We’re excited to continue our recaps round-up series in 2020. Let’s take a look at some of the best meet-up recaps Local Guides have shared on Connect this January.
“[RECAP] Underwater Meetup - Hikkaduwa,” January 10, 2020
Have you ever thought of organizing a meet-up underwater? @ravindus did! Attendees took diving lessons and captured the marine life around Sri Lanka on camera. I really enjoyed reading this recap and I encourage you to check it out, too.
“{Recap} Accessibility Walk - True Accessibility Views From Eyes Of Differently Abled: Part 2,” January 16, 2020
@KashifMisidia organized another great accessibility meet-up. This time, he and fellow Pakistan Local Guides took an accessibility walk along one of the biggest food streets in Karachi. Learn more about Kashif’s touching story of why these walks are important here.
“[RECAP] Enjoying the Christmas Spirit in Tallinn,” January 18, 2020
On December 24, @JaneBurunina hosted a photo walk in Tallinn, Estonia, to enjoy the Christmas market together with fellow Local Guides. They took wonderful pictures, wrote reviews, made edits, and answered questions. And, of course, had some traditional Estonian pastries!
“Thailand Tri-Meet - Phuket [RECAP],” January 19, 2020
Even though no one joined @SaifIS on his three meet-ups in Thailand, that didn’t stop him from enjoying his walks. In his recap, Saif wrote about his day in Phuket, the places he visited and the food he tried. He is an inspiration to other Local Guides to not to give up on their meet-ups even when they’re the only attendee.
“Recap Meet-Up América Cono Sur,” January 19, 2020
How amazing is it to keep friendships alive? In this meet-up, organized by @SilvyC, Local Guides from Argentina decided to explore Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, where they also met @AlexandreCampbell from Brazil. Don’t miss her detailed recap.
“[RECAP] PhotoWalk Laguna Esmeralda,” January 20, 2020
This month, @FaridTDF hosted a photo walk in the Esmeralda Lagoon, Argentina. Attendees took amazing photos, had many adventures, and made a lot of memories. To find out more, make sure to read this recap.
“RECAP Update the missing in Mymensingh,” January 21, 2020
@AbdullahAM kicked off the new year with a map editing meet-up. He and fellow Local Guides added missing information in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, and all their edits were approved. They also welcomed a new member to the Local Guides program. How fun is that? Read more here.
“[RECAP] Batu Local Guides 3rd Anniversary,” January 21, 2020
Saturday, January 18, marked the third anniversary of the Batu Local Guides community. A total of 70 attendees from different cities across Indonesia came to celebrate together. Check out @br14n’s recap to find out more about the various activities they had.
“[RECAP] Recorrido Turístico Buenos Aires - Centro,” January 23, 2020
If you’re thinking of visiting Buenos Aires, don’t miss @CeciliaRatto’s recap of her sightseeing tour with fellow Local Guides. Her post is so descriptive that even if you didn’t participate in the meet-up, you’ll feel like you were there.
Did you attend any of these meet-ups? What’s your favorite recap for this month? Tell us in the comments below.
