As guests and families rethink their “home office” and the “classroom” this year, hotels around the globe are evolving to meet the needs of travellers who are looking for a change of scenery and opting to blend virtual work and school with travel. Whether guests are planning an extended remote family escape or simply looking to move their virtual zoom calls from the dining room to a beachfront oasis, Hilton is offering an array of packages from the United Arab Emirates and London, to Bali and Mexico for those travellers embracing the “workcation” and “schoolcation” trend.
Plus, guests will enjoy extra peace of mind from check-in to check-out with Hilton’s new program, Hilton CleanStay, which delivers an industry-leading standard of cleanliness and disinfection in Hilton properties across the world.
Study hard and play hard at the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
The popular family-friendly resort has introduced the perfect offer for families with kids who are online learning – Study Hard, Play Hard. From Sunday to Thursday, families can enjoy a delightful change of scenery from their homes and visit the beautiful resort for some fun during the school week, after homework is done of course! The expansive resort offers incredible family-friendly facilities, including a kid’s club with a climbing wall, arcade games and an extensive outdoor playground bound to keep the entire family entertained throughout their three-night staycation. Study Hard, Play Hard is the perfect excuse to treat the family to a refreshing workspace with rewarding facilities after working hard throughout the day.
Experience luxurious workspaces at The Waldorf Hilton, London
The iconic London hotel has partnered with the innovative and luxury furniture design company Herman Miller to offer a new room type featuring a dedicated, luxury office space connected to an Executive Room. The new offering is part of the Work from The Waldorf package that the hotel is providing for business travelers who are either required to quarantine upon arrival at London or professionals who are looking for an iconic hotel paired with a dedicated workspace in the city. Working with Herman Miller’s newly refurbished Kingsway showcase venue, the new workstations offer the best in ergonomic design paired with an abundance of luxury amenities, including a sumptuous breakfast delivered to the guests daily. Expertly crafted office furniture will help enable guests to reach new levels of productivity and peak performance while staying at the hotel. The Work from The Waldorf package is available for a minimum seven-day period.
Extend the workcation at Conrad Koh Samui
Forget imagining a white sand beach outside your office window – located on a secluded hill on Koh Samui’s southwestern tip, your new tropical villa ‘office’ will include a private infinity pool that overlooks the Gulf of Thailand. Rooms feature everything one might need for a productive working day, as well as a dedicated personal resort host. Spend your lunchbreak indulging in Thai-inspired tasting menus from Jahn or dine by the pool at Azure Bar and Grill. In case the warm tropical weather and stunning sea views are not enough to relax after work, take advantage of the 20% spa discount for an additional work-life balance boost. Over 3,000 wine vintages from The Cellar await to turn your out-of-office hours into a truly atmospheric experience. Treat yourself to a luxurious office upgrade and book your seven-day or 15-day workcation.
Revel at Conrad Bali
Elevate your celebrations by spending it at the luxurious beachfront resort on the iconic Indonesian island. Located on Bali’s southern coast, it encapsulates the energy of the Island of Gods. Embrace celebrating holidays the Balinese way by greeting the Lunar New Year while overlooking the dazzling blues of the Indian Ocean, or by embarking on an Easter Egg hunt in the lush gardens of the resort. Create memorable experiences and immerse yourself in the festivities with Conrad Bali’s Festive Half-Board offer.
Trade video calls for trails at Waldorf Astoria Park City
Guests searching for an extended tranquil mountain escape can indulge in the hotel’s Home Suite Home package when they book 30 consecutive nights or more in a one-bedroom residential suite (or larger). The luxury hotel’s workcation package includes a $40 daily breakfast credit per bedroom; $400 resort credit per month; weekly garment pressing (up to two garments), premium high-speed internet perfect for video calls; and 20% off the hotel’s Best Available Rate for additional rooms for visitors during their stay. Guests can take a break between calls to unwind in the hotel’s heated outdoor pool or venture outside to enjoy the fresh mountain air with world-class hiking, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking or fishing.
Choose your own history adventure at Capital Hilton
Families looking for a change of scenery can take their virtual learning on the road and soak up American history in the nation’s capital with Capital Hilton’s Nation’s Education Package. As part of the package, families will enjoy accommodations in a spacious junior suite with access to high-speed Wi-Fi, perfect for remote learning or work. For the ultimate after-school activity, families can choose their own history adventure with access to a complimentary Museum and Monuments Map highlighting some of the destination’s top attractions and a socially distanced self-guided walking tour of some of Washington, D.C.’s most famous neighborhoods.
Work from paradise at Conrad Punta de Mita
In between video calls, guests can soak up the sun and take in Conrad Punta de Mita’s serene landscapes and aquamarine waters with the hotel’s Stay Longer & Work from Paradise package. When guests book two weeks, they’ll receive the third week on the hotel and enjoy 20 percent off food and beverage, premium Wi-Fi, free laundry, technical support for remote work or school and for families, a certified tutor on request and complimentary use of the hotel’s Kid Club. Between work and school, guests can indulge in three expansive pools, a two-mile-long beach, access to the Litibu Golf Course (at an additional cost), outdoor fitness lawn for yoga and stretching, unique indoor/outdoor Conrad SPA experience, and exquisite al fresco dining options.
Swap study hall for stunning ocean views at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts’ newest coastal retreat offers families the ultimate in a serene remote learning getaway with Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club’s Edu-Cations package. Families can study and stay and enjoy access to luxury accommodations, a personal dedicated study room complete with premium Wi-Fi, a stand-up desk, seating area, printers/scanner and private terrace; access to expert on-demand homework assistance powered by Tutor.com and a $100 daily resort credit. After school and studying are complete, families can enjoy access to some of the hotel’s top outdoor activities including surfing, cycling, SUP tours, family fitness classes and more.
Take a dive break with the hotel’s general manager at Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino
For those who want to work with natural sunlight, fresh breezes, white sand and lush palm trees, this beachfront paradise invites travelers to escape to One Happy Island for an extended stay. With Hilton Aruba’s Escape to Happiness package, guests stay for three weeks and get the fourth week free. The offer includes full daily breakfast for two, 20% discount on F&B and Spa services, and premium Wi-Fi. Additionally, for every 28 days that guests book the package, guests will receive one two-tank boat dive (or snorkel) for up to two people with the hotel’s General Manager Vasco Baselli (operated by Red Sail sports) and one Sunset Concierge Dining Experience for two.
Experience a luxurious working getaway at Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa
Perched on the hilltops in north Mahé and nestled amongst lush greenery, the hotel offers the ideal working environment; benefitting from spacious accommodation, meeting rooms and a peaceful library during the day, whilst enjoying the luxurious facilities, attentive service and a host of activities on offer once it’s time to clock-off. Available for stays of 10 nights or more, the workation package welcomes guests to stay in one of the hotel’s Grand Oceanview Pool Villas – a tree-house style villa with panoramic views and a private infinity pool, complete with an expansive terrace where your desk can be set up for an enviable working backdrop. After a productive day, choose from a range of complimentary activities, including snorkeling and kayaking, where guests can unwind and relax as they discover the incredible marine life that surrounds the picturesque hotel. For even more leisurely days, guests can enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner, either poolside in-villa or on the beach, and one of the hotel’s famous floating breakfasts in their private pool – both part of the package rate.
Switch to a tropical Zoom background at the DoubleTree by Hilton – Allamanda Resort & Spa
Set in picturesque landscaped gardens, Allamanda is a boutique resort with only 30 guest rooms, and its location on the south east of the island makes it perfectly placed to act as a bolthole to explore this incredible island. Guests can spend their days discovering hidden sandy coves, relaxing on one of the nearby beaches with rum shacks and pop-up bars, exploring the hiking trails that wind through the south of the island, or picking up souvenirs from Le Jardin du Roi, an 80-acre spice garden with a rich history. The workation package is available to those staying for 10 nights or more and includes half board as standard, as well as high speed internet, access to meeting spaces, and complimentary activities for downtime, including snorkeling and kayaking. With a focus on those who want to get out and explore, the package also includes complimentary car rental for a day during guests’ stay. Allamanda’s guest rooms offer spacious accommodation, with balconies overlooking the hotel’s private beach and the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, guaranteeing to create a calming work environment.