Ritz-Carlton, Cancun Adds Mayan Volunteer Activity for Groups September 30, 2009
By Donna M. Airoldi
Companies looking to add a service component to their meetings or incentive trips can now help Mayan communities in need when staying at The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun, through its new VolunTeaming program, “Mayan Acquaintance Experience.”
The resort has partnered with Kanché, a local non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in rural Mayan communities, to create the day-long activity. Participants travel to a nearby village to join the locals on projects that will contribute to improve the rural conditions of the, from painting and gardening to carpentry and furniture restoration, which contribute to the improvement of the town’s school. In addition, guests can help to implement recycling programs to raise environmental awareness in the community.
Participants are accompanied by hotel employees, who provide insights into the Mayan culture and help with language translations and skills.
“VolunTeaming offers a unique opportunity for group guests to become more involved with the region and personally enrich their visit through a memorable teambuilding activity,” says Fritz Mercer, the hotel's director of meetings and special events. “The Mayan Acquaintance experience provides a true insight into the Mayan culture while conveying the spirit of giving and building camaraderie among the group.”
Participation in the Mayan Acquaintance Experience requires a donation of $115 per person, which includes a light breakfast, lunch, supplies and round-trip transportation. The activity must be reserved by a minimum of ten participants. Projects with a higher impact on the village’s facilities, such as building a playground, are available for an additional event fee. Profits go directly to Kanché.
For more information about the program, visit ritzcarlton.com or call +(52) 998-881-0808.
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