Scuba Diving Travel

Social Sips & Bites friends, we heard you. A few of you reached out asking if we had anything planned for Christmas Eve. Melissa and I are happy to share that yes, we’re putting something together. We’re organizing a relaxed, casual walk through Old Town Alexandria, followed by a cozy group dinner at (any restaurant we can find open that night). It will be a great chance to enjoy the festive lights, have good conversation, and spend time together before the holiday. This will be a small, and fun group.

This group was originally started by Chad Keith who created and hosts a podcast by the same name in Charlotte, NC. I am hoping to continue his legacy here in NoVa as I recently moved to this area. This group is all about finding community around self-improvement and exchanging ideas on how to be your best self and get the most out of life. This group is for anyone who is interested in overcoming average in all areas - career, ambitions, relationships, hobbies, health, everything. I am so excited to meet driven individuals in the NoVa area so please reach out if you have any questions at all. EVERYONE is welcome so please sign up for an upcoming meetup!

**Scott’s Run Nature Preserve: A Moderate 5.1 Mile Hike** Let's find out what's new, what's growing, and what's flowing at the Preserve on Christmas eve. Expect to explore the Potomac shoreline; rocky cliffs and a beautiful view of Scott’s Run Waterfall which feeds into the Potomac River. We hopefully will see hawks and eagles, and other birds. The trails are mostly packed dirt. Some hills. May encounter muddy trails and preening ducks. Note: There are several stream crossings, most with concrete stepping stones. Scotts Run Nature Preserve is a little piece of wilderness saved from urban sprawl. Edward D. Burling, a founding partner of Covington & Burling law firm, once owned well over a 100-acre portion of the land that makes up present-day Scott's Run nature preserve. It avoided development in the 1970's and was renamed the Dranesville District Park. Today it is known as the Scott's Run Nature Preserve. **Time to Meet**: Please meet at 9:45 for introductions and sign in. We will start hiking promptly at 10:00 **Directions to Trailhead**: We will meet in the larger of the two parking lots. The GPS Coordinates are 38.959512, -77.205148 **Please read this carefully**…..The larger parking lot is on Georgetown Pike about 1 mile outside of the beltway. The best street address to use is 808 Swinks Mill Road, McLean VA. THIS ADDRESS IS ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE SCOTT’S RUN PARKING LOT. **Contact Information**: Please use the comments feature for routine comments and questions. The hike leader is Tim; 202-744-0289. **Details** Rating: Moderate Distance: 5.1 miles Elevation Gain: Approximately 584 Feet Pace: 2.0 to 2.5 miles per hour Facilities: There are no toilet facilities on this hike Fees: No entrance fees **Cancellation**: In the unlikely event that the hike needs to be cancelled, it may be cancelled up to the evening before the hike. Hikers will be notified through comments on this posting. **Weather**: The weather for this location can be found [here](https://weather.com/weather/today/l/e8a77845fba5b8e31e9be76a5e50e296bd1e63de01a0afca33b83ac334604659). **Notes**: -Please note, you must sign up at by 9:00 PM the day before the hike. -Please do not show up unregistered. -Please keep this a fragrance free event. -To find out more about PATC, [click here](https://www.patc.net/). -Consider becoming a member of PATC. To join, [click here](https://www.patc.net/membership).

World Learning Toastmasters Club meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. We are a fun loving group of professionals looking to develop our public speaking and leadership skills. Take a break from your work and come join us for a fun afternoon. All guests are welcome! Closest Metro station: Either McPherson Square (white house exit) or Farragut North. For more information about the club, please visit http://worldlearningtoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/

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Marvel at the architectural grandeur of the Pyramids and Sphinx. Pack your bags to embark on the breathtaking Cruise along the River Nile. Stop to admire the different cities of Egypt at the banks of the Nile until you reach Hurghada, where the Red Sea that offers excellent scuba diving opportunities. Tour Start Cairo Tour End Cairo Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 4pm • Return: Day09 anytime after 11am Airport: Cairo International Airport (CAI) Itinerary Day01 Cairo Day02 Pyramids Day03 Pyramids Day04 Nile Cruise - Kom Ombo Day05 Nile Cruise - Luxor Day06 Luxor Day07 Hurghada Day08 Hurghada - Cairo Day09 Cairo Cost: $2590 (Double Occupancy) $3190 (Single Supplement) Inclusions Price Includes * Qualified English speaking Egyptologist * One night at a 4\* star hotel in Cairo * Three nights aboard a 5\* Nile Cruise * Three nights at a 4\* star hotel in Hurghada * One night sleeper train * Guided tours of the Pyramids and Cairo city * Guided tours of Aswan; Valley of the Kings; Kom Ombo and Luxor Temples * Airport pickup and transfers * Transportation in A/C bus * One-way sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan * Tour leader Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other than mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Transfers other than mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa ($25 on arrival) * Monuments & Temple Entrance fees (allow $130) * Tips for cruise crew, porters, drivers (allow $45) * Tips for guide (allow $50) * Abu Simbel (allow $120) * Hot air balloon over the west bank of Luxor ($150 USD) ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/egypt-group-travel-pyramids-nile-cruise/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/egypt-group-travel-pyramids-nile-cruise/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Marvel at the architectural grandeur of the Pyramids and Sphinx. Pack your bags to embark on the breathtaking Cruise along the River Nile. Stop to admire the different cities of Egypt at the banks of the Nile until you reach Hurghada, where the Red Sea that offers excellent scuba diving opportunities. Tour Start Cairo Tour End Cairo Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 4pm • Return: Day09 anytime after 11am Airport: Cairo International Airport (CAI) Itinerary Day01 Cairo Day02 Pyramids Day03 Pyramids Day04 Nile Cruise - Kom Ombo Day05 Nile Cruise - Luxor Day06 Luxor Day07 Hurghada Day08 Hurghada - Cairo Day09 Cairo Cost: $2590 (Double Occupancy) $3190 (Single Supplement) Inclusions Price Includes * Qualified English speaking Egyptologist * One night at a 4\* star hotel in Cairo * Three nights aboard a 5\* Nile Cruise * Three nights at a 4\* star hotel in Hurghada * One night sleeper train * Guided tours of the Pyramids and Cairo city * Guided tours of Aswan; Valley of the Kings; Kom Ombo and Luxor Temples * Airport pickup and transfers * Transportation in A/C bus * One-way sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan * Tour leader Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other than mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Transfers other than mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa ($25 on arrival) * Monuments & Temple Entrance fees (allow $130) * Tips for cruise crew, porters, drivers (allow $45) * Tips for guide (allow $50) * Abu Simbel (allow $120) * Hot air balloon over the west bank of Luxor ($150 USD) ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/egypt-group-travel-pyramids-nile-cruise/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/egypt-group-travel-pyramids-nile-cruise/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Get checked your bucket list by visiting this wonderful country Switzerland while exploring the 5 days of adventure by visiting various cities and little towns. Enjoy the scenic drives, mountains, waterfalls, and a lot more. Note: To join the Day01 Zurich half-day city tour, you must arrive by 12pm as the tour is scheduled for 2.30 pm Highlights Visited Places: • Lake Zurich • Eiger, Jungfrau Glacier, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald • Lucerne • Mt Pilatus • Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Travel Experience: • Exploring Switzerland towns • Boat Cruise • Zurich city • Local cuisine • Sightseeing as per the itinerary Tour Start Zurich Tour End Zurich Destination Switzerland Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 12 pm • Return: Day05 anytime after breakfast Airport: Zurich Airport (ZRH) Itinerary Day01 Zurich Highlights Half-Day Tour with Lake Cruise Day02 Jungfrau Glacier, Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald Day03 Mt Pilatus Day Trip Day04 Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein Day05 Zurich Cost: $2590 (Double Occupancy) $3290 (Single Supplement) Inclusions Price Includes • 4 nights of hotel accommodation • Guided day activities • 4 breakfasts at the hotel • Sightseeing (Car, Bus, Van, Train, Boat) Price Excludes • International Flights • Airport Transfer • Meals (other than those mentioned above) • Personal Expenses • Tips and gratuities • Transfers other than those mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) • Travel insurance / Visa ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/switzerland-5-days-adventure-zurich-interlaken-lucerne/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/switzerland-5-days-adventure-zurich-interlaken-lucerne/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. If the weather cooperates we will be meeting in the patio. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

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