This page lists recent news articles and chapter updates posted on the TCC Web site. Click any headline to view the post. Use the search blank at right to find older posts on any topic.
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Update From the Heartland: Indiana/Ohio/Kentucky TCC Chapter News
Heartland members met for a luncheon on Dec. 11, 2021, at the historic Louisville Boat Club in Kentucky. In addition to introducing our northern friends to some Burgoo, Benedictine, the famous Hot Brown, we learned about the history of the club. Dr. David Keeling then gave a wonderful presentation on Gauguin’s French Polynesia. Join us…
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Pacific Northwest Chapter Planning Seattle-Area Meeting in April
Hello TCC Members in the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada and Alaska, You are invited to an “in person” Travelers Century Club meeting on Wednesday, April 20, at the National Nordic Museum, near the locks in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood at 2655 NW Market St. Our meeting will take place from 1 to 2:15 p.m. in…
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A Successful Philadelphia Chapter Meeting Despite Rough Weather and an Unexpected Venue Change
The Philadelphia Chapter met on Sunday, Jan. 30, Pho Ha, a casual Vietnamese eatery popular with locals. Delving into spring rolls, broken rice, grilled beef, and — what else? — pho, the group heard from conductor Robert W. Butts (pictured with his wife) of the Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, who has conducted opera and…
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January 2022 Atlanta Chapter Update
The Atlanta Chapter met via Zoom on Jan. 29 and included travelers from around Georgia, Missouri, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Members shared stories of their recent travels as well as their plans for the new year. This included talk of cruises, RV travels, Expo 2020 in Dubai, and an open invitation to an apartment in…
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TCC Featured in Recent USA TODAY Travel Article
The Travelers’ Century Club were referenced in an article published last month in USA TODAY. Contributor Christopher Elliott profiled century and circumnavigation travel goals, and referenced our signature list of Countries & Territories in his own quest to become a “Centurian.” Read the full article here: Travelers aim to visit their 100th country, circumnavigate the…
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Northern Nigeria Presentation Planned for February 2022 San Diego Chapter Meeting
Gloria and Charlie McCoy will host a gathering at their La Jolla home on Saturday, Feb. 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Speaker Matthew Allison‘s presentation is titled “Travel in Northern Nigeria, Guest of Emir and PrinceCongo Rainforest to Lake Tele-Home of Mythical Dinosaur.” Members will enjoy a meal of paella and sparkling Cava at…
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Southwest Florida Chapter Plans November Gathering in Pelican Bay
The Naples-area TCC Chapter will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 9. We are hoping Omicron does not interfere with our meeting plans. We will keep you up to date should anything change. Bill has reserved a table for us at Marker 36 at Pelican Bay for 5 p.m. As last time, plan on arriving by 4:45…
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Paella Party in Valencia in February 2022
The Mediterranean TCC Chapter has announced an upcoming gathering on Saturday, Feb. 19. Members will gather in Valencia, Spain, for an afternoon tour of La Albufera nature park and lagoon, followed by a meal featuring Valencia’s signature dish, paella.
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Norcal Chapter Update: December Meeting Report and Upcoming Event in March
Thirty-three Northern California members and guests gathered at Trader Vics on Saturday, Dec. 4, for the annual holiday luncheon. The chapter welcomed new members Jason Wang and Amy Sinclair. Everyone enjoyed the travel ambiance of Trader Vic’s and especially the presentation by member Nick Bowles and his cousin Maria Chapman who shared their experiences in…
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First Sarasota-Area Meeting of 2022 on Tuesday, Feb. 1
The Southwest Florida TCC Chapter will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at noon at Stonewood Grill and Tavern in University Park (5415 University Parkway). Those who plan to attend should RSVP by email to Amanda Davis (amandatd@yahoo.com).
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International Meeting in Malta May 5-8, 2022; Event Payments Now Being Accepted
The Travelers’ Century Club will be hosting the largest TCC International Meeting ever in the beautiful country of Malta. This event will be fun and interactive; it will connect you with TCC members worldwide. Great food, sightseeing, and information sessions are part of the weekend! If you have already sent in your deposit, now is…
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January 2022 Oceania Chapter Udpate
Hello all, Sure hope you can join in to our TCC Oceania Get Togethers in January and February 2022. But first: Summary of our last meeting of 2021 on 15th December 2021: Iran versus Persia – Sonia Zimmerman Sonia shared her love for Iran, a country rich on history, architecture and hospitality. She showed beautiful…
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Separation of St. Kitts and Nevis Expands TCC List to 330 Countries & Territories
We are pleased to announce the addition of one new destination to the Travelers’ Century Club list of countries and territories. Our list now stands at 330. The TCC board recently approved a proposal to split the Caribbean island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis into two separate entities on the TCC list, with Nevis…
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A Festive Holiday Party for the Miami-Area TCC Chapter
Carolyn Stein was our gracious hostess for the 2021 Southeast Florida Chapter holiday party on Sunday, Dec. 12. A highlight of the afternoon was our annual Crazy Gift-Xchange game in which members traded unusual travel souvenirs.
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First Meeting of the New Francophone Chapter
Coordinator Dominique Laurent reports that the Francophone TCC Chapter held a successful first meeting at La Maison Champs Elysées. The ten participants enjoyed getting to know one another and discovered each other’s favorite trips and hobbies.
