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= {NAME}, â Remember TNN? [The Nomadic Network]() (TNN) was the community we built for travelers back in 2019. TNNâs goal was to connect fellow travelers all around the world through in-person meetups. â In 2020, we shifted to virtual events, connecting you to a wide variety of voices in the travel space before we pivoted to tours (we ran 25 in total). It was an awesome endeavor that brought together thousands of people over hundreds of virtual and in-person meet-ups. â However, last summer, I realized that I wanted to focus my time on writing books. That meant that I needed to scale back lots of parts of my business and I made the difficult decision to pause TNN. â Well, Iâm happy to say that TNN is back! â One of our amazing TNN chapter leaders, Lisa Field, will be running TNN going forward. Hereâs a picture of us at TravelCon: â â Lisa has been a proactive, inspiring community member. Aside from hosting the Portland chapterâs monthly meetups, she attended at least 100 virtual events (!!), hosted a few events herself, and repped TNN at travel conferences. â
So, when she offered to take over TNN, it seemed like a natural fit. Who better to lead our community into its next phase than a member, volunteer, and chapter leader of our community! That is, after all, the purpose of TNN. I wanted a place for travelers to find âtheir people'' and change their lives for the better. â
âWhat does this mean for you? â
First, it means TNN events are back. Starting this month, TNN will host [a few events]( geared toward connecting travelers to people and resources that get them traveling differently, smarter, and more often. Here are the first few:
â - â[August Travel Happy Hour]() (August 22)
- â[September Travel Happy Hour](=) (September 12)
- â[Value Travel: Finding the Balance Between Budget and Experience]( (September 26)
- â[October Travel Happy Hour]() (October 10)
- â[Depth Beyond Distance: Insights into Enriching Travel & Life]() (October 24) â And, if youâd like to be a part of the Portland, Oregon chapter, they are hosting monthly in-person meetups around the city. [You can sign up for that here](). â
â 2025 TNN TOURS â These tours will be very similar to the TNN tours of the recent past. Theyâre still centered around traveling with like-minded travelers. Theyâll still greatly prioritize hands-on cultural experiences and special, local interactions. â Theyâll also still lean toward budget consciousness, however, all of the accommodations will be at least 3-star (everyone wants/needs a good nightâs sleep after all) and many tour prices will include expected gratuities to make it easier. And some tours will even have multi-day extensions for those who want to explore longer! â Use the code âLAUNCHâ for $200 OFF when you register for any tour by this Sunday, August 18 at 11:59 PM PT. â Hereâs a quick overview of the amazing tours happening in 2025: â â[India](=) (March 9â20) - Dive into India's vibrant culture and history, from Delhi's bustling streets to Agra's awe-inspiring Taj Mahal and Jaipur's stunning pink palaces and colorful Holi festival. Savor a special dinner with a local family, witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, and immerse yourself in village life with traditional crafts and lively Bollywood music. [More details here.](=)â â â[Vietnam](=) (March 24âApril 4) - Journey from Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant streets to Hanoiâs ancient temples. Discover Hueâs imperial citadels, Hoi Anâs lantern-lit charm, and Ninh Binh's stunning landscapes with a local homestay. Glide through hidden caves on a sampan boat and hike through verdant rice paddies. [More details here.]()â â â[Greece]() (September 24âOctober 1) - Dive deep into this incredible country, from Athensâ vibrant contemporary art scene and street food delights to the charming villages of Tinos and the historic allure of Naxos. In Athens, we'll savor the cityâs best street food and take a private tour of the iconic Acropolis. On Tinos, weâll experience hands-on organic cooking at a historic farm, and in Naxos, weâll taste local olive oils at the Eggares Olive Press. [More details here.]()â â â[Peru]( (October 23âNovember 2) - Hike the renowned Inca Trail, leading you through lush cloud forests to the breathtaking site of Machu Picchu, where you'll witness a sunrise over this iconic World Wonder. Discover the secrets of Maras' salt mines and Moray's agricultural terraces, then immerse yourself in local life with a homestay on Lake Titicaca's Amantanà Island. [More details here.](â â â[Morocco](=) (November 6â16) - Start in the vibrant city of Casablanca and its breathtaking Hassan II Mosque, wander through the enchanting blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, delve into the rich history and bustling markets of Fes, and explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. Traverse the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains to Arfoud, where an unforgettable Sahara Desert adventure awaits with a camel trek, traditional music, and mesmerizing stargazing under the vast desert sky. [More details here.](=)â â ***
â If you want to meet like-minded people to talk to, swap travel stories, learn from, visit while youâre on a trip or possibly plan a grand adventure with, be sure to check out The Nomadic Network. If you want to stay up-to-date on all things TNN, [sign up here](=). â Iâm excited that TNN will continue to connect travelers and communities across the globe! â
Sincerely, â
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