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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May 2024 Southwest Florida Chapter Update
The Southwest Florida (Sarasota) TCC Chapter has a new meeting date on Monday July 15, at noon. Contact amandatd@yahoo.com for details and RSVP. On May 6 we had a fun meeting catching up as a group. We also went over ways to stay connect with other TCC members and resources available to members. There were…
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Highlights of a 128-Day World Cruise Shared During April 2024 NE Florida Gathering in Jacksonville
The Northeast Florida/Southeast Georgia TCC Chapter met on April 22 in a private meeting room at Seasons 52 restaurant in Jacksonville. Patrick and Shari Sanders gave a riveting presentation about their recent world cruise. They shared the many highlights of the 128-day adventure, as well as a few disappointments. They gave tips on packing, shore…
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Spring 2024 Gathering of the Pacific Northwest TCC Chapter in Seattle
On April 14 the Pacific Northwest TCC Chapter met on a beautiful spring day in Seattle, welcoming furthest traveled member David Berhenke from Vancouver WA, and a FaceTime call in from Parmjit Sohol from Vancouver, Canada. Two prospective new members were warmly welcomed.
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Report From the April 2024 Canada Chapter Meeting
The Canada Chapter had great attendance for our April 20 meeting in Toronto, with 15 members in attendance and 14 tuning in virtually on Zoom. We warmly welcomed Hanka Stratman as a new member. Vicki Russell gave us an interesting report on Sherri Donovan’s TCC members trip to Senegal. Thank you, Colin and Carol Stevenson,…
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April 2024 Arkansas Chapter Meeting Report
The spring 2024 meeting of the Arkansas TCC Chapter was held on Saturday, April 6, at the Sterling Market of the Sterling Paint Company. Nineteen folks were present, three of whom were absent from the photo above. A short presentation from show and tell items from Madagascar, Reunion Island , Mauritius and Seychelles and a…
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Report From the March 2024 Southwest Florida Chapter Meeting at Pelican Bay
The Soutwest Florida (Naples) TCC Chapter met on March 5 at our usual meeting place, Marker 36 in Pelican Bay. We congratulated Boris Kontsevoi on reaching Gold status! Our newest members, Buck Keiser and his wife Maureen, joined us for the first time. We were pleased to acknowledge Buck as a Silver Member. The sun…
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Indonesian Rijsttafel Banquet Planned for April 23 in Skokie, Illinois
On April 23, the Illinois TCC Chapter will take part in a Rijsttafel. This is a public event, so reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Consequently, if we want to be served together early in the evening, we must make reservations between 6:00 and 6:30 as soon as possible. If you are…
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Program Announced for May 11 NorCal Chapter Meeting at the Richmond Marina
WHEN: Saturday, May 11, 2024 11 a.m. – Social time Noon – Lunch WHERE: Lara’s Fine Dining – Richmond Marina 1900 Esplanade Drive Richmond, CA 94804 Patio Room Free parking SPEAKER: Harsh Sinha – “How to Travel to 100+ Countries While in College” Harsh Sinha joined the TCC in 2020 while he was a college…
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TCC Member Lucy Hsu Celebrated for Visting All U.N. Member States
Thirty Northern California Chapter members and guests attended the March 2 luncheon at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco. Keynote speaker Lucy Hsu, a teacher, explained that she dedicates her four months of annual school holiday to travel. Specifically, it has been her goal to travel to all 193 UN Member States, the…
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New York Chapter Planning a Full Weekend of Special Activities in May 2024
The New York TCC Chapter has planned an eventful weekend on May 11 & 12, including a Saturday luncheon and presentation at Draught 55 on East 55th St., a Broadway show on Saturday evening and a Sunday potluck brunch in a historic Harlem brownstone. Read on for all the details. Join New York Chapter members…
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An Invitation to the April 2024 Arkansas Chapter Meeting in Little Rock
The spring 2024 meeting of the Arkansas TCC Chapter will be held on April 6. Here are the meeting details: Date: Saturday, April 6, 2024 Place: The Paint Factory at Sterling Market, 515 Shall Avenue, Little Rock. We will meet in the glass climate controlled ‘ The Alley Box’. 515 Shall Avenue is directly perpendicular…
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April 2024 Luncheon in Jacksonville to Feature a Presentation About Cruising Around the World
The Northeast Florida/Southeast Georgia TCC Chapter will meet on Monday, April 22, at 11:30 a.m. at the Seasons 52 restaurant in Jacksonville. At this venue we will enjoy having a private dining/meeting room with dedicated audio/visual equipment. The restaurant features a rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting. It…
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Southwest Florida Chapter Luncheon Explores World Expo Experiences, Prepares Members for Osaka 2025
The Southwest Florida TCC Chapter gathered for lunch in March 2024, focusing on insights into the World Expo. Larry and Rosanne Francis shared their wealth of knowledge and tips gleaned from their past Expo experiences, particularly highlighting the 2020 (really 2021) Dubai Expo. Many members expressed their intent to attend the next World Expo in…
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Join the Oceania/Australia Chapter for a Discussion About Travel and Artificial Intelligence
The Oceania/Australia TCC Chapter will meet on Tuesday, March 19, at 6 p.m. AEDT. This will be a hybrid meeting, with in-person participants gathering at the Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre in Sydney (110 Cumberland St, The Rocks) and a Zoom option for those who opt to join us online. Topic: “Let’s Discuss Travel and…
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View the Total Solar Eclipse in Indianapolis With Fellow TCC Members on Monday, April 8
On April 8, 2024, at 3:06 pm, a total solar eclipse will be completely visible throughout the continental United States. The sun, moon, and earth will align and put the sky into epic and unforgettable temporary darkness. Indianapolis is in the path of totality and is a perfect spot to view and celebrate the eclipse.…
