Japan’s iconic sakura, celebrated for its delicate pink petals and enchanting fragrance, is set to bloom at The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi.
This spring, the resort has thoughtfully curated a series of sakura-inspired experiences, including a delectable Sakura Afternoon Tea, an indulgent cherry blossom spa treatment, and delightful sakura-themed activities for children.
As the sakura season traditionally begins in March, travelers longing for Japan need look no further. The legendary island of Langkawi brings the beauty of Japan to life, offering the perfect escape for couples seeking a romantic spring getaway or families in search of unforgettable, family-friendly adventures.
Sakura Afternoon Tea by the Andaman Sea
The tropics meets the Land of the Rising Sun, as the resort’s culinary team has created a pink sakura afternoon tea, filled with delicate sweets and savories. Luxuriate and experience a sakura afternoon tea with a view of the azure waters of the Andaman Sea, at either the adults-only Horizon bar or family-friendly The Beach Grill.
Start with the likes of Pink Sakura Uramaki, shrimp, pickled cucumber, radish and wasabi-mayo filled sushi rolls, before tucking into the Stuffed Smoked Salmon Bombolini and more. End the afternoon tea with delightful confections such as the Sakura Ruby Chocolate Tart, Cherry Blossom Profiteroles, Cherry Blossom Madelines and much more, accompanied by a pot of tea.
The Sakura Afternoon Tea is available daily throughout March, from 2.00pm to 5.00pm at Horizon and The Beach Grill, retailing at MYR 220 per set. Each set is suitable for two persons.
Cherry Blossom Relaxation at The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Step inside the iconic ‘Bubu’ spa pavilions, whose conical architecture is inspired by the traditional fishermen’s nets, and emerge with a spring in your step. The award-winning spa invites couples to experience the Cherry Blossom Relaxation, which starts with a one-hour couples relaxation massage, followed by a rejuvenating 45-minute Pink Blossom body scrub. This pampering treatment ends with a soothing cup of Sweet Sakura Tea and a surprise gift for couples to take home, as a treasured memento of this blissful experience. The Cherry Blossom Relaxation is available throughout March, at MYR 1,700 per couple.
Sakura Arts & Crafts at Ritz Kids
Young explorers can unleash their creativity together with Leo the Lion, the friendly mascot of Ritz Kids who will accompany them on their spring adventures. Your little ones will have fun painting cherry blossoms using the traditional art form of Batik, before getting crafty by making their own Spring Keychains, DIY Flower Bracelets and DIY Cherry Blossom Bookmarks, to a sakura-themed food art class that will be both educational and tasty. The Ritz Kids team will also adorn their faces with pretty flowers and blossoms with Sakura Face Painting, as well as leading them through the resort’s lush garden for the Nature Scavenger Hunt.
Monday, 10.30AM: Sakura Face Painting (complimentary)
Tuesday, 2.30PM: DIY Flower Bracelet (MYR 30); 4.30PM: Blossom Batik Painting (MYR 80)
Wednesday, 2.30PM: DIY Bookmark Making (complimentary)
Thursday, 10.30AM: Nature Scavenger Hunt (complimentary)
Friday, 4.30PM: Food Art Class (complimentary)
Saturday. 2.30PM: Blossom Batik Painting (MYR 80)
Sunday, 3.30PM: Spring Keychain Crafting (complimentary)
Guests seeking more information on the Sakura-themed promotions can call the resort’s 24-hour line at +604-952-4888 or visit the hotel website.
Source – The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
