About us
We have renamed our meetup to reflect a more casual approach to wine & wine tasting & food pairing by adding additional & unique wine activities. Events include Wine Tours. Wine & Art Tours & the unique concept of Wine & Nature Adventure Outings. (Wine/Bike trips, Wine Kayak Outings, Foodie/Wine & Nature Outings.)
Occasionally we will invite vintners to offer their insights about their own experience in the wine industry while pouring their wines. And we invite wine drinkers to share in these discussions, treks, and tastings. Come join in the exploration.
Santé,
TOM Bold aka: Koma Nahoa (Hawaiian Name)
Please note: Tom Merle is still our Wine Guru.
Upcoming events
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EXPERIENCE HIDDEN BOULDER FALLS & THE DEAD ZONE FOREST !
THE CROSS ROADS, CORNER OF SILVERADO TRAIL & DEER PARK RD., St. Helena, CA, US##
Aloha Adventurers , & pay close attention to all information !
First rule : Absolutely no useless, no shows !!!!! They will be dropped from meetup !
Second rule : Get off the sofa & read the First rule again !!!!!!!!!!
Third rule : No 3rd rule yet ???
****** Note : the weather looks to be great!!! Its been over a year since we experienced this off the beaten path, Waterfall trek ! It's easy & fun & great for photos ! Some uphill & short climbing, rough trails & creek crossings .
***** Wear good hiking shoes or boots. I have hiking poles for any who want or may need them . ( Think, creek crossings) !!
I also supply great snacks, water, energy drinks, gourmet nut packs , trail bars & more ! BUT BRING A LUNCH ALSO !
****** Our always after event dinner option follows !!!!!
***** Dogs , love this outing, kids also. They attend for free !!!
***** Members fee is only 22.00 & their guests are only 15.00 !
***** I don't work for free anymore, Thats why I'm so poor !!!! But rich in spirit & energy ! ****SEE INFO, BELOW *****
Ok: *****(( If you wish to carpool from just outside of Napa you can meet us in the parking lot at Stanley lane & Sonoma hwy . Just turn left at the light off hwy 29 ! After you go over the napa river bridge, & then a quick right at the stop light, to parking & cool food & cafe. (STANLY LANE SMOKEHOUSE )
Address : 3100 Golden Gate Drive ,Napa ,Ca. ***Note: Park against the bushes.
**** So you have 2 options !! Call me or text me if you are going to meet us at Stanley Lane. **** t's about a 1/2 hour drive North to St Helena from there. LEAVE TIME FROM SANLEY LANE IS ABOUT 9:00 TO 9:15 AM. MEET TIME AT Silverado Trail & Deerpark rd. is about 9;45 to 10:00 am. ******* Don.t forget this info !!!!
MY # IS: 925 787 3041 EM: [boldbackroads@gmail.com](mailto:boldbackroads@gmail.com) **********
SEE YOU ALL EVERYWHERE !!!!!! INDIE TO10 attendees
Astounding Antarctica
Los Ñires Ushuaia, Los Ñires 3040, V9410 Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, Ushuaia, ARAntarctica
March 20 - March 31, 2026
This lost world is truly like traveling to another planet! The unbelievable landscapes, animals, colors, and light make Antarctica a premiere destination for photographers, adventure travelers, nature lovers, history buffs, & just about every other type of traveler out there! Our travel club has partnered with the best specialized operator in the industry taking groups to the Arctic and Antarctic for over 25 years!
P.S. It's obviously quite expensive getting to the most remote place on earth, but we encourage you to research other options out there so you can see how incredible our value is!
Hosted by Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) that create and lead small group adventures.
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/antarctica-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Getting There...(~3 nights)
- Night 1: We sail the mountain-fringed Beagle Channel for the remainder of the evening.
- Day 2-3: Crossing the Drake Passage. Along the way we'll enjoy fascinating lectures by experts in marine biology, mountaineering, Antarctic research, & more.
- Wildlife Along the Way: Wandering albatrosses, grey-headed albatrosses, black-browed albatrosses, light-mantled sooty albatrosses, cape pigeons, southern fulmars, Wilson’s storm petrels, blue petrels, and Antarctic petrels are a few of the birds we might see.
Exploring Antarctica...(~5-6 nights)
"Antarctica’s surreal remoteness, extreme cold, enormous ice shelves and mountain ranges, and myriad exotic life forms invariably challenge you to embrace life fully...Antarctica is home to some of the world’s most extraordinary species. Some, such as the enormous whales, migrate from afar, while others, including the Weddell seal and emperor penguin, remain close to the continent. Antarctica possesses an unnamed quality. Call it inspiration, call it grandeur…it is simply the indescribable feeling of being a small speck in a vast, harshly beautiful land. To let our minds soar in a place nearly free of humankind’s imprint: this is magic." -Lonely Planet
Neumayer Channel: Great for multiple basecamp activities from the protected waters around Wiencke Island. We can enjoy the splendors of this alpine environment at sea with Zodiac and kayaking trips, possible snowshoe hikes, and soft-climb mountaineering options farther inland.
Pléneau & Petermann Islands: Sail through the stunning and world famous Lemaire Channel in search of Adélie penguins and blue-eyed shags. Also a good chance we'll encounter humpback, minke whales, & leopard seals here! Kayaking, glacier walks, and more ambitious mountaineering trips are the potential activities of this location.
Neko Harbor: An epic landscape of mammoth glaciers and endless wind-carved snow, Neko Harbor offers opportunities for a Zodiac cruise and landing that afford the closest views of the surrounding alpine peaks.
Paradise Bay: We have the chance to make camp here like a true polar explorer enjoying a supreme overnight Antarctic adventure!
Activities & Adventures
*Shore excursions and Zodiac cruises to enjoy wildlife and nature experiences
*Overnight camping opportunity with gear provided
*Hiking
*Kayaking (optional)
*Photography workshops
*Mountaineering (optional)
*Onboard interactive workshops
International airfare not included. Don't forget to email us for the daily itinerary for our Antarctica small group tour (joinus@photoflytravel.com).
*For our solo travelers, we will pair you up with same sex UNLESS single occupancy is requested to have your own room. Prices begin at $7,998 and please message directly for pricing and availability.
Available rooms:
Quad Cabin (4 twin beds/both bunk beds; 2 portholes)
Twin Cabin Porthole (2 twin beds; 2 portholes)
Twin Cabin Window (2 twin beds; 2 windows)
Twin Cabin Deluxe (2 twin beds; small sofa; 3 windows)
Superior Double (1 double bed; 1 sofa bed; 2 windows)
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/antarctica-group-tours/12 attendees
Cherry Blossoms in Japan! The Golden Triangle-including Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka!!!
SFO AIRPORT, San Francisco International Airport 94128, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USJoin us on this magical trip to Japan to experience the enchanting allure of spring, where nature paints the landscape with vibrant colors. We chose this season for the unparalleled opportunity to explore some of the country’s most iconic destinations at their best: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, and Osaka. We will also visit the Japanese Alps with stays in Matsumoto and Kanazawa. Each city boasts unique attractions and seasonal charm that will captivate our senses and leave us with unforgettable memories. A true Meetup Experience!
What is included:
- 3 nights in Tokyo
- 1 night in Matsumoto
- 2 nights in Kanazawa
- 2 nights in Kyoto
- 3 nights in Osaka
- Arrival and Departure Airport Transfers
- Transportation throughout by Coach
- English Speaking guide throughout the itinerary
- Sightseeing tours with admissions fees per itinerary
- Breakfast Daily
- 2 lunches, 5 dinners
Experience:
- Visit to shrines, temples and castles with amazing Spring Blossoms
- The Bullet train-Shinkansen
- Sushi Making Class
- Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
- Maiko Dinner (apprentice geisha)
- Samurai Experience
What is not included:
- International Airfare
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Items of personal nature
Japan during spring is a feast for the senses, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and urban excitement. We will enjoy it all and this promises to be an unforgettable adventure with our fellow Meetup travelers!
Land Tour cost $5760 per person, double occupancy
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Solo occupancy additional $1050
***International Airfare not included***
The only way to guarantee your spot for this meetup is a $400 deposit.
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RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.
RSVP DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
Deposit is the only way to hold your spot.
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Your deposit is fully refundable up to 90 days before the departure.
For airfare and other info on the trip, click here to message Anna
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Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.
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