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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New Info Files Added to the Members-Only TCC Forum
As of 2012, members must go to the TCC Forum to access the TCC Info Files. The Forum requires a user name and password to log in. TCC will continue to mail the Info Files to those who have paid the additional $10 ($85 domestic and $95 international). Back issues of the Info Files are…
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Introducing Our Newest TCC Board Member, Jeffrey Houle, and Two New Chapter Coordinators
The TCC has a new board member, Jeff Houle, based in Washington, DC. Jeffrey has served as area coordinator for his region for more than 15 years. Jeff is a U.S. lawyer and English solicitor with nearly 30 years of legal and global business experience. An avid reader and adventurer who enjoys exploring antiquities and…
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Member Spotlight: Gina Morello, Dallas, Texas
On March 15, 2020 my globe-trotting days ended abruptly. After traveling for eight months, I had a scheduled flight from Moscow to South Sudan the next day — a two-week expedition booked to visit seven tribes. This would be followed by trips to visit my four remaining countries on the UN Member list (Cape Verde,…
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Destination: Saudi Arabia
By Donna Marsh Saudi Arabia is taking the first steps in opening up the Kingdom to tourism. Most people have little practical knowledge about this fascinating destination. This is a good time to prepare for a future visit. Who can visit? Anyone who holds a passport from 49 approved countries is eligible for a tourist…
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New Dates for TCC International Meeting in Malta
The board is disappointed to share that the 2021 Malta conference will be postponed by a year. Unfortunately, too many forces are working against our plans. Malta has strict entrance restrictions, participation will be limited, and our ability to carry out planned events will be too difficult to follow with existing social distancing measures. The…
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Perspectives From Some of Our Newest TCC Members
Hear what a few of our newest members have to say about being a new member and reaching that 100 country milestone. These members joined the club in March 2020. Sam Leung San Jose, California Being a member means I can learn and share travel information with others. One of my favorite things to do…
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Well Traveled: December 2020
Our congratulations to those Club members who have reached higher levels of countries visited. Well done! Platinum Members (250 or more countries) Robert (Bo) Warren Shelburne, MA, USA Gold Members (200 or more countries) Zuhoor Al Saleh Muscat, Oman Henrietta Hallaq Tucson, AZ, USA Clive Morris Grand Rapids, MI, USA Elizabeth N. Ganley Arlington, VA,…
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A Hearty Welcome to New TCC Members
The Travelers’ Century Club is pleased to welcome the following new members to the club: Al Saleh, Zuhoor Allen, Cathy M. Allen, Michael Carnahan, Thomas Friedland, Thomas Andrew Kritsch, Ruth Kritsch, Thomas N. Larson, Kriss McGuirt,Don Pakis, Frederick Pataky-Kosove, Joan Lynne Sulaiman, Ali Warren, Robert (Bo) Wydro, Dorota For privacy reasons, addresses and emails are…
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Mediterranean Chapter to Meet Online on Dec. 20
The TCC Mediterranean Chapter’s first online meeting will take place on Sunday, Dec. 20, from 11:00 to 13:00 CET. Topics: Trips made in 2020 COVID-19: Experiences, expectations Travel projects for 2021 First news of FOGG’s EYE (Jacob Vilella) Please confirm your attendancehere: https://tccmed.com/attendance One week before the meeting we will sent to all interested people…
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December 2020 Canada Chapter Zoom Call to Focus on Marathon Running Around the Globe
Hello World Travelers, Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit such out of-the-way places like North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda and Mongolia? Likely many of you have been. But can you imagine running a 26.2-mile marathon while you visited? Well, two fascinating, energetic, well-traveled TCC members — Gloria McCoy and Steve…
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International Meeting in Malta Postponed to May 2022; Booking Deposits Now Being Accepted
After being postponed a year, the largest International Meeting ever is being planned for 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! In an effort to determine pricing, venues, and number of…
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An Update on the December 2020 Charter Chapter Meeting
Our next quarterly meeting of the TCC Charter Chapter (Los Angeles/Orange County), scheduled to be held on Saturday, Dec. 12 at Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills, HAS BEEN CANCELED. At this time, local venue limitations and current COVID-19 restrictions in California and Los Angeles County are not allowing indoor dining or group events.…
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Atlanta Chapter Fall Zoom Call Report and 2021 Meeting Schedule
The Atlanta TCC Chapter met Saturday, Nov. 7, via Zoom and included members from Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. Members shared updates from their recent travels and participated in a Show and Tell featuring favorite items from their travels! Next year’s Atlanta Chapter meetings will be Jan. 30, April 24, July 31, and…
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Northern California Holiday Celebration on Dec. 12 Via Zoom
Dear Travelers! On Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. Let’s celebrate the end of 2020 and look toward a New Year! Two ideas to get into the holiday spirit which we encourage you to do: Choose a festive backdrop by searching on “Zoom Christmas backgrounds free.” Wear something festive like your (ugly) Christmas sweater. Planning in…
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Fall 2020 Update From the TCC Canada Chapter
Hello World Travelers (most of us stranded at home for a while), Thanks to everyone who joined our Mount Everest themed Zoom call recently. A warm TCC Canada welcome was given to new provisional member Carolyn Keyes. Having overcome some early ‘Zoom technical issues, we were then treated to a terrific presentation with Erwin…
