
What we’re about
There have been many requests for a travel group, and I will plan many outings that involve day or weekend trips, plus local events. We will focus on activities that our significant others may not be as enthusiastic about as we are. There are many places to explore within driving distance, and some of us may want to travel to far away places with great food, wine and culture. We may even invite the men, at times!
We will have some social events for getting to know each other better, but this group will focus on travel and prepaid events. I will research high quality restaurants, accommodations, and activities, even if it is just for a day trip. I'm not a travel agent, so I am not planning these trips for profit, or to be like a tour group. I'm looking for travel companions who also may not have any, so we can explore the destinations together. For that reason, the focus of this group is to stay together on trips. I'm not booking rooms so everyone can go off on their own. There will be free time, and I will also ask for suggestions in advance for each trip we take, so I can plan the schedule and make restaurant reservations. I want to do most of the planning in advance because these are my vacations too, and I would like to enjoy the time we are there. Many of these trips will be planned around events and festivals, so we have a focus for our trip. While we have free time when we're away on longer trips, we will explore the unique shopping areas of that town, and do some sight seeing. This is an active group, so keep in mind that many trips will involve quite a bit of walking. I look forward to the fun times we will have together!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Bourbon and Beyond Festival in Kentucky!Car pool from Greer., Greer, SCUSD 2,500.00
The World’s Largest Music, Food & Bourbon Festival returns, serving up a genre-spanning lineup featuring Ringo Starr, Joe Bonamassa, Phish, Linda Ronstadt, Foreigner, Goo Goo Dolls, Blues Traveler, Collective Soul, Blind Melon, John Waite, Marcy Playground, Spin Doctors, Third Eye Blind, Gin Blossoms, Robert Cray Band, Trombone Shorty, Noah Kahan, Sturgill "Johnny Blue Skies" Simpson, Mary Chapin Carpenter, The Lumineers, Jack White, Benson Boone, Alabama Shakes, Cage The Elephant, Marc Cohn, Khruangbin, and over 120 acts!
Don't miss The Bourbon Experience and The Culinary Atelier, hosted by bourbon expert Chris Blandford alongside celebrated chefs Amanda Freitag, Ed Lee, and Chris Santos. This exclusive event brings together world-class bourbon tastings and gourmet culinary pairings, with special live podcast tapings by renowned bourbon critic Fred Minnick.
I purchased two Weekend 4-Day Mint VIP passes, which include: Expanded VIP (brand new three story structure, more space, more restrooms, more bars, more seating, more shade), VIP viewing area in front of both main stages, Shaded lounge with comfortable seating and live audio and video streams of the main stages, Outdoor patio areas offering shade, lounge seating, misting fans, and prime views of each main stage, Dedicated festival merch booth, Air-conditioned, flushable restrooms with toiletries for added comfort, Dedicated bars with full beverage options and premium food for purchase, Locker rental with charging capabilities available, Dedicated concierge team), and an on-site "Glamping" package, before they sold out (two queen beds - one person in each, 5-night stay in a luxury style “Bell Tent” located in a prime spot in the campgrounds closest to the festival entrance, complimentary Early Camp Arrival pass to gain access to the campgrounds beginning on Wednesday, September 10, one Camping Vehicle Pass for parking in close proximity to the Barrel Cove camping area, two queen sized beds with bed frames, pillows, towels, end tables, fans, two outside chairs, and a lock to make sure that all of your belongings are safe, tent lighting and 110V power strip with maximum 4 outlets, Dedicated 24-hour Security in the Barrel Cove camping area, Dedicated portable restrooms, Access to all general campground amenities including general store, showers, food trucks, water stations, and more).
The price of this Meetup is for one Weekend 4-Day Mint VIP pass and one queen bed in our Barrel Cove Tent Glamping package, including their service charges, and is discounted here because you must be willing to drive our car pool to the Highland Festival Grounds at Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, Kentucky (about a 6 and a half hour drive from Greer, SC).
Here is the link with more details: https://mailchi.mp/bourbonandbeyond/just-announced-your-2025-bourbon-beyond-lineup-15569739?e=f9f58daccc
Let me know if you have any questions. I hope you can join us!