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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Going the Distance: More TCC Marathon Runners
In the September issue of the Centurian, we wondered if there was a parallel between the well traveled and marathon runners, noting that it takes a lot of energy and fitness to visit some of the world’s outposts as well as to run in marathons. We profiled the marathon accomplishments of TCC Treasurer Gloria McCoy.…
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Member Don Parrish is Now the Most Traveled Person
On Nov. 2, 2013, Donald M. Parrish, Jr., from Downer’s Grove, IL, became the world’s “most traveled” person, according to the website www.mosttraveledpeople.com, having visited 830 of that website’s “countries, territories, autonomous regions, enclaves, geographically-separated island groups, and major states and provinces.” The website’s total is 873, so he has 43 remaining places to visit.…
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The Global Adventures of TCC Member Don Parrish
Don Parrish is undoubtedly one of the most interesting TCC members. His enthusiasm, intellect, and curiosity are amazing and he certainly connects with the people he encounters throughout the world. Last summer he wrote his Mid Year Review covering the previous 18 months, which covered 14 overseas trips. He has now visited 317 of the…
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How Are TCC Countries and Territories Determined?
If you have wondered, then attend the December luncheon meeting at Lawry’s in Beverly Hills on Dec. 14, when TCC Secretary Sanford Smith will explain the process that qualifies them to be included on the TCC’s Approved List of Countries & Territories. For instance, you’ll learn why Cabinda is on the TCC list, but not…
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New Info File Added to the Members-Only TCC Forum
As of last 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. If you are not already registered in this social network website for TCC members only, e-mail your request to forum@travelerscenturyclub.org. Include your name, address and the e-mail…
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Well Traveled: December 2013
Our congratulations to those Club members who have reached higher levels of countries visited. Well traveled. Platinum Members (250 or more countries) John Vondrell, M.D. Brook eld, WI Ms. Lourdes Odette Ricasa Los Angeles, CA Gold Members (200 or more countries) Sir Clive Banfield St. Thomas, USVI Ms. Jane Berryman Philadelphia, PA Mr. Alistair D. McMurran…
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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: Belza, Jan Curylo, Mr. Alex Dockery, Mr. Erving Fevig, Mr. Charles I. Haarman, Ms. Beverly Kaiser, Mr. Joseph L. Kerns, Mr. John Kietzman, Mr. Jeff Kirste, Ms. Katja Knoblauch, Mr. Loring W. Mathiesen, Mr. Georg Morris, Ms. Karen Schwartz, Ms.…
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Your 2013 Travelers’ Century Club Board of Directors
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An Enjoyable October Gathering for West Florida TCC Members
The West Florida (Sarasota) TCC chapter had an enjoyable luncheon on Oct. 23, 2013. We welcomed two new members to our meeting: Susan Bailey and Gary Conroy. We also had members who attended our previous get-togethers: Ken Chamberlain (who has attended every function since we started), Tom Gregory from the Orlando area and Mike Kasum. This…
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Report From the November TCC Meeting in St. Louis, Missouri
Use the “Prev” and “Next” links to click forward or backward through the images in this gallery.[portfolio_slideshow]On Nov. 10, Saint Louis TCC members and guests gathered for a 12:30 brunch at the newly renovated Cheshire Inn. A reception followed at The Market next door, with birthday cake and coffee to celebrate the 88th birthday of…
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Presentation on Borneo Planned for November Colorado Chapter Meeting
The Denver Chapter of the Travelers’ Century Club will meet on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 6 p.m. at Blue Bonnet Restaurant (457 South Broadway, telephone 303-778-0147). We will have the back private room for this meeting and Barbara Jackson will give a presentation on Borneo. (FYI: Piccolo’s Restaurant is now charging $100 to reserve their…
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Photos From the October 2013 New York Area Meeting
Use the “Prev” and “Next” links to click forward or backward through the images in this gallery.[portfolio_slideshow] At the New York Chapter’s October meeting, Chris Hudson, former club president and current board member, recounted his five-week trip from Santiago, Chile, across the Pacific – a quarter of the way around the planet – to Fiji…
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January 11 Meeting Planned for TCC Members in the Greater Washington D.C. Area
Area Coordinator Jeffrey Houle reports that the Washington, D.C. TCC Chapter held a meeting on Saturday, October 26, at J. Gilbert’s restaurant in McLean, Virginia. The recent government shutdown and disproportionate impact it had in the greater Washington, D.C. area was a lively topic of conversation. The mood was greatly lightened by discussions of travel…
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An Invitation to the December 2013 SoCal Luncheon in Beverly Hills
TCC Secretary Sanford Smith will be the featured speaker at the December 2013 Southern California luncheon in Beverly Hills, with a program explaining the process of how countries are on the TCC list of countries and territories and why they qualify. Below are details about the event: Date: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 Place: Lawry’s The Prime…
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Report From the October 2013 Western Canada Meeting in Calgary
The follow up to the Western Canada chapter’s inaugural meeting may not have had the strong showing they hoped for, but there was still a lot of laughter and the group enjoyed a lovely Saturday brunch at Smuggler’s Inn Restaurant in Calgary. It was a good opportunity to follow up on goals set from the…
