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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A Hearty Welcome to New TCC Members
The Travelers’ Century Club is pleased to welcome the following new members to the club: Applebaum, Ray C., Applebaum, Fredrica Bandiera, Glen Bērziņš, Valdis Carr, William M. Cullan, Barbara Cvetkov, Kyril Dahab, Carolyn Hitzig Dauer, Roger T. Dennis, Victoria Lee Dobson, Carol Du Yimin Garland, Richard N. Gonzalez, Juan D. Gonzalez, Donna S. Graydon, Cameron…
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A Sunny Happy Hour Gathering of the Seattle Pacific Northwest TCC Chapter
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West Florida Chapter Combats Summer Heat With Discussion of Arctic Travel Destinations
The West Florida TCC Chapter held a lunch meeting on Aug. 14 at a new location, the historic Pier 22 restaurant in Bradenton, Florida. As usual, a few destinations are trending. In the past year, many members have visited Sri Lanka. Two members met in Sri Lanka this summer when their schedules overlapped. Greenland is…
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Indiana Chapter Explores Egyptian History and Culture During July 2019 Meeting in Indianapolis
The Indiana TCC Chapter had an outstanding meeting on Saturday, July 27. The activities began with an enjoyable reception and lunch, during which time the members exchanged travel stories and anecdotes. After a fine lunch, we heard and saw an excellent presentation by Don Knebel about his trip to Egypt. He presented information about Egypt’s…
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An Invitation to the September 2019 Charter Chapter Meeting in Newport Beach, California
Our next quarterly meeting of the TCC Charter Chapter (Los Angeles/Orange County) will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, when we travel once more to the waterfront for a gathering at the Newport Beach Yacht Club. TCC Vice President Tim Skeet will take us to Tibet, the “Roof of the World,” where he and his…
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Dates for 2019 Charter Chapter Meetings
As is normal, our Charter Chapter meetings alternate between sites in Los Angeles and Orange Counties on the second Saturday of each quarter. Our final 2019 meeting will be in Los Angeles County on Dec. 14 at Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills.
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Crossing the Caucasus by Taxi: Report From the June 2019 Charter Chapter Meeting
More than 40 TCC members and their guests met at the historic Tam O’Shanter Inn in Los Angeles, then traveled with Bill Altaffer on his adventures from the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea by way of two dozen taxis! Our veteran member presented a fascinating program of how he crossed the Caucasus Mountains from…
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North Caucasus and North Korea Presentations Featured at July 2019 Texas/Oklahoma Chapter Meeting
On July 13, 29 members and prospective members of the Texas & Oklahoma TCC Chapter enjoyed a luncheon meeting, with two featured speakers, at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library Center in College Station, Texas. Before and after the meeting many members also toured the Library. Magali Hinojosa (TCC Platinum) drove all the way from…
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West Africa Cruise Presentataion at Southeast Florida TCC Gathering in June
The Southeast Florida (Miami) TCC Chapter met on Sunday, June 23, at the lovely home of Tom and Kim Davison on a beautiful South Florida afternoon. Kim poured some delicious Arabian coffee, and other refreshments and snacks were also served. About 15 members shared stories and discussed future travel plans, after which Tom gave a…
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October Meeting Planned for New York TCC Chapter
The New York TCC Chapter will meet on Saturday, Oct. 26. Member Paul Couniotakis will present a program on recent trips to disputed or cut-off territories of the former Soviet Union. Three of these are TCC countries. More information will be upcoming.
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Colorado TCC Chapter to Celebrate 30th Anniversary in July
Happy Summer! And Happy 30th Birthday to the Colorado TCC Chapter! The July meeting of the Colorado Chapter of the Travelers’ Century Club will be held on Thursday, July 18, at the Imperial Chinese Restaurant (431 S. Broadway in Denver, telephone 303-698-2800). A note about the restaurant: The personnel at the Imperial have always been…
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Details Announced for July 2019 Meeting in Indianapolis
Dear Indiana TCC Members and Other Travelers, As I advised in my earlier “save the date” message, the next meeting of the Indiana TCC Chapter is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Seasons 52 restaurant. It is located at 8650 Keystone Crossing, which is close to I-465 on the…
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Fall 2019 UK Chapter Meeting at the Royal Automobile Club in London
Dear Travelers’ Century Club Member, The Travelers’ Century Club UK Chapter will be holding our next meeting on Sunday, Nov. 17, in The Committee Room of the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London. This venue has proven to be a favourite meeting location ever since the TCC UK’s first meeting, which was held at the…
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San Diego TCC Chapter to Meet on July 20 in San Diego
The San Diego TCC Chapter will meet on Saturday, July 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the La Jolla home of Gloria and Charlie McCoy. The event will feature a presentation about “Travel Adventures in Myanmar, Afghanistan and Mexico” by Matthew Allison, Traveler Extraordinaire. A Mexican fiesta menu is planned, with a cost…
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Details Announced for Pacific Northwest Chapter Meeting in July
The Seattle Pacific Northwest TCC Chapter will hold its summer 2019 event in Seattle on Tuesday, July 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. The venue is Westward, at 2501 N Northlake Way in Seattle (telephone 206-552-8215, Web site www.westwardseattle.com). We will be seated outside, weather permitting. Separate checks will be issued, so pay for what…