About this Event
🌿 Midwest Travel Network Conference 2026
📍 McHenry County, Illinois
📅 June 11–13, 2026
🎨 Theme: Naturally Inspired
Join us in McHenry County, IL, for the 2026 Midwest Travel Network Conference—a one-of-a-kind gathering where content creators and destination professionals come together to learn, connect, and grow.
From insightful breakout sessions to unforgettable local experiences, this three-day event offers the perfect mix of education, inspiration, and networking—all in a vibrant small town with a big-city attitude.
🧠 What to Expect
- Dynamic educational sessions led by industry experts
- Curated tracks for Bloggers and CVBs/DMOs
- Power Speed Networking with targeted one-on-one meetings
- Trade show and sponsor engagement
- Creative local experiences that showcase our host destination
- Plenty of networking time to foster authentic connections
🎯 Tailored Learning Tracks
For Bloggers & Content Creators:
- Building stronger partnerships with destinations
- SEO and visibility strategies
- Standing out in a crowded space
For CVBs, DMOs & Brands:
- Best practices for working with bloggers and influencers
- How to host successful FAM trips
- Strategies to get your Midwest destination noticed
💬 What Attendees Are Saying
“Attending the Midwest Travel Network Conference was one of the best investments I’ve ever made in my career as a travel blogger... The sessions were great, but what really stood out was the chance to connect with fellow bloggers and explore the host destination.”
– Stacy Brooks, Tangled Up in Food
“We’ve seen such a great ROI from this conference and travel bloggers interested in visiting St. Cloud.”
– Rachel Thompson, Visit St. Cloud
🧳 Travel & Lodging
Closest Airports:
- O’Hare International Airport (ORD) – 45 min
- Midway International Airport (MDW) – 60 min
- Just 60 miles northwest of Chicago
Hotel Info:
Group rate: $119/night at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake
Booking link coming soon!
ℹ️ Details & Policies
Contact the Organizers:
📧 [email protected]
Refund Policy:
Tickets are non-refundable.
Ticket Transfers:
You may transfer your ticket for a $15 admin fee (up to 2 weeks before the event). To transfer, log into your Eventbrite account and update the name/email on the ticket.
We can't wait to welcome you to McHenry County for an unforgettable 2026 conference!
– Lisa Trudell & Sara Broers
Co-Founders, Midwest Travel Network
🔗 Learn more about our host destination
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake, United States
USD 321.96 to USD 5337.21
