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Swimming with sting rays on idyllic Antigua
The sting rays we swam with were friendly and enjoy people. The creature has one or more large sharp barbed dorsal spines near the base...
Christene Meyers
Jun 14, 20193 min read
Montana: Big Sky Country beckons road warriors to Beartooth Mountains escape
"Montana has the kind of mountains I'd create if mountains were put on my agenda." -- John Steinbeck in "My Travels with Charley" Our little corner of the world, with clouds, trees, mountains, a magical sight each visit. The approach to the place we cherish, tucked away in the Beartooth Mountains. The writer and photographer treasure their hideaway in the Beartooth Mountains. BASKING IN BEAUTY OF Montana's BIG SKY COUNTRY STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER
Christene Meyers
Jun 7, 20194 min read
LEGENDARY PERFORMERS: still touring after all these years
Barry Manilow last week in Las Vegas, at 75, singing, playing, engaging with the audience. He returned to Broadway in 2019, to critical...
Christene Meyers
May 31, 20194 min read
Pearl Harbor Memorial takes on special Memorial Day meaning
Visiting the Pearl Harbor National Memorial is more than a history lesson — it is a deeply moving experience that connects travelers to one of the most defining moments in American history. From the solemn beauty of the USS Arizona Memorial to the stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience, Pearl Harbor offers visitors a chance to reflect on the events that shaped the modern world. A visit here reminds travelers that meaningful journeys create a memory for life.
Christene Meyers
May 24, 20194 min read
Dinner Cruise in Newport Harbor: A City Cruises Experience on John Wayne's Wild Goose
Sail into a memorable evening aboard a dinner cruise with City Cruises in scenic Newport Harbor. Enjoy chef-prepared cuisine, coastal views, and a relaxing ambiance as you glide past multimillion-dollar homes and яхts. Conveniently located near John Wayne Airport, this Newport Beach experience offers a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and classic Southern California charm.
Cookie & Keller
May 17, 20194 min read
Poet's Garden honors legacy of a fine teacher
Hollywood special effects master Andy Schoneberg and Christene Meyers at the dedication. Schoneberg did the bronze of Bruce Meyers. The three acted in several theatrical productions. Flanked by Andy Schoneberg's bronze of Bruce Kemp Meyers, his widow Christene "Cookie" Meyers welcomes an overflow crowd to the first of 10 "Bruce Bash" festivals honoring the late professor, in May of 1993. POET ALLEN GINSBERG HEADLINED GARDEN DEDICATION TO HONOR HIS ONE-TIME STUDENT Famed poet
Christene Meyers
May 3, 20194 min read
Balboa Park, San Diego's visionary oasis, offers spectacular architecture, entertainment
The Casa del Prado, also known as the Casa, and the adjacent Casa del Prado Theatre are historically accurate reconstructions of...
Christene Meyers
Apr 26, 20194 min read
Museum of Ice Cream Experience offers a bite into a fun family outing
Take a fun family journey into the magic, mystery and joy of ice cream at a colorful Ice Cream Museum near you.
Cookie & Keller
Apr 19, 20194 min read
Palm Springs must see delights: where the rich and famous escaped Hollywood
The Elvis Presley home in Palm Springs is a major attraction and a striking presence, with its unusual modern design. DESERT RATS: TAKE THE STARS TOUR, SEE WHERE THEY LIVED AND PLAYED IN PALM SPRINGS STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS Palm Springs and its star-studded list of residents came about because the studios wanted to keep stars close to L.A. PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER THE STARS come out in Palm Springs. Or at least star-gazers do. Many of the greats who once luxuriated in t
Christene Meyers
Apr 12, 20194 min read
San Diego in spring: splendors aplenty in a favorite American city
San Diego in spring is a sight to behold -- with blue skies, feathery clouds and a dinner or lunch cruise aboard Hornblower. "To what...
Jaime Hazerian
Apr 5, 20193 min read
Gators galore as we track this crafty creature in the Everglades
This alligator gave our tour boat the eye on a recent trip into the beautiful Everglades of Florida. Everglades caper: on the gator trail...
Christene Meyers
Mar 22, 20193 min read
Fort Lauderdale - Finding fun in fantastic Fort Lauderdale, from fine digs to water taxi
Fort Lauderdale's beautifully renovated Hilton Double Tree Gallery One offers all-suite accommodations, gorgeous views of the city's famous waterways, a handsomely designed patio for relaxing and dining, fine contemporary artwork and easy access to the city's famed Water Taxi service which makes a regular stop here. Here's the view from our suite. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER On a recent sunny day, Fort Lauderdale's popular Water Taxis were enjoyed by an
Christene Meyers
Mar 15, 20194 min read
Norwegian traveler tries Norwegian Cruise Line with happy results
Norwegian Cruise Line's colorful design carries through inside, with lively contemporary art and many other enticements. NCL's Spirit,...
Christene Meyers
Mar 11, 20194 min read
Theater in spring spells glorious goodies on the San Diego boards
Hershey Felder channels Beethoven via a father and son who knew him in Vienna in a glorious production at San Diego Repertory Theatre's...
Christene Meyers
Mar 1, 20194 min read
Why You Should Visit Madrid: Discover Spain’s Vibrant Capital City
A fine place to start your tour of Madrid is at the Royal Palace, where nearby is an 8th Century Arab wall. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" Madrid is a city that invites you to slow down, look around and enjoy the experience. As the capital of Spain, Madrid offers an exciting combination of history, culture, art, food, shopping, entertainment, and everyday Spanish life. From the magnificent Royal Palace and the elegant streets of the his
Christene Meyers
Feb 22, 20195 min read
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