Dive into mermaid fun at these resorts

Discover the myths and mysteries that are part of mermaid folklore around the world. Here are places where you can learn to swim like the legendary aquatic creature.

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach, Calif.: Every Sunday, youngsters staying at this coastal resort can tap into a little Mermaid Magic. During the 90-minute experience, kids can don a mermaid tail, learn swimming skills from a certified mermaid, play water games and take part in underwater story time. (huntingtonbeach. regency.hyatt.com)

Sanderling Resort, Outer Banks, N.C.: As a student in the resort’s Mermaid School, you and your family can learn a variety of techniques while outfitted in a Fin Fun tail. You’ll work on the dolphin kick, breath control, pearl diving and the mermaid pose. (sanderling-resort. com/explore-land.php)

Monterey Tides, Monterey Bay, Calif.: This beachfront boutique hotel will be celebrating the Siren of the Sea this month. Guests can expect mermaid-themed hair brushes, a jar of mermaid tears, mermaid tail blanket and themed coloring books for kids. (jdvhotels.com/ monterey-tides)

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage, Calif.: Aspiring mermaids ages 6 to 13 with strong swimming skills can put on their tail and enjoy swim- ming through hoops, diving for sea pearls and learning from expert Mermaid In- structors. (omnihotels.com/ hotels/palm-springs-rancholas-palmas)