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PLATINUM ADVENTURES NEWSLETTER SPRING 2021 DAY TRIPS • EXTENDED TRIPS • SEMINARS • AND MORE! A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Let’s spring forward to warmer days and good times with friends. We’ve planted a garden full of good cheer, and new activities are blooming. For those who are energized and ready to explore, we’ve got a budding list of places to visit and things to see across the country. We’ve also sprinkled in some educational seminars and day trips sprouting up locally.

Since your safety is our utmost concern, we will be practicing social distancing and other protective measures at events. The number of guests on motorcoaches will be limited, face coverings will be used when required, and event attendees will need to sign a waiver. Also, please know all our extended trips include trip insurance, which can give you peace of mind in uncertain times.

At the time of print, the extended trips, outings, and presentations in this newsletter are all scheduled to occur as planned. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, these events may need to be rescheduled or canceled. Please contact me with any questions you may have.

I look forward to seeing you soon! Cathy A. Bulthuis

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF THE EVENTS YOU SEE IN THIS NEWSLETTER, OR TO RSVP, CONTACT ME: CATHY A. BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 | [email protected] FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES ON ANY OF THESE UPCOMING DAY TRIPS, CONTACT YOUR Pay close attention to the means of PLATINUM DAY TRIPS transportation for these trips. Oftentimes, You’ll have the unique opportunity to we will gather and transport the group by ADVENTURES explore the wonders we have nearby. We bus, but there are some events that require DIRECTOR. carefully plan each of our day trips, events, you to commute on your own. As always, if and seminars to ensure they are packed you should have any questions about any with as much adventure and education as of these day trips, or would like to RSVP, possible. Plus, each event offers a great contact your bank’s Platinum Adventures chance to share with friends just what the director at the phone number or email Platinum Adventures Club is all about. listed in this newsletter.

FRIDAY, MAY 14 "Tour Your Town!" Series FRIDAY, MAY 7 EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Leaving a Legacy Lilacia Park EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC 23 W. MAPLE ST. | LOMBARD, IL Suburban Bank & Trust Join us for Lilac Time at Lilacia Park in Lombard. We will meet 150 E. BUTTERFIELD RD. | ELMHURST, IL at the Carriage House across from the park for a docent-led Join our very own Wintrust Investments Vice President, walking tour through Lilacia Park. We will learn about the George DelGuidice, for an informative discussion on how history of the park and the story behind Lilac Time. Also, to invest in your future. George will discuss the best ways the Lilac Emporium gift shop will be open for you to take in which we can transition into estate planning, so we can home a Lombard or Lilac Time memento, should you choose avoid financial pitfalls and leave the legacy we desire. You to. After our tour, we will walk to lunch to enjoy traditional won't want to miss this helpful and informative class. Space Italian food at Rosemary & Jeans. is limited, so call to reserve your spot today. TIME: 11 AM TO 2 PM TIME: 10 AM COST: MEMBERS $35 | NON-MEMBERS $40 COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE Transportation is not provided. 2 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: CATHY BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, MAY 19 Honoring Our Veterans EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Virtual event Join us to recognize the Memorial Day holiday with a moving presentation by Honor Flight, a nonprofit organization created solely to honor America's veterans for all their sacrifices. Honor Flight transports our heroes to Washington, D.C., to visit and reflect at the memorials dedicated to their service and remember their friends. We will also enjoy a special concert filled with patriotic songs sung by Andrew Blendermann.* WEDNESDAY, MAY 26 To register for this event, visit pamay.eventbrite.com. Platinum Adventures Memorial Day Event Online login information will be emailed to you three hours prior to the event. EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Community Bank of Western Springs TIME: 4 PM 1000 HILLGROVE AVE. | WESTERN SPRINGS, IL COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE In recognition of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, let's *Andrew Blendermann is not an affiliate of Wintrust. remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Drive over to the bank today to pick up an American flag gift and a patriotic treat from Platinum Adventures, while supplies last. MORTGAGE OPTIONS TIME: 10 AM TO 3 PM TAILORED FOR YOU THURSDAY, MAY 27 Senior Moments Life can take you many places. Sometimes, it even leads you EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC to a new home. That’s why we’re here. Our professionals can help you downsize, upgrade, or refinance. Whatever your Greek Islands next big decision is, we have the experience and knowledge 300 E. 22ND ST. | LOMBARD, IL to create a mortgage solution that’s perfect for you. Don't miss out on this "early bird" dinner at Greek Islands! While we visit with each other and chat about potential day trips that we can consider taking, we will also enjoy a delicious full Greek meal. Feel free to bring a friend, or come on your own and meet new friends. Either way, we hope to see you there! wintrustmortgage.com TIME: 3 TO 5 PM Residential lending provided by Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank & Trust Company, N.A., a Wintrust Community Bank. NMLS #449042. COST: MEMBERS $35 | NON-MEMBERS $40 Transportation is not provided. 3 TUESDAY, JUNE 1 "Tour Your Town!" Series EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Downtown Hinsdale 5 N. LINCOLN ST. | HINSDALE, IL The Hinsdale Historical Society will guide us on a historical and architectural walking tour through downtown Hinsdale. The roughly one-mile walk features ten stops and will highlight several commercial designs by famed architect R. Harold Zook, who was also known for his Cotswold-style cottages. The tour will conclude at 8 E. First St., a grand Zook building, which originally housed Hinsdale's first motion picture theater and now is home to Italian restaurant Il Poggiolo. Here we will enjoy lunch, where you will have your choice of salmon or chicken breast. FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS TIME: 11 AM TO 1:30 PM COST: MEMBERS $50 | NON-MEMBERS $55 Transportation is not provided. FOR YOU

Whether you’re preparing for retirement, managing your retirement income, or planning for your family’s financial security, we’re here to help. Our team of experts offers THURSDAY, JUNE 3 the personalized attention you deserve with the financial Winery Tour and Luncheon solutions you need for every stage of your life. EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Acquaviva Winery 47W614 ROUTE 38 | MAPLE PARK, IL Join us for a sip and tour at Acquaviva Winery, a family- owned 85-acre estate vineyard and full-service winery. Along with the award-winning wines and delicious pairing cuisine, wintrustwealth.com Acquaviva Winery boasts amazing architecture and hand- painted fine art by world-renowned artist Andrew Zabela. Contact a financial advisor for more information. We will enjoy lunch at the winery, where you'll have a choice Securities, insurance products, financial planning, and investment management services offered through of chicken picatta, whitefish, or linguine with broccoli. Wintrust Investments, LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC), founded in 1931. Trust and asset management services offered by The Chicago Trust Company, N.A. and Great Lakes Advisors, LLC, respectively.

COST: MEMBERS $90 | NON-MEMBERS $100 Investment products such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds are: NOT FDIC INSURED | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT A DEPOSIT DEPART: 10 AM | CLARENDON HILLS NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY DEPART: 10:30 AM | OAK BROOK

4 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: CATHY BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 [email protected]

TUESDAY, JUNE 8 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16 Abraham Lincoln, the Storyteller Protecting Seniors From Scams EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Mon Ami Gabi Virtual event 260 OAKBROOK CENTER | OAK BROOK, IL Join us for an engaging presentation by the Illinois attorney President Abraham Lincoln shares about our nation’s general's office. Far too often, scam artists prey on individuals history and his own personal history, with some of his to gain their trust and obtain access to their financial favorite stories and jokes. Mr. Lincoln’s stories speak to accounts resulting in exploitation and fraud. We'll learn about those common and everyday human experiences, which his the wide range of scams that specifically target older citizens audience can readily relate to. They will make you laugh, but as well as how you can protect yourself, friends, and family many will also cause you to reflect on life, people, and the from scam artists and fraudulent businesses. world we live in. The program is performed by Kevin Wood,* a professional Lincoln presenter who bears an uncanny To register for this event, visit pajune.eventbrite.com. resemblance to the former president! Lunch will be served Online login information will be emailed to you three after the presentation and will be your choice of roast hours prior to the event. chicken, seared salmon, or vegetables. TIME: 4 PM TIME: 10:30 AM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE COST: MEMBERS $55 | NON-MEMBERS $60 Transportation is not provided. *Kevin Wood is not an affiliate of Wintrust. TUESDAY, JULY 13 Immersive Van Gogh EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Lighthouse ArtSpace at Germania Club 108 W. GERMANIA PLACE | CHICAGO, IL FRIDAY, JUNE 11 Experience the U.S. premiere of the Immersive Van Gogh Healthy Foods on a Budget exhibit, from the creators of the blockbuster exhibit seen EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC by more than 2 million visitors in Paris. Immerse yourself in 500,000 cubic feet of stunning projection animating the Suburban Bank & Trust master’s oeuvre and illuminating the mind of the genius. 150 E. BUTTERFIELD RD. | ELMHURST, IL Wander through giant projections that highlight brushstroke, Eating well shouldn't cost your whole paycheck. Determine detail, and color as you have never experienced them. There nutritional fact from marketing fiction and get empowered is no seating available throughout the exhibit. Following our to save money and time. Stefanie Rock* will lead this time viewing the exhibit, we will enjoy a plated lunch at informative discussion and teach us how to choose the Orso's, where you will have your choice between penne alla healthiest food for our needs and budgets. Class size will be vodka, salmon vesuvio, and chicken marsala. limited, so make your reservations early!

TIME: 10 AM TIME: 9:30 AM TO 3:30 PM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE COST: MEMBERS $110 | NON-MEMBERS $120 *Stefanie Rock is not an affiliate of Wintrust. DEPART: 10 AM | OAK BROOK 5 LIMITED SEATS WEDNESDAY, JULY 21 THURSDAY, JULY 29 AVAILABLE Should I Stay or Should I Go? Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Virtual event Wrigley Field Join us for an informative discussion presented by 1060 W. ADDISON ST. | CHICAGO, IL Elderwerks, a nonprofit organization that helps families find We're taking you out to the ballgame! Join us as we cheer senior housing and elder care solutions. Elderwerks also on our Chicago Cubs as they face the Cincinnati Reds at assists older adults through the transition from one home Wrigley Field. It's always a fun day at the ballpark and it'll be to another and finds the services they need to remain in great to experience the sights and sounds of baseball once their home. This presentation will cover making a home again. Lunch will be on your own at one of the food vendors accessible, planning for a move, and transitioning to a new or restaurants located at Wrigley Field. The game starts at senior lifestyle. 1:20 p.m., and the price includes the game ticket and deluxe motorcoach transportation. Let's go, Cubs! To register for this event, visit pajuly.eventbrite.com. Online login information will be emailed to you three CALL FOR PRICING AND DEPARTURE INFORMATION. hours prior to the event. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the venue may change its fan attendance policy for this game. TIME: 4 PM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 SECURITY "Kinky Boots" LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC REMINDER Paramount Theatre 23 E. GALENA BLVD. | AURORA, IL Charlie Price is a factory owner struggling to save his family business. Lola is an entertainer with an exciting We will never reach out to you via email, phone, or idea. Together, this unexpected pair learn to embrace their text message to ask for sensitive information, like differences and create a line of sturdy stilettos unlike any online banking IDs, passwords, one-time verification codes, or account or Social Security numbers. And, the world has ever seen! The winner of six Tony Awards, we’ll never ask you to verify sensitive personal or including best musical, "Kinky Boots" will dazzle you with account information on our websites. its glorious costumes, choreography, and songs written by Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-winning pop If you receive a communication like this or think you may have interacted with a fraudulent message, please icon Cyndi Lauper. We'll enjoy lunch before this matinée email us at [email protected] or contact your performance in the Meyer Ballroom. Lunch will include banker right away. salad, entree, and dessert.

Visit wintrust.com/security to learn more about how COST: MEMBERS $120 | NON-MEMBERS $130 to keep your personal information safe. CALL FOR DEPARTURE INFORMATION. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the venue may make a schedule change to this performance. 6 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: CATHY BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 [email protected]

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 "Frida Kahlo: Timeless" EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC ARE YOU A The Cleve Carney Museum of Art PLATINUM ADVENTURES 425 FAWELL BLVD. | GLEN ELLYN, IL "Frida Kahlo: Timeless" is the largest collection of Frida MEMBER? Kahlo's work to be displayed in Chicago in 40 years! This exhibit includes works on loan from the Museo Dolores Olmedo in Mexico City. It features 26 original pieces by Members receive special pricing for events and trips, exclusive e-newsletters, invitations to special Frida Kahlo, more than 100 photographs of the artist's life, activities, and more. reproductions of her clothing, as well as an immersive historical exhibit and poetry garden. A plated lunch at Le Jardin and a docent-led tour of the Cantigny Gardens in Contact your Platinum Adventures director to Winfield to follow. confirm your free membership or to sign up today!

Membership is for those 50 years of age or better with a customer relationship. See a TIME: 8:45 AM TO 3:30 PM personal banker for details. COST: MEMBERS $75 | NON-MEMBERS $80 DEPART: 8:45 AM | CLARENDON HILLS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 DEPART: 9:15 AM | OAK BROOK Extended Trips Preview FRIDAY, AUGUST 20 EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Mystic Blue Luncheon Cruise Wintrust Financial Center EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC 9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONT, IL Navy Pier Join us for a special trip presentation and travel the world with us! You'll hear all about the exciting trips and see 600 E. GRAND AVE. | CHICAGO, IL slideshows for great destinations we've planned for you, This will be a special day! We will dine aboard the lovely including Branson Blast, New York City Holiday, St. Louis Mystic Blue ship and enjoy a spectacular view of the Holiday, Discover Hawaii, Arizona Baseball Getaway, Cherry Chicago skyline as we cruise along the lakefront. Following Blossom Time in Our Nation's Capital, Spotlight on the our boat ride, we will have some time to enjoy Navy Pier, French Riviera, Switzerland and the Italian Lakes, Jewels of which features shopping, sculptures, art, and of course the the Rhine River Cruise, and more. You'll want to start packing Centennial Ferris Wheel. This trip fills up very quickly, so call your bags! Lunch is included. today to reserve your spot!

TIME: 11:30 AM TIME: 8:45 AM TO 3:30 PM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE COST: MEMBERS $135 | NON-MEMBERS $145 The destinations presented may change based upon DEPART: 8:30 AM | OAK BROOK availability at time of trip preview. 7 FRIDAY, AUGUST 27 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6 iPhone Class: Control Center and Apps "Forever Plaid" EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Suburban Bank & Trust Drury Lane Theatre 150 E. BUTTERFIELD RD. | ELMHURST, IL 100 DRURY LANE | OAK BROOK TERRACE, IL Learn how to better customize your iPhone by choosing the On the way to their first big gig, tragedy strikes Forever Plaid, settings and apps you'd like to immediately access to with a a “guy group” specializing in barbershop quartet harmonies single swipe, without going into your device's settings. You'll and pitch-perfect melodies. Forever Plaid begins when the also learn techniques to manage the various apps available. guys are given the chance to perform from the afterlife. This Please come to the workshop with your device fully -hit musical is a nostalgic homage to the music of the charged and synced with the most recent software update. ‘50s, and includes hits such as “Three Coins in the Fountain” Sabrina Nizzi* will lead this one-hour workshop. Sabrina and “Love is a Many-Splendored Thing.” Lunch will be your will be available for 30 minutes after the class for questions choice of sea bass, filet mignon, or vegetable kabobs. We will and individual attention. This workshop is for Apple iPhone choose our own desserts from the pastry display table. devices only, not iPads. TIME: 11:30 AM TIME: 10 AM COST: MEMBERS $80 | NON-MEMBERS $85 COST: MEMBERS $15 | NON-MEMBERS $20 Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the venue *Sabrina Nizzi is not an affiliate of Wintrust. may make a schedule change to this performance. No transportation will be provided. FRIDAY, AUGUST 27 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27 iPhone Class: Texting Trips Preview EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Suburban Bank & Trust Suburban Bank & Trust 150 E. BUTTERFIELD RD. | ELMHURST, IL 150 E. BUTTERFIELD RD. | ELMHURST, IL Do your kids or friends ignore your phone calls, but always We are offering such a wide variety of trips this year and respond to your texts? Some say texting is the preferred next year, from long weekends away to domestic trips and method of digital conversation. Texting is no longer about international travel! Come hear about trips to New York City sending short sentences or quick reactions to questions. New and St. Louis this holiday season. Next year, we are off to options for texting includes sharing photos, videos, websites, Hawaii, Arizona, and our annual Summertime Mystery Trip. and more. Please come to the workshop with your device You'll also learn about Cherry Blossom Time in Our Nation's fully charged and synced with the most recent software Capital; Jewels of the Rhine River; Spotlight on the French update. Sabrina Nizzi* will lead this one-hour workshop. Riviera; Switzerland and the Italian Lakes; Mt. Rushmore, Sabrina will be available for 30 minutes after the class for Deadwood, and the Badlands; and New England Winter questions and individual attention. This workshop is for Wonderland. Sign up now to reserve your spot! Apple iPhones only, not iPads. TIME: 1 PM TIME: 1 PM COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE COST: MEMBERS $15 | NON-MEMBERS $20 The destinations presented may change based *Sabrina Nizzi is not an affiliate of Wintrust. upon availability at time of trip preview. 8 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: CATHY BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 [email protected]

FOR DETAILED ITINERARIES ON ANY OF THESE UPCOMING entertainment will be provided and have EXTENDED TRIPS, EXTENDED been thoughtfully planned out by our CONTACT YOUR Platinum Adventures directors alongside PLATINUM TRIPS experienced and highly-qualified travel ADVENTURES Have you always wanted to explore the professionals. All extended trips include DIRECTOR. world but don’t know where to begin to at home pick-up and return and trip plan your travels? We have the solution insurance. Sit back, relax, and join us for for you. Let us handle all of the planning. this rare opportunity to see the sights Our extended trips offer you the chance you never thought you’d see. If you have of a lifetime to see the world like you’ve any questions, need more information, or never seen it before. Extended trips range would like to make reservations for any of in length from a few days to a few weeks. our extended trips, please contact your Most transportation, lodging, meals, and bank’s Platinum Adventures Club director.

AUGUST 5 - 13 | 2021 Alaska: America's Last Frontier EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC AUGUST 15 - 19 | 2021 FAIRBANKS, DENALI, TALKEETNA, AND ANCHORAGE, AK Colorado Springs Journey through America’s last great frontier to discover EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC awe-inspiring beauty and rich cultural heritage. You’ll tour Fairbanks and see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, learn the art of COLORADO SPRINGS AND DENVER, CO gold panning, and meet mushers and the dogs of the Trail Experience the magnificence of Colorado Springs. You'll visit Breaker Kennel. You will travel the scenic Alaska Railroad the fascinating Garden of the Gods and see its remarkable from Fairbanks to Denali in a domed railcar, head deep into sandstone formations. Enjoy the spectacular view as we Denali National Park on a full-day tundra wilderness tour, enjoy lunch at the elegant Broadmoor Resort. Be amazed as and experience small-town Alaskan life in Talkeetna. Plus, you travel by train aboard the Historic Royal Gorge Railroad, you’ll visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center and embark past the granite cliffs of the Royal Gorge. Visit the Colorado on a glacier cruise of Prince William Sound. Enjoy all these Springs Olympic Training Center, United States Air Force spectacular sights and more as you explore Alaska, the Academy, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Tour the "Mile High last frontier. City" of Denver before returning home.

COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,660 PP | SINGLE $6,760 PP COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,975 PP | SINGLE $3,500 PP NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,860 PP | SINGLE $6,960 PP NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,175 PP | SINGLE $3,700 PP 9 OCTOBER 18 - 22 | 2021 Branson Blast EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC SEPTEMBER 8 - 18 | 2021 BRANSON, MO Have a blast in Branson on this fun-filled adventure. Our trip Portugal and The Douro River Cruise includes four live shows, including “Jesus” at the Sight and EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Sound Theatre, “Dublin's Irish Tenors and The Celtic Ladies,” SPAIN AND PORTUGAL “Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai,” and “Grand Jubilee” at Start your adventure by spending two nights in Lisbon and the Grand Country Resort. We’ll go on a tour at Dogwood then set sail through the Portuguese frontier. Visit expansive Canyon Nature Park and visit the amazing Titanic Museum. vineyards and sample some regional wines throughout your You’ll also have time to shop and explore this fun part of the trip. See Spain's walled city of Salamanca and the quaint Midwest. If you’ve never been to Branson, now’s the time. Or, and historic towns of Portugal as you traverse the Douro if you have, come back and see what's new! River. Each port brings you to spectacular and alluring surroundings. Enjoy and relax on the lovely Emerald Radiance COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,955 PP | SINGLE $2,485 PP river cruise ship with first class service and a variety of NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,155 PP | SINGLE $2,685 PP international cuisine, onboard entertainment, and more!

COST: STARTING AT $5,620 PP BASED ON CABIN PREFERENCE. CALL FOR PRICING. DECEMBER 3 - 6 | 2021 SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 11 | 2021 New York City Holiday British Isles - Castles, Countrysides, EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC and Capitals NEW YORK CITY, NY EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC Let's kick off the holidays in the city that never sleeps! SCOTLAND, ENGLAND, WALES, AND IRELAND We'll start with a city tour where we'll see Broadway, Times Discover the history and charms of the British Isles as you Square, the Empire State Building, Central Park, Grand Central visit Scotland, England, Wales, and Ireland. See historic Station, and more. You'll marvel at the festive holiday royal castles, the beauty of England's Lake District, and the window displays along Fifth Avenue and the magnificent charm of Ireland's countryside. You'll tour the capital cities Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Enjoy a performance at of Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Dublin. Learn about the lure of Radio City Music Hall featuring the famous Rockettes, as Scotland's famous Gretna Green, known as the "marriage well as experience a Broadway show. This adventure is sure capital of the UK," and explore the Viking city of York. Enjoy to get you in the holiday spirit! a cruise on the tranquil English lake, Windermere; a stop to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare; COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,085 PP | SINGLE $3,780 PP a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal; and experience the NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,285 PP | SINGLE $3,980 PP Blarney Castle. This will be a magical journey through four magnificent countries! Beginning October 1, 2021, all travelers on domestic flights are required to have a REAL ID compliant driver's license or COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,970 PP | SINGLE $6,180 PP state ID card, or a passport to board a flight. NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,170 PP | SINGLE $6,380 PP Visit www.realid.ilsos.gov for more information. 10 RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT: CATHY BULTHUIS 630-655-8477 [email protected]

DECEMBER 5 - 8 | 2021 St. Louis Holiday EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC ST. LOUIS, MO Celebrate the holiday season in the Gateway to the West! You'll be dazzled by light displays at the Missouri Botanical Gardens and the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows. MARCH 6 - 11 | 2022 On a city tour, you'll see the Old Courthouse, the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, Union Station, and more! Take Arizona Baseball Getaway a tram ride to the top of the Arch and enjoy a sample during EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC your guided tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Check out PHOENIX, AZ the unique memorabilia and artifacts at the National Blues Cheer on your favorite hometown team as they prepare Museum as well as the interactive exhibits. You won't want for the 2022 baseball season in sunny Arizona! You'll have to miss this fun holiday trip! the opportunity to see a spring training game for either the Chicago Cubs or the Chicago White Sox. Enjoy the beautiful COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,875 PP | SINGLE $2,065 PP scenery and warm temperatures as you tour the Phoenix area, NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,075 PP | SINGLE $2,265 PP visit the gorgeous red rock country of Sedona, and relax on a peaceful cruise around Saguaro Lake. You'll also explore music from around the world at the fascinating Musical Instrument Museum. Come along with Platinum Adventures to escape the cold weather!

COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,400 PP | SINGLE $4,095 PP JANUARY 27 - FEBRUARY 6 | 2022 NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,600 PP | SINGLE $4,295 PP Discover Hawaii EASY 1 2 3 4 5 ENERGETIC OAHU, BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII, AND MAUI, HI 2022 EXTENDED TRIPS Your Hawaiian adventure begins in Oahu with a visit to Here's a sneak peek at what's ahead! Pearl Harbor and city tour of Honolulu. The next stop APRIL | Cherry Blossom Time in Our Nation's Capital is the Big Island of Hawaii, where you'll see crystal clear waters and black sand beaches. You'll make your way past MAY | Spotlight on the French Riviera waterfalls and fern tree jungles as you explore the beauty JUNE | Switzerland and the Italian Lakes of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. The last stop on your JULY | Summertime Mystery Trip island-hopping adventure is the "Valley Isle" of Maui. See the stunning Iao Valley and explore the old whaling city AUGUST | Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood, and the Badlands of Lahaina. No trip to Hawaii is complete without a luau, a SEPTEMBER | Jewels of the Rhine River Cruise traditional Polynesian feast! You'll also have time to relax and enjoy the Hawaiian sunshine. Aloha! OCTOBER | Northern California: San Francisco, Wine Country, Carmel by the Sea, Giant Redwoods COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,475 PP | SINGLE $7,075 PP DECEMBER | New England Winter Wonderland NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,675 PP | SINGLE $7,275 PP Price is guaranteed for bookings through July 27, 2021. 11 HINSDALE’S COMMUNITY BANK 25 E. First St. | Hinsdale, IL 60521 630-323-4404 | www.hinsdalebank.com

Membership is for those 50 years of age or better with a customer relationship. See a personal banker for more details.

GENERAL INFORMATION ADDRESS FOR HINSDALE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A. DEPARTURE SITE(S): The bus cannot wait for late participants. Please arrive at your departure site 15 minutes prior to departure time. Refunds are not available for late or no-show participants.

Depart Clarendon Hills Depart Oak Brook Christ Lutheran Church Christ Church of Oak Brook 60 55th St. (Rte. 83 & 55th St.) West Parking Lot Clarendon Hills, IL 60514 501 Oak Brook Rd. Oak Brook, IL 60523

RESERVATION POLICY FOR DAY & EXTENDED TRIPS: Reservations may be made by phone to Cathy Bulthuis at 630-655-8477 or by email at [email protected]. For your reservation to be confirmed, payment must be in my office within seven days after reservations are made: Cathy Bulthuis, Community Bank of Willowbrook, 6262 S. Route 83, Willowbrook, IL 60527. Please make checks payable to Platinum Adventures. Please remember to make your menu selections when you reserve your tour. Member pricing is for current Platinum Adventures Club members only.

RESPONSIBILITY OF HINSDALE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A.: Platinum Adventures and Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A. are not the source or supplier of the travel services offered, but act solely as agent for the actual suppliers of such services. Your participation in any such travel services is conditioned upon your consent to the use of those suppliers and your agreement not to hold Platinum Adventures and Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A. responsible should any of these suppliers: 1) fail to provide the travel services purchased; 2) fail to comply with any applicable law; or 3) engage in any negligent act or omission that causes any sort of injury, damage, delay or inconvenience. Your participation is also conditioned upon your agreement to review all of your travel documents, including applicable cancellation and travel insurance policies. You may contact Cathy Bulthuis at 630-655-8477 with any questions concerning required travel documents and applicable cancellation and travel insurance policies. Group travel fares typically involve restrictions and changing any aspect of your travel arrangements may result in the payment of additional money. Cancellation or failure to attend any part of your Platinum Adventures travel, tour or event may result in financial penalties up to and including the loss of all monies paid. A travel insurance policy may provide a remedy if you canceled for a covered reason. Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A. is acting in the capacity of extending this invitation to travel to the Platinum Adventures members and their guests. Hinsdale Bank & Trust Company, N.A. reserves the right to refuse acceptance to anyone it judges incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in any activity or trip at any time.