November 2002
| Chairman's Message
We hope to see many of you at the upcoming festive Christmas Luncheon planned for December 14 in Los Angeles’ Century City at Park Hyatt Hotel. Early birds may wish to do some shopping in the many area stores. Those of you, who haven’t been at recent meetings will find this to be an excellent way to renew your friendships with other club members. Those of you who have access to the web can view the Centurian online. Midwestern USA members should get a copy of the Chicago Tribune Magazine supplement published October 13th 2002 with a 16-page coverage of our club. Very well done! Congratulations to member Randy Curwen, the editor of the article. A Pacific Island nation fears vanishing beneath the waves. It’s Tuvalu. The highest point of the island is 16 feet above sea level. If you have not been there, better go in the next few years. Twice weekly air service from Fiji. Our September luncheon featured a slide presentation on North Korea at the Riviera at the Fireside Restaurant in Orange County. Great food and ambience! Invoices for 2003 dues were recently mailed. There is an increase of $5 for dues.
Tour Proposals From time to time we receive requests for information concerning approved tours. Here are the basic info: 1. Travel provider must have been in business for at least 5 years under the same ownership and financial control with its head office in the USA, and must have been a TCC member for 5 years. 2. Carry at least $3 million in professional liability, errors and omission insurance. Proof required. 3. Agency must have an 800 number and cooperate with other travel agencies. 4. Travel provider must be a participant in a U.S. national accepted consumer protection plan. 5. Tour must be unique and not the standard type of tour operation |
President's Message
Let me take this opportunity to whish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Greetings like these are usually given much later, and perhaps it is a bit early. However, today I visited the $300 club (Costco) and found Christmas and Holiday greeting cards and all the decorations for sale. Maybe I’m not so early after all. Is the economy so bad that it takes three months to sell the Holidays? We traveled again. Went to Washington State for a 72nd birthday, a 50th wedding anniversary, and visits to relatives and friends. We had a wait of 2½ hours at LAX. One-half hour to check in and go through security and 2 hours to wait for the plane to take off. The swiftness of check in and security surprised us. Flying is not as bad as we have heard. All personal were very cooperative and pleasant; we can’t wait to go somewhere again soon. Well Traveled - November 2002 Our congratulations to those Club members who have reached higher levels of countries visited. Special
Award Mr.
Donald Burke Award Mr.
Timothy P. Carlson Dr.
Rudolf Oittner Mr.
Jeff Shea Gold
Membership Ms.
Darlyne Conn Mr.
Christopher J. Hudson Mr.
Robert Ihsen Mr.
Frank Puskas Silver
Membership Mrs.
Anna M. Burton Mr.
Peter K. Dallo Mrs.
Pamela J. Intille Mrs.
Eveline B. Kyle Ms.
Cora P. Lamond Ms.
Carola Wellman |
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Trip To The Tokelaus, by Pat & Don Burke Note: The opinions expressed are those of the writers and not the Travelers’ Century Club. A hearty thanks to all of you club members for sending in Info Files for our Centurian. They are enjoyed by all, so please send in your items of interest. Don't forget that these must be typewritten, single spaced and not to exceed two pages due to cost of postage. Those of you who have sent in your Info Files that have not yet been published, please be patient as they will be used in the future. Note: We do not edit or correct misspellings, since we cannot match your type. You can also send your info files to our e-mail address: tccclub3@gte.net |
New Engraved Name Tags We have new permanent name tags with the TCC Logo and your name engraved. Cost $7.50 including shipping. If you wish to order, send us your check and you will receive your tag in 14 to 21 days. New Pins! We finally received our order for Silver 150+ Countries and Gold 200+ Countries in tie-tack backing and pin back. Cost $8.00. Club Lapel Pin We are now offering (at regular $10.00 price) a new "his and hers" lapel pin with a tie-tack backing making it easier to attach. We know that you will wish to order this item to show your friends and to wear as a symbol of the world's most prestigious travel club. Available to all members and provisionals.
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What a fast moving 2002! We have experienced enough unrest at home
and abroad to last a lifetime. Yet, we must look forward to 2003
with a positive note as even more global travel opportunities arise.
Certainly, your TCC officers, board members and coordinators want
you to enjoy a very happy holiday season and send our special greeting
at this time.
Our
successful September meeting was our first visit to Riviera at the
Fireside, an old time favorite restaurant in a new location. Congratulations
to Don and Pat Burke for reaching 300+ countries. 
