About us
What is Excursions by the Bay?
We are a social club for single adults of all ages that sponsors about 70 fun events each year all over the Bay Area! This includes dance parties, speed dating, cocktail parties, wine tastings, etc.
All of our events are fundraisers for The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. Every $50 we raise finances a cataract surgery in one of 20 poor countries around the world! So you can have fun at the parties, meet new friends, and cure blind people at the same time!
Please spread the word to all of your single friends about this fun meetup.
Discounts for all of our parties can be found on our main website at www.thepartyhotline.com.
See you at the parties!
Rich Gosse
Chairman, Society of Single Professionals
P.S. I met my wife, Debby Gosse, at one of my parties. Hope you will all be so lucky!
Upcoming events
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Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!
SFO AIRPORT, San Francisco International Airport 94128, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, US¡¡¡ Pura Vida !!!
Come alone, leave with friends!
This is what Meetup is all about. Being able to join and do what you wanted to do . . just not alone.We are going to Costa Rica for 9 nights/10 days of exploration and tropical adventures. . . . Best Meetup ever!!
To see how fun it is . . . Here are photos from when we did go before https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9
Costa Rica is a playground for the adventurous and an eco-tourist's dream! It is an unspoiled tropical paradise.
- Beautiful beaches
- Rainforest biodiversity
- Misty volcanoes
- Roaring rivers
- Lush jungles
- Exotic flora and fauna
- And more!!
And we are going there to enjoy it, learn about it and make memories of a lifetime!
This event is a true Meetup. We are creating it from scratch, and bringing like-minded people together on this adventure. Along the way making lifelong memories and friendships.
Together . . . let’s make a Meetup to remember!
- Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano
- Selvatura Zip Line Canopy Tour
- Guided visit to Finca Luna Nueva Farm
- Caño Negro Refuge Tour/Visit
- Rio Frio Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour
- Hanging Bridges Walking Tour
- Ecotermales Hot Springs
- Monteverde Night Walk Tour
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour (daytime)
- River Floating Tour
- Tamarindo Beach
- Sunset Sailing
- Snorkeling Tour
- And more!
For a detailed Day By Day itinerary Click Here to fill out our info request form
Land Tour cost $3350 per person, double occupancy (we match roommates for those traveling solo, and most of us are doing just that).
If you want your own room: Solo occupancy additional $950
The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $300 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure.
Click here for secure deposit linkWhen you make a deposit be sure to fill out this ATTENDEES FORM.
As we mentioned, . . . the cost is $3350. This is for the "Land" portion only. Airfare is not included. This gives you the flexibility to have a flight with timing that works best for you. Or to use points/miles.
I can also help arranging your airfare. To receive an offer, CLICK HERE and send me a message.What is Included in this trip:
- 9 Nights hotel accommodation
- 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.
- Meet & Greet at the airport.
- Pick-up from airport to our hotel, and hotel to airport at the end of the trip
- Transportation throughout the trip
- Private naturalist English speaking tour guide
- All entrance fees and tours mentioned in the itinerary day-by-day description
- Daily water bottles for the group
- Hotel and Added Value Tax
Does not include:
x International Airfare
x Meals other than specified
x Optional Tours
x All items of personal nature (telephone calls, Laundry, room service, etc.)
x Tipping for tour guides and driversWant more info?
Click Here to fill out our info request formOR
RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.
OR
CLICK HERE to send me a message
Whatever is easiest for you!
Still have questions?
We do a Q & A Zoom once a month.
CLICK HERE for our Q & A Zoom. RSVP on that event to get a reminder for the zoom.Click here for the MAIN location of this event on Meetup RSVP there to post any discussion and to get notice of any comments and discussions. As well as any updates and reminders
We believe in good decent social.
SOT 2000318-10
3 attendees- $45.00
MEN WANTED for Speed Dating for 40s/50s. Tickets for women are sold out.
MOG ASU, 1 BLACKFIELD DR #14, Tiburon, CA, USMeet new single friends, 40s/50s, 5 minutes at a time, at an upscale venue! Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening! Sunday, June 7, 2026, 7-9pm.
DISCOUNT TICKETS: $45/advance; $55/ at the door (if space permits). Tickets for women are sold out. We need men! Please spread the word to your bachelor buddies!
SCHEDULE:
6:45-7:00pm Registration.
7:00 – 7:15 Speed Dating Introduction
7:15 – 9:00 Speed Dating
We often sell out, and strongly suggest securing a spot online. Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 7:15 PM.LOCATION: Mog Asu Wine Bar at The Cove Shopping Center, 1 Blackfield Drive #14, Tiburon, CA. Free parking! We request that everyone purchase at least one drink so that this fine venue invites us back!
CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, BayAreaFun, 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.
· Silicon Valley Mixer, 50+, May 26, Campbell
· Pickleball Singles Mixer, 21-35, May 30, San Jose
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at Brand New Walnut Creek Hotel, May 31
· Desi Speed Dating, 30s/40s, June 3, San Francisco
· Christian Singles Dinner & Mixer, June 6, all ages, Emeryville
· Marin Speed Dating, 40s/50s, June 7, Tiburon
· SF Speed Dating, 30s/40s, June 14, San Francisco
· Welcome Summer Speed Dating, 40s/50s, June 21, Milpitas
· SF Art Gallery Mixer, 50+, June 25, San Francisco
· North Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, June 28, Novato
· Paddle Boarding, adults of all ages, July 11, San RafaelFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
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.
14 attendees - $45.00
SF Speed Dating Party
DACHA Kitchen & Bar, 1085 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, USReady for a fun, fast-paced way to expand your social circle? Join us for an exciting evening of speed dating designed specifically for singles ages 30s and 40s. Meet new friends, 5 minutes at a time, at a fine restaurant! Dress to impress. Whether you're looking for a soulmate or just a new friend, this is the perfect place to spark a connection.
TICKETS: $45/advance. $55/door, if space permits. These events usually sell out, so we recommend purchasing an advanced ticket online.
WHEN: Sunday, June 14, 2026, 2:30-4:30pm.
WHERE: DACHA, 1085 Sutter Street, San Francisco CA. Free street parking on Sundays! We request that everyone purchase at least one drink so that this fine venue invites us back!
SCHEDULE:
2:15pm - Registration.
2:30 – 2:45pm - Speed Dating Introduction
2:45-4:30pm - Speed Dating
Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 2:45 PM.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.
MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Christian Singles Dinner & Mixer, June 6, all ages, Emeryville
· Salsa Saturday, June 6, all ages, Novato
· Marin Speed Dating, 40s/50s, June 7, Tiburon
· SF Speed Dating, 30s/40s, June 14, San Francisco
· Welcome Summer Speed Dating, 40s/50s, June 21, Milpitas
· SF Art Gallery Mixer, 50+, June 25, San Francisco
· North Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, June 28, Novato
· Advanced Degrees Mixer, adults of all ages, July 2, Sunnyvale
· America’s 250th Birthday Party, July 4, Silicon Valley
· Paddle Boarding, adults of all ages, July 11, San Rafael
· East Bay Speed Dating, 30s/40s, July 12, Walnut Creek
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, July 19, Dublin
· Marin SingleMingle for 50+, August 16, TiburonFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
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.
13 attendees 
Mt Kilimanjaro Trek! One of the 7 Summits ~ A Bucket List Adventure !
SFO AIRPORT, San Francisco International Airport 94128, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USOur Meetup is off to another hiking adventure! Mt Kilimanjaro, as the tallest mountain in Africa, is included in the 7 Summits of the world.
It is a bucket-list item for all hard-core hikers and mountain lovers.
We did this trek with Meetup in the summer of 2024 and it was a true experience of a lifetime (see photos below)Let's get to some numbers. It is 5,895m/19,340ft
BUT . . . our starting elevation for the trek is 3795m/12541ft
As such elevation gain is 2100m/6799ft
To compare Everest Base Camp trek, is about 2754m/9035ft elevation change. And Mt Whitney is about 1828m/6000ft elevation change.
The key to being able to succeed in this endeavor lays in the route and the support system.
We are taking the Lemosho Route via the Northern Circuit. The Northern Circuit route is the longest and newest of the seven established Kilimanjaro routes. It's one of the best routes because it has the best acclimatization profile. This results in one of the highest summit success rates. Add to that stunning views, and comparatively relaxed pace. It is also much less crowded than the other Kilimanjaro routes.
As far as our support system: We will be accompanied by experienced guides, porters and cooks. They are certified, ensuring our safety and comfort. Porters will carry our gear.
We will have a high ratio of guides to hikers. Our guides will go our pace and support each and everyone of us, regardless of fitness level and pace. In other words...you go your own speed and we all get there safe.
More about our trek/trip.
As with all our international trips, we picked the best season/time of year to go for weather and wildlife. Lemosho and Northern Circuit is a scenically spectacular and varied route. At the lower elevations it has an abundance of wildlife such as elephant, buffalo, eland and lion which come over to forage during dry season.Each of our trips is personally crafted to offer the best places and best use of time.
But I don't have the needed gear?!
You don't need much more than the standard trekker's equipment. We will provide you with a list of what is already included and what can be rented there.Does this include food?
All meals on the trek potion are included and a cook travels with us!What is lodging like?
We are sleeping in new and comfortable tents (carried during the day by porters)I am new at this.
That's OK. We do plenty of prep Zooms before we depart. And in California we have a number of local outdoor day or weekend outings you can test out with us.How dangerous is this? What if I get sick or hurt?
We will be walking on an established, well used trail the entire time. Our trip INCLUDES emergency insurance. We are also Certified Wilderness First Responders and our guides are members of (AMREF) Flying Doctor.
Plain and simple, safety is our primary goal.How much does this cost?
Kilimanjaro Mountain Trek $3950 per person, double occupancy. Land only (airfare not included). Solo supplement $600Trip Cost includes:
- 9 nights accommodation
- 3 meals everyday on the trek
- All Fees & Entrances and Taxes
- Camping equipment such as tents, tables, chairs.
- Lead Guide, Assistant Guides, Porters and CookRSVP to this event shows your interest, but does not hold your space.
The only way to secure your spot for this trip is a $300 deposit:
CLICK HERE FOR SECURE DEPOSIT LINK
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).IF you need an airfare quote, Click here to message Anna
For more information about this or any of our other international events, fill out this form: INTERNATIONAL MEETUPS INFO REQUESTTo see pictures from our Kilimanjaro adventure in 2024 CLICK HERE
We do a monthly Q & A Zoom: Meet others attending, be social, or come and get any questions answered.
Click Here to RSVP to our ZoomThe MAIN location where this event is posted:
https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302872805/
(RSVP there for any conversation and comments)This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here for our other events:
Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
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