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SOLO TRAVELER︱YOLO VIBES︱DISCOVER BHUTAN︱THE HAPPIEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD
SOLO TRAVELER︱YOLO VIBES︱DISCOVER BHUTAN︱THE HAPPIEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD
**One Life, One Solo Adventure – Bhutan** Tired of waiting for the perfect travel companions? Escape the hustle of city life and find your peace in Bhutan’s tranquil beauty. It’s time to reconnect with nature, rediscover yourself & refresh your mind, body, & soul. Join our Bhutan tour and embark on a meaningful solo adventure, where you can meet like-minded travelers from all walks of life. This is more than just a trip – it’s an opportunity to share stories, make new friendships and expand your network while experiencing the breathtaking beauty of Bhutan. No matter your background, everyone is welcome to come together and create unforgettable memories in one of the world’s most happiest countries. **Why Bhutan trip?** Bhutan, often referred to as the **"Land of the Thunder Dragon,"** is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich Buddhist culture, and commitment to Gross National Happiness. Nestled in the Himalayas, it boasts breath taking views, traditional dzongs, and vibrant festivals that celebrate its unique heritage. With a focus on sustainable tourism, Bhutan offers an authentic experience, from trekking through pristine nature to exploring ancient monasteries, all while enjoying the warm hospitality of its people. This trip to Bhutan is perfect for everyone—whether you're traveling solo, with family, friends or as a couple, YOLO. **Tour Highlights** * Visit one of Bhutan's most iconic landmarks **Tiger's Nest Monastery**, perched on a cliff **3,120 meters** above sea level. * Visit to **Punakha Dzong** the "**Palace of Great Happiness**" is a magnificent fortress at the confluence of the **Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu** rivers. * Enjoy authentic dinner/ lunch with a local family at a farm house. * Hoisting of prayer flags at **Dochula pass (3100 m)** which offers panoramic views of the Himalayan range, including the **108 memorial chortens** (stupas) built in honour of Bhutanese soldiers. * Meditation at **Dochula Caves** and **Buddha Dordenma** (the highest Buddha statue in the world). **Trip Details:** **Dates-:** **Every Sunday.** **Only need 5 days leave.** 2 nights Thimpu, 2 nights Punakha & 2 nights Paro. **Group Size:** Limited to 15 dream travelers (min 4 to go). Private tour option also available. **Flight:** Only one direct Drukair flight goes from Singapore to Paro. There are connecting flights to Paro either from Bangkok or New Delhi. We will help you to book your flight. **Early Bird Price:** **SGD 2188** (SGD 500 deposits thereafter the price is **SGD 2388**). **Refund Policy:** The deposit is refundable within 3 days after the trip confirmation mail sent to you. After that, it becomes non-refundable. Full amount refunded if we don’t meet minimum no of pax. **Inclusions:** * 3 Star hotel accommodations on twin/double sharing basis. * All Meals-: Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner. * Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) to the Government of Bhutan * Bhutan Visa Fee * Certified English Speaking Bhutanese Guide for your entire stay. * All ground transportation * All entrance fees * All internal taxes and charges. * Mineral Water while traveling. **Exclusions:** * International flights and personal travel insurance * Personal expenses (shopping, optional activities like spa, massage, archery, horse riding, porter etc). * Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages, etc. * Single room supplement, Child or adult in triple sharing room. * Other meals during the trip (other than stated above). **Note-: There will be a surcharge fee if travel date falls in any Bhutan major festivals, X-Mas, New Year period (hotels increase their cost during this period).** **REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT:** **1.** RSVP NOW **2.** Transfer a small Deposit of **$500** to grab our **Early Bird Offer** to: **Dream Valley Pte Ltd via:** **A)** PAYNOW to UEN: **202413187D** **B)** Through ATM/Online to: Dream Valley - Current Acct: **11352440801** Bank Name: ANEXT Bank Pte. Ltd. Bank Code: 9742 Bank Industry Code: ANTPSGSGXXX **3.** Once you've transferred, WhatsApp **Vinny (Hp. 85062629)** your proof of payment. **(IMPT: INDICATE THE EVENT & YOUR MEETUP NAME).** Your slot is now confirmed and you'll be invited to the Trip Briefing/ Q & A Session once RSVP closes. **4.** This is a "First to transfer, first to Confirm" basis. The sooner we can confirm this Trip, the more everyone saves. **Disclaimer, Indemnity and Terms of Participation:** **PLEASE READ FOLLOWING LINKS FOR OUR T&C’s BEFORE YOU RSVP:** [https://dreamvalleydestination.com/terms-and-conditions/](https://dreamvalleydestination.com/terms-and-conditions/) [https://dreamvalleydestination.com/privacy-policy/](https://dreamvalleydestination.com/privacy-policy/) By participation on this trip, I agree to & accept **Dream Valley’s** terms and conditions. We reserve the right without prejudice to return payment at any time and not permit participation - without the obligation to explain or give any reason. This Trip is organized by **Dream Valley Pte Ltd** **(TA License: 03794).** **Stay Connected: Follow our latest trips and updates:** Check out this Linktree! - https://linktr.ee/Dreamvalleydestination?utm_source=linktree_profile_share [https://dreamvalleydestination.com](https://dreamvalleydestination.com)
Pickle Ball (Punggol - indoor)
Pickle Ball (Punggol - indoor)
Welcome beginners and intermediate to join us. Please pm me to confirm your slot, or feel free to reach out if you have any enquiries. thanks 😊 Add my xiaohongshu id: 27421369691 欢迎新手 / 中等水平球友加入我们!如果有什么问题可以私我, 谢谢~ 欢迎加我小红书ID: 27421369691
🌄Briskwalk at Coney Island🐦🌳
🌄Briskwalk at Coney Island🐦🌳
🌿🌄 Brisk Walk @ Coney Island 🌳✨ Ready to escape the city and soak in nature? Join us for a refreshing afternoon walk through the rustic beauty of Coney Island 🌊🌿 📅 Date: Saturday, 20 June ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Meet-Up Point: Punggol Coast MRT 🕒 Meet-Up Time: 3:45 PM Step into one of Singapore’s most unique eco-spaces 🌱 — where boardwalks meet wild mangroves, and every turn brings a new discovery. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures like mudskippers, tree-climbing crabs, and vibrant birds 🐦 📸 Perfect for nature lovers, casual walkers, and photography enthusiasts — from macro shots to scenic landscapes, this place has it all! ✨ Walk Details • Distance: ~6 km • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate • Duration: 1–2 hours 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water bottle ☂️ Umbrella 🧢 Cap/Hat 🦟 Mosquito repellent 🌞 Sunblock 👟 Comfortable sports attire 🤝 Come walk, chat, and connect with like-minded people while enjoying the great outdoors! ⚠️ Disclaimer: This is a casual, non-professional meetup organized for leisure and social interaction. Participants are responsible for their own safety, health, and belongings. Please be mindful of weather conditions and your personal fitness level before joining. We are not liable for any injuries, accidents, or unforeseen circumstances during the event. See you there! 🌿✨
Pickleball Group Class (Beginner)
Pickleball Group Class (Beginner)
Ready to learn a fun and exciting sport while getting some exercise? Our pickleball group classes offer a welcoming and supportive environment where you can learn and improve your skills while also making new friends. Our certified coaches will guide you through the basics of the game and help you to develop your technique and strategy. So, whether you are a seasoned athlete or just starting out, come join us for a thrilling and energizing game of pickleball! ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class ### **Cancellation Policy** Credits will be considered used if class is cancelled within 24 hours before the start of the lesson
SK SAT 6PM : $13  INTERMEDIATE
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SK SAT 6PM : $12 HIGH BEGINNERS ~ LI
SK SAT 6PM : $12 HIGH BEGINNERS ~ LI

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Sailing on Sundays for enthusiasts, old salts and beginners
Sailing on Sundays for enthusiasts, old salts and beginners
Welcome to my sailboat. **Please read this notice**. These are crew opportunities, not for passengers, non-swimmers, people afraid of the water or get seasick. Bring a change of clothes, a towel, a hat, non-marking footwear with heelstrap and sunblock. There is a toilet and drinking water on board. Participants like to contribute to expenses in appreciation of this opportunity. **Also**, please confirm your attendance by SMS or Whatsapp on Saturday for sailing on Sunday, to avoid no-shows and missed sailings. No-shows deprive others of a place, so be responsible and remove your reservation if you are not attending, and please do it in good time. Places unconfirmed by Saturday will not be reserved, and I can't wait for you if I'm not sure you're coming. Keep me informed and reply to my messages. Don't be late. Thank you. Derek 9807-5827.
Basketball Group Class (Ages 13 & above, All Levels)
Basketball Group Class (Ages 13 & above, All Levels)
**For ages 13 and above.** ***Teens Basketball (Ages 13-18) – “Elite Development”*** For teens looking to take their game to the next level, we focus on advanced skills, footwork, game strategy, and competitive play. This class includes structured training in shooting techniques, ball-handling, defense, and game IQ, preparing players for school teams, competitive leagues, and beyond. ***Adult Basketball (Ages 18+) – “Game Ready”*** Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, our adult sessions provide skill development, fitness training, and competitive play. These sessions focus on shooting accuracy, defensive strategies, and game execution, ensuring players stay sharp and active. ### **Address** 195B Punggol Rd, Singapore 822195 Punggol Rd, Singapore 822195 ### **Schedule** Sundays 11AM - 12PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.
Basketball Group Class (Ages 11-13, All Levels)
Basketball Group Class (Ages 11-13, All Levels)
**For ages 11 to 13.** ### **Address** 195B Punggol Rd, Singapore 822195 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 915AM - 1015AM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.
(JU) 青甘大环线自驾Qinghai - Gansu Self Drive Adventures
(JU) 青甘大环线自驾Qinghai - Gansu Self Drive Adventures
Thank you for your interest in our event. Please take a minute to understand AU's trip booking system for our paid events on Meetup. * The minimum and maximum size for this event is 10 and 20 * Clicking on Going or Waitlist does not constitute a guaranteed spot in this event. By clicking on it, you will receive any updates posted by the organiser. * We cannot reserve or hold any spot for anyone. Your participation can only be **guaranteed upon making a deposit**. * This Meetup listing serves to inform you of our planned trip. You can get more information about this trip by contacting the Event Host (see details below) 驰骋西北,一次看尽山河的棱角与色彩。这是一条专为热爱自由与辽阔的你设计的青甘大环线自驾旅程,11天时间,用车轮丈量从湛蓝盐湖到七彩丹霞的每一寸瑰丽,让荒野、星空与丝路传奇成为你旅途中最真实的伙伴。 Charge into the heart of Northwest China, where landscapes shift from the sharp edges of deserts to a painter's palette of colors. This 11-day self-drive loop through Qinghai and Gansu is crafted for those who crave freedom and vastness. From sapphire lakes to rainbow mountains, let the wilderness, starry skies, and Silk Road legends be your most authentic travel companions. ✨ 高光亮点 ✨ Trip Highlights 🪞天地之镜:漫步茶卡盐湖与察尔汗盐湖,在“天空之镜”与工业奇观中感受极致的纯净与辽阔。 Mirrors of the Sky & Earth: Walk across the crystalline surfaces of Chaka and Qarhan Salt Lakes, experiencing surreal purity and scale. 🚙荒野狂想:穿越柴达木盆地,在“火星”般的雅丹地貌和黑独山的墨色世界里,邂逅地球最原始的表情。 Desert Fantasia: Traverse the Qaidam Basin, encountering the planet's rawest expressions in Mars-like Yadan landforms and the ink-wash landscape of Heidushan. 🏞️丝路回响:走进敦煌莫高窟,在千年壁画前屏息;骑骆驼翻越鸣沙山,聆听风与沙的古老歌谣。 Echoes of the Silk Road: Hold your breath before the millennia-old murals of Mogao Caves, then ride a camel over the singing dunes of Mingsha Mountain. 🎨色彩史诗:目睹张掖丹霞的“上帝调色盘”,驾车穿越雪山下的祁连草原,完成视觉的终极盛宴。 A Symphony of Color: Witness the “God's Palette” at Zhangye Danxia, and drive through the Qilian grasslands beneath snow-capped peaks for a final visual feast. 🗺️ 简单行程详情 🗺️ Simplified Itinerary D1 抵达西宁 | Arrive in Xining D2 西宁办理驾照手续,青海湖-茶卡镇 | Xining (Driving Permit Formalities) → Qinghai Lake → Chaka Town D3 青海湖下午茶,茶卡镇 | Qinghai Lake (Lakeside Afternoon Tea) → Chaka Town D4 茶卡盐湖,察尔汗盐湖-格尔木 | Chaka Salt Lake → Qarhan Salt Lake → Golmud D5 格尔木,戈壁雅丹-弧度星际夜奢酒店 | Golmud → Gobi & Yadan Landforms → Arcadia Starlight Hotel D6 黑独山-敦煌 | Heidushan (Black Mountain) → Dunhuang D7 敦煌莫高窟,鸣沙山月牙泉-敦煌 | Mogao Caves → Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Moon Spring → Dunhuang D8 敦煌-嘉峪关关城,悬臂长城-嘉峪关 | Dunhuang → Jiayuguan Pass → Overhanging Great Wall → Jiayuguan D9 嘉峪关-张掖丹霞,大佛寺-张掖 | Jiayuguan → Zhangye Danxia → Giant Buddha Temple → Zhangye D10 马蹄寺徒步-西宁 | Matisi Temple Hike → Xining D11 西宁送机 | Depart from Xining (Airport Transfer) 📅Trip Dates: 21 June - 1 July, 2026 📖Click to learn more👉 https://au.sg/QinghaiGansu26 📱Inquire now and begin your multi-dimensional mountain city adventure! wa.me/6589895060 🔘Indicate your interest for this trip. Tick "(JU) Qinghai - Gansu Self Drive Adventures (21 June - 1 July 2026)" on our CMB form https://au.sg/CallMeBack **Travel Bank Credit** Beginning 1 January 2023,we help you save by giving you a 1% credit on your land tour to your personal travel bank account with us! You can then use these credit amounts to offset any overseas trip with us or to purchase our merchandise. Read more about our [Travel Bank credit scheme here](https://www.liveopenly.net/aupassport.html) **Pack a Friend** Bring a friend on your adventure, and you'll score an additional 1% cashback. Your friend will also get a 1% cashback on their booking. It's a win-win for everyone! The best part?The more friends you refer, the more cashback you'll earn! The only requirement to be eligible for the cashback is that you and your referred friends must participate in the same trip. Read more about our [reward scheme here!](https://www.liveopenly.net/aupassport.html) **Please refer to our T&C below** \[https://www\.liveopenly\.net/terms\-and\-conditions/ terms\-and\-conditions\]\(https://www\.liveopenly\.net/terms\-and\-conditions/ terms\-and\-conditions\) \*When you paid up for this event, it is understood that you have read, agreed to, and accepted the above terms and conditions. **This event is organised by Adventures Unlimited(TA02844), a licensed travel agent registered with the Singapore Tourism Board.**
Group Tennis Class (Beginner) @ Punggol
Group Tennis Class (Beginner) @ Punggol
**Who Is This Session For:** Beginner tennis players with no experience or play for less than 1 year. **What You'll Learn:** \- Foundational tennis skills\, footwork\, forehand and backhand strokes\, volley and serve \- Learn progressively\, in stages\, to adapt and improve on these basic skills \- Spar with players of similar standard \- Learn tennis from certified coach \- At least 2 years of coaching experience **What To Prepare:** Water bottle, sports attire, tennis racket will be provided to you :) **Number Of Pax:** Max 4 pax per group **Wet Weather Policy:** Reschedule in case of rain, 1h before lesson **Venue:** Parc Centros Condo, Near Punggol MRT **Time:** Sunday 10-11 am **Price:** $45 per class $150 for 4 classes ($37.50/class) Please PM or Whatsapp Gabriel ([8401 4648](https://wa.me/6584014648)) if you are interested! 😊 ➡️ [https://wa.me/6584014648](https://wa.me/6584014648) **We Also Have Classes Other Popular Locations** River Valley, Buona Vista, Tampines, Punggol, Upper Thomson, Stadium, Farrer Park, Kembangan, Choa Chu Kang, Lorong Chuan, Senja Cashew CC, Bukit Batok and many more! **View All Our Tennis Classes Islandwide! 👇** [https://sporthitch.com/tennis/](https://sporthitch.com/tennis/) **Arrange For Adult Private Tennis Classes! 👇** [https://sporthitch.com/adult-private-tennis-classes-singapore/ ](https://sporthitch.com/adult-private-tennis-classes-singapore/ ) **Arrange For Kids Private Tennis Classes! 👇** [https://sporthitch.com/kids-private-tennis-classes-singapore/](https://sporthitch.com/kids-private-tennis-classes-singapore/)
Themed Super Scrabble Semordnilaps
Themed Super Scrabble Semordnilaps
Welcome to Themed Super Scrabble meetup. *A word list will be provided for your reference during gameplay. *Form words from the list to score additional points *We will have a unique theme each and every week. After RSVP kindly text me immediately for further meetup details. Hope to hear from you soon!! Joseph 88023147

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Columbus Bitcoin Social Meetup
Columbus Bitcoin Social Meetup
*Sorry for the 2 month break but I had to deal with some family member health issues, but we are now back!!* **LOCATION - THE DAILY GROWLER -** **2812 Fishinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221** Over the years, we’ve heard two requests constantly: 1. A place that was quieter and possibly private. 2. “I wish they accepted Bitcoin.” We’ve finally found a solution to these requests with The Daily Growler. We’ll have access to their private room, and you’ll be able to pay your tab with Bitcoin. Join us for a fun and relaxed social event! Enjoy delicious food and drinks as we chat about the latest news in the Bitcoin world. Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking for guidance, have questions, or just want to meet like-minded people. These social evenings are a great opportunity to make new friends and enhance your experience at the larger events throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you there! PSA: If the attendee RSVP seems low, keep in mind that most of our attendees come from X and not [meetup.com.](http://meetup.com./) You are welcome to come and become a part of our online community. Recordings of past guest speakers are available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin](https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin)
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
Microsoft Build - Columbus Edition!
We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).
COhPy Monthly Meeting
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). Topic: This month Chris Pazsint will be talking about Agentic Coding. How does one use CLI Based Agents, and Agentic IDEs such as Cursor, Kiro, Antigravity? How to include agentic coding plugins for IDEs you already love such as Visual Studio Code. We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com
How to Move on From the Past and Feel Happy
How to Move on From the Past and Feel Happy
In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
AI Agents 101: How to Make ChatGPT Do Actual Work
Most people still use AI like a search box: type one question, get one answer, repeat. But the next step is AI agents: systems that can take a goal, break it into steps, use tools, remember context, and produce useful work for a human to review. In this beginner-friendly session, we’ll demystify what AI agents actually are — without hype or jargon. We’ll walk through practical examples of how agents can help with research, planning, writing, coding, operations, and personal productivity. We’ll cover: * What makes an AI “agent” instead of just a chatbot * How agents break tasks into steps * Where agents are genuinely useful today * Where they fail, hallucinate, or need human review * How to design simple AI workflows for your own work * A live demo of an AI agent-style workflow from start to finish No coding experience required. This is for anyone who wants to understand where AI tools are going and how to use them more effectively right now. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. **Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?** In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox. One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread. Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for. **Questions to wrestle with:** * Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving? * Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why? * If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming? * Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection? * And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species? * Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now? As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.