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Guy Fawkes Day
Guy Fawkes Day in Yorkshire celebrates a plot's failure with bonfires, fireworks, plot toffee and fun.
Cookie & Keller
Nov 5, 20253 min read
San Diego Maritime Museum: world class enterprise offers ships, subs, displays, nautical history and a fun cruise on San Diego Bay
World class San Diego Maritime Museum offers ships, subs, displays, nautical history and a fun cruise on San Diego Bay
Cookie & Keller
May 22, 20254 min read
Joy in Holidays abroad: Let yourself go, invent, try something new
Joy in Holidays abroad
Christene Meyers
Dec 20, 20194 min read
Thanksgiving feasting abroad: Find a fun place for a meal or snack to make a holiday special even where Thanksgiving isn't celebrated
Cookie's favorite Thanksgiving meal is not turkey -- although it is available on cruise ships and in many hotels catering to Americans on Thanksgiving. It's rare lamb chops with asparagus, lentils and a balsamic drizzle. Story By Christene Meyers Photos By Bruce Keller "The Carpe Diem Kids" TRAVEL IS FUN for us, and no part of travel is more pleasurable than exploring the gastronomic pleasures of far-away places. Especially on holidays, a special meal is a highlight of the t
Christene Meyers
Oct 26, 20183 min read
Battle of Crete Memorial: Resilience, bravery in a beautiful setting, a must see on a Greece tour
Beyond Crete’s famous beaches and bustling towns lies a quieter, deeply moving side of the island its serene cemeteries. Tucked among olive groves and overlooking the sea, these peaceful spaces offer a glimpse into local life, memory, and timeless tradition.
Cookie & Keller
May 23, 20144 min read
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