
What we’re about
Curious about what you can do and where you can go in Seattle? Does a walking trip through West Seattle, a progressive dinner in Wallingford, or a Happy Hour evening in Belltown sound good to you? This group is perfect for new transplants to Seattle, people looking for a change of pace, and those looking to explore what this diverse and amazing city has to offer!
You are welcome to contact us for sponsorship, collaboration, and/or event inquiries.
Overseas travel takes a lot of planning in advance. Flights, Time-off, dog sitters . . . Here are our Featured International/Overseas Events so you have the time to get things planned to be able to join.
Jun 28-Jul 11, 2025 Spain and Portugal with Running of the Bulls! (waitlist only)
Aug 10-20, 2025 EPIC MACHU PICCHU! vis Short Inca Trail or Train!!
Aug 10-20, 2025 The Salkantay Trek EPIC MACHU PICCHU!
Sep 15-24, 2025 Bali & Singapore: From Animal Sanctuaries to Urban Elegance
Oct 12-23, 2025 Jordan: Dana to Petra Trek with bonus of Wadi Rum
Oct 19-31, 2025: Petra to the Pyramids. Dead Sea, Sphinx & Nile Cruise
Feb 08-18, 2026 Northern Lights. A Scandinavian Odyssey!
Feb 28-Mar 11, 2026 India's Golden Triangle with HOLI and Dubai Extension
Mar 29-Apr 09, 2026 Cherry Blossoms in Japan
Jun 05-14, 2026 Costa Rica Eco Adventure
Jun 18-27, 2026 Mt Kilimanjaro Trek! One of the 7 Summits
Jun 27-Jul 06, 2026 Serengeti Photo Safari! "Africa’s Best Wildlife Show"
Jul 05-14, 2026 Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
Sep 09-20, 2026 France Culinary Explorer! Food, Wine, Cheese, Cooking Lessons
Sep 20-Oct 03, 2026 Meetup on the Orient Express
Mar 06-16, 2027 Galapagos Islands Expedition
Do you have questions on ANY of the above?
What to do next?
How to attend?
What to pack?
What's included and not included?
Or any question you might have!!!
The most simple thing is to send a meetup message to https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881
In your message say which one and we can get the ball rolling from there and get you info.
The other easy way is to fill out our form. You can check-box several events that way.
https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8
ALSO . . .
We have a monthly Q & A video conference call to answer it all!
Rsvp on this event and join us on the listed date at 6pm Pacific time.
Here is the link to join https://meet.google.com/irp-rnyi-fgb
RSVP here and we will send you a reminder too!!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- ONLINE FREE Trivia Night!Link visible for attendees
Join us for some Bar Trivia on Ludio! We run the best Trivia nights ever :D Ludio (https://ludio.gg) is a videoconferencing platform with games built directly into it.
Our Bar Trivia features 3 categories which change every week, and get voted on by the community between the events - join our Discord (https://discord.gg/baPBbgQgBH) to see the categories for this week. Teams are 2-4 people; you can bring your own team or make one on the spot with other people who are looking. The game takes about 45-60 minutes; after the Trivia is over, we keep playing other lighthearted games with whoever sticks around.
We have 100 Meetup groups and most of our regulars don’t RSVP anymore. RSVPs are not indicative of how many people will show up - we get a consistent turnout of at least 15 people.
Requirements:
- You will need a computer
- You need a Chromium-based browser on your computer (e.g. Google Chrome)
- You will need a webcam and microphone to participate in the games
- Discount Movie Night 🎬 28 Years LaterForum Social House, Bellevue, WA
I'm a huge fan of the 28 Days franchise and can't wait to see what they are doing this with sequel. I've purchased a bunch a tickets in the middle of the theater so we can sit together in the best seats for the 7:30pm showing. ~Claudette
WHERE TO MEET: Welcome to arrive earlier for Happy Hour at the Forum Social House in Lincoln Square North (off NE 8th) for yummy $3 sparkling wine and $6 reds/whites and great snacks for their all night happy hour. Post in the comments if you'd like to meet early, and the time.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcvLKldPM08
TICKETS: $8.00
- Reimburse me for a ticket or get your own (movie buffs, sign up for membership for perks).
- Don't go by the RSVPs to see if there are still seats with the group. Check comments for updates - I'll let you know when I don't have any more left, so no need to ask if I still have tickets.
- Please arrive no later than 10 mins before the showing time or contact me to let me know your ETA, otherwise we'll enter without you and you'll lose your ticket.
If you want one of these tickets to sit with the group, reimburse me via:
1️⃣ Eventbrite (fees apply)
2️⃣ Cash App - cash.app/$MsClaudetteH
3️⃣ Venmo - venmo@MsClaudetteH
If needed, use 9544 for last digits.
Do NOT select "Purchase" or "Goods and Service" to avoid a service charge fee.
**Note THIS GROUP'S NAME & the MOVIE/DATE in the memo.**
FYI I'll "LIKE" your payment as confirmation that you have a spot.This is a multi-meetup event with Eastside Social Club. My guest RSVPs are those who are joining us from other groups.
- ONLINE FREE Casual Game Night! Card games, drawing games, party games, and more!Link visible for attendees
Join us for some chill online games on Ludio! We run the best game nights ever :D Ludio (https://ludio.gg) is a videoconferencing platform with games built directly into it.
We play all sorts of card games, word games, drawing games, bluffing games, trivia games, party games, and more - all of them are easy to learn, quick to play, and very social. We have a team of experienced hosts who will teach you all the games - and keep the event fun and safe!
There is no need to learn any of the games we play beforehand, but if you're curious, you can find the full list of games and tutorials on https://try.ludio.gg. In the past we've played a lot of Pitfall, Piranha, Fishbowl, and Caption Contraption.
We have 100 Meetup groups and most of our regulars don’t RSVP anymore. RSVPs are not indicative of how many people will show up - we get a consistent turnout of 10+ people.
Requirements:
- If it's your first time using Ludio, we encourage you to hop on the call 10 minutes early so we can get you set up!
- You will need a computer (unfortunately we don't support tablets/phones)
- You need to use a Chromium-based browser (e.g. Google Chrome)
- You will need a webcam and microphone to participate in the games
- Portugal and Spain with Running of the Bulls! Gaudi, Paella, Sintra & more!!SeaTac Airport, Seattle, WA
Dine at the oldest restaurant in the world, visit iconic museums such as Prado and Guggenheim, be amazed at Gaudi's architecture, taste pinxtos, sip good Spanish wine and view the Running of the Bulls from your own private balcony! To top this off...visit Portugal with its rich history, vibrant culture and breathtaking views!
This is just a little taste of what awaits us on this awesome culinary and cultural adventure!
Spain is truly a magical and fascinating country - full of history, culture and oh...so much good food and fun time!!! Portugal's history is intertwined with Spain's, so it makes perfect sense to combine these two destinations and be amazed at the similarities and the differences.
We get to travel as locals, mostly by trains between the cities AND at the best time of year to be able to experience in person The Running Of The Bulls in Pamplona.CLICK HERE to see the photos from our 2022/2023 amazing adventures!
We visit:
- Lisbon (with Sintra an Unesco World Heritage)
- Porto
- Madrid
- Bilbao
- Pamplona RUNNING OF THE BULLS
- Barcelona
Guided tours in each city, breakfast daily and several dinners, museum entrances, tasting menus, Running of the Bulls w/balcony view, transportation throughout the trip and much more!
We travel as a group, and also have the flexibility of hop-on, hop-off tours and museum passes with "skip the line" so you enjoy a complete independence. You can take our organized tours or do your own thing, cater to your special interests, visit other sites and locations in the cities, while still being guided and aided with arrangements. You can do it independently, or you can join new friends traveling with you, and do it together. The idea is come alone, meet new like-minded people and make lifelong memories, without the "one size fits all" tour formula.
Price per person, double occupancy: $4850
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Price for single room: $6450Included:
- 13 nights in first class hotels with central locations
- Breakfast daily
- Dinner at Casa Botín in Madrid, founded in 1725, is the oldest restaurant in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records https://botin.es/
- Authentic Basque Foodie Tour in Bilbao
- Transportation between the 6 cities
- Arrival and departure transfers from airport to hotels and train stations
- City Sightseeing tours in Lisbon, Madrid and Barcelona
- Entrance tickets and guided tours at Sintra, Prado and Guggenheim museums, La Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and more
- Front Row Private Balcony to view (safely from above) the Running Of The Bulls in Pamplona
In addition to the services listed above, what's included mostly comes down to creating an awesome trip at a great value and balanced logistics, making new friends and lifelong memories.
Not Included:
x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that)
x Meals not listed above
x Tips and any personal and accidental expensesThe only way to secure your spot is a $500 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
Click Here to fill out our google info request form and receive detailed itinerary and inclusions.
Limited capacity of 24 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.We have designed this to include all the "must see" locations.
Click Here to Message Direct to Anna with any questions.
She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.
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