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Report From the April 2023 Meeting of the UK and Ireland Chapter
The TCC UK and Ireland Chapter held our spring meeting at Doggett’s Coat & Badge, with 20 members and guests in attendance, including our guest TCC Oceania Chapter Coordinator Robyn Antill. We welcomed first-time attendees, new TCC members, and long-time devotees. Our speaker was Per Besson, providing members with a brilliant programme “Practical Lessons of…
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April 2023 Updates From the Georgia TCC Chapter
It was great to see everyone at The Orient in April! We enjoyed a Chinese lunch while sharing favorite travel tips and tricks. Special guests included TCC member Wilma Drummond from Oklahoma, and Chapter Co-Coordinator Paige Bequet‘s daughter, Brigitte, visiting from New York. Travel Tips From the Georgia TCC Chapter For those who couldn’t join…
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Summer Social in Central New Jersey Planned for New York and Pennsylvania Chapter Members
Silver (and dual chapter) members Natasha and Fred Brodzinski are delighted to welcome both the New York and Philadelphia chapters to an afternoon of fun in the sun at their lake home near Princeton. Mix and mingle with other members, take a paddleboat out for a spin, and enjoy a tasty home-cooked lunch by Natasha…
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Recap of the April 2023 New York Chapter Luncheon on the Caucasus and Ukraine
On April 22, the New York TCC Chapter convened at historic Fraunces Tavern (George Washington ate here!) in lower Manhattan for an afternoon of traditional American cuisine and three fascinating presentations by chapter members. Ed Hotchkiss took us through his recent trip to the Caucasus — Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan — with excellent photos and…
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South Korea Chapter Luncheon Set for May 2023
On Tuesday, May 16, the South Korea TCC Chapter will proudly hold its first regular spring meeting since the pandemic. After lunch, we will walk next door for a private tour of the Seoul Museum and the weekend residence of Daewongun, “The Great Archduke” or formally Internal King Heungseon Heonui.
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Global Hospitality Brand Representative to Speak at May 2023 Canada Chapter Meeting
Hello World Travelers, Delighted to remind everyone that our spring 2023 meeting is coming up on Saturday, May 6, at noon EST in Toronto. Very excited to share our collective passions for travel, hear about your 2023 trips so far and journeys planned. Pleased to announce that Mark Holdsworth, Director, Global Sales at Accor S.A.…
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April Meeting Report From the Southwest Florida TCC Chapter
The Southwest Florida TCC Chapter met on Tuesday, April 18, at Seasons 52 in Naples. Pam Girtman (left) was presented her TCC Certificate for having visited 100 countries!
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Study Abroad Programs Discussed During April 2023 Meeting at Indiana University
We had a wonderful meeting on April 1 at Indiana University in the Business School. The program was, “Why College Students Travel.” We had two very energetic students speak about their experiences as they studied abroad. Indiana University has study abroad embedded within the courses. One student who wants to study “Luxury Goods” and hopes…
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April 2023 New England Chapter Update
The New England TCC Chapter met on April 15 for some delicious Azorean cuisine and even greater conversations. A special thanks to Dave Netzer for his fabulous talk on the Azores in which he shared about his visits to all nine of the islands. Thanks too for Dave’s special gifts, which included black sand from…
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Seattle-Area Chapter Planning July Excursion to San Juan Island
Please save the date: Saturday July 29, for “A Day on San Juan Island” for TCC members and your partner. As worldwide explorers, let’s explore a beautiful location a little closer to home. Come and explore Friday Harbor and San Juan Island through the eyes of TCC member and local resident Joanruth Baumann. We will…
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Program and Venue for the April 2023 New York Chapter Meeting
The New York TCC Chapter invites you to an exciting program featuring two speakers: Ed Hotchkiss on the Caucasus and BJ Mikkelsen on Ukraine. Enjoy lunch at Fraunces Tavern, New York’s oldest and most historic bar and restaurant, serving New Yorkers for 250 years. Join us for a stop at the Fraunces Tavern Museum at…
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Upcoming Colorado Chapter Meetings in April, July and October
Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 20, at 6 p.m. at the Blue Bonnet Restaurant (457 S. Broadway, in Denver). As before, we will meet in their private room with full bar. Please be prepared to bring $3 in addition to the price of your meal and tip, to pay for the…
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Oceania Chapter News: March Zoom Recap and Upcoming Events in April and May
MARCH 2023 MEETING At our most recent Zoom chat, we paid our respects to our highest ranking member, David Horne (302), who passed away peacefully at the age of 82. Please see the attached PDF for some details of David’s remarkable life. The other key topic of discussion was Travel Apps and Websites; details can…
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2023 Mediterranean Chapter Events and Encounters
The Mediterranean TCC Chapter is planning the following gatherings in 2023. Further details will be provided as they become available. June 3, 2023 – Lisbon Encounter TCC Mediterranean and Portuguese Travelers Tentative Program: 11:00 – Tour/Visit (tbd.) 13:00 – Restaurant (tbd.) 13:30 – Lunch & Gathering 18:30 – End of the Meeting October 2023 –…
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Recap of the March 2023 New York Chapter Luncheon on Antarctica and the South Pole
The New York TCC Chapter gathered on March 25 at Toledo Restaurant in Manhattan for an afternoon of fine Spanish food and four fascinating presentations. The presenters — all TCC members — included Khadijah Musa with a capsule on “Traveling the Global South with the United Nations”; Cathy Shelton, “Antarctica 101”; Bill Datema, “South Georgia…
