There’s a lovely alchemy that takes place when you mix sunshine and a leafy park. Add a picnic basket full of goodies and you’re on your way to a memorable outdoor escape. At The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, guests can embrace springtime in the city with a gourmet picnic-to-go lunch in Central Park, featuring fresh fare thoughtfully curated by Executive Chef Andrew Burriesci.

Follow up your meal with a leisurely horse-and-carriage ride along the park’s byways or row-boating on one of the park’s lakes, then head back to the hotel to enjoy a massage, facial or wellness therapy at La Prairie Spa. The 50 Central Park Signature Ritual plays on your outdoor picnic experience with an aromatherapy massage and scents evoking the florals and botanicals of Central Park. New spring menu items include the Glass Skin Facial signature treatment, utilizing White Caviar Light Concentrate and gentle lymphatic drainage practices. Before or after your therapy, unwind in the steam room or in the serenity of the spa lounge.

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“Spring in New York is truly magical, and we take pride in offering a selection of amenities that allows our guests to embrace the season fully,” said Andrew Rogers, general manager, The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. “Whether it’s a tranquil afternoon in Central Park with our picnic in the park offering or indulging in a new treatment at our world-class spa, every element is designed to immerse guests in the beauty and energy of this special time of year in the city.”

For your stay, choose from a collection of suites like the 2,175-square-foot Royal Suite; The Presidential Suite; or The Artist’s Gate Suite, which offers its own billiards room and a telescope for city gazing. Book the Wellness in the Park stay, and receive a $300 credit at the spa, along with a complimentary American breakfast for two.