Bay Area Adventures, Parties, and Trips!

May 23 - June 1, 2025

Travel friends at PhotoFly Travel Club ( http://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) are bringing back their adventure to Japan!

See details below and email joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!

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

Our Japan group tours are chock full of diverse activities including unique cultural experiences, fantastic landscapes, and all the beautiful temples and architecture which make Japan so iconic.

• 9 nights/10 days
• Breakfast daily
• 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners (Welcome & Farewell Dinner)

Tokyo: 2 Nights

The never-ending hustle and bustle of the city creates an energy that is quite contagious.

Highlights:

• Privately guided tour through parts of Tokyo

– Akihabara: otherworldly place filled with bizarre Japanime, neon signs, and streets & alleys lined with vendors.
- Asakusa Kanon Temple (Sensoji Temple): See and photography Tokyo’s oldest and most famous Buddhist Temple.
– Meiji Shrine: Named for a dynastic ruler from the Meiji period in Japanese history, thus making the shrine one of Tokyo’s most famous landmarks.

Takayama: 2 Nights

The Japanese Alps & Takayama

Central Honshū is home to the Northern Japanese Alps and Japan’s heartland. Boasting some of Japan’s most magnificent peaks and dramatic scenery, the Northern Alps are truly spectacular!

Highlights:

• Shin-Hotaka no Yu Hot Springs: Open air hot spring is in a beautiful setting
• 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 curving river with the mountains as a back-drop.

Takayama lies in the heart of the Hida Mountains. Established in the 16th century as a castle town of the Kanamori family, it’s now famous throughout Japan for its old town area of narrow streets containing many well-preserved inns, tea houses, shops and merchants houses.

Highlights:

• Privately guided tour
• 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.
• 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.

Hiroshima & Charming Miyajima Island: 1 Night

Despite its tragic past, Hiroshima is now a bustling and vibrant city which has risen phoenix-like from the ashes.

Hiroshima:

*Privately guided tour
– 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: After a ferry ride to this sacred island 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.

Kyoto: 4 nights

Home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, over 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines, this ancient city showcases the heart and soul of traditional Japan.

Highlights:

• Privately guided tour

– Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavillion): Covered with 18 carat gold leaf, this incredible building was originally built by the Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in 1397.
- Okochi Mountain Villa: Form residence of a film star, 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

• All transfers, rail tickets, public transit, entry fees, taxies and activities as listed in the itinerary included
• International airfare is not included - flying into Narita International Airport in Tokyo (NRT) and departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka.

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

Join Us!

Solo travelers will be paired with same sex unless single occupancy is requested.

Price: $3,995
Single Supplement: $915

Deposit: $600

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

Meet new friends in their 40s and 50s, five minutes at a time, at this fun party in a venue that recreates the Disco Era! Then dance the night away on a light-up dance floor, or watch from elevated catwalks and gogo cages. The mirrored DJ booth sets the stage for an unforgettable night filled with music and movement. Prizes for best disco outfit (optional). Saturday, May 31, 2025, 7pm.

DISCOUNT TICKETS: $30/early birds; $45/regular price.

LOCATION: Rick & Roxy’s, 2131 Lombard Street, San Francisco CA.

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.
· Singles Night in the Silicon Valley, 30s & 40s, May 3, Sunnyvale
· Marin 50+ Party, May 4, Tiburon
· Red Balloon Challenge, 21-45, May 9, San Francisco
· Lady in Red, May 10, 20s/30s/40s, San Francisco
· Peninsula Speed Dating, May 15, all ages, Burlingame
· Saturday Soiree for 50+, May 17, Palo Alto
· Charity Fundraiser Concert & Dance Party, all ages, May 24, Mill Valley
· Mansion Poolside Party Dinner/Dance, May 24, all ages, East Bay Hills
· It’s Just Breakfast, 40s & 50s, May 25, Sausalito
· Middle Age Mixer, May 29, San Francisco
· Saturday Night Fever Speed Dating/DiscoParty, 40s & 50s, May 31, SF
· Wine Tasting Party, 50+, June 1, Martinez
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40-55, June 7, Sunnyvale
· Summer Matchmaking Party, 35-55, June 21, San Francisco
· Salsa Night! July 12, San Rafael

FOLLOW 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.

Meet single professionals, 50+, who appreciate fine wine at a lovely winery! Dress to impress. Sunday, June 1, 2025, 3-5pm.

DISCOUNT TICKETS: $30/early birds. $45/regular price prepaid. $60/door, if space permits. Includes 3 free tastes!

LOCATION: William Welch Wines, 837 Main Street, Downtown Martinez, CA. Free street parking and also free large parking lot a block away!

CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and many other singles organizations and meetups! All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.

MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Red Balloon Challenge, 21-45, May 9, San Francisco
· Lady in Red, May 10, 20s/30s/40s, San Francisco
· Peninsula Speed Dating, May 15, all ages, Burlingame
· Saturday Soiree for 50+, May 17, Palo Alto
· Charity Fundraiser Concert & Dance Party, all ages, May 24, Mill Valley
· Mansion Poolside Party Dinner/Dance, May 24, all ages, East Bay Hills
· It’s Just Breakfast, 40s & 50s, May 25, Sausalito
· Middle Age Mixer, May 29, San Francisco
· Saturday Night Fever Speed Dating/DiscoParty, 40s & 50s, May 31, SF
· Wine Tasting Party, 50+, June 1, Martinez
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 40-55, June 7, Sunnyvale
· Summer Matchmaking Party, 35-55, June 21, San Francisco
· Desi Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, June 28, Sunnyvale
· Salsa Night! July 12, San Rafael

FOLLOW 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.

Our friends at Photofly Travel Club ( https://www.photoflytravel.com/ ) have planned an extraordinary to Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg (Benelux).

June 5 - June 16, 2025

Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/

• 11 Nights/12 Days
• Luxembourg (2 N) | Belgium (5 N) | Netherlands (4 N)
• Charming boutique hotels
• Breakfast daily
• 2 Dinners
• Privately guided adventures

Luxembourg (2 Nights)

• City Walking Tour
• Pont Adolphe: Capture stunning views and photos over the Petrusse Ravine
• Place d'Armes: Lively public square located in the heart of the city’s old town
• Mullerthal Trail Hike: Often referred to as "Little Switzerland" of Luxembourg, this guided scenic hike winds through lush forests, dramatic rock formations, and picturesque valleys
• Vianden Castle & Chairlift: This stunning, hilltop fortress dates back to the Romanesque and Gothic periods

Belgium (5 Nights)

Experience Dinant!

• Discover Dinant: Privately guided walking tour
• Collegiate Church of Notre Dame:
• Dinant Citadel: Discover the historic fortress perched high above the town with stunning panoramic views
• Cruise the river Meuse: A scenic and relaxing way to experience the beauty of the Meuse River and its stunning surroundings

Experience Brussels!

• City Walking Tour
• Grand Place: The central square of Brussels, renowned for its stunning architecture and historical significance, featuring ornate guild halls and the impressive Town Hall
• Atomium: Designed to resemble an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times symbolizing scientific progress and innovation, this iconic structure is a delight to photograph
• Manneken Pis: This famous bronze statue depicts a small boy urinating into a fountain, and has become a beloved symbol of the city’s irreverent sense of humor.
• Chocolate Museum & Private Chocolate Making Class: Dive into the gourmet world of cocoa and chocolate.

Experience Ghent!

• Day Trip to Ghent: Guided tour throughout the highlights of this storied city with a rich history, stunning architecture, and lively cultural scene.
• St. Bavo’s Cathedral
• Gravensteen Castle: The "Castle of the Counts," as its known, stands as a remarkable testament to Ghent's medieval past
• Ghent Canal Cruise: Enjoy a serene and picturesque way to explore the city's stunning medieval architecture

Experience Bruges!

• City Walking Tour
• Market Square & The Belfry
• Burg Square: This charming square features the striking Gothic-style Town Hall, built in the 14th century, and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which houses a revered relic that draws visitors from near and far.
• Church of Our Lady: Explore this architectural gem that showcases a stunning blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles.
• Cruise the canals of Bruge: Encounter the city's enchanting waterways, with its medieval bridges and fairy-tale architecture framing every turn.
• Menin Gate Memorial: Witness this solemn tribute to the thousands of soldiers who went missing in action during World War I
• WWI Battlefields: Embark on a sobering journey through the scarred landscape where some of the fiercest fighting of the Great War took place.

Netherlands (4 Nights)

Experience Rotterdam!

• Cube Houses: See and photograph this iconic architecture, a striking example of urban ingenuity.
• Experience Rotterdam: Free time to explore the city’s bold architectural innovation, bustling food stalls, & vibrant art scene-
• Museum Quarter Art Depot: See and photograph this groundbreaking facility from the outside and housing an impressive collection of over 150,000 works
• Optional: Iconic Dutch windmills & the country's oldest city: Take a waterbus to capture the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk against the backdrop of canals and green fields.

Experience The Hague!

• The Hague City Highlights: Guided driving tour of the city's most notable locations
• Peace Palace: An architectural masterpiece and symbol of international justice
• Scheveningen Beach: Explore The Hague’s lively seaside escape
• The Madurodam, a country in miniature: Discover this unique park showcasing the Netherlands' most iconic landmarks

Experience Amsterdam!
Optional fast-pass entry to...

• Van Gogh Museum OR Rijksmuseum
• Guided walking tour
• Dam Square & Royal Palace
• The Floating Flower Market
• Ann Frank House

Join Us!

For our solo travelers I will pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.
Price: $4,395
Single Supplement: $895

Deposit: $600
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/belgium-luxembourg-netherlands-group-tour/