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About Happening Travel Club
Happening Travel Club is a Non-profit (501c3) Travel Club which operates through our mission of helping our community raise funds while they travel for all kinds of community needs. Our suppliers make available free turn-key travel programs where they will provide trips to be used as revenue fundraisers. We have a popular television where we focus on sharing expert knowledge and inspire viewers to explore the world, demonstrating a deep commitment to promoting travel and cultural awareness. Through the television show, we ensure that audiences are well-informed about the latest travel trends, tips, and opportunities, solidifying their reputation as a trusted authority in the travel industry.
Happening Travel Club (happening.travel) has 24 customer reviews on The Fair Hearing, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5.
Price was reasonable.
Easy booking process
Accommodations were fine
Variety of places to see
Enjoyed having guides for some of the places visited
By Esther W.
After writing this review and disputing…
After writing this review and disputing the credit card charges we were contacted by Happening Travel Club . They offered a resolution that would give us credit for 90% of what we paid, but the credit could only be used for additional travel with their club and only during 2026 or 2027. We were able to use part of the credit against the other trip we had already booked, it has yet to be decided if we will take any other trips with Happening Travel Cub and use the remaining credit.
By Kathy S.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 25, 2026
Dear Kathy,
I read your updated review, and I want to clarify a few points because I believe the way the resolution is described does not accurately reflect what Happening Travel Club provided to you.
First, our decision to contact you and work toward a resolution was not because you posted a review or disputed the credit card charges. Your situation had already been brought to management and was being discussed thoroughly. We made the decision to work with you because we care about our members and wanted to find a fair solution to your concerns.
Second, the changes to the Callaway Gardens and Stone Mountain attractions were made by the suppliers and were completely outside of Happening Travel Club's control. You were asking to cancel your trip because of those changes, even though the trip itself had not been cancelled by Happening Travel Club and we had not failed to deliver the remaining components of the trip.
In addition, we added additional attractions and enhanced the itinerary at no additional cost to you in an effort to make up for the changes. Unfortunately, that part of our effort is not reflected in your review.
Under our normal cancellation policy, there would have been no obligation to provide a refund simply because a supplier changed or cancelled an attraction. In fact, based on the cancellation terms applicable to your reservation, you would have forfeited 100% of your trip cost.
Instead, we made an exception specifically for you.
At the time of your original booking, you had the opportunity to purchase our $49-per-person Travel Waiver, which would have allowed you to cancel for any reason and receive future travel credit. You chose not to purchase that protection.
Despite that, we made an exception to allow you to purchase the Travel Waiver retroactively—after the normal purchase window had already passed. That was a special exception and a significant accommodation on our part.
As a result, rather than forfeiting 100% of your trip cost under the normal cancellation terms, you received your entire eligible trip cost, less the $49-per-person Travel Waiver fee, as future travel credit.
So, to clarify the point in your review: you did not receive “90% of what you paid.” You received 100% of your eligible trip balance as future travel credit, less the $49-per-person Travel Waiver fee, through a special exception that was not available under the standard terms of your reservation.
The credit is restricted to Happening Travel Club trips because it is future travel credit, not a cash refund. This was clearly explained when the exception was offered.
We are certainly not asking you to take another trip with us if you do not wish to. You are free to make that decision. However, I am disappointed to see the resolution described in a way that may give readers the impression that Happening Travel Club provided an inadequate outcome, when in reality we went beyond our standard policy to provide you with a significantly more favorable resolution than you would have received under the terms of your original reservation.
We respect your right to share your experience, but we also hope that your review can accurately reflect the full circumstances, including the changes that were outside our control, the additional attractions we added at no additional cost, and the significant exception our nonprofit organization made to resolve your concerns.
Warm regards,
Shubham
Happening Travel Club
Everything was great!
Everything was great!
By Robert A.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
We're so glad to hear that everything was great and that you enjoyed your experience with us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable adventure. We invite you to join us again soon!
- Team Happening Travel Club
Another Great Day Trip
We went to Orlando to see Derek Hough at the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center. The bus was there on time and when boarding you were given a bag of food which consisted of several items and a sandwich. The Escorts, Al and Richard were very efficient in keeping us advised as to what we would see and now to access the building. I have had them on several trips and they are always outstanding.
By Joanne H.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We're glad the Orlando trip to see Derek Hough was a great experience, from the on-time bus and thoughtful meal bag to the smooth arrival at the theater. It's especially rewarding to hear that Al and Richard once again took excellent care of everyone and kept you informed every step of the way. Knowing you've traveled with them several times and continue to find them outstanding is a fantastic compliment. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to having you with us on many more trips!
- Team Happening Travel Club
The bus trip to Walt Disney theater to see Derek Hough and his dance team
The bus was early so that was awesome bc it was going to storm any minute and we were able to get on the bus b4 the big downpour. Al did a fabulous job of giving us info on the show and history of Derek Hough. Richard made us some nice yummy goody snack bags. Nice touch and surprise to hv the Director of the theater come on r bus and welcome us to the show. Another plus was being able to park the bus around the corner of the entrance so not a lot of walking. Hope when we go in Dec for Derek’s Christmas show we can get closer seats to the stage. The driver of the bus did a fabulous job getting us to and from the concert with no issues and home safely.
It was a great evening trip experience.
By Diana M.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
Thank you for such a fantastic and detailed review! We're thrilled the early arrival gave everyone a comfortable head start before the storm, and that Al's background on Derek Hough and the show added something special to the evening. We're glad Richard's snack bags were a hit too, and we agree that having the theater's Director personally welcome everyone was a wonderful surprise. It's also great to hear that the convenient bus parking and smooth driving made the trip easier from beginning to end. We appreciate your suggestion about getting closer seats for the December Christmas show and will certainly keep it in mind. We look forward to seeing you again in December and making your next Derek Hough experience even more memorable!
- Team Happening Travel Club
Everything was well planned
Everything was well planned. On time. Bus was very nice. Our hosts did an excellent job.
The performance was fantastic!!!
By Sally E.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
We're so glad everything came together smoothly, from the well-planned schedule and comfortable bus to the care provided by our hosts. Most importantly, it's wonderful to hear that you loved the performance. We appreciate you choosing Happening Travel Club for your evening out and look forward to taking you on another great experience soon!
- Team Happening Travel Club
This was my first trip with the…
This was my first trip with the "Happening Travel Club"
and I enjoyed it very much. I would definitely do a trip with this company again. The hosts were very welcoming and pleasant to all. Thank you
By Lola M.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
Thank you for giving Happening Travel Club a try! We're especially happy to hear that your first trip with us was such an enjoyable experience. Knowing our hosts made you feel welcome and comfortable means a lot to our team. We appreciate your support and are thrilled you've already decided to travel with us again. We look forward to seeing you on your next adventure!
- Team Happening Travel Club
Very organized and fun
Very organized and fun. The escorts were informative and fun. The driver was excellent. This was my first time on a Happening trip. I'm sure I will go on more. I'm looking forward to the travel show.
By Donna and Andy O.
Response from Happening Travel Club· Aug 20, 2026
We're glad your first Happening Travel Club trip was both well organized and fun, and that our escorts and driver helped make the day enjoyable from start to finish. It's wonderful to hear you're already looking forward to traveling with us again, and we're especially excited that you're planning to join us at the Travel Show. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you on many more adventures!
- Team Happening Travel Club
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