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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Report From the April 2017 Eastern Canada Chapter Gathering
Hello World Travelers, I am happy to report that our distinguished featured speaker, Colin Stevenson, treated us to a magnificent presentation as he took us around the world exploring his theme: “Our Changing World: When is Change a Positive Force? When is it Not?” With photos from his travels, Colin examined exciting new feats of…
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June Meeting Planned for Miami Area TCC Members
Marlene Cross hosted meeting at her eclectic home, filled with art collected from her travels. A DVD was shown from her trip to Sudan, as well as whale watching in Baja California. The next Southeast Florida Chapter meeting will be on Sunday, June 11, at the Miami home of Tom and Kim Davison. Program TBA.…
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Details Announced for April 22 Eastern Canada Chapter Meeting
Hello World Travelers, I am excited to share details regarding our first TCC Eastern Canada meeting of 2017! I hope your travels have been rewarding, interesting & fun. Jane & I just got back from Myanmar – wow, what an exotic country worth visiting. If you wish, have a peek at a YouTube video link…
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An Invitation to the Texas/Oklahoma Chapter Meeting on April 8 Featuring a Presentation on Travel Health
Our next Texas/Oklahoma Chapter meeting is to be held on Saturday, April 8, and will feature a presentation on “Travel Medical Issues – Preparation and Travel Awareness” by Cynthia Hall, Global Clinical Advisor, ExxonMobil Global Medicine and Occupational Health. This comprehensive presentation should be of high interest to us avid travelers who often venture off…
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Western Canada Chapter Plans April Fool’s Day Gathering in Victoria, B.C.
On Saturday, April 1, we plan to host our first ever Victoria area social. A luncheon is planned at the Empress Hotel, and based on feedback, we will gather later at the historic Q bar. Here are the details: Saturday, April 1 – 12:30pm – luncheon Saturday, April 1 – 5:30 p.m. – social at…
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Report From the March 2017 Arizona Chapter Meeting
We had a fantastic meeting March 5 at Chapter Coordinator Matt Cohen‘s house. A lively social hour was followed by a program, and then more socializing. Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to our members who have presented programs in the past; the certificates were only recently made available, and members enjoyed reminiscing about past talks…
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Presentation About Chernobyl Planned for March 2017 Colorado Chapter Dinner
The March meeting of the Colorado TCC Chapter will be held Thursday, March 16, at 6 p.m. at the Imperial Chinese Restaurant (431 S. Broadway, Denver, CO, 303-698-2800). Thanks to David Van Treuren for his January presentation on his trip to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. This month we will hear from Monty Cleworth about…
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Northern California Chapter Enjoys Presentation About Myanmar and Cambodia
Forty-eight members and guests met at Spenger’s Fewah Fish Grotto in Berkeley. Illustrated by his wonderful photography, including temple views taken from hot-air balloons, Bill Hubbs spoke on his travels to Myanmar and Cambodia.
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Focus on Travel to the 10 Most Difficult TCC Destinations at Fall 2016 UK Chapter Meeting
The TCC UK held its late autumn meeting on Sunday, Nov. 6, at Little Persia, Bayswater, London. Our group included UK-based members and guests as well David Langan, John and June Barnett from Ireland, and Jiri Prasil and Irena Prasilova from the Czech Republic. We also welcomed first-time attendees and guests Sue Battersby, Per Besson,…
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New Yorkers Enjoy Japanese Journey and a Tri-State Happy Hour
With 28 members in attendance, Kouzan Japanese Restaurant made a fitting backdrop in December for Thomas Anderson to share an account of his recent trip to Japan, where he visited several temple pilgrimage sites, attended a sumo wrestling match, and studied the somber past of Hiroshima. New York TCC members also gathered at Hurley’s Saloon…
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New TCC Chapter on Spain’s Mediterranean Coast Holds First Official Meeting
At the first official meeting of the Mediterranean Spain chapter, members presented ideas on new projects, such as reaching out to the other European chapters and planning future meetings, while enjoying Spanish wine and cuisine prepared by Chef Javier.
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Chapter Focus: New England (Boston)
One of the advantages of TCC membership is the opportunity to attend chapter meetings throughout the US, Canada, the UK, and Germany and share stories with like-minded fellow travelers. You can expect a warm welcome at any of our meetings. If traveling, be sure to check out chapter dates on our website. Meet the New…
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TCC Member Spotlight: Angus Palmer, United Kingdom
I first came across TCC in a book by the traveler Ben Fogle [an English TV presenter and writer]. When I checked the TCC list of countries I was surprised to find that I had been to 97. My wife and I visited three more countries, joined the club and we were thrilled a while…
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Riding the Russian Rails
By Jorge Sanchez From Barcelona, Spain, Jorge Sanchez has devoted his life to traveling the most remote areas of the world, as recounted in his 20+ books. One of the greatest train systems in the world lies largely unknown by today’s travelers. Why? Outside of its main cities, Russia is still a country of mystery,…
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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…