What we’re about
Our travel club is for all those solo travelers out there who want to explore the world but need a group to go with! Bring friends of course but if you can't get them to come-no worries! We do awesome local events in the Bay Area and many exciting trips all year! Local Events include hiking, wine tasting, white water rafting, kayaking, parties, dinner, camping, and much more!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Hike at Alviso Marina County Park, ~4.5mi, 1.5-hour, easy hikeAlviso Marina County Park, Alviso, CA
Let's hike along salt ponds, channel of the Guadalupe river and a network of levees!
We will take Alviso Slough Trail. This is a flat, fast-paced hike and it can serve as a warm-up for your other activities later on this day. But if everybody in the group wants to do a longer hike, there are choices of trails at Alviso to extend your activities ))
The construction of that part of Alviso Slough Trail is scheduled to be finished by summer 2025. Until then we will hike the trail out and back, up to the old pump station. After construction is finally over we will be hiking the loop.
Please, bring:
* layered cloths/windbreaker,
* shoes appropriate for a rough trail,
* water,
* hat,
* sunglasses
* sunscreen.
The weather forecast in the area: http://bit.ly/3qhmXihPlease be aware that in the case of precipitation in the area the day before the hike - the trail can get muddy here and there (due to subtle powdery soil at the sloughs.) So, put on appropriate shoes, do not wear nice textile shoes..
No parking fee is charged currently at Alviso.
The Park is 100% open space and a good setting for cognitive respite by relaxing and restoring the mind ))
We want to complement these hikes with networking time AFTER the hike, 9am - 10am-ish, so that group members could connect more directly.
This can be happening either at the picnic tables in the park, or at a eating place nearby. Here are some options:
El Taco de Oro , opens 9am
Vahl's Restaurant , opens 11am
Rosita's De Basilio Deli & Market , opens 11am.
We found out that El Taco de Oro is a suitable place for after hike networking 👍‍ ($3.25/taco, friendly staff and plenty of space.)
Here is the full menu:
https://www.meetup.com/superfab/photos/33232901/510500797Depending on the group's mood, we can go on networking or not (it's up to everyone to decide to go on or not, no obligations/expectations.)
This event is cross-posted with tech pro's Meetup groups: Silicon Valley Indian Professionals Association (SIPA) Silicon Valley Startup Founders & Investors Meetup and some hiking meetups.
Let's see each other at Alviso!
- Road-trip to Redwood National Park & Jack London Historic Park, w/moder. hikesRedwood National and State Parks, California, CA
Let's hike among the mammoth woods that are home to the tallest trees on Earth in a coastal preserve of old-growth redwood forests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mist steals through towering trees soaring up to 380 feet as thrushes sing melancholy notes from the canopy. On the ground, fallen trees expose upturned root beds more than 6 feet in diameter.
We will also drive the Avenue of the Giants, the 10-mile Newton B. Drury Redwood Scenic Parkway and along the rugged coastline with some cozy seaside towns, such as Crescent City.
On the ways back we want to stop and hike at Jack London State Historic Park.
Weather is expected to be warm with day average temperatures 78 degree F (56 degree at night) and above with low chance of precipitation, and winds at the ocean.
Trip's summary:
- 3days/2nights trip for a small group of 6 explorers.
- The starting and ending point is South Bay (one or two pick-up locations, one can be Diridon station at San Jose.)
- Hotel accommodations in Arcata, CA, and Crescent City, CA. All locations in this event follow safety requirements by the state.
- Level of activities: Easy to Intermediate.
Clothes and gear recommended:
- good hiking shoes,
- warm jacket for evenings, be ready to layer up,
- hiking poles if you used to them,
- day backpack,
- consider hydration bladder for hikes,
- sunglasses,
- sunscreen,
- hat.
Cost $470. What's included:
- 3days/2nights stay in 2-people occupancy non-smoking room (two beds in room),
- Transportation by minivan (like Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand, Ford Transit or similar) covering approx. 900 mi of road-tripping total,
- Park entrance fee,
- Organized hikes in all days.
What is NOT included:
- Meals, snacks, water.
Sunrise: 6:20am. Sunset: 8:00pm. Every day we want to start off from the hotel at 7 am or 7:30am, or as the latest. If you are a night owl, please try to adjust yourself for an earlier getup during the trip - the purpose of it is to use more of daylight at wintertime for activities.
Please pay attention to the start time and the return time of the event, if you can make it. The regular 4-day itinerary to Redwood is shortened to keep the cost lower even with high holiday rates on services. But we'll need to extend the start and end times.
There will be a Zoom meeting on this trip and a WhatsApp group chat will be formed for the group to communicate and prepare for the trip. Please be available to connect by WhatsApp (provide the organizer with your WhatsApp contact info to be included in the chat.) Regular messaging will not work out for this trip.
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Title photo: Fern Canyon in Redwood National Park.
Photo-albums from previous trips for
Redwood National Park: https://www.meetup.com/u-s-national-parks-quest-group/photos/31684230/
Point Reyes: https://www.meetup.com/u-s-national-parks-quest-group/photos/33968467/ (photos 280-314) - Beautiful Bali!Ubud, Ubud
September 4th - September 12th, 2025
Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have invited us to their classic adventure in Bali.
We’ve been exploring Bali for years crafting a one of a kind experience to the best known and unknown treasures of this special island. From the coastal temples of Tanah Lot, to the gorgeous pure white sand beaches and snorkeling on Nusa Penida island, to the man made wonders of the Jatiluwih rice terraces, we will see an incredible slice of diverse spectacle’s throughout Bali. The food is incredible, amazing photography opportunities, and the locals are known for their friendliness.
Canggu and Tanah Lot Temple
- Enjoy the seaside resort town full of surfing, beachside restaurants, and beautiful sunshine
- Tanah Lot Temple: Privately guided tour of the 16th century temple built upon a rock formation along the rocky shore
Jatiluwih Rice Terraces and Munduk
- Walk through the expansive undulating rice terraces in the island's interior and enjoy lunch with a view of the lush scenery
- Travel into the country's interior to Munduk to enjoy various waterfall hikes, an included massage, and quietude away from the tourist areas
Taksu Sanur
- En route to Taksu Sanur, stop at incredibly detailed Ulun Danu Bertan Temple built on the shores of a huge lake to honor a god that provides water to the local farmers
- Visit a local farmer's market to purchase and enjoy a multitude of tropical fruit such as lychee, longan, mango, papaya, rambutan, guava, and more
- Stop at a farm specializing in the production of coffee known as kopi luwak, a Balinese specialty that uses partially digested coffee beans
- Included dinner on the beach overlooking the stunning ocean
- Included massage
Nusa Penida
- Take a short ferry to adjacent islands known for dramatic limestone cliff views, beach paradise, secluded bays, island exploration, and a slower pace of life
- Surrounded by turquoise waters, the island's main street is full of ice cream shops, small bars and restaurants, cheap spa treatments, and plenty of quiet beaches
- Optional activities include snorkeling with the chance to swim with manta rays and a trip to other islands to explore mangroves, unique cultural experiences, and geological wonders
Ubud
- Shop around in this artistic capital known for wood carving, stone carving, painting, custom jewelry, and handmade goods
- Walk through the Monkey Temple containing hundreds of long-tailed macaques in this forest sanctuary throughout the sprawling temple complex
- Final night's Farewell Dinner includes a traditional Balinese dance performance that recreates cultural tales and legends
Bali small group tours inclusions:
- 8 Night/9 Day adventure
- Amazing Balinese style bungalows and boutique hotels
- Privately guided, small group tour
- Delicious local meals throughout - daily breakfast, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- 3 Massages throughout the experience - great way to unwind and relax at the end of a day’s adventure!
- All taxes and entrance included
- All transfers and ground transportation included
- Roommate pairing
- International airfare is not included but we will assist all guests with finding the best flight! We will be flying into and out of Denpasar International Airport (airport code: DPS)
Email us to see daily itinerary for our Bali tour at joinus@photoflytravel.com
Join Us!
For our solo travelers, we can pair you up with someone of the same sex unless single occupancy is requested.
Price: $2,495
Single Supplement: $595.00Deposit: $600.00
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/bali-small-group-tours/
