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Upcoming events
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Northern Lights. A Scandinavian Odyssey! Reindeer, dog sledding, Ice Hotel...
Dulles International Airport (IAD), 23950 Windsock Dr, Sterling, VA, USGaze at the Northern Lights, enjoy a sleigh ride, be a reindeer herder for a day, learn about the Sámi culture, visit an ice hotel, taste some good Scandinavian delicacies, visit the ABBA museum...My, oh my! These are just some of the fun activities we are planning to do during this once-in-a-life time adventure!
Like all our adventures, this one is crafted from the ground up with the true spirit of Meetup in mind. We handle every little detail before and during the trip, accompany and guide the group, creating a stress-free journey with a laid-back, friendly vibe. No big tour operators, no inflated prices — we work directly with locals to give you authentic experiences and unbeatable value.
Come as strangers, leave as lifelong friends — and make memories that stick forever!
We visit:
- Stockholm
- Kiruna (Lapland)
- Helsinki
- Copenhagen (optional pre-trip)
The trip includes:
* 2 nights in Stockholm
* A night train from Stockholm to Lapland in a private sleeping compartment
* 4 nights in Kiruna
* 3 nights in Helsinki
* Airfare from Kiruna to Helsinki
* Arrival and departure transfers
* Sightseeing tours in Stockholm and Helsinki
* Boat ride in Stockholm
* Food tasting in Helsinki
* Breakfast daily
* 2 dinners and 3 lunches
* Northern Lights Tour
* Jukkasjärvi Icehotel Half-Day Tour
* Full-Day Reindeer Tour
* Husky Sleigh Ride
Price per person, double occupancy: $4995
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Price for single room: $6545
Not Included:
x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that)
x Meals not listed above
x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses
x Optional extension to Copenhagen
The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit
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Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).*** Final payment due 60 days before departure***
Click Here and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit
For a detailed Day By Day itinerary:
Click Here to fill out our info request form
Limited capacity of 16 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.
***Airfare from/to the US not included***
OPTIONAL PRE-TRIP TO COPENHAGEN offered at $590 per person/double or $785 solo occupancy (air from Helsinki to Copenhagen not included)
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.
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SOT 2000318-102 attendees
India & Dubai - Embark on a Journey of Wonders! Taj Mahal, HOLI Fest and more...
BWI Marshall Airport, 7050 Friendship Road ,, Baltimore, MD, USReady for a truly unique adventure?
Come explore India and Dubai with us! We’ll wander through the colorful streets of Delhi, take in the beauty of the Taj Mahal, and soak up the royal vibes of Jaipur. To top it all off, we’ll celebrate Holi—the festival of colors—like locals do, in an authentic and joyful way!
But that’s not all!
After India, we’ll enjoy a bonus 3-night stay in the glamorous city of Dubai, one of the world’s most fascinating cities. From jaw-dropping skyscrapers to desert sunsets, Dubai is the perfect mix of modern luxury and deep-rooted tradition.
This isn’t your typical tour. It’s a Meetup-style journey filled with curiosity, connection, and shared experiences. We’ve done this trip before, and every time it’s been more than just a vacation—it’s been eye-opening, transformative experience that connects you to new perspectives, cultures, and unforgettable memories with new friends.
What is included in India
➢ 2 Nights’ stay in Delhi
➢ 2 Nights’ stay in Agra
➢ 3 Nights’ stay in Jaipur
➢ Meals : 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners
➢ Round trip airport transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
➢ Local English-speaking guides for sightseeing
➢ Entrance fees to monuments as per itinerary
➢ Rickshaw ride at Chandini chowk (ancient bazaar) in Delhi
➢ Elephant ride in Jaipur (subject to availability)
➢ Old and New Delhi sightseeing included Rickshaw ride
➢ Agra sightseeing included Magnificent Taj Mahal and Agra fort
➢ Jaipur sightseeing included with Amer fort, Hawa Mahal and Jal Mahal
➢ Holi celebration in Agra
➢ All taxes, driver allowances, parking etc.
What is included in Dubai
➢ 3 Nights’ accommodation in Dubai with breakfast
➢ Meals: 3 breakfast, and 2 dinners
➢ Round trip airport transfers in Dubai on private basis
➢ Driver/Guide in Dubai
➢ Half day Dubai City Tour (Includes Photo Stop at Burj Al Arab, Photo stop at the Atlantis at the Palm Island, Visit to Gold and Spice Souks etc.)
➢ Dhow Cruise with Buffet Dinner
➢ Desert Safari with BBQ dinner (4x4 sharing vehicle) & Arabian Tanoura dance show and belly performance
➢ All taxes and tourism Dihram
What is not included:
➢ Any International/Internal Airfare
➢ Visa, insurance
➢ Any meals other than specified in cost include
➢ Porterage, tips, laundry, beverages, cost of personal nature like telephone charges
➢ Any sightseeing not mentioned in inclusions
Cost:
- $3990 per person (based on room sharing)—we offer easy roommate matching!
- Prefer a room to yourself? Solo supplement is $1500 for a total of $5490
RSVP with your email address to receive detailed Day-by-Day itinerary or fill out this form.
If you wish to attend, deposit of $250 is the only way to secure your spot. Please pay the deposit through this secure Deposit Link.
Deposits are refundable up to 90 days before departure.
Airfare is not included, but we are holding a group space from Los Angeles for $1299 including all taxes and the flight from Delhi and Dubai. To secure you airfare from LAX submit a nonrefundable $200 deposit HERE
If you are not in LA, we can help you arrange the airfare from any other city.
Space is limited and this event is cross posted to our sister groups. RSVPs on this post do not reflect actual number of participants.
Don’t wait—this trip will sell out fast!
***Click Here ***to fill out our google info request form for detailed itinerary on this or any of our other international events.
Got questions? Click Here to message Ekaterina direct with any questions.
Still have questions? We do a monthly Q&A Travel Zoom on all our events.
We believe in good decent social! We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free events, local/regional camping getaways, and our overseas trips too. Click Here to see all our events
Our events create and foster community and a sense of discovery. We welcome and are inclusive of all.
Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
SOT 2000318-103 attendees
Cherry Blossoms in Japan! The Golden Triangle - Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka and more!
Dulles International Airport (IAD), 23950 Windsock Dr, Sterling, VA, USJoin us on this magical trip to Japan to experience the enchanting allure of spring, where nature paints the landscape with vibrant colors. We chose this season for the unparalleled opportunity to explore some of the country’s most iconic destinations at their best: Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, and Osaka. We will also visit the Japanese Alps with stays in Matsumoto and Kanazawa. Each city boasts unique attractions and seasonal charm that will captivate our senses and leave us with unforgettable memories. A true Meetup Experience!
What is included:
- 3 nights in Tokyo
- 1 night in Matsumoto
- 2 nights in Kanazawa
- 2 nights in Kyoto
- 3 nights in Osaka
- Arrival and Departure Airport Transfers
- Transportation throughout by Coach
- English Speaking guide throughout the itinerary
- Sightseeing tours with admissions fees per itinerary
- Breakfast Daily
- 2 lunches, 5 dinners
Experience:
- Visit to shrines, temples and castles with amazing Spring Blossoms
- The Bullet train-Shinkansen
- Sushi Making Class
- Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony
- Maiko Dinner (apprentice geisha)
- Samurai Experience
What is not included:
- International Airfare
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Items of personal nature
Japan during spring is a feast for the senses, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and urban excitement. We will enjoy it all and this promises to be an unforgettable adventure with our fellow Meetup travelers!
Land Tour cost $5760 per person, double occupancy
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
Solo occupancy additional $1050
***International Airfare not included***
The only way to guarantee your spot for this meetup is a $400 deposit.
CLICK HERE for secure deposit link:
Upon submitting the deposit, please fill out this form
RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.
RSVP DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
Deposit is the only way to hold your spot.
Click Here for secure deposit link.
Your deposit is fully refundable up to 90 days before the departure.
For airfare and other info on the trip, click here to message Anna
Click Here to fill out our google info request form to receive detailed itinerary.
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 location 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!
SOT 2000318-102 attendees
Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!
BWI Marshall Airport, 7050 Friendship Road ,, Baltimore, MD, 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 link
When 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 drivers
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.
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
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