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Midwest Roadshow

Minneapolis • Chicago Downtown • Chicago Suburbs • Milwaukee
June 11-12, 2026

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People seated around a long dinner table raise glasses of red wine for a toast, with candles and greenery as centerpiece decorations.

You plan extraordinary experiences for a living.
Now it’s your turn to be inspired.

Retreats Resources is setting the table for the Midwest’s top meeting and incentive event planners — and you’re invited.

Our Midwest Luxury Hospitality Showcases will be hosted in four of the region’s most exceptional venues, each paired with chef-driven cuisine that’s worthy of your most discerning programs. We’ll be rolling through your area with a stellar choice of hospitality partners that read like a fine dining menu. ;)

Wherever you are, there’s a showcase designed with you in mind. Join us for the stop nearest you, and meet with the luxury hotels, resorts and destination partners you’ve been wanting to see! Go home with premium gifting, and participate in a fabulous silent auction of travel packages and more, all to benefit Wine to Water. Expect genuine inspiration, remarkable cuisine, and an intimate look at the hotels that deserve a prominent place in your event portfolio.

SAVE THE DATE for these events today!
Registration will be opening soon.

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Minneapolis

Tuesday, June 9

Boketto

The Shops at West End
1607 West End Blvd
St Louis Park, MN 55416

Boketto is an award winning steakhouse providing a memorable dining experience with a culinary journey through the Mediterranean & Asian flavors.

Itinerary
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Luxury Hospitality Showcase
12:30 - 2:00 PM Lunch and silent auction
Boketto steakhouse in St Louis Park, MN. Modern restaurant interior with dark walls, blue velvet chairs, wooden tables, and artistic hanging light fixtures, featuring a visible bar area in the background.

Chicago Downtown

Wednesday, June 10

The Hampton Social River North

353 W Hubbard St
Chicago, IL 60654

The Hampton Social - River North is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located in the River North Neighborhood of Downtown Chicago, our flagship location and first restaurant in the group, boasts their signature “Rosé All Day lounge,” a lively bar, main dining area and private dining spaces. Known for their lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food and cocktails in a beautifully designed atmosphere.

Itinerary
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Luxury Hospitality Showcase
12:30 - 2:00 PM Lunch and silent auction
The Hampton Social River North in Chicago, IL. Bright cafe interior with wooden tables, white bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a green wall featuring the words "Life's a BEACH" in white script.

Chicago Suburbs

Thursday, June 11

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille Schaumburg

Located in the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg
1780 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Perry’s Schaumburg brings their award-winning menu, amazing ambiance, unique signatures, table side presentations and their exceptional service to one exquisite location. And oh, did we mention the PORK CHOP?

Itinerary
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Luxury Hospitality Showcase
12:30 - 2:00 PM Lunch and silent auction
Modern steakhouse and grill restaurant exterior at dusk, illuminated signage reading “Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill” with large windows and landscaped entrance.

Milwaukee

Friday, June 12

Bacchus - A Bartolotta Restaurant

Located in Cudahy Tower Apartments
925 E Wells St
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Located along the Milwaukee Lakefront, Bacchus is a contemporary showcase for fine dining, expansive wine list, and impeccable service.

Itinerary
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Luxury Hospitality Showcase
12:30 - 2:00 PM Lunch and silent auction
Exterior of Cudahy Tower featuring a glass-enclosed patio area and signage for Bacchus, a Bartolotta restaurant, on a cloudy day.
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Meet our Luxury Hospitality Partners
The hospitality partners below will be with us in the Midwest region.

* Please note: Not all properties will be in all cities, and more are pending

AIC Hotel Group
American Guest
Asher Adams
Casa de Campo
Castelfalfi
Club Med
Conrad Tulum
Corazon Cabo
Discover Newport (R.I.)
Experience Scottsdale
Guanacaste DMO
Hilton West Palm Beach
Loews Hotels Global Sales
Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB
Ocean Resort Properties
Omni Homestead
Palladium Hotel Group
Paws Up Montana
Pinehurst Resort
Pyramid Global - Chatham Bars Inn,
AZ Biltmore, Naples Grand, La Cantera
Rosewood Miramar Beach
St. Regis Punta de Mita
Stein Collection
The Palms and Shore Club
The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
W South Beach

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What We Hear From You

“Retreats Resources delivered one of the most impressive roadshows I have attended in my 20+ year career in hospitality. I was truly blown away by the level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail demonstrated by the entire team…

Jess C., The Ritz Carlton Kapalua
Two women sit at a table with brochures, a tablet, and promotional materials, engaged in a lively conversation during a Retreats Resources’ luxury hospitality showcase.
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Dessert, anyone?

Our sweet gifting partners.

Our gifting partners, Global Gifting and Maui Jim, will be on hand to share their fantastic products and reward you for your engagement with our hospitality partners!

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Two women wearing aprons hold trays of appetizers and drinks, smiling in a kitchen setting.

BON APPÉTIT

We hope you’ll join us at the table. Each showcase is an independent event — attend the one that suits your schedule and location.

Save the date now!

Bon appétit — and we look forward to seeing you soon.


For More Information Please Contact One of the Following:

Carol Owen, Founder & President - Retreats Resources
Carol Owen
Founder & President

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919-259-9051

Whitney Bradley, Vice President  - Retreats Resources
Whitney Bradley
Vice President & Partner

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864-420-5986

Cindy O’Gorman, Director of Sales - Retreats Resources
Cindy O’Gorman
Director of Business Development

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919-434-8977

Rachel Johnson, Event Manager - Retreats Resources
Rachel Johnson
Program Manager

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864-905-6443

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