Hidden Backroads Adventures !

Sun, Oct 19 · 7:00 PM PDT

Extraordinary Nepal & Bhutan

Katmandu, Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Kathmandu, NP

Travel friends at Photofly Travel Club (www.photoflytravel.com) have planned an extraordinary Nepal & Bhutan Adventure!

October 19th - November 1st, 2025

More info: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/extraordinary-nepal-bhutan/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

• 13 Nights / 14 Days
• Amazing boutique hotels & 4 star accommodations
• Privately guided adventures
• Expert local guides
• Breakfast daily
• 11 Dinners, 8 Lunches - almost all meals!
• Four flights included - $1,000 value! *International flights not included

Nepal (7 Nights)

• 8 days throughout the greatest Himalayan Kingdom!
• Perfect combination of culture, photography, food, & adventure!
• We truly maximize our time to see the incredible diversity throughout Nepal which most trips don’t even know exists!
• Best time of year to explore after the monsoon has passed but before the tourist crowds take over!

Kathmandu

• Kathmandu City: Highlights include the temple of the Living Goddess & Durbar Square with it’s array of temples overlooked by the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the ancient residence of the Nepalese Royalty
• Swayambhunath: Just outside the city proper is a hill with a mosaic of small chaityas (shrines) and pagoda temples

Pokhara

• Pokhara city adventure: Discover the best of this Shangri-La Valley epicenter!
• Davis Falls
• Gupteswor Mahadev Cave
• Fewa Lake

Chitwan National Park - Safari

• In search of tigers, rhinos, & sloth bears: Time here will be spent on safari, exploring the gorgeous park to witness & photograph the mammals and birds in this amazing national park

Bhutan (6 Nights)

• 7 days throughout the last real Himalayan Kingdom!
• Low volume, high value tourism: Perhaps the most sustainable approach to tourism in the world!

Thimphu

• Thimpu city adventure: All the best of the new and old
• National Memorial Chorten
• Traditional Paper Factory
• School of Fine Arts: Here, young students learn the traditional arts and crafts known as Zo Rig Chusum (the thirteen crafts).

Punakha

• The Palace of Great Happiness

Paro

• Paro town adventure: Home to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and much more
• The Old Watchtower
• Rinpung Dzong: This architectural wonder and the life around it are not to be missed and a must to photograph!
• Taktsang Monastary (Tigers Nest): This incredible feat of human architecture and pure will has a name to match and is deservedly one of the most venerated and famous of Bhutan’s monasteries.

Other Details:

• Four flights included - $1,000 value!
• International airfare is not included
• Flying into & out of Kathmandu International Airport (KTM)
• Specific arrival/departure times needed will be sent directly to the group
• Roommate pairing to save money
• All taxes, fees, & transfers included

Join Us!

For our solo travelers, I will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $4,995
Single Supplement: $850

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/extraordinary-nepal-bhutan/

Tue, Oct 21 · 7:00 PM PDT

Spectacular Spain - Barcelona and Best of the South!

Barcelona, QM52+M85 Palm Desert, California, USA, ES

October 21st - October 30th, 2025

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (https://www.photoflytravel.com/) have invited us to a one of a kind adventure throughout the best of Spain! The Spectacular Spain Adventure is an experience exactly as it sounds and we're happy to visit again.

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

Sign-up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/spain-small-group-tours/

• 9 nights/10 days throughout Barcelona and Southern Spain (Andalusia)
• Private local guides
• Breakfast daily
• Welcome and Farewell Dinner Celebrations
• One domestic flight included (Barcelona → Granada)
• All taxes, fees, & transfers included

Barcelona (3 Nights)

Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region in Spain, is a cultural masterpiece of a city. With world class museums, a gorgeous waterfront, delicious food & wine, and vibrant night life, there is something for everyone here.

• Enjoy boutique hotel steps from the Gothic Quarter nearby amazing eateries, bars, and boutiques
• Guided gastronomy adventure through Sant Antoni Market with small bites from a few vendors
• Explore the Gothic Quarter learning about Medieval history around famous landmarks like a 13th century cathedral
• Tapas lunch
• Stroll through Las Ramblas passing through the Modernist District en route to visit Sagrada Familia

Optional Day Adventure to Montserrat & the Costa Brava

A picturesque drive to the top of a small mountain will take us to a historic monastery.

• Walk inside Royal Basilica at Montserrat
• The Costa Brava: Follow the coastal walking route to admire the breath-taking sea-cliffs, coves, quaint fishing villages, and finish with some food and drink at a seaside village overlooking the ocean

Wonders of the South, Andalucía (6 Nights)

• 6 Nights throughout Granada, Ronda, Rio Tinto, Cadiz, & Seville

Granada (2 Nights)

It’s best known for the Alhambra, a grand, sprawling hilltop fortress encompassing royal palaces, serene patios, and reflecting pools from the Nasrid dynasty.

• Alhambra Palace
• Stroll through the Alcazaba (fortress), the royal baths, and the palace of Charles the Fifth
• Explore and photograph Generalife Gardens filled with flowers, fountains, and green spaces
• Guided walk through the center of Granada with stops at the Grenada Cathedral and Royal Chapel

National Park of Sierra Nevada and Alpujarras

The region of mountain villages known as Las Alpujarras clings to the southern flanks of the Sierra Nevada, cut by deep, sheltered valleys & gorges that run towards the Mediterranean.

• Guided hiking in the park exploring the most picturesque mountain villages
• Village road trip en route back to Granada with stops at Pampaneira, Bubion, & Capileira

El Caminito del Rey

The incredible views, its fascinating history, and its undeniable spectacularity have made the excursion a must when near Malaga.

• We’ll enjoy a guided walk along the side of the gorge (literally)
• Take the same route used by laborers walking through this canyon en route to building a hydroelectric dam
• Incredible rock formations, colors, and scenery throughout

Sierra de Ronda (1 Night)

The millennial city of Ronda possesses one of the most beautiful historical centers of Spain.

• Guided excursions throughout the highlights of Ronda including a mansion owned by a powerful regional family, one of the last stone bullrings in the country, and various viewpoints of the lowlands

Seville (2 Nights)

Situated on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, Seville has a rich Moorish heritage, and used to be a prosperous port that carried out trade with the Americas.

• Guided excursion throughout the highlights of Seville
• Stroll through the Jewish quarter of Santa Cruz and visit the royal Palace of Alcazar
• Optional tapas and bar crawl through highly regarded restaurants visited regularly by locals

Tarifa (1 Night)

• Costa de la Luz Cliff Walk (Andalusia Coastline)
• The southernmost point of Spain
• Walk pedestrian only areas by the coast

Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary of our Spain small group tours!

Join Us!

*Solo travelers can pair up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $4,249
Single Supplement: $695

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/spain-small-group-tours/

Thu, Oct 23 · 7:00 PM PDT

All-Inclusive Kenya Safari

Nairobi, Sarova Panafric Nairobi, Kenyatta Ave, Nairobi, Kenya, KE

October 23 - October 31, 2025

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club ( http://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have an incredible all-inclusive safari trip for all the wildlife and adventure lovers out there!

Email joinus@photoflytravel.com for daily itinerary!

Sign up here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/all-inclusive-kenya-safari-group-tours/

Imagine the thrill of setting foot in a land where the untamed beauty of nature unfolds before your eyes—Kenya, a destination where adventure, culture, and wildlife converge in a spectacular symphony.

From the vast savannahs of the Maasai Mara to the rugged peaks of Mount Kenya, this East African gem offers an unforgettable safari experience like no other.

Venture into the heart of the wild, where lions prowl the golden plains, elephants roam freely, and cheetahs race across the horizon. The world-famous Maasai Mara, home to the Great Migration, promises a front-row seat to one of nature's most awe-inspiring spectacles. Beyond wildlife, Kenya's rich cultural tapestry awaits—meet the Maasai warriors, learn about the traditions of the Samburu, or relax back at the luxury lodge with a frosty beverage in your hand.

Kenya’s allure lies in its magic, where every moment promises the adventure of a lifetime. Ready to experience it for yourself? Your unforgettable safari awaits. The parks you will visit include...

Maasai Mara
World-renowned for the breathtaking spectacle of ‘the greatest wildlife show on earth’, the awe inspiring annual migration of the wildebeest, the Mara is Kenya’s most visited protected area. Technically an extension of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park, the Mara constitutes only 4% of the entire Serengeti ecosystem but its rolling grasslands, meandering rivers, and towering escarpments offer one of the world’s most rewarding and evocative wildlife arenas. Of all the places to experience and photograph the Big Five in their natural stomping grounds, the Mara stands alone as king of the parks.

Aberdare National Park & Mt Kenya
Ringed by the chill and misty moorlands of the third highest mountain range in Kenya, the atmospheric Aberdare National Park was dubbed ‘Scotland with Lions’ by the early colonialists. As well as lions, the park also offers elephants, lichen-hung forests, spectacular waterfalls and trout-filled streams.

The Rugged Three: Samburu, Shaba, & Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Beautiful natural springs and lush green in the middle of an otherwise arid landscape, these rugged and remote wildlife reserves provide some of the best and most colorful game viewing in the country.

Lake Nakuru National Park
Small in size but high in wildlife, Nakuru is the most famous of the Great Rift Valley lakes, and the ideal stopover en-route to the Maasai Mara. Perhaps most famous as the home to a shifting population of over an enormous amount of flamingos, it's also Kenya’s first and largest rhino sanctuary; sightings of both black and white rhino almost guaranteed!
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• 8 Nights/9 Days Kenya safari
• All-inclusive (except arrival day)
• Unique, immersive, game lodges & luxury tented camps
• Privately guided small group tour
• Comfortable safari vehicles
• Two safari drives per day (except during travel time between parks)

- All taxes, transfers, fees included
- Airfare is not included, ask us for help. Flying into and out of Nairobi
International Airport (NBO)
- Roommate pairing to save money
- Email us to see daily itinerary at joinus@photoflytravel.com

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Join Us!

Solo travelers will pair up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $4,395
Single Supplement: $895

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/all-inclusive-kenya-safari-group-tours/

Thu, Oct 30 · 7:00 PM PDT

50+ HALLOWEEN EVE BASH!

DITAS, 562 BRIDGEWAY, Sausalito, CA, US

Our first-ever 50+ Halloween party will be a night to remember! This is your chance to really shine! Dress in your favorite costume (optional) – whether it's classic spooky, hilariously creative, or elegantly enchanting – and let's dance the night away! Maybe you will win a prize. It's going to be a night of pure fun, laughter, and celebrating together. Join us for an evening packed with incredible music, great company, and plenty of opportunities to show off your moves. Thursday, Oct 30, 2025, 7-11pm.

DISCOUNT TICKETS: $55/early birds or $65/door.

CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.

LOCATION: Dita's (Eria Cafe) Restaurant, with a spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge, SF, and The Bay! 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965.

CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, Professionals Guild, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.

MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Speed Dating, 30s & 40s and 50+, Oct 18, Sunnyvale
· Salsa Thursday!, Oct 23, Sausalito
· 40s & 50s Mixer, Oct 26, Tiburon
· 50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito
· Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito
· 50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco
· Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, Nov 12, San Francisco
· Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 30s & 40s, Nov 15, Alameda
· 50 & Fabulous, Nov 23, Tiburon
· 50+ Holiday Mixer, Dec 7, Los Gatos
· Holiday Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Dec 10, Campbell
· 50+ Christmas Party, Dec 20, Walnut Creek
· New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, TBA

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PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.