Explore LA like We Don't Live Here

Join us for a special beach bike ride where we will be riding on the beach bike path and the roads around the airport.

This beautiful beach bike ride is 26 miles roundtrip on flat bike paths and roads. See a map of this route here: https://goo.gl/maps/BI0GD

We will be taking a 10 mile extension from Imperial Highway to LAX Airport riding at the back of the airport and along the north runway at LAX. This extension is at https://maps.app.goo.gl/AX3htqWHME3KyRtMA

IMPORTANT NOTE:
This bike ride departs at 8:00AM.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bike paths for 36 miles round trip at 12 miles per hour which is a moderate pace. This bike ride takes about 6 hours.

You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group.

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MEETING PLACE AND TIME:

Arrive at 7:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride.

Meet Louis at 7:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions.

We will depart promptly at 8:00 AM.

Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question.

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FREE PARKING:

There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot. For a map of Dock 52 and to get driving directions, click here: http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5

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LUNCH:

We will stop for a break at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

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PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:

RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you.

BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride.

RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals.

SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car!

MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary.

BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock.

HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group.

WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY:

Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants.

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This bike ride is crossposted in other Meetup groups. The main group for this bike ride is Southern California Cycling Group at http://meetup.com/cyclegroup

ENSENADA THANKSGIVING CRUISE 2024: Fri Nov 29 to Mon Dec 02

Every Thanksgiving you realize that after Thurs Dinner till Sunday you have three long and boring days. This event makes the best of them!

This is the perfect Thanksgiving Solution!!! Use this to get away from the family. OR if you want to take the family and get away. Also a great alternative for those who do not have family locally!! This will be the way to solve it all and have three days of actual fun!!!

As a group, we have negotiated a special price!
The cost is $498.65 Per Person TOTAL (all in) including taxes and port charges. (many places give you a false price not including taxes, and port fees). Rate is guaranteed only if you make a deposit by July 25, 2024. After that is subject to availability.

That gets you an interior cabin, double occupancy (share).
Get a friend to come with OR we will do roommate matching.

Space is limited and only an RSVP ACCOMPANIED WITH A DEPOSIT will guarantee your spot.
The deposit is only $130 and it is refundable (less PayPal fees) until Sep 01, 2024
CLICK HERE to make a Deposit:

After Paying the deposit be sure to CLICK HERE and fill out our ATTENDEES INFO FORM to let us know what cabin accommodation you are booking.

There are upgrades to balcony cabins or single occupancy. CLICK HERE TO SEE OPTIONS

There are PLENTY of cruises on Meetup. Ours will be decidedly different and not like the others.

The boat (ship) has all the things that make a cruise ship fun

• 9-hole mini golf course
• WaterWorks (waterslide park)
• Tropical resort-style pool
• Serenity Retreat area.
• Casino
• Comedy shows
• Stage shows
• Bars
• Nightclubs
• Dancing
• Live music
• Spa type services
• . . . and more.

BUT...as a Meetup we get special treatment. We will get reserved seating together for the formal dining room.
ALSO
We will be doing our own activities on the boat, such as a scavenger hunt.
AND
Best of all a great group of like-minded people from our Meetup, ready for play and fun!

Schedule
FRI Depart Los Angeles (Long Beach) . . . . . . . . . 5:00 PM
SAT Fun Day At Sea, Cocktail Party, & Formal Dinner
SUN Ensenada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
MON Arrive back to Los Angeles (Long Beach) 7:00 AM

On the 2nd night we get a Cocktail Mixer with an OPEN BAR (unlimited drinks). We will also have a formal dinner and dress in our fineries.

The BEST part are OUR shore excursions in Mexico. And this is what will make our Meetup and this cruise different from others.

Totally optional if you want: We will have our own vans and drivers exclusive and private for us for our shore excursion.
Zip Line Canopy Tour or ATV or Horseback Riding

Pick and choose and only pay for what you do.

CLICK HERE To see more about Las Canadas Resort where we will go for our shore day.
CLICK HERE to see the Zip Line part.

But wait!!! How about a wine tasting visiting historic Winery with tour and tasting? An olive oil tasting too? Sure!! CLICK HERE to see about Santo Tomas Winery we can visit to.

Since we are organizing our own excursions we will be able to save from the ones offered by the boat.

This is an all-around great way to spend the Thanksgiving weekend.
And...this is NOT like the other meetup cruises you see. Care to join?

Is this for Singles? Or Couples? This is for everybody. Kids are welcome. It's about people, not your relationship status, sexual preference or age. All welcome on this. We will be a good size bunch so you will find folks you would hang with.

CLICK HERE for Main link for this event. RSVP there to get any conversations and discussions.

Have questions? Click here to Message Anna direct

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 for all our other events

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Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!

We have explored LA throughout the year. Now it's time to do some overseas exploration! Meetup trip in December...what can be a better gift for the holidays?!
Join our travelers group on a captivating 15-day journey through the heart of Southeast Asia as we explore the vibrant cultures and breathtaking landscapes of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam.

As with all our tailor-made Meetup trips, our expert guides will lead us off the beaten path to uncover the authentic charm of each destination, while comfortable accommodations and delicious local cuisine ensure a truly immersive travel experience.

We will marvel at the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, discover the hidden treasures of Luang Prabang and cruise through Ha Long Bay. From the tranquil beauty of Kuang Si Waterfall, to the rich imperial heritage of Hue, to the bustling streets of Hanoi, every moment will be filled with unforgettable experiences.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- See Angkor Wat, an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction.
- Cruise through the stunning Ha Long Bay
- Explore the breathtaking Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Experience a traditional cyclo city tour in Hanoi
- Glide along the tranquil waters of Tonle Sap on a wooden boat
- Delight in a charming horse-cart trip

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

The trip includes:
*2 nights in Hanoi
*1 night Cruise at Halong
*2 nights in Luang Prabang
*3 nights in Siem Reap
*2 nights at Hoi An
*1 night at Hue
*3 nights in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

Price per person, double occupancy: $5220
(we match roommates for those willing to share and save)
Price for single room: $5945

RSVP does not reserve your spot for the trip. The only way to secure it is a $450 deposit:
Click Here for Secure Deposit Link
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees)
Fill Out this FORM if you are making a deposit
Limited capacity of 24 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.
She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.

We believe in good decent social. 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 to see all our other fun events

We do a monthly Zoom with Q & A on all our overseas 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.

Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!

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