The Travel Circle DC: Official Launch & Connect

THE TRAVEL CIRCLE DC (travelcircledc.com)

The Official Launch: An Evening of Travel, Connection and Possibility

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Doors open 6:30 PM. Welcome and partner introductions 7:00 PM. Travel Circle experience 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

The Gathering Spot DC, Main Event Space, 1720 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006

Limited to 50 guests.

YOUR INVITATION

Some of the best travel experiences begin long before you board a plane. They begin with a conversation.

Welcome to The Travel Circle DC, a new gathering created for Washington-area professionals, entrepreneurs, tastemakers, and travelers who believe the world is worth experiencing well.

On August 19 we are opening the doors for our inaugural gathering and inviting just 50 guests to be part of the beginning.

This is not a traditional travel presentation. There will be no rows of chairs, no lengthy sales pitches, and no pressure to book a vacation. Instead, expect a sophisticated evening designed around great conversation, interesting people, exceptional destinations, and the simple question: where in the world do you want to go next?

THE EXPERIENCE

Arrive at 6:30 PM, pick up a cocktail, meet fellow travelers, and settle into an evening designed for connection and discovery. Event starts promptly at 7:00 p.m.

Throughout the evening, you will have the opportunity to:

• Connect with fellow travelers from across the DC community

• Meet travel professionals with firsthand destination expertise

• Discover river cruises, ocean voyages, escorted journeys, and global experiences

• Meet representatives from select travel partners

• Find inspiration for destinations you may not have considered

• Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary cocktail

• Take part in travel-inspired games and experiences

Most importantly, come prepared to talk travel. Where you have been. Where you are going. And where you cannot stop thinking about going next.

MORE SOCIAL CLUB, LESS TRAVEL SHOW

The Travel Circle DC was created around a simple idea: people who love to travel should know other people who love to travel.

We bring together a carefully curated group of travelers along with select destinations, travel brands, and industry insiders. One evening might take us to the vineyards of Europe. Another might introduce you to expedition cruising, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, culinary journeys, or destinations you have not yet considered.

The heart of The Travel Circle will always remain the same. Good people. Good conversation. Extraordinary places.

FOUNDING TRAVEL PARTNERS

Our inaugural evening features representatives and experiences from select travel partners, including:

Globus, our Land and Sea Travel Partner. Curated land journeys designed to bring destinations to life.

AmaWaterways, our River Cruise Partner. Luxury river cruising through Europe and beyond.

Additional travel partners and experiences will be announced as we approach the event.

HOSTED BY

Dr. Raymond Marbury, Voyage & Vibe Travel (bio @ drmarbury.com)

Marina Tack, 2 Tacks Travel (2tackstravel.com)

Two certified luxury travel professionals bringing together their communities, industry relationships, and shared love of exploring the world to create something new for Washington, DC.

WHY AUGUST 19 IS DIFFERENT

This is the first one. Guests attending August 19 become part of the founding circle of a new travel community. More gatherings will be announced.

If you love discovering new places, meeting interesting people, and occasionally finding yourself saying "we should go there," you have found your circle.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED

Attendance for our inaugural gathering is intentionally limited to 50 guests. Advance registration is required.

Come for a cocktail. Stay for the conversation. Leave thinking about where you are going next.

Hosted in partnership with The Gathering Spot DC. Members and guests welcome.

Welcome to The Travel Circle DC. Your world just got a little bigger!

PARKING

Parking is available at 1700 K St NW, Garage Lot 621, one block from The Gathering Spot. The rate is $10.00 after 5 p.m.