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HOLLYWOOD came to Montana in 1969 to film a movie that would change the way the world views indigenous people. The film was "Little Big Man."

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

A troupe of actors makes its way across the U.S., as silent movies give way to the talkies. Side trips to Paris and London, with a stop in rural Montana, plus a love triangle, drug addiction, show biz flair, loyalty tested, gunslingers, jealousies and dreams. Critics praised the tone, detail, intricate relationships and colorful rendering of place, period and interesting people.

First novel by Christene "Cookie" Meyers. "Lilian's Last Dance"

Guy Fawkes Day in Yorkshire celebrates a plot's failure with bonfires, fireworks, plot toffee and fun.

ALL THE WORLD seems to enjoy a celebration, be it pagan inspired or religious based. This time of year epitomizes that. Although Halloween and autumn's religious holidays are not technically related, they occur around the same time. Besides Halloween, All Saints Day and the Day of the Dead are famously celebrated in many countries around the world.

Autumn in New York Central Park with Cookie

WE'RE Big 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.

We are working to update and transfer more than 800 articles and thousands of photos. Whereiscookie.com our new website, will offer the same tips and insights you've come to enjoy in 13 years and more than 150 countries, dozens of performances and nature stories.

Tippet Rise nature and music converge

Vancouver: bustling, busy city with multiple attractions including a splendid museum with Canada's finest artists

Spend an eye-opening day at the fabulous Alaska Native Heritage Center near Anchorage.

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.

Planning a trip to southern Oregon? The Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland combines internationally acclaimed theater, exceptional dining, historic charm, and outdoor recreation into one unforgettable travel experience. It's one of the Pacific Northwest's top cultural attractions and a must-visit destination for 2026.

The "Crown of the Continent" a million-acre mosaic of turquoise lakes, jagged peaks, and wildflower-filled meadows that truly comes alive in the summer months.