Mid-Atlantic Roadshow Stop #3 – Pendry Washington, DC – The Wharf

Our final stop on our 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow brings us to Pendry Washington, DC – The Wharf. Opening in October 2022, Pendry DC is Washington’s latest, greatest, hottest hotel along the trendy Wharf waterfront district. Pendry features 131 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including 38 suites with a warm residential-inspired feel to them in this sleek glass-wrapped exterior.

D.C. veteran Executive Chef Barry Koslow helms all three restaurants and bars at Pendry, with a wide range of culinary focus taking you on a nomadic adventure for your taste buds. The hotel’s classic lobby bar is the ultra-chic Bar Pendry. Rich velvet upholstery in dark blues, brushed bronze details, and vintage décor.

On the second floor is Flora Flora, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner inspired by the cuisines of Mexico and Peru. Featuring small plates prepared with local ingredients and served in a bright, light-filled dining room with plenty of greenery, it also offers stunning river vistas.

And lastly, Moonraker, Pendry’s sophisticated rooftop restaurant and bar is anchored by a spectacular circular bar with a striking light installation above it and jaw-dropping waterfront views. The Japanese-inspired menu features light bites, sushi rolls, and a curated selection of whisky and cocktails.

Come see for yourself and join us in Washington, DC on Thursday, February 23rd from 10 am – 2 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase and Luncheon, as well as corporate gifting from Maui Jim and Seiko. We look forward to welcoming you to Pendry Washington and the final stop on the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow!

Mid-Atlantic Roadshow Stop #2 – Steak 48, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

For our second stop we are heading back to Steak 48 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow. It was such a hit last year are ready to go back again!

An upscale steakhouse in the heart of downtown Philly Steak 48 is a sprawling space with warm, contemporary features with a comfortable but sleek, sexy, and stylish atmosphere; from intimate private dining experiences to a spacious mezzanine and vibrant bar. With a 12,000 square foot ground floor, they are able to seat up to 450 people at full capacity.

And while known for its in-house butcher shop and mid-western sourced steaks and Wagyu beef brought in from Mishima Reserve it is also known for its raw bar with Alaskan king crab, Maine lobster and freshly shucked oysters, as well as a 3,000 bottle wine vault, appealing to many tastes when it comes to fine dining.

Come see for yourself and join us in the City of Brotherly Love on Wednesday, February 22nd from 10 am – 2 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase and Luncheon, as well as corporate gifting from Maui Jim and Seiko. We look forward to welcoming you to Steak 48 and the second stop on the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow.

Mid-Atlantic Roadshow Stop #1 – River House at Odette’s, New Hope, Pennsylvania

We are kicking off our 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow in New Hope, Pennsylvania this year at River House at Odette’s.

New Hope is a scenic small town located along the Delaware River. With a quaint Main Street home to eclectic shopping, New Hope features riverside restaurants and cultural attractions a little over an hour’s drive from both New York City and Philadelphia!

River House at Odette’s is a boutique, luxury hotel that includes 36 guest rooms and 12 suites, featuring spa-inspired baths, curated furnishings and river and mountain views. The hotel also features a ballroom with a 200-person capacity overlooking the Delaware River, as well as additional meeting rooms.

Dining options include three establishments, including its main namesake restaurant, Odette’s Restaurant & Lounge, the Piano Lounge cocktail parlor, and members-only ROOF, inspired by the spirited 1970s.

Come see for yourself and join us in New Hope on Tuesday, February 21st from 10 am – 2 pm for our Luxury Destination Showcase and Luncheon, as well as corporate gifting from Maui Jim and Seiko. We look forward to welcoming you to River House and the first stop on the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Roadshow!

 

Connoisseurs Connections Conference venue spotlight: The Boca Raton

We are looking forward to our invitation-only Connoisseurs Connections Conference next week in Florida and want to put a spotlight on our host property, The Boca Raton.

Coming off a recent $200 million facelift in 2021, the almost 100 year old resort, formally known as The Boca Raton Resort and Club, has shortened its name to simply… The Boca Raton. One of the changes first noticed by its returning guests is the famous pink façade, giving the resort the nickname “pink palace” which has been repainted in its original coastal white. Some of the other redesign of the 200-acre property’s public spaces includes a 50,000 square foot spa with 44 treatment rooms and a lineup of 12 new restaurants.

Another new amenity worth mentioning is the Harborside Pool Club, which features three swimming pools, a floating river, a pool bar, and luxury cabanas with butler service, making this a perfect incentive trip destination.

Now with 1,000 guest rooms, The Boca Raton began in 1926 as a 100-room inn that legendary architect Addison Mizner built with funding from the Ritz-Carlton. Dignitaries, celebrities, and politicians frequented the hotel in those days. The hotel’s opening event was considered “one of the outstanding social events of the season”…which is just what we are hoping will be said of our Connoisseurs Connections Conference!

The Boca Raton manages to pull off an elevated experience with a high level of service and does it with an unpretentious touch, your guests will feel pampered but at home here.

We look forward to sharing more surprises and updates from The Boca Raton with you as our conference progresses…stay tuned next week to follow along!

Venue Spotlight: Stop #1 on the Classic Southeast Roadshow – Vidrio, Raleigh, North Carolina

We are heading out on our final Roadshow of 2022 and we are going to end the year with a BANG! This one promises to be our biggest showcase and biggest gathering of meeting and event professionals of the year. One you will not want to miss!

Retreats Resources brings the Roadshow to you, but did you know we select the host venues with an experience in mind for every Meeting Planner and Event Specialist who attends. Let’s start with a little background on our first stop on the Classic Southeast Roadshow: Vidrio, Raleigh.

Vidrio is a colorful window into the flavors and soul of the Mediterranean kitchen. A creative expression of the passion, people, and lifestyle that have embodied a timeless culture.
Vidrio is the bold vision of restauranteur Lou Moshakos. Built on the philosophy of “love is the most important ingredient,” Vidrio is a family dream years in the making. When Lou speaks of his family, it is always centered around the table and filled with laughter, stories, and love.

This communal tradition of dining and sharing is captured in the essence of Vidrio. Vidrio embraces the Mediterranean dining philosophy – rooting it in the respect for the ingredient, the nourishment of food for our bodies and to use the time around the table to reconnect with each other. Making dining the occasion to gather together.

Vidrio is an open window into the Mediterranean. The vibrant, modern environment is visually mesmerizing and filled with warm, personal hospitality. These touches speak to the patience, creative vision and hard work of Lou Moshakos and his attention to detail to bring this ode to the Mediterranean to Raleigh.

Come join us in Raleigh on Tuesday, November 1st and see for yourself: 9:30 am – 10:00 am VIP Newcomers’ Reception for first time guests ONLY (so we can get to know you!), 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Luxury destination showcase with over exhibitors, and 12:30 – 2:00 pm for a family style lunch.
We look forward to welcoming you to Vidrio on November 1st and the first stop on the Classic Southeast Roadshow! Its gonna be big, y’all!