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.…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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. Brookeld, 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…
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.…
Member Charles Merkel has announced plans for a luncheon gathering in St. Louis, Missouri, on Sunday, Nov. 10. The event will begin at 12:30 p.m. at The Restaurant at The Cheshire (7036 Clayton Ave., telephone 314-932-7818). A happy hour will follow from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Market next door. Details about the program…
The Travelers’ Century Club has been the focus of two recent news articles in the United States, including interviews with TCC Members in Missouri and Indiana. An article published in the St. Louis area in September profiles Missouri TCC members Gig Gwin of Des Peres, Missouri, and Gary Mockli of Chesterfield, Missouri. Writing for West…
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