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Tremendous Turkey

Mon, Apr 6 · 7:00 PM EDT

Istanbul, Ebusuud cad. NO:12 , Sirkeci , 34110 Istanbul TURKEY, TR

April 6th – 18th, 2026

Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/turkey-small-group-tours/

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

Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have created a brand new adventure to Turkey. Experience the rich tapestry of history and culture throughout her diverse regions and landscapes. In the vibrant city of Istanbul, explore iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the bustling Grand Bazaar. Be immersed in local flavors with a street food culinary tour, and enjoy a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus. In Cappadocia, marvel & photograph its unique landscapes, including the fairy chimneys of Devrent Valley and the ancient rock-cut churches in Red Valley. In Antalya, visit stunning waterfalls and the charming old town of Kaleiçi. Relax on a white sand beach or explore further at the ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos. In Pamukkale, walk on the mesmerizing travertine terraces and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis. Discover the ancient Roman metropolis of Ephesus and the picturesque village of Sirince, concluding with a delightful farewell dinner by the sea. A perfect blend of history, photography, cultural immersion, and breathtaking natural beauty; need we say more?

• 12 Nights/13 Days Turkey
• Istanbul (3 Nights)| Cappadocia (3 Nights) | Antalya (3 Nights) | Pamukkale (1 Night) | Kusadasi (2 Nights)
• Charming boutique hotels & resorts
• 3 Domestic flights INCLUDED!
• Breakfast daily
• 4 Dinners
• Privately guided adventures throughout
• All taxes, transfers, fees included

Email us directly at joinus@photoflytravel.com to receive a detailed daily itinerary!

Istanbul - 3 nights

• The Old City: Guided tour of Hagia Sophia, Byzantine Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar.
• Culinary Immersion: Taste Istanbul's popular street foods, visit a traditional artisan restaurant for homemade delicacies and enjoy Turkish delights with coffee.
• The Spice Market: Capture Istanbul's 17th-century Spice Bazaar, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and rich history as a hub of spice trade; an authentic sensory feast with aromatic spices, herbs, teas, and traditional Turkish products amidst Ottoman-inspired architecture.
• Cruise the Bosphorus: Admire the banks sailing between Europe and Asia, a unique winding strait separating two continents.

Cappadocia - 3 nights

• Devrent Valley, Pasabag, and Avanos: A photographer's dream; Devrent Valley, known for its unique rock formations, offers our cameras surreal landscapes resembling animal shapes and fairy chimneys. Pasabag features extraordinary hoodoos and multiple-stemmed fairy chimneys, while Avanos is famed for its pottery traditions along the banks of the Kızılırmak River.
• Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon: Enjoy and photograph the views of this astounding, unique landscape from the sky as the sun's golden hues blanket the valley!
• Open Air Museum: The heart of Cappadocia, famous for its wall painting dating back to the 10th century, describes the life of Jesus Christ.
• Red Valley & Cavusin: Renowned for its striking red-hued rock formations, Red Valley offers panoramic views and excellent photography opportunities amidst picturesque backdrops. Cavusin, an ancient village nearby, showcases historic cave dwellings and rock-cut churches, providing a glimpse into the region's rich cultural and architectural heritage.
• Özkonak Underground City: A lesser-known but fascinating underground complex carved out of soft volcanic rock with multiple levels of tunnels, rooms, and ventilation shafts, offering insights into ancient underground living and defense strategies in the region.
• Creating the cuisine: A memorable cooking class with a 4-course meal including soup, entrée, main meal, and local dessert.

Antalya – 3 nights

• Kaleiçi (Old Town): Discover the ancient quarters, renowned for picturesque narrow streets, historic Ottoman houses, and a vibrant atmosphere with shops, cafes, and ancient landmarks.
• Stunning Waterfalls: The Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall cascades dramatically down steep cliffs into the Mediterranean Sea while Kursunlu Waterfall provides a tranquil setting amidst lush greenery, with cascades that flow into small ponds ideal for nature walks, picnics, and of course, photography!
• Relax and enjoy the beach: Free time to relax, wander the ancient streets, or head to one of the beautiful white sand beaches that dot the coast.
• Optional adventure to Perge & Aspendos: Showcasing remarkable Roman archaeological sites, Perge features well-preserved ruins including a grand theater, agora, and Roman baths, offering insights into urban life during antiquity.

Pamukkale – 1 night

• The Cotton Castle: Famed for its natural hot springs and stunning terraces of travertine formations, these mineral-rich terraces have been formed over millennia by the flow of calcium-rich waters cascading down the mountainside.

Kusadasi – 2 nights

• Sirince Village: Nestled in the hills near Kusadasi and Ephesus, this village charms visitors with its cobblestone streets, traditional Ottoman houses, and vineyards producing local fruit wines.

Ephesus

• Guided Discovery of Ephesus: Explore and learn about the Arcadian Way, Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Celsius Library, and the Antique Theatre; amazing Greco-Roman architecture to photograph in every direction.

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

Price: $3,595
Single Supplement: $995

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

$15 Early Bird Special, Fun Dodgeball, All Levels Welcome!(Multi-Group Event)

Sat, Apr 25 · 6:30 PM EDT

Peabody Elementary School, 70 Rindge Ave, Cambridge, MA, US

🏆 Fun Dodgeball – Our 79th Event!(2nd or 3rd Saturday) 🏆
📅 Next Fun Dodgeballs - May 16th, None in March
🕖 Check-in: 6:30 PM | Game Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Andrew Peabody School Gymnasium, Cambridge/Somerville Line
🚇 Near the Red Line (Davis Square & Porter Square Stops)
🚗 Parking: 25 spots available on Haskell Street
🎉 No experience necessary – bring friends, family, and co-workers!
💰 Cost & Payment:

• $15 Early Bird Ticket Special until 4/10 Then It is $20!
• Save on Eventbrite fees: Venmo DavidM0625 or can do Cash App

📢 If you plan to attend, please Pay in Advance by 4/21 or Sooner, if possible!
This helps us organize and make sure we have enough players for Dodgeball.

Everyone please bring Some Munchies/Snacks or some Beverages with you and I will have tables setup outside the gym for everyone to enjoy when they are not playing and I will also bring some nice cold water!!

• You may Purchase here, but again Venmo Saves You Money:
• https://fun-dodgeball-Apr-25-2026.eventbrite.com

🎉 Event Details 🎉
🏐 90 Minutes to 2 Hours of Fun!
🏀 Play Dodgeball!

Not Your Gym Class Dodgeball! 😄
This is Social Dodgeball— all about fun, laughs, and friendly competition.
Everyone's welcome, no matter your skill level!

🍻 After Dodgeball, There is a Social Gathering:
Join us at Joe Sent Me (2388 Mass Ave, Cambridge) for post-game drinks and socializing! We started a separate Social Event with over 40 attending the Last 3!

❗ Refund Policy: Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds. Please ensure you can attend before purchasing.

⚡ Fun Dodgeball Rules ⚡
1️⃣ Have Fun!
🎉 This is a casual, friendly event, so bring the energy and enjoy the game! Let’s keep it light and fun!
2️⃣ Headshots Don’t Count!
❌ Hits above the neck? Not an elimination! We’re all about the action below the neck — so aim low and have fun!
3️⃣ Catching is Cool!
👐 Catches only count if you grab the ball before it touches the ground, wall, or hits another player. Timing is EVERYTHING! ⏱️
4️⃣ Blocking – Be Careful!
⚠️ Using the ball to block? If it falls from your hands or hits your fingers, you’re OUT! Be strategic!
5️⃣ Stay Within the Boundaries!
🚫 Step out of bounds, and you’re disqualified. Stay inside the lines to stay in the game! Keep your footing!
7️⃣ Opening Rush – It’s a Race!
🏃‍♂️ At the start, grab the balls only on your right side! To throw, the ball must clear the designated cone first — no shortcuts!
8️⃣ Quick Throws, Fast Moves!
⏰ You’ve got 10-15 seconds to throw the ball and keep the action moving — no time to waste!
9️⃣ Rule Adjustments
🔄 Rules may be adjusted on the fly for an even better experience! Let’s keep it fair and fun for everyone.
⚡ Let the Games Begin! ⚡
Ready to dodge, dive, and catch some balls? 🎯 Go out there and show us what you’ve got! 💥

Need Help Finding Us?
Look for David at the gym entrance or inside. If needed, call 617-548-6208 for assistance.

⚠ Liability Notice: By attending, you assume full responsibility for any risks associated with participation. The organizer and event hosts are not liable for any injuries, damages, or personal risks.

🎉 $5 Early Bird Let’s Get Social – Meet & Mingle! 🍹🍕 Multi-Group Event

Sat, Apr 25 · 9:00 PM EDT

Joe Sent Me, 2388 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, US

✨ Join Us for an Unforgettable Night of Socializing, Great Food, and Awesome Drinks! ✨

Come meet and mingle with a fantastic group of people at Joe Sent Me in Cambridge! It is just a short walk from Porter & Davis Squares! 🍽️ With a reserved area and a fun vibe, you won’t want to miss this night out. Plus, the food and drink prices are a steal! 🍕🍻

We have had as many as 40 plus People Attending this event!!

Here’s what to expect:

• Delicious food and drinks at great prices 🍔🍻
• $5 Early Bird Special Until 4/18 Then it is $10!
• Please pay in Advance, to help notify Restaurant on space to reserve!
• Venmo $5 to DavidM0625 & Save on Eventbrite Fees!
• Complimentary Lite Apps will be provided!
• Socializing and meeting new friends from multiple Meetup groups 🤝
• A fun group of people to connect with! 😄

Bonus: After the meetup, some of us are heading to Orleans for Karaoke & Dancing and/or The Burren for Bands/DJs 🎤💃!

All are also welcome to stay longer which has also happened!

You can pay here but will Save by doing Venmo, Can do CashApp too: https://Lets-Get-Social-Apr2526.eventbrite.com

Can’t wait to meet you there! If you have any questions or need info on the day of the event, feel free to text/call me at 617-548-6208.

Liability Notice: By attending, you assume full responsibility for any risks associated with participation. The organizer and event hosts are not liable for any injuries, damages, or personal risks.

Wonders of Japan

Tue, May 12 · 7:00 PM EDT

Tokyo, Japan, 1 Chome-5-10 Shibakoen, Minato, JP

May 12 - May 21, 2026

Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/japan-group-tours

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

Travel friends at PhotoFly Travel Club are bringing back their adventure to Japan! Our Japan group tours are chock full of diverse activities including unique cultural experiences, fantastic landscapes, and all the beautiful temples and architecture that make Japan so iconic. Highlights include the Meiji Shrine in downtown Tokyo inside a park with over 100,000 trees, an easygoing walk through Chubu-Sangaku National Park in the central mountain ranges, visit to Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park and accompanying museum, strolling through the Fushimi Inari temple complex in Kyoto filled with over 10,000 bright orange torii gates, an overnight stay on the peaceful Miyajima Island, and an optional activity to have a private photoshoot and cultural exchange with Japan's cultural treasure, a geisha! Thanks to the advanced bullet trains crisscrossing this country, covering distance is easy to do, and all the complex arrangements will be made on your behalf. Read on to see more of the highlights below.

• 9 nights/10 days
• Boutique hotels, ryokans, & highly rated accommodations
• Breakfast daily
• 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
• All transfers, rail tickets, public transit tickets, entry fees, and activities as listed in the daily itinerary
• Private guides throughout
• All taxes, transfers, & fees included

Email us directly at joinus@photoflytravel.com to receive a detailed daily itinerary!

Tokyo: 2 Nights

• The Electric City - Experience Akihabara, an otherworldly place filled with bizarre "Japanime" oddities, neon signs, and streets & alleys lined with vendors selling every type of new and used electronics you can think of!
• Asakusa Kanon Temple (Sensoji) - Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist Temple from the 17th century.
• Meiji Shrine - Dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken.
• Shinjuku - skyscraper district has great restaurants, shops, and neon lights everywhere you look. It's nicknamed the Times Square of Tokyo.

The Japanese Alps & Takayama: 2 Nights

• Hirayu Great Falls: This magnificent waterfall is over 200 ft tall and 20 ft across.
• Kamikochi Valley: Inside Chubu-Sangaku National Park, this highland area is home to an amazing walk through lightly forested areas with ponds, macaque monkeys, and a curving river with the mountains as a backdrop.
• Takayama Morning Market: On the bank of the Miyagawa River, the market is fun to observe stands selling local farm produce, flowers and crafts.
• Takayama’s Old Town: Visit and photograph Takayama Jinya, the old government house as well as old homes, shops, coffee houses, and sake breweries, some of which have been in business for centuries.
• Optional Hida Folk Village Tour: This open-air museum exhibits over 30 traditional houses from the Hida region, the mountainous district of Gifu Prefecture around Takayama.

Kyoto: 4 nights

• Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion): Covered with 18-carat gold leaf, this incredible building was originally built by the Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in 1397.
• Okochi Mountain Villa: This famous villa consists of several beautiful gardens and buildings, including living quarters, tea houses, and a meditation hall.
• Monkey Park Iwatayama: We’ll meander up a small hill to reach the park with a nice overlook filled with macaques.
• Gion District & Optional Geisha Cultural Exchange: Walk through the sleepy district where geisha come from all over the country to train. For those interested (not included) we’ll get to have an incredible experience in a local house with a geisha for a cultural exchange and private photo shoot.
• Fushimi Inari Shrine: Filled with thousands of vermilion gates, this hillside complex and temple is enormous and beautiful.

Hiroshima & Charming Miyajima Island: 1 Night

• Memorial Peace Park, Museum, & A-Bomb Dome: Experience the poignant reminder that caused Hiroshima’s fame.
• Miyajima Island: is small sacred island located in the Inland Sea. It has been a holy place of Shintoism since the earliest times.
• Vermilion Torii Gate & Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima: a sacred island where we’ll visit the world famous Vermilion Torii gate at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Miyajima is one of Japan’s three most scenic places.

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

Price: $4,195
Single Supplement: $1,095

Deposit: $600

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