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Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures


Route 66 Museum, Kingman, Arizona, is a Must-See Stop For Travelers
Route 66 Museum in Kingman Arizona has strong interest decades after the famous roadway was established. Known as the "Main Street of America," this historic highway has inspired countless travelers to explore its unique blend of Americana, nostalgia, and adventure.

Cookie & Keller
4 days ago5 min read


The Sphere in Las Vegas offers mind-blowing technology merging cinema and virtual reality
The multi-billion dollar Sphere globe stands out on the city's skyline, an ever changing ball of moving landscapes, movie images and cartoon characters.
Inside the Sphere's massive auditorium, cutting-edge AI creates an immersive experience,
Keller Keller
Feb 264 min read


Las Vegas shows - Ticket Tips, Highlights, Discount Ideas for Sin City's Greatest
Las Vegas shows - Ticket Tips, Highlights, Discount Ideas for Sin City's Greatest

Cookie & Keller
Feb 196 min read


Body Glove Hawaii fits like a charm for Kona Coast ocean activity and sightseeing pleasures
Body Glove Hawaii offers Kona Coast ocean activities, sightseeing pleasures

Cookie & Keller
Jan 264 min read


Exploring the Passion of Flamenco as it comes alive in Barcelona
Story By Christene Meyers Photos By Bruce Keller Flamenco has us hooked. This showy, emotional art form is more than a dance or musical style. It is a cultural expression -- full of emotion. Nowhere is it more alive than in southern Spain, and in a favorite city, Barcelona. For here, flamenco has found a vibrant home. A flamenco dancer performs with passion and precision in a Barcelona venue. Singers, dancers and musicians blend in flamenco, rich in tradition and a cultura
Keller Keller
Jan 154 min read


Barcelona Aquarium: Take A Deep Dive into the wonders of Marine Life
Exploring Barcelona Aquarium: A must see Attraction in Port Vell

Cookie & Keller
Jan 84 min read


Discovering Paradise Point a Hidden Gem in Mission Bay Park San Diego
Nestled within the expansive Mission Bay Park in San Diego, Paradise Point offers a unique escape blending natural beauty, recreational activities, with a touch of luxury. This hidden gem is a destination beloved by locals for years. It offers a wealth of experiences for all tastes -- both for those seeking a peaceful, inexpensive retreat and those in search of an active day by the water with all the resort amenities
Keller Keller
Jan 65 min read


Traveling around the world with Holiday spirit! Hold it in your heart every day of the year -- enjoy our differences, appreciate friends and family and celebrate the joy of life
The season carries many meanings whether we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or simply the turning of the year.
Keller Keller
Dec 25, 20253 min read


Take a kid along to enrich your travel pleasures: Tips for Traveling with Children
Introducing our family to the pleasures of our much loved Hawaii added pleasure to the trip in many ways. Here we are -- Bruce Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers, at left, with our Bay Area family, the Ganners: Steve, James, Amarylla and Peny, on the shores of Hilton's Waikoloa Resort on the Big Island. Story By Christene Meyers Photos By Bruce Keller "The Carpe Diem Kids" WE LOVE to travel with our niece, nephew-in-law and their kids. Seeing a new place with a youngster g
Keller Keller
Dec 18, 20253 min read


No place like London for mixing new and old: history, food, theater, architecture, excitement
London is a striking commentary on architectural evolution. This street scene illustrates the blend of history and innovation. With dozens of medieval landmarks like the Tower of London, there are beautiful modern buildings such as The Shard, with 26 stories, dozens of restaurants, residential living and a five-star hotel.

Cookie & Keller
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Lisboa Card the Official Tourist Card is key to saving money while discovering Lisbon's delights: Ancient seaport's music, monuments, tuk-tuk tours, museums & more
The Lisboa Card includes free admission to many of the buildings reflecting the city's rich history -- the Jerónimos Monastery, Saint Jorge Castle, and many more. The Lisboa Card includes transport to and from Lisbon Airport via metro

Cookie & Keller
Nov 13, 20253 min read


Guy Fawkes Day
Guy Fawkes Day celebrates a plot's failure with bonfires, fireworks,

Christene Meyers
Nov 5, 20253 min read


Halloween, sacred days abroad blend religious traditions, pagan fun, new and old customs
A pumpkin carving contest on Queen Mary 2, offered a mix of spooky and amusing results, some irreverent, some ghoulish. Travelers find Halloween displays along with Day of the Dead and All Saints Day decor in hotels in Europe, Mexico, and other countries around the world as autumn holidays and celebrations merge and overlap. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" ALL THE WORLD seems to enjoy a celebration, be it pagan inspired or religious bas
Keller Keller
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Vancouver Big Bus Tour has large personality fun options
WE'RE BUS junkies. We've toured dozens of the world's great cities by bus and for our time and money, there's no better tour operation. It's a reliable, pleasant, economical choice.
The worldwide company Big Bus Tours offers sightseeing tours in many cities around the globe.
We've hopped on and off Big Bus in Sydney, Singapore, London, Paris, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles and recently in Vancouver.

Cookie & Keller
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Alaska Railroad features close-up views of nature's vast and magnificent scenery
PICTURE YOURSELF relaxing in a comfy train car, beverage of choice in hand, watching the world's most spectacular scenery glide by.
You've got a front-row sea to nature's wonders with a spectacular adventure on Alaska Railroad.
The popular rail offers a variety of day trip adventures to some of the state's iconic sights -- from snow-capped mountains to picturesque villages and the ever changing landscape of the sea.

Cookie & Keller
Sep 11, 20253 min read


High Line's hurrah: Wondrous park reflects New York's spirit, diversity
Highline walkway, New York City

Christene Meyers
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Central Park's wonders attract international crowd to enjoy variety, beauty
Central Park New York by whereiscookie.Com

Christene Meyers
Aug 14, 20253 min read


Australian Museum features engaging displays, artful cultural history
The venerable Australian Museum is centrally located in Sydney, Australia, a treasure trove of art, nature inspired history, intriguing...

Christene Meyers
Aug 7, 20253 min read



Christene Meyers
Jul 31, 20255 min read


Grand Hotel in Big Timber, Montana, undergoes facelift to glory days
Grand Hotel. Big Timber

Christene Meyers
Jul 24, 20255 min read
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