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Thailand Sea Side Discovery: Bangkok, Phuket and Krabi Island

Mon, Feb 15, 2027 · 7:00 PM EST

JFK International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, NY, US

Join us for an unforgettable 10-day Meetup adventure through Thailand, blending culture, temples, islands, beaches, and relaxed free time. This trip is a true Meetup - designed for those who want to travel the world and explore exotic destinations like Thailand, but don’t want to do it alone. We are traveling as a group, while still enjoying flexibility and optional experiences.
This journey blends the energy of Bangkok, the tropical beauty of Phuket, and the laid-back charm of Krabi, creating the perfect balance of culture, nature, and downtime. We will explore iconic temples, cruise through stunning islands, relax on white-sand beaches, and enjoy free time to wander, shop, or simply slow down and soak it all in.

Trip Highlights
• Bangkok City & Temple Tour
• Optional Ayutthaya Day Trip
• Flight to Phuket included
• Phi Phi Islands Tour
• Big Buddha Visit
• Scenic drive from Phuket to Krabi
• 4 Island Hopping Tour with Picnic

Who is this trip for
✔ Solo travelers who don’t want to travel alone
✔ People who want structure without feeling rushed
✔ Travelers who enjoy a mix of sightseeing and free time
✔ Anyone who wants to experience Thailand with a fun, supportive group

This adventure is ideal for solo travelers, friends, couples and even families, who want the comfort of a group while keeping the experience fun and social.

The best way to see what it's like is to check the gallery with past pix from our previous trip: https://photos.app.goo.gl/qXfrs5zQp5rULNvb9

For a detailed Day By Day itinerary Click Here to fill out the form and receive information.

Land Tour cost $2997 per person, double occupancy (we match roommates for those willing to share and save).
If you want your own room: Solo occupancy $3867

The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $325 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure.
Click here for secure deposit link

When you make a deposit be sure to fill out this ATTENDEE’S FORM.
As mentioned, . . . the cost is $2997. This is for the "Land" portion only. International 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.
Ekaterina can also help arrange your airfare.
To contact her for more info, CLICK HERE to send her a message.

What is included in the cost:
✔ Meet & greet upon arrival at the airport
✔ 3 Nights in Bangkok
✔ 3 Nights in Phuket
✔ 3 Nights in Krabi
✔ Accommodation with daily breakfast as mention
✔ Airfare from Bangkok to Phuket
✔Transfer services in private air-conditioned vehicle
✔English speaking guide throughout program
✔Entrance fees, other boat fees where applicable
✔ Meals as listed in the program
✔Bottled water on coach during transfer
✔ Airport arrival and departure transfers in Bangkok
✔ Airport arrival transfer in Phuket (one time together for the group)
✔ Airport departure transfers in Krabi
✔ Road transfer from Phuket to Krabi

What is not included:

• International Airfare
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Visa
• Early check-in and late check-out
• Tips, drinks, personal expenses and others
• Travel insurance

Want more info?
Click Here to fill out our info request form
OR
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.

We believe in good, decent social. This event 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 to see or join our other events

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Everest Base Camp Yoga Trek: Discover the Land, People & Spirit of Nepal .

Sat, Apr 10, 2027 · 7:00 PM EDT

JFK International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, NY, US

This is definitely a bucket list type of trip. It embodies adventure and the romance of traveling to far off places. It is also tempered with safety and do-ability.
The actual dates are Apr 10-26, 2027 and the trip is 17 days/16 nights.

We have done this adventure three times already, in 2021, 2023 and 2025, and everybody had a blast! CLICK HERE to see attendee photos of the EBC trek

WE HAVE MADE CHANGES BASED UPON EXPERIENCE.

1. We are ADDING Yoga and Meditation, and a local expert TO BE WITH US to guide in Buddhist practice and local culture.
2. We are ADDING two days while going up to better acclimatize.
3. We are ADDING a HELLICOPTER FLIGHT from our highest camp back to start point AND REMOVING two days going down by taking the flight.

To clarify. We are NOT going up to the top of Everest (29,000’)
We are going to Everest Base Camp at 17,600’
Our starting elevation will be in Lukla at 9,400’

You need to be of average or better fitness. If you can manage walking 3-6 hours a day, up and down a hill while carrying a light daypack, you will be OK! If you are very fit and work out and train, you will be at the front.

Professional guides to lead, and Yaks to carry our gear are included. And a Yak Herder too!!

All that is left for us to carry is our water, snacks and camera.

But I don't have the needed gear?!
Sleeping bag and parka, rated to -10C are provided and walking poles too!

Does this include food?
All meals on the trek potion are included.

What is lodging like?
We are sleeping in a series of "Tea Houses" along the route. You will have a bed in a shared room with roommate (from the group). Sorry, a solo room will not be available on this trip. We will pair up everybody.

How dangerous is this? What if I get sick or hurt?
This is NOT the summiting Everest with people dying from bad choices. We will be walking on an established, well used trail the entire time, and NOT on snow or ice. Stats from past years show that 30,000 people a year do the EBC Trek. With all that said, . . . our trip INCLUDES emergency insurance. We are also Certified Wilderness First Responders.
Plain and simple, safety is our primary goal. We will have an experienced guide and porters, and we will be along the entire way.

How much does this cost?
Everest Base Camp Trip $3750 - 17 Days, land only (airfare not included)
For this trip we don’t offer single occupancy and we match you with a roommate if you don't have one.

We might be able to organize a group airfare from Los Angeles (LAX):**
We will be working on this in the summer of 2026.

RSVP to this event shows your interest, but does not hold your space.
The only way to secure your spot for this trip is a $250 deposit for the land portion: CLICK HERE FOR SECURE DEPOSIT LINK
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).

For more information fill out this form: https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8

Land Cost includes:

• Airport pick up and drop off 4 times
• 3 nights at Kathmandu hotel
• 13 nights Tea House accommodation during the trek.
• Kathmandu / Lukla Flights
• All entries, required permits and taxes
• Guide, Assistant guides and Porters
• Food and drinks during the trek
• Helicopter ride back from Gorakshep to Lukla
• Sim Card
• Sleeping bag, down jacket, hiking poles
• Welcome and Farewell dinner
• Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu

This is the adventure of a lifetime!

It is done in a safe manner and includes lots with no surprises.
To receive detailed itinerary, inclusions etc CLICK HERE and fill out our google form.

AND/OR if you have questions?
Message direct to Anna (flights, itinerary, payments)
Message Direct to Marc (hiking information)
AND/OR
We do a Zoom Q & A (every other) Wed 6:00-7:30 PM
CLICK HERE FOR THE Zoom Event
CLICK HERE for Google Form to get Reminder for the zoom

NOTE: The "land portion" of this trip starts in Kathmandu on Apr 25 and ends on Mar 11. This event is longer than Meetup date range.

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As a meetup group we have gone to EBC, Kilimanjaro, Machu Picchu, Galapagos and other bucket list place. Come alone and leave with new lifelong friends.

Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!

Unforgettable Croatia! The Pearls of the Dalmatian Coast - Split, Dubrovnik..

Thu, May 13, 2027 · 7:00 PM EDT

JFK AIRPORT, Queens, NY 11430, Queens, NY, US

Join our Meetup group on this exciting tour of beautiful Croatia - a country blessed with both, transparent sapphire waters and glamourous old towns. A blissful vacation to a country full of beauty and history with an awesome group of active and fun people! Create lifelong friendships on our tours! Come alone, leave with friends!

From north to south, we will start with Croatia's charming capital, Zagreb. Visit the amazing Plitvice Lakes National Park, with its cascading waterfalls. Explore the former Roman citadel of Split with Diocletian's famous palace. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage city of Dubrovnik, boasting the largest and best preserved city walls in Europe. Check out the filming locations of Game of Thrones. Relax on Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast, overlooking the crystal blue Adriatic Sea. Spend a couple of days on the sun drenched islands of Hvar and Korčula. Be our own boat crew for a day, while sailing to the famous Blue cave and 5 more islands.

For a detailed Day By Day itinerary:
Click Here to fill out our info request form

The trip cost includes:

• 2 Nights Zagreb at Hotel Dubrovnik or similar
• 2 Night Split at AC Hotel by Marriott or similar
• 2 Nights Hvar at Podstine Hotel or similar
• 3 Nights Dubrovnik at Hotel Royal Neptunor similar
• Arrival and Departure Transfers
• Transportation throughout the tour
• Ferry tickets Hvar - Korcula - Dubrovnik
• Boat Charter for a day with visits to the Blue Cave and 5 islands
• Bus Transportation from Zagreb to Split
• Plitvice Lakes National Park Tour
• Zagreb Sightseeing and Tasting Tour
• Split Walking Tour
• Korčula Wine and Food Tour
• Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour
• Daily Breakfast
• 3 dinners and 2 tasting menus

Not Included:
x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that)
x Meals or activities not listed above
x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses

Price per person, double occupancy: $4550
(we match roommates for those willing to share and save)
Price for single room: $5750

The only way to secure your spot is a $450 deposit
Click Here for Secure Deposit Link
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).
Click Here and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit

Limited capacity of 20 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.
***Airfare from/to the US not included. Contact Anna for a quote***

Click Here to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.
She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.

We believe in good decent social. This event is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective.

Click Here for the main Meetup post of this event.
Still have questions? We do a monthly Q&A Travel Zoom on all our events
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.

Click here for General Policies and useful info about our international trips.

We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here to see all our other fun events

Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!

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8-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Miami

Sat, Jul 31, 2027 · 3:30 PM EDT

JFK International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, NY, US

Here is a true Meetup getaway filled with sunshine, tropical beaches, crystal-clear waters, and new friends!

Join Ekaterina for an 8-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise aboard the Carnival Magic as we sail from Miami to some of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. This is more than just a cruise—it's a social travel experience where you'll enjoy amazing destinations while connecting with fellow travelers who love adventure, fun, and making new memories.

Why This Meetup Trip Is Pure Caribbean Magic?

• Visit four incredible Caribbean destinations in one vacation.
• Relax on world-famous beaches with turquoise waters and white sand.
• Enjoy fun sea days filled with entertainment, dining, pools, and nightlife.
• Travel with a built-in group of friendly Meetup members.
• Experience all the fun and excitement Carnival Magic has to offer.

Our Route:
Sat Jul 31 – Embark from Miami
Sun Aug 1 – Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
Mon Aug 2 – Fun Day at Sea
Tue Aug 3 – San Juan, Puerto Rico
Wed Aug 4 – St. Maarten
Thu Aug 5 – St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Fri Aug 6 – Fun Day at Sea
Sat Aug 7 – Fun Day at Sea
Sun Aug 8 – Arrive in Miami

The ship - Carnival Magic offers everything you need for an unforgettable vacation, including multiple dining venues, lively bars and lounges, spectacular entertainment, the Cloud 9 Spa, Serenity Adults-Only Retreat, WaterWorks water park, live music, comedy shows, casino, and plenty of places to relax and enjoy the ocean views.

Special Group Pricing:
As a Meetup group, we’ve locked in a special rate:

• $1,108 per person for an interior cabin, double occupancy, all taxes & port fees included (limited availability)
• Upgrades available to ocean-view, balcony, or solo cabins. Click here for options and prices.

Only RSVPs with deposit guarantee your cabin. Space is limited!
Two deposits options:
-$350 per person for double occupancy (We offer roommate matching for those who want to share and save)
-$600 for single occupancy

Click here to make your deposit

Refundable (less PayPal fees) until April 23, 2027, when the final payment is due.

We're Making This a Real Meetup Experience!

• Group cocktail mixer onboard.
• Reserved group dining
• Meetups, games, and social gatherings throughout the cruise.
• Plenty of opportunities to make new friends and unforgettable memories.

Optional Shore Excursions:
Want to explore more? Choose from a variety of optional excursions, including:

• Beach escapes in Half Moon Cay.
• Historic tours and colorful streets in Old San Juan.
• The famous Maho Beach airplane landings in St. Maarten.
• Snorkeling, sailing, island tours, and beach adventures in St. Thomas.

Participate as much or as little as you like—this vacation is yours to enjoy your way!

Who’s Invited?
Everyone! Singles, couples, friends, families, and solo travelers are all welcome. Many people join our trips solo and leave with lifelong friends.

See and Feel the Vibe!
Peek at photos from past Meetup cruises to get the feel for our fun community:
👉 Trip Photo Gallery (Thanksgiving Cruise Memories)

Your organizer, Ekaterina (Kate), will be traveling with the group throughout the cruise, hosting gatherings, coordinating activities, and making sure everyone feels welcome and included.

Ready to Sail?

1. RSVP on Meetup to join the discussion and get updates.
2. Submit your deposit to hold your spot. Click here
3. Fill out the Attendee info form so we can match cabins and share details.

Questions? Message Ekaterina (Kate) directly.

We also do a monthly Q&A Zoom for all our international trips — come meet others attending and get your questions answered.
We do a monthly Q & A Zoom for all our international trips, including this one.
Click Here to RSVP to our Zoom
Meet others attending, be social, or come and get any questions answered.
We believe in good decent social. We have a set of sister group we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here to see or join our other events
This isn't just a cruise, it's a Caribbean Meetup Adventure at Sea!

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