Tag: Storytelling
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Destination Experiences
The theme of our January 18th meeting was Destination Experiences. We heard about travel and preparation for weddings, family reunions, and Toastmasters events. Everyone at the meeting agreed that we expand our horizons at Travel Talkers Toastmasters when we share our travel experiences. Our Destination Master, Kit Myers gave us these clues for a country: If…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Seek the Sun
During the cold dark days of Winter in the Northern Hemisphere many of us are wanting to find the Sun to boost our mood and warm our bodies. The theme of our January 11th meeting was “Seek the Sun.” Our Destination Master, Kit Myers, asked us about our favorite songs about the sun and sunshine. She also asked…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–New Year, New Travels
We started 2024 with our first meeting of the new year on January 4th. Our theme was “New Year, New Travels.” Our Travel Topics Master, Meghan Burns, asked us about trips we want to take, places we have visited that we want to go back to, modes of transportation we prefer, and where we would…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Winter Solstice
The theme of our December 21st meeting was “Winter Solstice.” We shared our memories and preferences for adventures on the shortest day and the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Our Destination Master, Kit Myers, gave us these clues for a city. If you guessed Chicago, Illinois, you are correct! Our speaker…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Winter Holiday Weekend
In between Thanksgiving and the end of the year is the perfect time to take a Winter Holiday Weekend. This was the theme of our December 14 meeting. Our guests and members had the opportunity to share where they would go and what they would do on their Winter Holiday Weekend. Our Travel Topics Master, Helen Josephine,…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Sand or Snow
Planning a winter vacation is often a decision between somewhere sunny and somewhere snowy. The theme of our December 7th meeting was “Sand or Snow.” We found out which of our members and guests prefer a sandy winter vacation and which prefer the snow. Our Destination Master, Kit Myers, gave us these clues for her…
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Travel Talker Toastmasters–Meet the Family
At our November 30th meeting, we talked about travel to meet the family. Our members come from many different cities and cultures and everyone shared their stories during our Travel Topics session. Crystal Campbell lead our impromptu session by asking us questions about our family experiences. She wanted to know which family member we hated…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters–Discount Trips
The theme of our November 16th meeting was Discount Trips. Our Travel Topics questions were provided by Carlette Curry and asked by Kit Myers. We explored the advantages of comfort over economy in accommodations and in restaurants, with Tym telling us that comfort always comes first in his travel plans. Samantha shared that her bargain…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters — Festival of Lights
Happy Diwali was the greeting at our meeting on November 9th. We learned about Diwali, the Festival of Lights and the celebration of light over darkness. Diwali is a five-day celebration that includes good food, fireworks, colored sand, and special candles and lamps. It is one of the most significant festivals in India. During the…
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Travel Talkers Toastmasters — Travel Advice
Where do you go for travel advice? Do you have favorite websites, travel books or trusted advisors? At our November 2nd meeting we shared our best sources of travel advice. We also offered each other some of our advice on the best sites to check for hotel and restaurant reviews before you book your trip.…