Kiawah island, South Carolina

One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC 29455

Why kiawah island?

Voted the #1 Resort in the South in the Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, Kiawah Island Golf Resort is our Future City destination in 2025, with luxury golf and beach vacations near Charleston, South Carolina. You can indulge in five-star accommodations, world-class resort amenities, award-winning recreational activities, and some of the most respected golf courses in the nation.
You’ll enjoy all of this and more in distinctively tranquil natural surroundings for your Future City visit. 

ENHANCE YOUR FUTURE CITY EXPERIENCE

ATTENDEES WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY
to unwind and enjoy a variety of activities on the main day of the retreat, Monday, March 10.

Whether you’re looking to hone your golf skills on a world-class course, explore the local culinary scene, or simply relax and soak up the natural beauty of the area, there’s something for everyone at Future City.

Reservation required for all activities through TRD’s events team.

THE OCEAN GOLF COURSE

Tee off on one of the world’s most renowned courses, host to multiple major championships. Unmatched in quality, shot values and sheer beauty, the Pete Dye-designed course offers a true test of skill and challenge along its seaside holes.

SEA ISLAND DISTILLERY TOUR

Charleston and the surrounding sea islands are renowned for Lowcountry scenic landscapes and culinary culture.

SKEET SHOOTING

Test your marksmanship skills with a clay pigeon shooting excursion from 24’ bay boats as can only be experienced on Kiawah Island.

BICYCLE TOUR

Explore Kiawah Island’s miles of scenic trails and miles ofhard packed beaches on a guided bike tour.

PICKLEBALL

Showcase your skills in some friendly competition on the pickleball court.

transportation

Getting to Kiawah Island Resort from Charleston International Airport:
‣ Start driving West on International Boulevard toward Air Cargo Lane
‣ Merge onto I-526 W towards Savannah
‣ Turn right onto Savannah Hwy/US-17S
‣ Turn left onto Main Road – towards Kiawah and Seabrook Islands
‣ Main Road becomes Bohicket Road
‣ Bohicket Road becomes Betsy Kerrison Parkway
‣ Enter next roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Kiawah Island Parkway

Uber / Lyft will run around $90 one way and takes about 40-50 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

HOW CAN I ATTEND FUTURE CITY?

Please fill out the form at this link to apply to attend. A member of our sales team will be in touch.

WHEN AND WHERE WILL FUTURE CITY TAKE PLACE?

Future City 2025 will be hosted at Kiawah Island, South Carolina on March 9 - 11, 2025.

WHY SHOULD I ATTEND FUTURE CITY?

Future City is where principals in real estate gather to uncover the latest socio-economic and urban ecology influences on urban planning and design.

WHO ATTENDS FUTURE CITY?

More than 200 real estate industry leaders, academics, technologists and experts in construction, development, and architecture. Past attendees include:

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Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of candid conversations and idea sharing of the most out-there & innovative thinking on urban development. 

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