Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures

Nestled beneath the towering granite walls of Yosemite National Park, the legendary The Ahwahnee—now known as the Majestic Yosemite Hotel—has welcomed presidents, royalty, and Hollywood icons for nearly a century. Opened in 1927, this grand mountain lodge blends Native American, Art Deco, and Arts and Crafts design with breathtaking views of the valley’s soaring cliffs and waterfalls. From elegant dining to fireside storytelling, a stay or visit here offers a glimpse into the

These delicate little jewels have a revered place in myths, legends and folklore stories from many cultures. The symbolic meaning of the butterfly is part of the draw of Victoria Butterfly Gardens, which attracts thousands of visitors each year to study and appreciate these magnificent inhabitants of the planet. We strolled around the beautifully laid out exhibit north of Victoria, B.C., not far from the famed Butchart Gardens.

Cookie and Keller enjoy the view from high atop the trees on "Cliffwalk," one of several adventures at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Vancouver, B.C. The bridge has attracted crowds for a century plus. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS Tourists from around the world visit Vancouver's Capilano Suspension Bridge Park to commune with nature via bridges, trails, tree houses. PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER The Capilano Suspension Bridge Park offers a full day of adventures, climbs, walks, tot

Still packing concert halls and receiving standing ovations, Tony Bennett gives a gracious nod to his music director and accompanist,...

San Diego Repertory Theater's "Disgraced" tackles contemporary issues of race, religion and class in the modern world. The actors are...

Stunning sunset over Vancouver from the Blue Horizon Hotel, which offers small, enticing balconies with splendid views. TOURISTS CAN HIKE, BOAT, WHALE WATCH, DINE, HOP A TROLLEY, SAIL, STROLL, RELAX, ROW A BOAT! Vancouver's night skyline is beautiful in the water's reflection. Harbour Cruises offers a splendid sunset dinner cruise with this view. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER Cookie and Keller enjoy Harbour Cruises' sunset dinner cruise, which offers a lo

Butchart Gardens delights, amazes, with fabulous flowers, theme plantings, artful global collections

Discover the dazzling world of Chihuly Garden and Glass in Seattle, where vibrant glass sculptures transform galleries, lush gardens, and the iconic Glasshouse into an unforgettable work of art. Whether you're an art lover or first-time visitor, this colorful attraction offers one of the city's most inspiring and photogenic experiences.

Jazzercisers hit the Midway stage in San Diego Saturday, raising voices and big bucks in the fight against breast cancer.

Experience unforgettable whale watching in Juneau, Alaska, where humpback whales, orcas, and stunning coastal scenery create the adventure of a lifetime.

Experience one of the Pacific Northwest's most unforgettable adventures with Puget Sound Express. From breathtaking encounters with majestic orcas and humpback whales to stunning views of rugged coastlines and snow-capped mountains, every voyage offers a front-row seat to the incredible marine wildlife of Washington's Salish Sea.

Old Piney Dell grew from a mountain cabin to a world class restaurant with old world European service and offerings. WOULD RESTAURANT HOLD UP TO MEMORIES OF YORE? YES, RECENT TASTY TRIP PROVED Rock Creek Resort grew up around Old Piney Dell restaurant. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER The rustic charm of Old Piney Dell remains through the decades. WHEN OLD PINEY DELL was becoming the legendary Carbon County eatery it is today, I was a youngster growing up i

NONE OF US knows what's around the corner -- or how long we have on this treasured Earth. Thus we must continue to try, if we have any sense at all, to roll with the punches, be thankful, relish each day.. Take a road trip to explore and learn

From Sugar Loaf to Ipanema, Latin city serves up samba, sports, scenery and scanty clothes

Discover why the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, Montana, is one of the state's must-see attractions. From spectacular dinosaur fossils and Montana's T. rex to Yellowstone, Montana history and the Taylor Planetarium, this Bozeman museum offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.