Frequently Asked Questions
Every detail of the weekend has been carefully considered with you in mind. The information provided is meant to make your planning simple, so you can arrive comfortably and ready to engage fully.
If you have a question that is not addressed here, our team would be honored to assist you directly.
Event Overview
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ACHIEVE Alliance is a collective of ministries and Kingdom investors working toward one shared vision: a church in every village, everywhere.
For generations, ministries have faithfully carried the Gospel, made disciples, and planted churches around the world. Yet significant gaps remain. ACHIEVE helps ministries see those gaps more clearly and work together to address them by sharing information, identifying where needs remain, and aligning people and resources more strategically.
ACHIEVE exists to strengthen and connect the work already underway so that, together, ministries and partners can accomplish what no single organization or person could do alone.
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Vision Weekend is an opportunity to see the work of ACHIEVE more closely: what is already happening, where gaps remain, and what becomes possible when ministries and generous partners work together.
Over several unhurried days, guests will hear from leaders engaged in the work and spend time in prayer, worship, conversation, and reflection with others who share this vision. The weekend is intentionally paced to leave room for meaningful connection and rest.
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ACHIEVE Alliance Vision Weekend will take place April 1–4, 2027, at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples in Naples, Florida.
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Vision Weekend brings together a select group of Christian leaders, ministry partners, and generous individuals who share a desire to see the Gospel reach places where it has yet to take root.
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Guests are invited to come ready to listen, learn, pray, and engage in the conversations taking place throughout the weekend.
Vision Weekend is an opportunity to better understand the work, build relationships with those involved, and consider how each of us might help move the shared vision forward.
Program & Experience
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The weekend will include worship and prayer, stories and updates from leaders engaged in the work, and conversations about the progress being made and the challenges that remain. The program is designed to provide a clearer view of the work while leaving room for discussion, reflection, and connection.
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Yes. The schedule is intentionally unhurried, with shared meals and time between sessions for conversation. Space is also built into the weekend for guests to rest, reflect, and enjoy time together.
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Smart casual is appropriate for the duration of the weekend.
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The weekend is designed as an adult-only experience to allow for focused conversation and connection.
Travel & Accommodations
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ACHIEVE Alliance will provide accommodations, breakfasts and dinners, and all programming during Vision Weekend.
Guests are responsible only for their transportation to and from, including airfare and ground transportation to the hotel.
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Vision Weekend will be held at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, located at 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road in Naples, Florida.
The oceanfront resort is located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, with guest rooms, meeting spaces, restaurants, beach access, pools, spa, and other resort amenities all on property.
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ACHIEVE Alliance will provide accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples for Thursday, April 1 through Saturday, April 3, with departure on Sunday, April 4.
The hotel’s standard check-in time is 4:00 PM, and check-out is 11:00 AM.
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Breakfasts and dinners during Vision Weekend are provided by ACHIEVE Alliance.
A detailed schedule, including meal times and locations, will be shared with guests as the weekend approaches.
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We recommend flying into Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, approximately 26 miles from The Ritz-Carlton, Naples.
Guests arriving by private aircraft may also use Naples Airport (APF), approximately 10 miles from the resort.
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Guests are responsible for arranging and covering their own transportation to and from Vision Weekend, including airfare and ground transportation between the airport and the hotel.
Rideshare, taxi, rental car, and private car services are available from Southwest Florida International Airport.
Logistics & Support
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Additional information about the schedule, travel, accommodations, and what to expect during the weekend will be shared with registered guests as Vision Weekend approaches.
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Yes. The Ritz-Carlton’s culinary team is equipped to work with guest allergies, dietary needs, and special meal requests.
Please share any dietary restrictions or food allergies when completing your registration so the event team can coordinate with the hotel in advance.
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Yes. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples offers accessible guest rooms and accessible routes throughout its public spaces, including meeting areas, restaurants, the spa, fitness center, and pool.
Guests who need specific accommodations should share those needs during registration or contact the ACHIEVE event team in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Please contact the ACHIEVE Alliance event team at events@futurecitynow.com.
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Still Have Questions?
Our team would be glad to help. Please complete the form below or email christy.martinez@eastwest.org and a member of the team will be in touch shortly.