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TEMECULA

CASUAL DAYTIME MEET AND GREET

Meet at Vaquero Resort in Temecula, CA
41622 Calle Vaquero, Temecula, CA 92592

We will be waiting to greet you! Guests are welcome to arrive at the resort at any time during the day prior to the evening dinner event and enjoy the resort amenities.

WELCOME DINNER EVENT
AND EVENING ACTIVITIES

  • Join us as we kick off Hudsodonia 2026 with a BBQ dinner at Old Town Ranch.
  • After dinner, enjoy some country-western fun as we wrap up the evening at The Temecula Stampede.

BREAKFAST AT
VAQUERO RESORT

We’ll spend the morning at Vaquero Resort enjoying breakfast, relaxation, and time to mingle before our daytime activity.

LUNCH AND
AFTERNOON ACTIVITY

Get ready for a hands-on and rugged, country winery adventure featuring a casual lunch and afternoon winery visits.

EVENING DINNER EVENT

The day will conclude with a private dinner event at Europa Village.

Travel Day

FLIGHT TO CHICAGO &
WELCOME DINNER

  • Hudson Shipping is covering air travel from San Diego to Chicago and will take care of all arrangements for you.
  • We will depart Temecula around 8:00am for the San Diego airport.
  • After arrival in Chicago, we will check in to The Langham Chicago, followed by a casual dinner featuring Chicago favorites.
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TEMECULA

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saturday, 
16 May

CASUAL DAYTIME MEET & GREET

DRESS CODE: Casual attire
Meet at Vaquero Resort in Temecula, CA
41622 Calle Vaquero, Temecula, CA 92592
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We will be waiting to greet you! Guests are welcome to arrive at the resort anytime between 11:00am and 4:00pm.
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In addition to our scheduled activities, guests are welcome to enjoy the property’s amenities, including the pool, hot tub, and waterslide. If you plan to take advantage of the water activities, please remember to bring a swimsuit. We also recommend keeping a change of clothes easily accessible for our transfer to Carter Estate Winery & Resort.
17:15:  Please meet at the Vaquero Resort front entrance for transport to Carter Estate Winery & Resort to settle into your room and prepare for the evening events.
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WELCOME DINNER EVENT & EVENING ACTIVITIES

DRESS CODE: Country western casual attire (cowboy hats will be provided)
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Join us as we kick off Hudsodonia 2026 with a BBQ dinner at Old Town Ranch.
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After dinner, enjoy some country-western fun as we wrap up the evening at The Temecula Stampede.
18:15:  Please meet at the Carter Estate Guest Registration building for transport to Old Town Ranch.
21:30:  Guests will be transported from dinner at the Old Town Ranch to The Temecula Stampede.
23:30 / 00:30 / 01:30:  Buses will be available at 11:30pm, 12:30am, and 1:30am to return guests from The Temecula Stampede to Carter Estate Winery & Resort to retire for the evening.
Sunday, 
17 May

BRunch AT VAQUERO RESORT

DRESS CODE: Casual attire
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We’ll spend the morning at Vaquero Resort enjoying brunch, a short presenation, relaxation, and time to mingle before our daytime activity.
09:00:  Please meet at the Carter Estate Guest Registration building for transport to Vaquero Resort.
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AFTERNOON ACTIVITY

DRESS CODE: Casual attire
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Get ready for a hands-on and rugged, country adventure featuring afternoon winery visits.
11:45:  Please meet at the Vaquero Resort front entrance for transport.
12:00:  Commencement of afternoon activity, including transportation and refreshments.
16:30:  Guests will be returned to Carter Estate Winery & Resort to relax and prepare for the evening dinner event.
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EVENING DINNER EVENT

DRESS CODE: Smart casual attire
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The day will conclude with a private dinner at Europa Village.
19:00:  Please meet at the Carter Estate Guest Registration building for transport to Europa Village.
22:30:  Guests will be transported from dinner at Europa Village to Carter Estate Winery & Resort to retire for the evening. 
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CHICAGO

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Monday, 
18 May

Travel Day

FLIGHT TO CHICAGO
DRESS CODE: Casual attire
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Hudson Shipping is covering air travel to Chicago and will take care of all arrangements for you.
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On arrival in Chicago, you will be transferred directly to Flight Club for dinner & entertainment.
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There will be an opportunity to freshen up upon arrival in Chicago. If you so choose, please ensure you have any necessary items in a bag to fit under your plane seat. Dimensions must be within the following: 13” width X 11" height X 17” length
07:30:  Please be ready to meet at the Carter Estate Guest Registration building to depart for the airport.
17:00:  Approximate Arrival Chicago/Transport to Flight Club
Hudson Shipping will arrange for the transfer of luggage and hotel check in at The Langham on your behalf.
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EVENING DINNER EVENT

DRESS CODE: Casual attire
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After arrival in Chicago, we will head to Flight Club for a casual evening featuring dinner, drinks and interactive darts games.
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Flight Club is an approximately 10 minute walk to The Langham. We will plan to walk back to the hotel with a group at the end of our evening event. Alternatively, please feel free to use rideshare services should you wish to retire early.
TUESDAY, 
19 MAY

Morning AT LEISURE

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You are welcome to enjoy the Club Level breakfast buffet, refreshments, and snacks.
‍*More details are included under "Hotel Accommodations" below.
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Enjoy a free morning to explore Chicago and experience the city your way.
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 Please feel free to visit the link enclosed for suggested activities you may reserve at your discretion.

A few special highlights include Navy Pier, FlyOver and the Wendella Tours & Cruises Architectural Tour (by boat).
*More details are included under "Hotel Accommodations" below.
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AFTERNOON & EVENING ACTIVITY

DRESS CODE: Casual sports attire
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We will gather mid-afternoon and make our way to Wrigley Field for an evening of Cubs baseball, food, and drinks.
16:15:  Please meet at The Langham first floor lobby for transport to Wrigley Field.
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Optional post game entertainment at Sluggers, an acclaimed Wrigleyville hot-spot, will immediately follow the game.
21:00:  We will walk as a group to Sluggers. If you wish to retire early, transporation will be provided from Sluggers to the Langham at approximately 21:30. Otherwise, we recommend using rideshare services to return to The Langham for the night. Please note these times are approximate based on game duration.
WEDNESDAY, 
20 MAY

OFFICE WORKSHOP & LUNCH

DRESS CODE: Business casual attire
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You are welcome to enjoy the Club Level breakfast buffet, refreshments, and snacks.
‍*More details are included under "Hotel Accommodations" below.
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Join us at our Deerfield offices for lunch and an interactive workshop on the future of ship engines and fuels.
10:30:  Please meet at The Langham first floor lobby for transport to Hudson’s Deerfield offices.
12:00:  Lunch will be served on the premises.
15:00:  Guests will be transported from the Hudson offices to The Langham to relax and prepare for the evening dinner event.
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FAREWELL DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT

DRESS CODE: Smart casual attire
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Join us for farewell cocktails and dinner at RPM Seafood.
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Afterwards, continue to the Howl at the Moon after-party for more fun, drinks, music, and entertainment.
19:15:  Please meet at The Langham first floor lobby for our short walk to RPM Seafood.
22:30-01:30:  Please join us at Howl at the Moon (26 W. Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL 60654). Howl at the Moon is about 2 blocks from both RPM Seafood and The Langham, and about a 5-10 minute walk to each.

After all of the fun we anticipate you will enjoy this evening, we recommend using rideshare services to return to The Langham for the night.
Thursday, 
21 MAY

CHECK-OUT & DEPARTURE — THE LANGHAM, CHICAGO

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Please check out by noon and make your way to the airport via rideshare or cab.
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You are welcome to enjoy the Club Level breakfast buffet, refreshments, and snacks prior to checkout.

Please check out by noon, and make your way to the airport via Uber.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

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Covered By Hudson Shipping (Covered By Hudson Shipping)
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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

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HUDSON SHIPPING IS COVERING AIR TRAVEL TO CHICAGO ON MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026, AND WILL TAKE CARE OF ALL ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOU.
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PLEASE BE READY TO MEET AT THE CARTER ESTATE GUEST REGISTRATION BUILDING AT 7:30 AM TO DEPART FOR THE AIRPORT.
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

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HOTEL ROOMS HAVE BEEN RESERVED AT:
CARTER ESTATE WINERY & RESORT
TEMECULA, CA
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Although your overnight accommodations will be at Carter Estate, please proceed directly to the Vaquero Resort property (41622 Calle Vaquero, Temecula, CA 92592) upon your arrival in San Diego or Los Angeles.
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Temecula was chosen as the backdrop for Hudsodonia 2026 for a reason. This region carries the quiet charm of Napa Valley in its earliest days, before the world discovered it. It is a destination still evolving, which is precisely what makes visiting now so special. The accommodations here are simple and unpretentious. We invite you to enjoy this experience and are confident that the beauty and wonder of Temecula will stay with you long after you return home.
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Hudson Shipping will arrange the transfer of guests and their luggage from Vaquero Resort and will handle check-in at Carter Estate on your behalf.
THE LANGHAM
CHICAGO, IL
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330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
website: The Langham, Chicago 
telephone: +1 (312) 923 9988
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Hudson Shipping will arrange the transfer of guests and their luggage from the airport in Chicago and will handle check-in at The Langham on your behalf.
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The Langham Club offers a lavish continental breakfast, elegant afternoon tea, evening cocktails, and refined hors d'oeuvres.
Location: Floor 12C
Attire: Smart Casual
Hours: 6:30am-9:00pm daily
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For your convenience, Hudson has secured two experienced Chicago event planners who will be stationed at the Club Level (Floor 12C). They are available to assist with any and all of your needs, including activity reservations for the day at leisure, as desired.
This itinerary is subject to refinement.‍
LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE RANGE!
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PLEASE CONTACT US AT EVENTS@HUDSONSHIPPING.COM IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS.
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