Adventure Travels Near and Far

Link to Slideshow from a previous year's tour

https://www.slideshare.net/Floridagreeters/central-florida-holiday-time-with-celebration-and-ice-sculpture

Link to Christmas Tree Walk Display at Disney Springs
https://wdwnt.com/2025/11/tour-the-2025-disney-springs-christmas-tree-stroll/?fbclid=IwY2xjawO47GZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEehP-GYF_4zWqILkEDC4gCuzk0TICIXgzMT99aHRHnOx8RJWF38v6zZUYiDQU_aem_veFhM8s14LLcqAxYVd1ulg

The Ritz Carlton grounds are Magnificient decorated in large Egyptian style Palms. The Luxurious interior has views of Shingle Creek which is the headwaters to the Everglades. The large Christmas Tree is in the ornately decorated lobby near a snack area for tea, coffee or Hot Chocolate.

Disney Springs is a collection of quaint shops(including the Art of Imagination) and decorations and Cafes

The beautifully designed Gaylord Palms Resort known for its huge glass enclosed replica of three Florida Ecosystems. Key West, St. Augustine and the Everglades are effectively replicated. You are inside but feel outside. The magnificent decorations boost your holiday spirits. There are several Dining establishments at Gaylord ranging from a simple sandwich to a Mediterranean Feast.

Celebration was originally the Disney Bedroom Community purposedly designed in four architectural motifs surrounded by white picket fences, lovely porches and the garbage and garages are hidden in the rear of the properties, The Highlight of the Day is the snow exhibit on Market Street in the City Square, The lobby of the Celebration Hotel and a tour through the street of homes that have previously won the Great Christmas Light Fight on National TV.

Payment is due with Reservations to guarantee your space.

Members $60 Guests $65 includes transportation, tour of Lights, tour guide and described included features. There is a lot to see at Gaylord Palms besides the Ice Exhibit but if you wish to purchase Optional Tickets around 3pm to the Ice Exhibit they are apx. $40 purchasable through the Gaylord Palms Ticket Booth or on their Web site. The theme this year is Rudolf. Leave Suntree Red Ginger 8:30a returning around 8pm. ICE! ® Journey through more than TWO MILLION pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures and two-story-tall ice slides.
ICE! is an indoor winter wonderland kept at a chilly 9 degrees featuring: Two million pounds of ice sculptures hand-carved by artisans from Harbin, China. Learn more about The Making of ICE! plus interactive Christmas displays and photo opportunities

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RESERVATION FORM: Reservations are on a request basis until payment is received. Please place your reservations and make checks payable to Florida Greeters, Inc. and mail to: 6300 North Wickham Road, # 130-222 Melbourne, FL 32940 or credit card by Phone (321)259-6300
E-mail: floridagreeters@yahoo.com
Name or Names: _____________________ Phone: ________________
Tour Name _________ e-mail address: ______________Pick up point: ______
Rates Includes: Transportation aboard Mini Bus according to group size, port taxes, admissions, tour guide, &gratuities. Cancellations: Full refund until one month prior to departure. $10 charge up until one month prior to departure. No refund for unused portions or cancellations received within one month prior to departure unless a substitution is made. Separate Conditions apply to Multi Day Trips according to trip flyer or brochure. All prices and itineraries are subject to change based upon availability.

December 30-Scenic Drive Trip and King Tut Exhibit
Old Martin Scenic Highway between Stuart, Jupiter and Indiantown
Covered Road of Banyan Trees in Hobe Sound
Ancient Anastasia Rock Formations on Hutchinson Island
King Tut Exhibit at the Elliot Museum

Leave Red Ginger @8:30am and Melbourne Square Mall @9am returning 6 to 6:30pm

Members $80Guests $85 includes transportation, guide and King Tut exhibit.

Your credit card payment or check is your reservation!

RESERVATION FORM: Reservations are on a request basis until payment is received. Please place your reservations and make checks payable to Florida Greeters, Inc. and mail to: 6300 North Wickham Road, # 130-222 Melbourne, FL 32940 or credit card by Phone (321)259-6300

E-mail: floridagreeters@yahoo.com
Name or Names: _____________________ Phone: ________________
Tour Name _________ e-mail address: ______________Pick up point: ______
Rates Includes: Transportation aboard Mini Bus according to group size, port taxes, admissions, tour guide, &gratuities. Cancellations: Full refund until one month prior to departure. $10 charge up until one month prior to departure. No refund for unused portions or cancellations received within one month prior to departure unless a substitution is made. Separate Conditions apply to Multi Day Trips according to trip flyer or brochure. All prices and itineraries are subject to change based upon availability.

Colorful Cuba
January 14th - January 22nd, 2026

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (https://www.photoflytravel.com/) are going back to Cuba. This small group tour is the ideal way to get up close and personal with this colorful country's people, food, culture, and incredible scenery. From the rural Viñales Valley with its gorgeous landscapes and friendly locals, to the romantic sea wall in Cienfuegos, to Trinidad with its colorful buildings and cobblestone streets, we're just scratching the surface of these unforgettable experiences that await us. Learn about Cuba’s proud and patriotic culture, its tumultuous history, its thriving arts scene, and its burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit.

It is an excellent program full of surprises, fun, and off the beaten path sights - and it is 100% legal! Take this once in a lifetime trip to this undisturbed Caribbean gem!

• 8N/9D throughout the best of Cuba with amazing off the path experiences!
• One-of-a-kind "casa particulares" (small converted homes & guesthouses!)
• Privately guided adventures and local experts throughout
• Breakfast every day
• 4 Dinners, 6 Lunches INCLUDED
• Legal, licensed & permitted program with all USA compliance requirements met under the SCP Program

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Havana

• Old Havana: Privately guided walking tour including many of the historical sites
• Fusterlandia & Jaimanitas Fishing Village: Colorful fishing village made famous by local artist, Jose Fuster, outside Havana

Soroa

• UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
• Callejon de Hamel: Street art project where resident Salvador Gonzáles Escalona has decorated and painted in vibrant colors a pedestrian alleyway with scrap objects
• Las Terrazas: Mountain community was built as a reforestation project in the 1960s and is now part of the same UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
• Orchid Garden: Specialized botanical garden, with a collection of 20,000 specimens and more than 350 species of orchids

Viñales

• Sustainable Farm Discovery: Cuban farmer and his family who'll show us around their organic farm and explain the methods they use to grow their produce without pesticides or artificial fertilizers
• Valley Walking Tour & Tobacco Plantation: A beautiful walk through the valley to a local tobacco farm to learn about the making of Cuba’s famous cigars
• Cuban Cooking Class: Learn to cook Cuban-style with a cooking demonstration of 'platos tipicos'.

Cienfuegos

• Bay of Pigs: Scenic drive along the site where the Bay of Pigs occurred in 1961.
• Sinkhole or Ocean Snorkel: Stop for a swim and snorkel in the ocean or by a sinkhole which resembles a huge natural tropical fish tank.
• Guided Orientation Walk & Palacio de Valle : A short walk to see and learn the local landmarks followed by a visit to the Palacio de Valle, an "Arabian Nights" like aspiring restaurant with a fantastic terrace bar.

Trinidad

• Guided Trinidad Walk: Cultural tour of numerous churches, museums, and many colonial buildings
• Learn to Bartend: Bartending demonstration and discussion of the history behind Cuba’s most popular cocktails.
• Salsa Lesson: Visit a local dance school for a demonstration and lesson in the dances of Cuba
• Salto de Javira Waterfall: An easy hike to this beautiful waterfall, perfect for photos and a dip to cool off.
• Dinner on the Beach: Weather permitting, we'll celebrate this amazing journey together with a feast on the beach!

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Price: $2,549
Single Supplement: $795

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March 2nd- 11th, 2026

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Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have created a brand new adventure to the Kingdom of Thailand! From Bangkok’s buzzing street food scene to the peaceful mountain temples of Chiang Mai, and finally to the island calm of the Phi Phi archipelago, this adventure unfolds in three vibrant chapters.

• 9 nights/10 days throughout Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phi Phi Island
• 5-star accommodation
• Elephant sanctuary experience
• Private transportation and private tours
• Breakfast daily
• Numerous optional activities
• Two domestic flights - $400 value!

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Bangkok

• Grand Palace Tour: Explore Bangkok’s iconic royal complex, home to ornate temples and halls since 1782.
• Emerald Buddha: Visit Thailand’s most sacred temple to see the revered 14th-century statue.
• Wat Pho: Tour one of Bangkok’s oldest temples, famous for its massive reclining Buddha and rich symbolism.
• Ayutthaya Day Trip: Discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of Thailand’s former capital, once a thriving cultural and trade center.

Chiang Mai

• Elephant Nature Park: Visit a renowned sanctuary to learn about ethical elephant rescue and conservation.
• Doi Inthanon Tour (Optional): Hike scenic trails and visit the Karen hill tribes in Thailand’s highest national park.
• Chiang Mai City Tour: Explore historic temples like Wat Pa Pao and Wat Lok Moli, showcasing exquisite Burmese-style architecture.
• Tuk Tuk Ride: Enjoy a fun, breezy ride through the city from your 5-star hotel.
• Free Time: Relax with a massage, shop local markets, or experience the lively night scene in this walkable city.

Phi Phi Islands

• Luxury Koh Phi Phi Escape: Stay at a 5-star boat-access resort away from the crowds, featuring private bungalows, pools, a spa, restaurants, a dive shop, and a serene beach.
• Optional Snorkel Safari: Spend a full day exploring hidden beaches, sea caves, coral reefs, and remote islands - with chances to spot sea turtles.

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Price: $3,895
Single Supplement: $1,095

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