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Our travel club is for all those solo travelers out there who want to explore the world but need a group to go with! Bring friends of course but if you can't get them to come-no worries! We do awesome local events in the Bay Area and many exciting trips all year! Local Events include hiking, wine tasting, white water rafting, kayaking, parties, dinner, camping, and much more!
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See all- Beautiful Benelux - Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg Trip!Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Our friends at Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have planned an extraordinary to Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg (Benelux).
June 5 - June 16, 2025
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/
- 11 Nights/12 Days
- Luxembourg (2 N) | Belgium (5 N) | Netherlands (4 N)
- Charming boutique hotels
- Breakfast daily
- 2 Dinners
- Privately guided adventures
Luxembourg (2 Nights)
- City Walking Tour
- Pont Adolphe: Capture stunning views and photos over the Petrusse Ravine
- Place d'Armes: Lively public square located in the heart of the city’s old town
- Mullerthal Trail Hike: Often referred to as "Little Switzerland" of Luxembourg, this guided scenic hike winds through lush forests, dramatic rock formations, and picturesque valleys
- Vianden Castle & Chairlift: This stunning, hilltop fortress dates back to the Romanesque and Gothic periods
Belgium (5 Nights)
Experience Dinant!
- Discover Dinant: Privately guided walking tour
- Collegiate Church of Notre Dame:
- Dinant Citadel: Discover the historic fortress perched high above the town with stunning panoramic views
- Cruise the river Meuse: A scenic and relaxing way to experience the beauty of the Meuse River and its stunning surroundings
Experience Brussels!
- City Walking Tour
- Grand Place: The central square of Brussels, renowned for its stunning architecture and historical significance, featuring ornate guild halls and the impressive Town Hall
- Atomium: Designed to resemble an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times symbolizing scientific progress and innovation, this iconic structure is a delight to photograph
- Manneken Pis: This famous bronze statue depicts a small boy urinating into a fountain, and has become a beloved symbol of the city’s irreverent sense of humor.
- Chocolate Museum & Private Chocolate Making Class: Dive into the gourmet world of cocoa and chocolate.
Experience Ghent!
- Day Trip to Ghent: Guided tour throughout the highlights of this storied city with a rich history, stunning architecture, and lively cultural scene.
- St. Bavo’s Cathedral
- Gravensteen Castle: The "Castle of the Counts," as its known, stands as a remarkable testament to Ghent's medieval past
- Ghent Canal Cruise: Enjoy a serene and picturesque way to explore the city's stunning medieval architecture
Experience Bruges!
- City Walking Tour
- Market Square & The Belfry
- Burg Square: This charming square features the striking Gothic-style Town Hall, built in the 14th century, and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which houses a revered relic that draws visitors from near and far.
- Church of Our Lady: Explore this architectural gem that showcases a stunning blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles.
- Cruise the canals of Bruge: Encounter the city's enchanting waterways, with its medieval bridges and fairy-tale architecture framing every turn.
- Menin Gate Memorial: Witness this solemn tribute to the thousands of soldiers who went missing in action during World War I
- WWI Battlefields: Embark on a sobering journey through the scarred landscape where some of the fiercest fighting of the Great War took place.
Netherlands (4 Nights)
Experience Rotterdam!
- Cube Houses: See and photograph this iconic architecture, a striking example of urban ingenuity.
- Experience Rotterdam: Free time to explore the city’s bold architectural innovation, bustling food stalls, & vibrant art scene-
- Museum Quarter Art Depot: See and photograph this groundbreaking facility from the outside and housing an impressive collection of over 150,000 works
- Optional: Iconic Dutch windmills & the country's oldest city: Take a waterbus to capture the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk against the backdrop of canals and green fields.
Experience The Hague!
- The Hague City Highlights: Guided driving tour of the city's most notable locations
- Peace Palace: An architectural masterpiece and symbol of international justice
- Scheveningen Beach: Explore The Hague’s lively seaside escape
- The Madurodam, a country in miniature: Discover this unique park showcasing the Netherlands' most iconic landmarks
Experience Amsterdam!
Optional fast-pass entry to...- Van Gogh Museum OR Rijksmuseum
- Guided walking tour
- Dam Square & Royal Palace
- The Floating Flower Market
- Ann Frank House
Join Us!
For our solo travelers I will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.
Price: $4,395
Single Supplement: $895Deposit: $600
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/ - Hike at Baylands Nature Preserve, 5.3mi/2 h, easyPalo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve Trail, Palo Alto, CA
This hike in an urban-waterfront park is organized regularly. The trail is quite flat but with fast pace it provides a good workout with scenic view of waterfront and plenty of wildlife.
* Length: 5.3mi
* Elevation gain: 49 ft
* Dogs are allowed but must be on leash at all times
* The Park is 100% open space and a good setting for cognitive respite by relaxing and restoring the mind ))
* Often freshly breezy.Here is weather forecast to check on: https://bit.ly/3MUOySD
Please, bring:
* shoes appropriate for an unpaved trail,
* layered clothes (for season),
* hat,
* water,
* sunglasses,
* sunscreen.We can complement this hike with networking time AFTER the hike, so that group members could connect more directly. This can be happening at a nearby coffee shop:
Starbucks, 6 min drive
Philz Coffee, 9 min drive
Palo Alto Coffee, 12 min drive.
Depending on the group's mood, we can go on networking or not (it's up to everyone to decide to go on or not, no obligations/ expectations.)Where we meet:
Parking lot at Terminal Dr, nearby North Bayfront Loop Trail, in Google maps.
Also, marked with a red arrow on this map:
https://www.meetup.com/superfab/photos/33232850/510500530/
(click the photo to enlarge.) The meetup link leads to a close spot too.The Park's info: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Community-Services/Open-Space-Parks/Neighborhood-Parks/Baylands-Nature-Preserve
Parks map and brochure:
https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/files/assets/public/community-services/parks-and-open-space/baylands/baylands-map.pdfMeet each other at Baylands Nature Preserve!
- Road-trip to Redwood National Park & Jack London Historic Park, w/moder. hikesRedwood National and State Parks, California, CA
Let's hike among the mammoth woods that are home to the tallest trees on Earth in a coastal preserve of old-growth redwood forests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mist steals through towering trees soaring up to 380 feet as thrushes sing melancholy notes from the canopy. On the ground, fallen trees expose upturned root beds more than 6 feet in diameter.
We will also drive the Avenue of the Giants, the 10-mile Newton B. Drury Redwood Scenic Parkway and along the rugged coastline with some cozy seaside towns, such as Crescent City.
On the ways back we want to stop and hike at Jack London State Historic Park.
Weather is expected to be warm with day average temperatures 78 degree F (56 degree at night) and above with low chance of precipitation, and winds at the ocean.
Trip's summary:
- 3days/2nights trip for a small group of 6 explorers.
- The starting and ending point is South Bay (one or two pick-up locations, one can be Diridon station at San Jose.)
- Hotel accommodations in Arcata, CA, and Crescent City, CA. All locations in this event follow safety requirements by the state.
- Level of activities: Easy to Intermediate.
Clothes and gear recommended:
- good hiking shoes,
- warm jacket for evenings, be ready to layer up,
- hiking poles if you used to them,
- day backpack,
- consider hydration bladder for hikes,
- sunglasses,
- sunscreen,
- hat.
Cost $470. What's included:
- 3days/2nights stay in 2-people occupancy non-smoking room (two beds in room),
- Transportation by minivan (like Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand, Ford Transit or similar) covering approx. 900 mi of road-tripping total,
- Park entrance fee,
- Organized hikes in all days.
What is NOT included:
- Meals, snacks, water.
Sunrise: 6:20am. Sunset: 8:00pm. Every day we want to start off from the hotel at 7 am or 7:30am, or as the latest. If you are a night owl, please try to adjust yourself for an earlier getup during the trip - the purpose of it is to use more of daylight at wintertime for activities.
Please pay attention to the start time and the return time of the event, if you can make it. The regular 4-day itinerary to Redwood is shortened to keep the cost lower even with high holiday rates on services. But we'll need to extend the start and end times.
There will be a Zoom meeting on this trip and a WhatsApp group chat will be formed for the group to communicate and prepare for the trip. Please be available to connect by WhatsApp (provide the organizer with your WhatsApp contact info to be included in the chat.) Regular messaging will not work out for this trip.
Sign up and feel free to comment with any questions!
Title photo: Fern Canyon in Redwood National Park.
Photo-albums from previous trips for
Redwood National Park: https://www.meetup.com/u-s-national-parks-quest-group/photos/31684230/
Point Reyes: https://www.meetup.com/u-s-national-parks-quest-group/photos/33968467/ (photos 280-314) - Beautiful Bali!Ubud, Ubud
September 4th - September 12th, 2025
Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have invited us to their classic adventure in Bali.
We’ve been exploring Bali for years crafting a one of a kind experience to the best known and unknown treasures of this special island. From the coastal temples of Tanah Lot, to the gorgeous pure white sand beaches and snorkeling on Nusa Penida island, to the man made wonders of the Jatiluwih rice terraces, we will see an incredible slice of diverse spectacle’s throughout Bali. The food is incredible, amazing photography opportunities, and the locals are known for their friendliness.
Canggu and Tanah Lot Temple
- Enjoy the seaside resort town full of surfing, beachside restaurants, and beautiful sunshine
- Tanah Lot Temple: Privately guided tour of the 16th century temple built upon a rock formation along the rocky shore
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces and Munduk
- Walk through the expansive undulating rice terraces in the island's interior and enjoy lunch with a view of the lush scenery
- Travel into the country's interior to Munduk to enjoy various waterfall hikes, an included massage, and quietude away from the tourist areas
Taksu Sanur
- En route to Taksu Sanur, stop at incredibly detailed Ulun Danu Bertan Temple built on the shores of a huge lake to honor a god that provides water to the local farmers
- Visit a local farmer's market to purchase and enjoy a multitude of tropical fruit such as lychee, longan, mango, papaya, rambutan, guava, and more
- Stop at a farm specializing in the production of coffee known as kopi luwak, a Balinese specialty that uses partially digested coffee beans
- Included dinner on the beach overlooking the stunning ocean
- Included massage
Nusa Penida
- Take a short ferry to adjacent islands known for dramatic limestone cliff views, beach paradise, secluded bays, island exploration, and a slower pace of life
- Surrounded by turquoise waters, the island's main street is full of ice cream shops, small bars and restaurants, cheap spa treatments, and plenty of quiet beaches
- Optional activities include snorkeling with the chance to swim with manta rays and a trip to other islands to explore mangroves, unique cultural experiences, and geological wonders
Ubud
- Shop around in this artistic capital known for wood carving, stone carving, painting, custom jewelry, and handmade goods
- Walk through the Monkey Temple containing hundreds of long-tailed macaques in this forest sanctuary throughout the sprawling temple complex
- Final night's Farewell Dinner includes a traditional Balinese dance performance that recreates cultural tales and legends
Bali small group tours inclusions:
- 8 Night/9 Day adventure
- Amazing Balinese style bungalows and boutique hotels
- Privately guided, small group tour
- Delicious local meals throughout - daily breakfast, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- 3 Massages throughout the experience - great way to unwind and relax at the end of a day’s adventure!
- All taxes and entrance included
- All transfers and ground transportation included
- Roommate pairing
- International airfare is not included but we will assist all guests with finding the best flight! We will be flying into and out of Denpasar International Airport (airport code: DPS)
Email us to see daily itinerary for our Bali tour at joinus@photoflytravel.com
Join Us!
For our solo travelers, we can pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.
Price: $2,495
Single Supplement: $595.00Deposit: $600.00
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/
