for the Easter holiday, with a weekend full of over-the-top themed events and dining experiences for everyone to enjoy, including:

Grande Easter Egg Hunt: On Easter Morning, Grande Lakes Orlando hosts its annual Easter egg hunt on the scenic Da Vinci Lawn – the largest Easter egg hunt in Orlando. The event will take place from 10:00am-12:00pm for guests up to 12 years old. Reservations can be booked here.Cotton Tail Tea: Over Easter Weekend, The Ritz-Carlton Lobby Lounge will offer a Cotton Tail Tea, preparing a curated selection of tea by Tea Forte and sweets, alongside a visit from the Easter Bunny. The Cotton Tail Tea will take place on Saturday, April 19 and 20 at 11:00am and 3:00pm. Reservations can be booked here.Golden Ticket: Children arriving to Grande Lakes Orlando over Easter Weekend will be welcomed with a special chocolate bar, with five bars having a Grande Golden Ticket within. The five lucky winners from each hotel will be honored on Easter Sunday in the Citrus Garden, receiving a holiday-themed gift and shipment of 50 pounds of chocolate from the Easter Bunny.Easter Bunny’s Furry Friends: On April 19 and 20 from 12:00pm-4:00pm, Grande Lakes Orlando guests can head to the Valencia Lawn for an exciting animal meet and greet and holiday treats.Highball & Harvest Easter Brunch: On April 20 from 10:00am-2:00pm, Highball & Harvest will host an Easter Brunch featuring a selection Southern-inspired holiday dishes. Reservations can be booked here.Citron Easter Breakfast: On April 20 from 7:00am to 11:00am, guests can spring into fun at Citron’s Easter Breakfast Buffet. Reservations can be booked here.Primo Easter Brunch: On April 20 from 11:00am to 2:00pm, enjoy an exclusive à la carte Easter brunch at the Forbes 4-Star and MICHELIN Recommended restaurant. Reservations can be booked here.

Special Events

The Magic Show presented by acclaimed magician and America’s Got Talent finalist, Drew Thomas and his award-winning colleagues. The Magic Show combines mind-bending magic, large-scale illusions, and humor to create an electrifying atmosphere. Available year-round and Thursday-Sunday in March, click here to reserve.

On St. Patrick’s Day, Grande Lake Orlando will celebrate with green cocktails and a special menu at the Lobby Lounge, as well as a holiday menu at Highball & Harvest, which can be booked here.

Grande Lakes Orlando will kick off the spring on March 21 with Ready, Set, Bloom! at the EvrBar Terrace, which will feature refreshing spring cocktails and a lively atmosphere. Reservations can be booked here.

On Sunday, April 27, The Ritz-Carlton Spa Orlando, Grande Lakes will host the Spa Spring Fling. This event will feature exclusive treatments, sample products from luxury brands, hors d’oeuvres with champagne and unlimited access to spa facilities. Additionally, this spring guests can reserve a Deluxe Valmont Cabana at The Ritz-Carlton pool and receive an exclusive Valmont tote, designed specifically for the resort, with Valmont’s Daily Veil. Reservations can be booked here.

On Kentucky Derby Day, Grande Lakes Orlando will host a Top Hat Viewing Party in The Ritz-Carlton Lobby Lounge and Kentucky Derby Party in EvrBar. At the Lobby Lounge, guests are invited to dress up in their finest Derby attire to indulge in delicious appetizers and mint juleps. Reservations can be made here. While at EvrBar, guests will be transported to Churchill Downs with a selection of Woodford Reserve and Old Forester Bourbon.

To celebrate Cinco De Mayo, poolside alfresco restaurant Bleu will provide fresh guacamole and margaritas, alongside great music and lively vibes.

Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, Grande Lakes Orlando will host exciting mom-themed dining experiences, including:

Mother’s Day Tea: On Mother’s Day weekend, Grande Lakes Orlando will make Mother’s Day memorable with an exclusive holiday themed tea party with teas by Tea Fote at The Ritz-Carlton Lobby Lounge. The Mother’s Day Tea will take place at 11:00am on May 10 and 11:00am and 3:00pm on May 11, providing live entertainment and a unique gift for all moms in attendance. Reservations can be booked here.Highball & Harvest Mother’s Day Brunch: On Mother’s Day from 10:00am to 2:00pm, Highball & Harvest will feature a diverse selection of dishes to enjoy. Reservations can be booked here.Primo Festa Della Mamma: Held at Primo, diners can enjoy homemade pasta, local ingredients and garden-focused cocktails. In addition, Mom will be served a complimentary glass of Taittinger Champagne. Reservations can be booked here.

Travelers are encouraged to take advantage of the resort’s popular overnight packages available, all year for an ideal Florida vacation getaway, including the “Grande Escape Package,” which provides up to a $100 daily resort credit and complimentary parking representing savings of $230+.

About Grande Lakes Orlando
Hidden in the heart of Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando sits on 500 lush acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. The resort features a 582-room Ritz-Carlton, 1,010-room JW Marriott hotel, the 40,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton spa as well as three picture-perfect pools. The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Tennis Club, which hosts the PNC Championship, includes an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. A dozen celebrated dining venues throughout include MICHELIN Recommended and Forbes Travel Guide 4-Stars Knife & Spoon, a steak and seafood restaurant led by award-winning chef John Tesar, and MICHELIN Recommended and Forbes Travel Guide 4-Stars Primo, Mediterranean/Italian fare by multiple James Beard award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, a leader in the farm-to-fork movement. Grand Lakes Orlando restaurants source fresh ingredients from Whisper Creek Farm, an on-property 18,000-square-foot working farm, as well as on-site apiaries. The resort features a wide array of additional activities: kayaking, eco-tours on Shingle Creek, falconry, mountain biking and fishing school. Conference and meeting attendees have their pick of meeting space options located across 150,000 square feet plus more than 100,000 square feet of outdoor space. Grande Lakes is located 15 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, five minutes from the Orange County Convention Center and minutes from the major theme parks.

Follow Grande Lakes Orlando @grandelakesorlando on Instagram and grandelakesorlando on Facebook. Also, The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott on Twitter @RC_Orlando and @JW_Orlando, Instagram @ritzcarltonorlando and @jwmorlando and Facebook ritzcarltonorlando and jwmarriottorlando. For more information, visit www.grandelakes.com.

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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May 3, 2026

Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped families navigate immigration. OCI processing is one of our most impactful services, connecting the Indian diaspora to their heritage. We’re proud to bring our expertise to help families secure OCI status with confidence. Evan James, CEO

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

New OCI Application — For foreign nationals of Indian origin, spouses of Indian citizens or existing OCI card holders, and minor children with at least one Indian parent applying for OCI status for the first time.OCI Card Renewal — For card holders whose OCI card has expired, or whose linked passport has been renewed or replaced and requires an updated booklet.Re-issuance (Age Milestones) — OCI cards must be re-issued when minors reach the age of 18 and again when card holders turn 50, due to significant changes in appearance. Peninsula Visa guides clients through both transitions seamlessly.Miscellaneous OCI Services — Covering corrections to existing records, lost or damaged card replacement, address changes, and other administrative updates to the OCI file.

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Expert Guidance — Dedicated OCI specialists with deep knowledge of consulate requirements, eligibility rules, and documentation standards across all service types.High Approval Rate — A meticulous multi-stage review process that identifies and resolves issues before submission, dramatically reducing the likelihood of rejection or delay.Fast Turnaround — Standard processing in 12-15 Business Days for most OCI service types, with real-time status updates throughout the process.End-to-End Support — Personalized document checklists, secure document uploads, expert form preparation, consulate submission, and post-submission tracking — all in one place.

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

“For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration documentation. OCI processing is one of the most impactful services we have ever added — it directly connects the Indian diaspora to their heritage country in a lasting, meaningful way. We are proud to bring our proven expertise and client-centric approach to this important service, and we look forward to helping thousands of families secure their OCI status with confidence.”

Founded in 1975, Peninsula Visa has built its reputation on precision, transparency, and a genuine commitment to client outcomes. The addition of OCI processing services reflects the company’s ongoing mission to expand its offerings to meet the evolving needs of immigrants and their families across the United States.

Get Started Today

Eligible applicants can begin their OCI journey by visiting Peninsula Visa’s dedicated OCI Services page. New users can take advantage of the 20% launch discount by entering promo code OCI20 at checkout when selecting any OCI service type.

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Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

Published

1 hour ago

May 3, 2026

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

Get Started Today

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Booking.com’s Latest Travel and Sustainability Research Reveals Australian Generational Paradox

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May 3, 2026

SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel. With insights from 32,500 travellers across 35 markets globally, including 1,000 from Australia, this year’s research highlights a generational paradox.

While 83% of Australian travellers say that more sustainable travel is important to them, older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete actions, despite younger generations often expressing stronger sustainability intentions.

Older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete sustainable actions, with almost two–thirds of Boomers across Asia Pacific (63%) saying they will shop more at local, independent stores on their trips, three–quarters (75%) planning to reduce general waste, and 63% intending to reduce energy consumption, higher than Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z.However, younger travellers are leading in cultural and conservation management; more than a quarter of Gen Z (27%) and Millennials (26%) participated in a tour or activity that contributed to the health or conservation of the local ecosystem or wildlife.Extreme weather is actively reshaping travel choices. Nearly three-quarters of Australian travellers said they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (72%), and timing (75%), and 27% reported having cancelled or changed trip plans in the past twelve months due to extreme weather or natural disaster.Australian travellers are shifting when and where they travel, seeking reliable climates and comfort. 43% say they plan to avoid overcrowded tourist destinations, 42% plan to travel outside of peak season, and 26% will seek out destinations with cooler temperatures.In 2025, travellers booked more than 100 million room nights on Booking.com at accommodation partners with a third-party sustainability certification, including at 363 third-party certified Australian properties.

To find Booking.com’s full 2026 research, visit here.

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