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Heritage Ranch Road Runners Travel Club

Minutes

General Meeting- March 3, 2011

President Carolyn Dill opened the meeting at 4:30 by introducing the 2011 Officers and Board Members.

Craig Brunette-Vice President, Jim and Nancy Sheridan-Treasurers, Tina Maher-Secretary

Board Members: Sylvia McMillen, Jack Lawler, Susan Monroe, Larry Blend, Bob Maher, Barbara Selvidge

Announcements/New Business

Dues: To date the travel club has 70 paid members. Annual dues are $5.00/person. Carolyn encouraged members to pay annual dues if they haven’t done so.

Release forms: Carolyn spoke about release forms. She stressed the importance of signing the forms and handing them in for all trips sponsored by the club.

Treasurer’s Report: Jim Sheridan gave us the treasurer’s report. Currently the travel club has $2,041.00 in its account.

Travel Hot Line: Carolyn informed the club about the new Travel Hot Line. This is a way of passing along information from vendors to club members via email. This will make members aware of various travel opportunities that arise.

Parking: Lynn Goldstein spoke about discount parking cards for club members. Each paid member receives a card which entitles them to a parking discount and can be used like an awards card.

April Meeting: Due to conflicts with the room, our next meeting will be on March 31^st at 4:30. Our program is All About Africa presented by Cindy Porter.

Travel Club Notebook: Carolyn has updated the Travel Club notebook which is in the Arts and Crafts Room.

Carolyn mentioned that the Essence of the Elbe cruise (July 16^th-28^th), which is a new trip, now has only three cabins left.

Program

Rob Nelson of Nelson Travel spoke about the January 2011 cruise cancellation and upcoming tours

May 1- Voyage of the Seas cruise from Galveston to Barcelona. Currently 48 people have signed up. There will be a bus to Galveston which will be handled by Dan Jones. The price is $60/person and there will be a 6:00 pick up at the clubhouse on May 1^st.
Heritage of America Tour - May 27^th-June 5^th – Price is $2599 with air.
Eastern Canada Tour - September 25^th–October 3^rd- Price is $2685 with air.

Larry Blend spoke about the two week safari to Tanzania. (August 5^th -21^st). This tour is lodge and tent accommodations only and nine people have signed up. This is now sold out.

Lynn Goldstein of Paradise Adventure Group talked about two tours.

Grand Princess cruise from November 26^th –December 3^rd round trip to/from Fort Lauderdale at a cost of $686.93-1036.93/person depending on cabin selection.
Canada/New England cruise from October 15^th -22^nd at a cost of $786-1186/person depending on cabin selection.

Jim Sheridan presented a slide presentation of the September 2010 China Tour. The slides were wonderful giving us a good insight into how interesting this trip was. He showed us: the beautiful scenery, various Chinese customs and crafts, landmarks, architecture, food, and touched upon the daily lives of the people. It gave a good preview of what to expect on the revisit tour in September 2011.

China Plus Tours representatives Ping and Chris spoke about the China Revisit Tour. This tour is scheduled for September 5^th -22^nd, 2011. Ping mentioned specific details about hotel accommodations, cuisine, and tours. He then opened the floor for any questions.

President Carolyn Dill adjourned the meeting at 5:45.

Respectfully submitted

Tina Maher, Secretary

Heritage Ranch Roadrunner Travel Club Meeting

December 2, 2010

4:30 PM

HERITAGE RANCH ROADRUNNERS TRAVEL CLUB

DECEMBER 2, 2010

4:30 PM

MEMBERS ENJOYED THE COCKTAIL PARTY WITH APPITIZERS FURNISHED BY THE TRAVEL CLUB.

MEETING WAS OPENED WITH PRESIDENT GAYLE BARNS INTRODUCING THE OFFICERS : CAROLYN DILL, VP- SANDY GORMAN , SECRETARY, - JACKIE SNAILUM, TREASURER. PRESIDENT GAYLE BARNS INTRODUCED THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE: MARY LOU AUSTIN, MARY GAYNOR, JACK LAWLER, JIM SHERIDAN, BARBARA SELVIDGE, DAN JONES.

JACKIE SNAILUM TOOK DECEMBER 2 , 2010 MINUTES FOR SANDY GORMAN WHO COULD NOT MAKE MEETING. NOVEMBER 4 , 2010 MINUTES WERE APPROVED AS POSTED ON WEBSITE.

JACKIE SNAILUM REPORTED 241 MEMBERS, $2465.77 BANK BALANCE.

PRESIDENT GAYLE BARNS INTRODUCED THE REPRESENATIVES FROM CALDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL THEY SPOKE ABOUT THE CHILDREN THE" TOYS FOR KIDS" WERE COLLECTED FOR. WE WERE VERY PROUD OF THE AMOUNT OF TOYS THAT WERE COLLECTED AND DONATED TO THE SCHOOL.

DOCUMENTS FOR THE JANUARY 2011 CRUISE WILL BE PASSED OUT DECEMBER 29, 2010 BETWEEN 3:00PM AND 5:00PM.

OFFICERS WERE VOTED ON AND THE ELECTED OFFICERS ARE:

CAROLYN DILL – PRESIDENT

CRAIG BRUNETT – VICE PRESIDENT

TINA MAYER – SECRETARY

JIM SHERIDAN – TREASURER

ADVISORY MEMBERS ARE;

SYLVIA MCMILLIAN

JACK LAWLER

LARRY BLEND

SUSAN MONROE

BARBARA SELVIDGE

NO MEEETING IN JANUARY. NEXT MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2011.

MEETING WAS ADJOURNED

RESPECTIVELY SUBMITTED,

JACKIE SNAILUM

Heritage Ranch Roadrunner Travel Club Meeting

November 4, 2010

4:30 PM

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers:

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan,

Barbara Selvidge, Dan Jones

The September 2, 2010 minutes were approved as posted on website.

Jackie Snailum reported 241 members, $2380.77 bank balance.

Nelson travel had trip to New York October 18-22, 2010 with 6 HR travel members who thought the trip was great but too short.

National Parks trip September 18-29, 2010 had 5 HR travel members who thought the trip was incredible.

2011 HR Annual Cruise, January 16-23, 2011 has 30 people signed up.

Voyager of the Seas Cruise to Barcelona, May 1, 2011 has 29 HR travel members confirmed plus another 20 independent HR travelers.

China Plus Tours had 12 HR travel members who will report on their trip in February.

China Plus Tours has another trip September 5, 2011 -15 or 18 days.

Carolyn Dill spoke on Grand Circles trip Essence of the Elbe, July 16-28, 2011.

There are 14 paid to go on this great trip.

New slate of officers will be presented at our December 2^nd meeting.

The December 2^nd meeting is our "Toys for Kids". We will have a cash bar

and appetizers furnished by the travel club.

We are now working with a local church in McKinney for our toy drive.

We were unable to work with the local Marines for our toy drive and sought other venues. Last year the McKinney Church was able to work with

Caldwell Elementary School and donated toys to 250 of the 500

needy children in that school.

A box is in the Arts and Craft Room. You may also bring toys to our

Annual Christmas Cocktail Party on Thursday, December 2, 2010. A Caldwell

Elementary School representative will be at our meeting to accept and load the toys to be distributed.

Charlie Hinkle presented his beautiful slides on the Rhine-Mosel trip. There were 12 HR travel members that went on this very interesting river cruise.

Chris Keith from Collette Tours gave a presentation on trips that are being offered in 2011. Beautiful slides were shown of the trips. Here are some offered: Heritage of America-10 days, 13 meals, May 27^th, ,$2599 includes air & transfers, South Pacific Wonders-August 15^th , 15 days, $5199 includes air & transfers, Figi is free with this trip, Best of Eastern Canada-9 days, 12 meals, Sept. 25^th,$2689 includes air and transfers, Discover Switzerland-10 days, 13 meals, Oct, 12^th, $2999 includes air and transfers. Collette Tours offers full refund with their Insurance if cancelling last minute except for the cost of the Insurance.

All trips are in the travel sign up books in the Arts and Craft room.

Next meeting December 2, 2010 at 4:30 PM. Cocktail party, and " Toys for Kids".

Meeting adjourned at 5:45 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Minutes

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

September 2, 2010

4:30 PM

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers :

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan,

Barbara Selvidge, Dan Jones.

The August 3, 2010 minutes were approved as posted on website.

Jackie Snailum reported $2330.77 bank balance. Membership 232 members.

Rob Nelson of Nelson Travel gave report on the up coming trips.

The Mexican Riviera trip January 17^th will close space Sept. 13. Final payment

will be in November. Twenty eight are signed up.

May cruise Galveston to Barcelona has 29 signed up. Great price.

National Parks in September has 5 signed up.

New York City in October has 6 people signed up.

Christmas Markets trip in December will close sign up soon.

China Plus Tours has 12 people going September 6-20, or 23, 2010. They will

have the same trip going September 5, 2011-15 or 18 days. China Plus will come

give a talk on the September trip.

Grand Circle has some great trips planned.

The April Sicily trip is full . If there is an interest to go to Sicily we will try

again to get one up. The Essence of the Elbe planned for July 16-28, 2011 has 14

paid. If you are referred to Grand Circle you get a $50 discount. Regular travelers

that have been on trips with Grand Circle gets $100 discount.

Octoberfest has been cancelled. There will be no meeting in October.

December 2, 2010 will be Toys for Tots with cocktail party.

President Gayle Barns introduced Nancy and Jim Sheridan our resident speaker and slide presentation on their trip to Ireland in March 2010. The trip was a land trip with Collette tours. The presentation and slides were very interesting.

Our next meeting will be November 4, 2010 at 4:30 PM. The program will be

The presentation from the group who went on the Rhine Mosel cruise in June.

Chris Keith from Collette will also be here with some ideas for 2011.

Meeting adjourned at 5:30 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

June 3, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers:

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan

Barbara Selvidge, Dan Jones.

The June 3, 2010 minutes were approved as posted on the website.

Jackie Snailum reported $2375.20 bank balance. Membership of 217 members.

President Gayle Barns recognized Dave Allen for doing such a great job for the

Travel Club website.

Carolyn Dill reported that the Grand Circle Rhine Mosel trip went well. There were

12 travelers on the trip. Weather was great as there was no rain. Grand Circle is

a wonderful tour group for seniors. Perks are shared with all travelers.

Sicily , Italy trip is planned for April 22, 2011 returning May 5, 2011.

Planned trips to sign up in Arts & Craft room:

National Parks trip, September 18-29, 2010

Ryder Cup to Wales- September 25-October 4, 2010

New York City trip, October 18-22, 2010

China Plus trip, September 6-20, 2010. China Plus is offering the same trip

September 5, 2011 for 15 or 18 days-same pricing as 2010. Extra 3 days

are in Hong Kong .

Christmas Markets, December 6-14, 2010

7^th annual cruise to Mexican Riviera, January16, 2011-7days.

Royal Caribbean to Barcelona , May 1, 2011-15 days.

Paradise Adventure is offering a Christmas cruise with Norwegian cruise line

December 18-25 , 2010 from Miami .

Working on possibly a trip to Nova Scotia and Quebec City , October, 2011.

Jack Lawler spoke on his experience in trying to get a trip to Branson going in

September. It was canceled due to lack of interest.

President Gayle Barns introduced our guest speaker , Kari Roach, Travelex

Insurance. These are two of the plans offered:

Travel Select Plan-Primary Coverage- Receive reimbursement for your eligible losses

from Travelex first, with no deductibles and before any other collectible

insurance.

21 Day Pre-Existing Waiver- Purchase the plan within 21 days of initial

trip deposit and pre-existing medical conditions are eligible for coverage.

Post Departure Protection- Select the $0 trip cost level if you don’t

need cancellation coverage. Receive all other base plan benefits,

including $1,000 in trip interruption coverage.

Satisfaction Guarantee- If you are not completely satisfied within 10

Days of purchasing this plan, Travelex will refund your premium

Cost, if you have not departed on your trip or filed a claim.

Travel Basic Plan- Has same Primary Coverage as Travel Select plan, Post Departure Protection

is the same except for $500.00 in trip interruption coverage.

Satisfaction Guarantee is the same as Travel Select.

It pays to take out insurance before you go on your trips.

Next meeting is September 2, 2010 at 4:30 pm.

Meeting adjourned at 5:35 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

June 3, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced Officers:

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan, Barbara Selvidge, Dan Jones.

The April 29, 2010 minutes were approved as posted on the website.

President Gayle Barns reported treasurers report of $2225.20 bank balance.

Membership of 211 members.

President Gayle Barns reminded all travelers to fill out release forms just one time if going on trip with travel club.

Carolyn Dill spoke on the Grand Circle Rhine Mosel trip that was leaving June 12 with 6 couples . Trip planned to Sicily , Italy April or May, 2011 with Grand Circle .

Good report from the people that went on the Costa Rica trip with Collette tour in April.

National Parks trip in September 18-29, 2010 has 5 people signed up.

Ryder Cup to Wales in September 18-29, 2010 has 6 people signed up.

New York City trip in October 18-22, 2010 has 6 people signed up.

China Plus trip in September 25-October 4, 2010 has 11 people signed up. Same trip is being offered September 5, 2011 for 15 or 18 days – same pricing as 2010.

There are plans for a bus trip to Branson late summer or early fall.

May 1, 2011 Royal Caribbean Voyager of the Seas Trans-Atlantic departing Galveston

14 days – Galveston to Barcelona . Mostly at sea, with few stops in Spain and the Azores .

All trips have sign up sheets in the Arts & Craft room. Please be sure to sign up for one of our great trips.

Rob Nelson spoke on the annual cruise in January 2011 with Carnival before he introduced our guest speaker Karen Needham who is the Rep with Carnival cruises. Karen gave us some interesting facts on the cruise line.

A DVD was shown of the January 2010 annual cruise that was on the Royal Caribbean out of Galveston .

There will be no meeting in July. Next meeting August 5, 2010 at 4:30 PM

Meeting Adjourned 5:30 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

April 29, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers:

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan,

Barbara Selvidge, Dan Jones.

We are meeting today because of a conflict next week with the concert series.

The April 1, 2010 minutes were approved as posted on the website.

Jackie Snailum gave treasurer’s report of bank balance $2225.20. Jackie reported we have 195 members.

Rob Nelson’s group left April 28, 2010 for a 9 day Tropical Costa Rica tour with Collette tours.

Rob Nelson has planned the National Parks trip, September 19-30, 2010 with Collette tours.

New York City trip is planned for October 18-22, 2010. Rob has our 7^th annual cruise leaving January 15, 2010 out of California to the Mexican Riviera .

Carolyn Dill has planned with Grand Circle the Rhine Mosel trip, June 12, 2010.

Carolyn is looking into a trip with Grand Circle to Sicily, Italy sometime in the spring of 2011.

Ryder Cup to Wales is September 25-October 4, 2010.

China Plus trip has changed date to September 6-20 or September 6-23, 2010. If these dates fit more into your plans, there is still plenty of time to sign up for the 2010 trip.

Ping with China Plus showed a travel log film on the different areas of China that the trip will offer. So many people are interested in the trip to China but could not go on the trip being offered for September, 2010 another trip is being planned for September 5, 2011 with the same incentives.

Gayle Barnes introduced Charlie Henkle our resident guest speaker for the evening doing a travelogue with beautiful music on the trip that several couples took in November with Grand Circle Paris to Normandy river cruise. Charlie gave us some history on the places they stopped at.

All trips can be signed up in our travel notebooks in the Arts & Craft room.

Our next meeting is June 3 , 2010 at 4:30 PM. Dan Jones will show slides on our January 2010 cruise . Rob Nelson with Travel Leaders will be speaking about our January 2011 cruise .

Meeting adjourned 5:35 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

April 1, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers:

Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Jackie Snailum, Treasurer

President Gayle Barns introduced the Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Jack Lawler, Jim Sheridan, Barbara

Selvidge, Dan Jones.

The March minutes were approved as posted on the website.

Jackie Snailum gave treasurer’s report of bank balance $2,185.20. Jackie reported we have 190 members plus six more that just signed up tonight.

Carolyn Dill discussed Grand Circle trips.

Rhine Mosel trip leaving June 12, 2010 has six couples going.

Sicily, Italy trip being offered November 10, 2010 for 14 days. Sign up sheet in Arts & Craft room.

Rob Nelson has our 7^th annual cruise leaving January 15, 2011 out of California to the Mexican Riviera . So far 18 are booked.

The Ireland trip in March was very much enjoyed by 7 of our residents. They got to stay in a castle.

Costa Rica trip leaving April 28, 2010 has 12 people going.

National Parks trip, September 18-29, 2010 has 2 people signed up right now.

New York City trip, October 18-20, 2010 has 4 signed up.

Ryder Cup to Wales, September 25-October 4, 2010 has 3 couples going.

China Plus trip September 1-15, 2010 has 12 people signed up and would like more.

Gayle Barns introduced Jim Dill our resident guest speaker for the evening doing a presentation on the Panama Canal and the Holland America cruise several of our HR friends took. Jim gave a very interesting history of the Panama Canal before he showed slides of the trip.

Our next meeting is April 29, 2010 at 4:30 PM. Charlie Henkle will do a travelogue on France River Cruise.

Please note the date change of our meeting due to a scheduling conflict.

Meeting adjourned 5:30 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

March 4, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced the Officers and the Advisory Committee.

February minutes were approved as posted on the website.

Jackie Snailum gave treasurer’s report of bank balance $2085.20. Jackie reported we have 188 paid up members.

Before any of our travel club members go on one of our trips a release form must be filled out just one time.

Carolyn Dill reported on the trips with Grand Circle .

Rhine Mosel River Cruise trip – June 12, 2010 – 14 couples- final payment March 14^th.

Sicily trip being planned sometime in November, 2010.

Rob Nelson of Travel Leaders of Mckinney

Another annual cruise planned for January 16-23, 2011 to the Mexican Rivera

on the Carnival Splendor . Ports of Call: Long Beach , California , Puerto

Vallarta, Mazatlan , Cabo San Lucas, Long Beach , California .

Ireland , March 9, 2010 – 7 signed up

Costa Rica, April 28, 2010 , 9 day Tropical Costa Rica, $2,399 including air,

22 people signed up.

National Parks trip , September 18-29, 2010 – with Collette Vacations

New York City trip, October 18-22, 2010 – with Collette Vacations

China Plus Tours

China trip September 1-15, 2010 5 couples signed up . Ping Lee will escort the

trip . $100 discount per person if 20 people sign up. The free air fare from DFW

to Lax has been extended to March 14^th. That is a savings of $300.

Ryder Cup to Wales – September 25- October 4, 2010 – 3 couples

All trips are in our notebooks in the arts and craft room for sign up.

Presentation

Chris Keith is so proud to be with Collette Vacations They are a debt free company. If you take out their insurance for your trip and you have to cancel you get your full refund .

Chris talks about his trips with Collette with so much enthusiasm you want to go on the trips.

We have two trips going with Collette: National Parks and New York City .

Chris showed two wonderful slide shows on both trips.

National Parks- September 18- 29, 2010-12 days-17 meals-$3,449 per person-deposit $250 before May 18^th. There are 30 reserved spaces. Highlights: Scottsdale-Lake Powell-Grand Canyon-Bryce-Zion-Salt lake City-Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks-Old Faithful-Bighorn Mountains-Sheridan Custer State Park- Mount Rushmore.

New York City-October 18-22, 2010-5 days-4 meals-staying at the Waldorf Astoria-two Broadway Shows-Greenwich Village-Wall Street-Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island- Metropolitan Museum of Art. Cost $2399 includes air and hotel. $250 deposit-deadline is June 18^th-insurance is $60.

Sign up books in arts and craft room.

Next meeting April 1, 2010 at 4:30 PM. Presentation by Jim Dill on Panama Canal .

Meeting adjourned 5:30 PM

Respectfully Submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

February 4, 2010

President Gayle Barns introduced the officers and committee members.

There was no meeting in January due to bad weather. December 3, 2009 minutes were approved as posted on website.

Toys for Tots was a huge success at our December meeting. We will continue to have it again in December 2011.

Jackie Snailum gave treasurer’s report of bank balance $2,623.89 . Jackie reported we have 159 paid up members for 2010.

Carolyn Dill explained our revised by laws for officers . Your officers, president, vice president, secretary and treasurer were elected under the old by-laws which called for a two year term for Board members. 2010, then is the second year for our officers to serve, and our President , Gayle Barns and secretary, Sandy Gorman all agreed to continue to serve out their term of office.

Dan Jones who was elected treasurer, asked to step down from those duties, and our bylaws state that if a vacancy occurs, the Board can fill that vacancy by appointment. So, in November, the Board appointed Jackie Snailum as Treasurer, to fill the vacancy for 2010. The board agreed with this appointment.

According to our revised bylaws, our next election must be held at our last meeting of the year 2010, and officers elected at that time will now serve a one year term, and may be elected to second year.

Carolyn Dill is setting up a nominating committee for next year election of officers. If you are interested please let her know. Let her know if you would like to be on The Travel Club Advisory Committee.

It was seconded and passed that Jackie Snailum be treasurer.

By way of announcement, it was mutually agreed by the officers and Ralph Iantosca of Go Girl Travel, that he will no longer be a preferred vendor of Heritage Ranch Travel Club.

Rob Nelson of Travel Leaders of McKinney presented our next January 2011 cruise out of Long Beach, California . Ports - Puerto Vallarta , Mazatlan , and Cabo San Lucas. Balcony Cabin-$659.03, Oceanview Cabin-$549.03, Inside Cabin-$449.03.

National Parks trip being offered 12 days-September 18-29, 2010

New York City trip-October 18-22, 2010

Ireland , March, 2010. 7 signed up

Costa Rica, April 28, 2010, 9 day Tropical Costa Rica-8 paid

Ireland , March, 2010. 7 signed up

Grand Circle –Romance on the Rhine , June 12, 2010, 14 day cruise

Sicily , Italy , 2010

Ryder Cup, October 4, 2010

Please check Travel Club notebook in Arts & Craft room for sign up sheets for trips.

Gayle introduced our guest speakers, China Plus Tours owner and president, Chris Lee. Chris made up a trip to China for Heritage Ranch Travel Club September 1-18, 2010. Check out Travel notebook for sign up sheet. He showed a beautiful slide show of the places in China he would take you on the tour.

Next meeting March 4, 2010.

Meeting adjourned 5:45 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Minutes

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

January 7, 2010

The travel Club meeting was cancelled due to bad weather

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Minutes

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

December 3, 2009

President Gayle Barns called the meeting to order at 5:15 pm. The officers and committee members were introduced.

Minutes for September, 2009 were approved as posted on website.

There were no meetings in October and November.

Dan Jones gave the treasurers report having a balance in bank of $5841.65. Dues for 2010 are due now. $5.00 per person must be paid before going on trip in 2010.

Jackie Snailum gave membership report of 522 members.

Before meeting started the Travel club gave a lovely cocktail party for the collection of Toys for Tots. Two Marines who are in the Reserves out of Grand Prairie were introduced before they collected the toys. We were told Marines started Toys for Tots in 1947. They have a warehouse in Grand Prairie where all the toys that are collected from all organizations are stored there.

Dan Jones gave report on January 2010 Western Caribbean Cruise. We have 91 signed up and still have room for more. Rob Nelson will have a pre cruise meeting January 6^th for everyone to pick up documents and give out information.

Carolyn Dill talked on some of the trips being offered by Grand Circle in 2010.

Sicily in April or May

Maritime to Prince Edward Island & Nova Scotia

Romance of the Rhine 16 days river cruise

Rob Nelson working on trip to New York City

Lynn Goldstein has several great trips to Alaska to choose from with great prices.

Costa Rica trip in April has 8 people going

Ireland trip has 7 people going

Ryder Cup has 3 couples going

All trips being offered will be in arts and craft room in notebooks.

Our new vendor Allen Limousine Service will give 10% discount for Heritage Ranch residents. They are listed on our website.

Gayle introduced our guest speaker Ralph Iantosca, Lifestyle Specialist, Luxury and Adventure Travel. He spoke on some great trips on the Crystal and Oceanic Cruise Lines.

The City of Fairview ’s Christmas parade December 12, 2010 is at Heritage Ranch . There are 47 entries. The Travel Club will be throwing candy. Lynn Goldstein has Holland America MooseMobile in the parade.

Next meeting is January 7, 2010 at 4:30 pm.

Meeting adjourned at 6:10 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Secretary

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

September 3, 2009

President Gayle Barns called the meeting to order at 4:35 pm.

The officers and committee members were introduced.

Minutes for August, 2009 were approved as posted on website.

Treasurer’s report $ 4,357.83

Membership report – 500 members

$5.00 dues are now due for 2010.

Lynn Goldstein talked about the new $5.00 a day coupons for airport parking from FAST TRAC PARKING .

Lynn spoke on the Holland America Cruise to Southern Caribbean and Panama Canal on the Zuiderdam November 3-13 2009. Eight people paid in full. Still room to sign up.

There are some fantastic trips to Alaska in 2010.

New-NCL EPIC Holiday Sailing -7days from Miami to the Caribbean 18-25 Dec. 2010. Total family friendly

Ryder Cup to Wales-Sept. 25 - Oct. 4, 2010 – 3 couples

Canadian Rockies by Rail-Collette-Oct 4, 2009 – 22 people

The Seine-Paris to Normandy , Nov. 4, 2009 – 14 people

Dan Jones spoke on the annual HR Caribbean Cruise-Jan.17- 24, 2010 leaving from Galveston . Bus will take 55 people from HR to Galveston round trip for $60.00 per person. There are 76 people signed up so far for the cruise. There is room for more. You will need your passport.

Everyone going on a trip thru HR Roadrunners Club must sign a waiver and turn it in to Dan Jones or Jackie Snailum or Gayle Barns. You must be a paid up dues $ 5.00 member for 2010.

Ralph Iantosca, Lifestyle Specialist, and our newest preferred vendor discussed the trip being offered to Galapagos Islands . He has a trip planned to see the Migration of the Monarch butterfly.

Presentation was presented by Sandy and Roger Kaiser on Friendship Force, a different way to travel. Friendship Force of Dallas is one of several hundred affiliated Friendship Force clubs located throughout the world. The purpose of the club is to promote international friendship and understanding through homestay visits. They host citizen ambassadors from clubs in other countries and visit clubs around the world. If interested get in touch with Sandy & Roger and they can give you more information.

Octoberfest will be October 15, 2009 with plenty of beer, food , band and dance floor.

No Travel Club meeting October or November.

December 3, 2009 meeting at 4:30 pm we will have “ Toys for Tots” bring unwrapped toys for infants and children on up to age 12. Cash bar and nibbles provided by Travel Club.

Holland America Cruise Line will be promoting the Moose Mobile December 12, 2009 at Heritage Ranch Club Christmas Parade.

Meeting adjourned at 5:30 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club Meeting

August 6, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 4:30 pm by President Gayle Barns. Gayle introduced the officers and committee members.

Minutes for June, 2009 were approved as posted on website.

Treasurer’s report - $3, 146.00 – Currently have approximately 507 members.

Trips

1. Ryder Cup to Wales – Sept. 25-Oct. 4, 2010-3 couples

2. Canadian Rockies by Rail- Oct. 4, 2009 – ten people going on trip.

3. Grand Circle -The Seine-Paris to Normandy , November 4, 2009- 12 people signed up

4. Rob Nelson – Caribbean Cruise – January 17, 2010- 53 people signed up

5. Costa Rica – April 28, 2010 – 9 day Tropical Costa Rica- $2, 399 including air

6. People interested in Australia , New Zealand trip can get in touch with Lynn Goldstein. There is a 21 day cruise and land trip February 9, 2010

7. Gayle and Clayton Barns are escorting trip to Southern Caribbean and Panama Canal November 3, 2009 for 10 days. It is a Holland America Cruise. Please contact Lynn Goldstein for more information.

New release forms on website. Must fill out one before you travel on any HR Roadrunner trips.

We are in the beginning planning stage for next year. Jim and Carolyn Dill are looking into two great trips for 2010. They are Sicily and Nova Scotia & the Canadian Maritimes . All you need is a group of ten to get these trips going with Grand Circle.

Lynn Goldstein has information on a family cruise in June 2010 to Alaska. Lynn has information on leasing condominiums in Perdido Key, Fl.

We will be getting coupons for Fast Trac Parking at DFW. Covered parking.

Nancy and Jim Sheridan gave a wonderful slide show with their presentation on their trip to Egypt.

Gayle introduced our guest Ralph Iantosca, Lifestyle Specialist, Luxury and Adventure Travel. He spoke on Gala’pagos, Ecuador. He showed slides of the wonderful wildlife on the different Islands. He will be happy to get a group together to go to Gala’pagos. He owns his own business, Go Girl Travel located in Dallas.

September 3, 2009 meeting at 4:30 pm., Sandy and Roger Kaiser will do a presentation on their experience with house exchanges. It will be very interesting.

Octoberfest will be October 15. Village Alpine Band will be back and we will have a dance floor.

Meeting adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club

Meeting June 4, 2009

　

Meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm by President Gayle Barns. Gale introduced the officers and committee members. Gayle announced that this is our last 7:00 pm meeting. Our next meeting will be August 6, 2009 at 4:30 pm. No meeting in July.

Minutes for May 7, 2009 were approved as posted on website.

Treasurer’s report - $3, 127.90 – Currently have approximately 507 members.

Trips

Ryder Cup to Wales – Sept. 25-Oct. 4, 2010-3 couples

Canadian Rockies by Rail- Oct. 4, 2009 – eight people signed up

Grand Circle-The Seine-Paris to Normandy, November 4, 2009- 14 people signed up

Rob Nelson – Caribbean Cruise – January 17, 2010- 29 people signed up

Costa Rica – April 28, 2010 – 9 day Tropical Costa Rica - $2, 399 including air

People interested in Austraila, New Zealand trip can get in touch with Lynn Goldstein. There is a 21 day cruise and land trip February 9, 2010

　

Deadline for signing up for January cruise is July.

New release forms on website. Must fill out one before you travel on any HR Roadrunner trips.

We are in the beginning planning stage for next year. If anyone interested in serving on our Travel Club Committee, please see one of our officers.

Jim and Carolyn Dill are presenting the program for tonight. Carolyn will give the highlights of their trip to Austraila and New Zealand. Jim will show their slides of the trip.

August 6, 2009 meeting at 4:30 pm – presentation on Egypt.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club

Meeting May 7, 2009

Minutes from May 7^th., 2009 Travel Club

The meeting was call to order by President Gayle Barnes. The officers and advisory board committee were introduced. The minutes from April 2, 2009 meeting were approved. The treasure, Dan Jones reported that the club has $3,127.90, with no outstanding debts. Membership chairman, Jackie Snailum reported that we have approximately 520 paid members.

Jim Dill reported that we have 6 couples signed up for the Grand Circle trip to The Seine, November 4, 2009.

Other trips discussed were:

Mediterranean Cruise, May 2009, 8 members going.

Canadian Rockies by Rail, October 4, 2009, 8 people going.

Rob Nelson w/Nelson Travel Co. gave a presentation on our January 17, 2010 cruise to the Caribbean. He and his wife gave a slide show on the RC ship and talked about different activities. He also noted there had been a price reduction. The rep. From NC, Nicole also attended to answer any question regarding the ship, Voyager of the Seas and had a drawing for a few prizes from RC.

The Costa Rica trip, April 28, 2010.

Ryder Cup to Wales, Sept. 25, 2010. Ron Samuels will give more information at a later date.

The revised bylaws were voted on and approved.

The next meeting will be June 4, 2009 and the program will be the Australian & New Zealand trip, presented by Carolyn and Jim Dill.

The meeting was adjourned by Gayle Barnes.

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club

Meeting April 2, 2009

Meeting called to order by President Gayle Barns at 7:00 p. m.

Introduced officers : Carolyn Dill, VP

Sandy Gorman, Secy.

Dan Jones, Treasurer

Advisory Committee: Mary Lou Austin , Mary Gaynor, Lynn Goldstein,

Susan Geminder, Jim Sheridan, Jackie Snailum

Correction was made to March 12, 2009 minutes. Radio station call letters should be KAAM. Minutes were accepted as corrected.

Treasurer’ report - $3, 127.90 in bank.

Membership report - 501 Members

Trips

a. Mediterrean Cruise – May 31-June 11, 2009 - 8 signed up, space still available, airfare down to $1050

b. Ron Samuals gave up date on Ryder Cup trip September 25-October 4, 2010 to Wales . Three couples sent in their money. Need eight couples to make it a go.

c. Rob Nelson from Nelson Travel spoke on our cruise trip that is planned in January 2010 out of Galveston . He will be giving us perks of chocolates and champagne in each cabin. Ship board credit of $50.00 and cocktail party if we have 50 or more going.

d. Collette Vacations planned our Rockies Rail trip for October 4-October 11, 2009. Rockies Rail Highlights featuring the Rocky Mountaineer Train , 8days, 11 meals, 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners. Highlights- Calgary, Lake Louise, Icefields Parkway , Columbia Icefields, Banff , Rocky Mountaineer Train, Kamloops , Vancouver . Double $2, 989; single $3, 589.

e. Grand Circle trips –The Seine, Paris to Normandy , July 27, 2009---Chili/Argentina, November, 2009

f. Costa Rica trip planned for April, 2010

g. Novia Scotia trip being planned for 2010

Our presenter tonight is Jose’ Alves of Elderhostel. Elderhostel is muture travel for people 55 or older. Mr. Alves has gone on 8 Elderhostel trips since he retired in 2004. There are no hidden costs when you go on an Elderhostel trip. It is non profit. It is student first , tourist second.

Our next meeting will be May 7, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. Cruise Report – Rob Nelson

The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club

Meeting Minutes - March 12, 2009

President Gayle Barns called the meeting to order at 4:30 P. M.

Gayle introduced the Officers and Advisory Committee.

Minutes of February 5, 2009 found on website were approved as printed.

Treasurer reported that we have $3, 107.80 in our travel club account.

We have 534 members in the travel club. Only new members have to pay dues of $5.00 for this year.

Jim Sheridan gave a testimonial on how well Travelex took care of his medical expenses when he got sick on his cruise.

Jim Dill told us that 64 people went on the New Zealand and Australia trip and had a great time. Jim said that Grand Circle is in great shape. We have sign up sheets in Arts & Craft Room for Grand Circle trips to: The Seine, Paris to Normandy, July 27, 2009-----Chili/Argentine, October 24, 2009.

Chris Keith of Collette Travel gave a slide show of the fabulous Canadian Rails Trip that

will be October 4, 2009. Need to make $250.00 deposit by May 4^th. If you take out Insurance with Collette Travel you can cancel any time for any reason and get your full money back except for the cost of the Insurance if you cancel after May 4^th. Cost of Insurance is $235.00. You will need valid passports.

Gayle introduced our guest speakers Ginger Brewer and Sharron Garza from Silver Travel. If you listen to the radio station WFAA 770 you can hear them offer special prices on their trips.

If you are planning on going on the HR Annual cruise January 17. 2010 you need to get your deposit of $250.00 to Rob Nelson/Nelson Travel for some great cabins. Perks are chocolates and champagne in each cabin. Ship board credit of $50.00 and cocktail party if we have 50 or more going.

If you are looking for a good deal for parking at DFW go on line to www.4airportParking.com/DFW to print a coupon for a $5.00 a day covered parking with Park Air Express with the 7^th day free.

Meeting April 2, 7:00 P. M. Speaker from Elderhostel Travel will be our guest.

Meeting adjourned 5:35 P. M.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Heritage Ranch Roadrunners Travel Club

Meeting February 5, 2009

Meeting called to order by President Gayle Barns at 4:00 P. M.

Introduced officers : Carolyn Dill, VP, Sandy Gorman, Secy., Dan Jones, Treasurer

Advisory Committee: Mary Lou Austin , Mary Gaynor, Lynn Goldstein, Susan Geminder, Jim Sheridan, Jackie Snailum.

Minutes of January 15, 2009 found on website were approved as printed.

Treasurer”s report $3077.00 in bank. Dues are waived for this year. Only new members will have to pay $5.00 dues.

Lynn Goldstein reported the New Zealand trip a big success. Mediterranean Cruise is a go with 8 people signed up. Holland America offering some great trips to Alaska .

Offerings through Grand Circle : The Seine, Paris to Normandy , July 27, 2009. Chili/Argentina, November, 2009.

Ryder Cup to Wales , September 25-October 4, 2010, cost is $8960 per couple, excluding air. See Ron Samuels if interested.

The Advisory Committee and officers are excited to announce the Canadian Rockies Rails Highlights Trip for October 4, 2009. Chris Keith, our Collette representative will be at our March 12, 2009 meeting to present this trip. There is a sign up sheet.

Nova Scotia trip planned in Spring, 2010.

Rob Nelson will share information on the Canadian Rails Trip, Costa Rica , and some deals he has found for us as well as an update on the cruise, January 2010 at Mar. mtg.

Rick Buickerood of the Dallas Zoo will be taking a small group on an African photo safari May 31-June 11, 2009. He needs 5 more people to make this trip a go. See Gayle for more information.

Gaye introduced our guest speaker Kari Roach with Travelex Insurance. She gave us many tips on why we should take out travel insurance while playing the game bingo.

Prizes were given out. Great fun.

Recommended that surveys should be put on website. Only 50 people participated in survey.

Next meeting March 12, 2009 @ 4:30 PM

Meeting adjourned 5:55 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Gorman

Minutes

Road Runners Travel Club Meeting - January 15, 2009

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m.

Incoming President Gayle Barns introduced the new officers: Carolyn Dill, Vice President; Sandy Gorman, Secretary; Dan Jones, Treasurer. Advisory Committee:

Mary Lou Austin, Mary Gaynor, Susan Geminder, Lynn Goldstein, Jim Sheridan Jackie Snailum.

The minutes of November 6, 2008 found on the website were approved as printed.

Dan Jones gave the Treasury Report, $3067.89. Dues for new members are $5.00 each; dues for present members are waived for 2009.

Lynn Goldstein reported that there were 64 Heritage Ranch members going on the Australia, New Zealand trip January, 2009. May is the Mediterranean Cruise. Lynn reported that the prices have dropped for travel. You can get some good deals.

Carolyn Dill explained how Grand Circle is operating. Overseas Adventure Travel which is part of Grand Circle takes smaller groups 18 to 20 people. Grand Circle takes larger groups. Check the trips being offered by Grand Circle and Overseas Adventure Travel in our travel notebook in the arts and crafts room.

Ron Samuels spoke about the trip to Wales for the Ryder Cup, September 25-October 4, 2010. Cost is $8960 per couple, excluding air. If interested see Ron.

Gayle introduced Rob Nelson of Carlson Wagonlit/Nelson Travel Consultants as our new preferred vendor. Rob is handling the HR annual cruise which will be January 17, 2010, as well as future trips.

The Advisory Committee and Board will be finalizing dates and vendor for the Costa Rica trip, 2010. The trip will be announced at the February meeting. On that note Gayle introduced the guest speakers. Each showed slides and spoke on their trip to Cost Rica. The first guest to speak was Barbara & Craig Brunette. The next guest introduced was Susan Monroe. Their experiences were so interesting you wanted to sign up for the next Costa Rica trip.

No further business, meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

　

Sandy Gorman, Secretary

Minutes

Road Runners Travel Club Meeting - November 6, 2008

Outgoing President Dan Jones called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. following a brief “Pre-Holiday” social and generous contribution s from our fellow travel club members to the Marines’ Toys for Tots charity.

Minutes from the September 4^th meeting were posted on the website and approved by a show of hands. Dan Gorman gave the treasury report, $3018. Dues for new members is $5.00 each; dues for present members are waived for 2009.

Vice President Gayle Barns announced the incoming officers: President, Gayle Barns; Vice President, Carolyn Dill; Secretary, Sandy Gorman; and Treasurer, Dan Jones. Members of the Advisory Board are: Mary Gaynor, Susan Germinder, Jim Sheridan, Jim Dill, and Jackie Snailum. Lynn Goldstein, a Preferred Vendor, and Dave Allen, our Web Master, were also introduced.

Potential Preferred Vendor, Carson Wagonlit of McKinney, is sponsoring “On Stage ALASKA” on November 18 at McKinney Performing Arts Center. Flyers were made available for those interested.

Lynn Goldstein updated us on the 4 cruises she is arranging: Dec. 6^th Caribbean Cruise with 69 signed up; January 19^th New Zealand/Australia Cruise with 64 paid; May 2009 Mediterranean Cruise with 10 travelers; and the August 21, 14-night Alaska/Danali National Park Cruisetour with 20 cabins held and a base cost of $2253 per person. Lynn also announced the possibility of a rail trip of the Canadian Rockies if there is interest. And the 7^th annual Caribbean Cruise departing out of Galveston is in the works.

Dan made mention of Grand Circle Travel’s restructuring, but we do have two Grand Circle trips on the books: The Paris to Normandy Seine River Cruise currently scheduled for July, and the Canadian Maritimes escorted tour scheduled for August. We also have a small group traveling to the Society Islands later this month.

Oktoberfest was a success, and we will be working with Eric to continue this fall tradition.

Costa Rica is another potential destination for early 2010, and our January program will focus on Costa Rica. Susan Monroe and Craig & Barbara Brunette will speak of their recent travel experiences there.

Guest speakers were Chris Keith with Collette Vacations, who gave an informative description of Collette Tours and their many worldwide destinations; and Kent Cramer, who discussed the potential eight-night Ryder Cup trip scheduled for September 2010 at a cost of $8960, excluding air.

Dan announced that we had four “stations” including “Grand Circle,” “Cruises,” “Ryder Cup,” and “Collette,” each with flyers, brochures and Interest Sheets, and he encouraged those present to stop by and visit with the representatives.

Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Gaynor, Secretary

Minutes - September 4, 2008

Heritage Ranch Road Runners Travel Club

In the absence of Dan Jones, President, and Gayle Barns, Vice President, Mary Gaynor called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and acknowledged our Preferred Vendor, Lynn Goldstein, and Board Member, Susan Germinder.

Dan Gorman gave the Treasury Report: $5000 on hand with upcoming expenses of $1000 for the Oktoberfest band and $500 for a 5-year contact for our website. The amount of additional anticipated expenditures, namely the cost of our November Pre-Holiday Party and the prizes to be awarded in the drawing for those returning their Travel Surveys, is as yet unknown. Dan also announced that our membership is now at 510 members.

Upcoming Grand Circle trips are: Ancient Egypt & the Nile River Cruise (May 2, 2009) and Eastern Europe to the Black Sea (May 29, 2009). Also, nine people have shown an interest in the Chile & Argentina escorted tour scheduled for November, 2009.

Susan Germinder mentioned that her 7-day independent travel stay in Paris is still open with a deadline of early October.

Other trips being considered for 2009/2010 are: Caravan Tour to Costa Rica in January/February 2010, Canadian Maritimes in August 2009, and a Grand Circle Seine River Cruise (Paris to the Normandy Coast).

Lynn Goldstein was our speaker, and she introduced Holland America’s 12-day Mediterranean Tapestry Cruise departing May 31, 2009 from Barcelona and ending on June 11 in Venice. This cruise was chosen in response to interest expressed at our previous meeting, and her announcement was well received. She also touched base with those going on the Australia/New Zealand Cruise in January.

Mary announced that the Board is anxious to see the results of the Travel Survey so we can plan trips that our members are most interested in, and to that end, she encouraged everyone to take a minute to complete their survey. It was also announced that all 2008 members would have their 2009 dues waived due to the excess amount in our treasury.

Upcoming meetings: Results of the Travel Survey will be revealed at our October meeting, and we will have a “Pre-Holiday Party“ at our November meeting with a cash bar and light appetizers all for the price of an unwrapped toy to be donated to “Toys-for-Tots.” Our December meeting will be cancelled.

At our January meeting, Susan Monroe will be speaking about her Spring ’08 Overseas Adventure Travel trip to Costa Rica.

Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Gaynor

Secretary

Road Runners Travel Club Meeting - August 11, 2008

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Dan introduced Travel Club officers, members of the Advisory Committee, Lynn Goldstein, our Preferred Vendor, and Dave Allen, our Web Designer. He also acknowledged those residents who were attending the Travel Club meeting for the first time. The minutes of the June meeting were approved as posted.

Technical difficulties prevented our viewing a CD of Dan’s Mediterranean Cruise as well as his recent Perdido Key, Florida vacation.

In Dan Gorman’s absence, Dan Jones announced that the treasury balance was "about" $5,000. For that reason, all 2008 members will have their $5.00 membership waived for 2009. Also, Dan announced that the Travel Club would provide the money for the Oktoberfest band, amounting to $1,000. This gives Food & Beverage the benefit of charging under $10.00 for the upcoming Oktoberfest social.

Dan also announced that 3 of the 4 officer positions were opened for the next two years, and that the nominating committee (consisting of Gayle Barns, Jackie Snailum, and Mary Gaynor) had met and made recommendations to be voted on by the general membership later this fall.

Lynn Goldstein announced that the Annual Caribbean Cruise, Dec. 6-13, has 74 bookings, with 20 cabins remaining. She also discussed the January ‘09 Australia/New Zealand Cruise with close to 70 residents booked and additional space available. Lastly, Lynn mentioned the Perdido Key Condo Rentals in Florida as a terrific bargain for anyone planning either a beach or golf get-away.

Carolyn Dill reported on Grand Circle Trips: May 2^nd Egypt & the Nile River with a pre-trip to Jerusalem and a post-trip to Petra and Amman; May 29^th Eastern Europe to the Black Sea with a pre-trip to Prague and a post-trip to Transylvania; and November 9^th South America (Chile and Argentina) with a pre-trip to Peru: Machu Picchu, Cuzco and Lima and a post-trip to Brazil’s Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro. Carolyn also discussed the benefit of group travel through the Road Runners Travel Club.

Susan Germander mentioned the 7-night Paris trip scheduled for late October. This is an independent trip, costing just $785 and including hotel with daily breakfast, 2-day museum pass, 2-day on-off bus pass, and a 4-course dinner cruise on the Seine.

A Mediterranean Cruise and a Costa Rica escorted tour are two trips being reviewed by the Advisory Board for the upcoming year. Lastly, Dan announced that a survey was being designed in order to determine the travel desires of our members so that we could plan our trips accordingly. The survey is expected to be sent out to all members via e-mail with results available by early October.

Our next meeting will be on Thursday evening, September 4^th.

Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Gaynor

Secretary

Heritage Ranch Road Runners Travel Club

June 5, 2008

President Dan Jones called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Following the recognition of new members and first time attendees, those present approved the April 8, 2008 minutes as posted on the Roadrunners website.

Dan Gorman gave the Treasurer’s Report with a balance of $5,100.00.

Three current Travel Club Officers will be relinquishing their 2-year terms, with only the Vice President position remaining for a second year. This presents a governance issue, which needs to be rewritten to allow for alternating two positions every other year as opposed to the current three positions one year, and one position the following year. Gayle Barns has called a meeting of the nominating committee to refer potential officer candidates to the general membership. Voting will take place in late fall.

The Advisory Board will be reorganizing as well allowing for nine members to investigate and suggest upcoming trips with 3 members each on international, cruise, and continental subcommittees.

Ginny Fisher, President of the Day-Trippers Club, described the various committees and subcommittees of their newly formed club and announced the upcoming trips as well as those in the works. The Day-Trippers meet on the 4^th Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Lynn Goldstein reported on successful spring ‘08 cruises with 14 Roadrunners on the Hawaiian Golf Cruise in April, and 22 on the Alaska in May. The Puerto Vallarta all-inclusive funjet trip with Legacy Travel was also a hit particularly with Heritage Ranch golfers. Our 5th Annual Caribbean cruise will be departing on December 6^th from Ft. Lauderdale; it currently has 35 cabins reserved and counting. Lynn also gave a breakdown of several cruises she is offering in 2009: a follow-up Hawaii Golf Cruise in January/February, a late-June Alaska cruise/land tour; and a 10-day New England/Canada Fall Foliage cruise slated for September 16.

Carolyn Dill reported on upcoming Grand Circle trips including the Society Islands in November, Eastern Europe to the Black Sea departing on May 29^th, and Ancient Egypt and the Nile River in either April or May 2009; Carolyn has e-mailed those interested in the latter to set a definite departure date.

Grand Circle’s Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast tour was a wonderful success with 36 Roadrunners enjoying a marvelous cross-section of Italy’s many sights and cultures.

Susan Germinder mentioned the terrific bargain trip to Paris Oct. 26-Nov. 2 including 7-night, 3-star hotel accommodations with daily breakfast, a 2-day museum pass, and a luncheon cruise on the Seine.

Dan made mention of a Travel Club change which will allow us to focus our attention more on travel opportunities and less on social activities. Our 2008 Oktoberfest will now under the auspices of Heritage Ranch Food & Beverage. The date has already been set for October 4^th; the band has been reserved; and we will work closely with Food & Beverage to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Following the general meeting, those in attendance enjoyed the picture CD of the Italy trip, which Charlie Henkle developed, narrowing down an original 3,000-plus pictures to the final 200 photos.

Our next meeting will be on July 3^rd at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary Gaynor, Secretary

Minutes

Road Runners Travel Club – April 8, 2008

　

Dan Jones called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. We agreed not to read the minutes of the previous meeting andy more, since they are posted on our Web Site.

Dan Gorman gave the Treasurer’s Report as of monies collected and spent through April 8, 2008. Dues $2,507.00: Expenses for Ports of Call $7,934.87: Office $29.00: Lost $960.00 on Ports of Call: Net Income: $1,513.00" Balance in Comerica Bank $3,885.83, Compass Bank $1,136.34. Object is to have a zero income at end of year. Dan will probably close account at Compass Bank and keep everything at Comerica

Octoberfest is scheduled for Saturday night, Oct. 4^th, 2008. The Band has gone up a few hundred dollars, but we are not using the dancers this year, and therefore will not have to pay for their meals.

Japan/China Grand Circle Trip was mentioned with no exact date yet.

Kay Flowers and Lynn Goldstein stepped down from the Advisory Board. Lynn, however will still be doing cruises through her company.

We are looking for 3 or 4 more Advisory Board Members. Mary Holly will give names of people who indicated that they want to volunteer.

Lynn reported that the Hawaii Cruise was leaving the next day with 14 people. It was suggested to work with Tony Trevino for golf oriented cruises.

The Alaska cruise with Princess goes in May with 22 Roadrunners.

The yearly cruise for Dec. is the Eurodam going Dec. 6, from Ft. Lauderdale, and there are 33 cabins sold. You may visit the web site for more information.

Proposed cruises for 2009 include Jan. 19, Australia/New Zealand 14 day cruise starting at $4,092, inside cabin, with airfare, Volendam. There would be 6 category upgrades, as well as various bonuses and perks.

There is also a Grand Circle trip planned to Australia and New Zealand in the fall of 2009. Details to follow.

Eurodam is proposed for a 10 day New England/Canada cruise on Sept. 16^th from NYC. This starts at $2024.00 plus air fare, with a cocktail party and on board credit.

In late June 2009 a proposed cruise to Alaska with land portion visiting Danali National Park will be decided upon once the final schedule is presented. This would be a 13 day trip starting at $2800.00 plus airfare.

Each of these cruise trips would be on Holland America Line.

Grand Circle- Proposed trips are to The Society Islands, and a trip to Black Sea/Eastern Europe May 17, to 29, 2009.

Susan Geminder spoke about Paris one week land package scheduled for Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, 2008. The final rate is to be determined inasmuch as the dollar has devalued. It is still a wonderful buy in a 3 star hotel on Left Bank (5^th District) with 2 Day Museum Pass, 2 day on/off bus sightseeing Pass, and luncheon sightseeing cruise on River Seine. Again you may check our web site for further information.

Dan mentioned Puerto Vallarta which has 3,4, and7 day trips scheduled for may. All men golfers are going. This is offered by Legacy Travel.

Dave Allen is doing research on a proposed trip to Las Vegas.

Larry Blend and Jimmy Almond showed slides and spoke about their recent trip to Chine and Japan, along with Dick Nelson.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Susan Geminder

Acting Secretary

Minutes (subject to approval)

Road Runners Travel Club - February 6, 2008

In Dan's absence, Gayle Barns called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Because of a scheduling conflict, the meeting was held in the BillIards Room. She gave an update on Dan Jone's health, and introduced members of the Travel Advisory Board. There were several new members present, and Gayle asked them to stand and introduce themselves.

Lynn Goldstein, standing in for Mary Gaynor, read the minutes from the previous meeting. They were approved as read.

Dan Gorman gave the treasurer's report with a balance of $9,365.63 with the majority of the money coming from dues and Ports of Call sponsors and people signed up to attend. To date, there are 240 people signed up for Ports of Call, and we expect at least 300 to attend the event. Membership for 2008 at present is 380.

Susan Geminder reported on the trip to Paris and discussed museums of Paris. The trip cost includes a 2-day museum pass. She gave details of the trip and airfare from DFW to Paris was discussed.

Lynn Goldstein gave an update of the Hawaii, Alaska, and Caribbean cruises. The cruise to Hawaii leaves April 12 with 14 people paid. The May 11 Alaska cruise has 22 people paid, and the December 6 Caribbean cruise has 20 cabins sold. She said that there is a sale going on until tomorrow, February 7, and there are awesome deals to be had.

In Jim Dill's absence, Gayle Barns stated that there are 42 people going on the Grand Circle sold out trip to Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast. Some people will leave April 8 for a pre-trip to Rome - the rest will join them on April 12. She mentioned that Jim is working on trip plans for 2009.

Gayle Barns discussed the Legacy Travel all-inclusive trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, May 23-30. Presently, there are 7 couples signed up for the 3, 4, or 7 day trip. All the men going are golfers, so they would like to get more signed up in order to have two foursomes.

Alex Kinnear was not present to discuss his trip to Scotland and Ireland in September. He needs 35 to make that trip a go.

Gayle Barns reminded everyone to pay their 2008 dues. She then discussed Ports of Call, March 3, 2008, 5-8 p.m., with doors opening at 5:00. We will take over the clubhouse with travel vendors, several food stations from different countries, and awesome door prizes as well as vendor prizes. "Rumor" has it that there may be a flat-screen as a door prize. She encouraged people to sign up and talk to both residents of HR and outsiders encouraging them to attend. The cost is $12.50 per person plus $5 per person Travel Club dues. We hope to have 300-400 people attend, and the Travel Advisory Board is working very hard to ensure a great party.

The March meeting is cancelled because of Ports of Call, and the next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 8 (changed because of scheduling conflicts). Larry Blend and Jimmy Almond will present their China/Japan travelogue.

The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

LYNN GOLDSTEIN

Minutes

Road Runners Travel Club - January 3, 2008

Meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. Prior to the start of the meeting, those present enjoyed watching a photo CD containing snapshots from December’s 4^th Annual Caribbean Cruise. Residents attending the Travel Club meeting for the first time were acknowledged, and Dan introduced the members of the Travel Advisory Committee and Road Runners Officers. The November minutes were approved as read.

Dan Gorman gave the Treasurer’s Report with a year-end balance of $4178. The report showed that $9152 was received in 2007 primarily from membership dues and Oktoberfest ticket sales. $8838 was paid out leaving an excess cash flow of just over $300. Our membership grew to 496 paid members in 2007.

Gail Barnes was voted in as Vice President, replacing outgoing Elizabeth Laufer, who will continue her involvement as a member of the Advisory Committee.

Lynn Goldstein gave a report on her upcoming cruises and the two socials (Ports-of-Calls Travel Expo, and Oktoberfest 2008). The 2007 Caribbean Cruise was a huge success with 69 residents involved. The May 11 Alaska Cruise aboard the Star Princess has just 3 cabins left. The Hawaiian Golf Cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines “Pride of America” has 14 residents signed up for a week of sightseeing, golf and cruising. Our Ports-of-Call Travel Expo is being held on Monday evening, March 3^rd so join us for a fun evening, meet our vendors, and enjoy delicious foods representative of England, Italy, Mexico and China. Lastly, the 2008 Caribbean Cruise aboard the Crown Princess is already booking so don’t miss out on this annual get-away.

Jim Dill reported on the Grand Circle trips: Italy is sold out with a waiting list. Jim mentioned that an identical trip to Italy will be leaving on April 19, and he has $200-off vouchers for any traveler new to Grand Circle. He requested that those who had signed up for the Egypt & Nile River Cruise and the Australia/New Zealand meet with him following the meeting to discuss the desired timeframe for these two trips. The Society Islands trip in November has two cabins remaining.

Susan Germinder confirmed that the Paris Trip is set to go with a $50.00 price adjustment due to the dollar exchange. Now costing $785, minus air fare, it is still a terrific 7-day bargain including hotel, 2-day museum pass, 2-day on/off sightseeing bus, and a Seine river cruise with a 4-course dinner.

Kathy Banks with Legacy Travel reports that the Puerto Vallarta All-Inclusive Funjet trip has 5 couples signed up, and reservations are still available.

Alex Kinnear, a travel agent and a resident of both Heritage Ranch and Scotland, has arranged for a 15-night Scotland/Ireland escorted trip through UKScotland, scheduled for September 15-30, arriving and departing in Glasgow. Cost is, roughly, $2000, excluding airfare and insurance, but including 3-star hotels, bed, breakfast, bus transportation, entrance fees, etc. This is a group trip with a minimum of 35 required to make it a go.

Our guest speakers, returning again following an inviting presentation last January, were sisters, Mary Stipo Potter with “go Italy Homes” and Gina Stipo with “Ecco La Cucina.” Their presentation included information about Tuscan Cooking classes with Gina, Villa Rentals through Mary Stipo, along with visits to wineries and other exciting countryside excursions in and around the Sienna region of Tuscany. Gina shared two batches of delicious Italian cookies, and gave away her cookbook to the person in the audience who had traveled to Italy the most, Chuck Turner (over 20 times!).

The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,

Mary Gaynor, Secretary