I guess I am just plain 'Lucky!' Living here in Arizona not only do I have access to several retreats through my guild, local daily workshop/retreats at the LQS's - we have over 13 quilt shops in the Phoenix area. My friends and I also have our own little mini-retreats at each other's homes.
We also have Quilt Camp in the Pines and Quilt Camp in the Desert. Both of these provide national and international quilters for classes varying from 1/2 day to 6 days long. I think you'd like the experience. I know I have. The link is: www.quiltcamp.com If your family doesn't know what to give you as a nice treat this is always welcome.