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The Getty Center Museum is large -- like its benefactor's appetite for art and beauty. The multi-building complex is the legacy of...

Dolphin bonanza: we happened to be on the water when a pod of 5,000 dolphins hit the coast off southern California. This close-up of one of them shows what spectacular creatures they are. THIS WEEK'S FEATURE: Whale watch! WHALE OF A TALE IN THE CHANNEL ISLANDS WHERE DOLPHINS ARE THE MAIN EVENT ON DELIGHTFUL ADVENTURE STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER Whale watching in Ventura THE MIGRATION of the whale is one of nature's most impressive odysseys. Being on

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Fires continue to destroy structures mid-day Wednesday. Containment percentages are increasing, according to L.A. mayor. Because of...

It had been Keller's dream to sail an America's Cup yacht since Dennis Connor became an international hero. The dream came true in St. Maarten.

Dream big and start checking off that travel bucket list idea. From gliding across continents on sleek trains to drifting along storied rivers by boat or soaring over oceans by plane, the world is waiting. Promise yourself one unforgettable journey this year—ride a legendary rail line, cruise a hidden waterway, or fly somewhere you’ve always dreamed of. Adventure begins the moment you decide to go.

Christmas morning on Hawaii, "the Big Island," presents a double rainbow to passengers aboard a Body Glove trip down the Kona coast....

FOR 25 FRUITFUL years, he transformed Lanzarote to an imaginative place, where nature and architecture blend. It's a playground for imagination. Perhaps no single man has had a greater influence on a place. Only Gaudi comes to mind, in his contributions to Barcelona. For working with Lanzarote's volcanic landscapes, Manrique insisted there be no tall buildings.

Dolphins aplenty in Gibraltar Bay. It's exciting,, but Gibraltar offers Gardens, wildlife, cable car adventure, dining and friendly folk.

Jambalaya is a tradition for Thanksgiving in many southern homes. Cajun appetizers also make Thanksgiving special. We'll share an easy...

SAN JUAN is a vibrant mix of stately buildings, towering trees, lively cafes, posh nightclubs, glitzy resorts, simple street food carts, plazas to people watch, museums, beach life and more. It's an enticing blend.

The El Yunque Rain Forest is one of the smallest, yet with a most diverse "repertoire" to behold. "I went to the woods because I wished...

Discover Lisbon's historic neighborhoods, colorful streets, and iconic viewpoints on a guided tuk-tuk tour. It's a fun and comfortable way to experience the city's rich history, vibrant culture, and hidden gems without climbing Lisbon's famous hills.

A stately mansion in Ponce, Puerto Rico, is said to have ghosts. Castillo Serrallés (Spanish for Serrallés Castle) was built by a rum...

HOW DOES ONE make Shakespeare palatable to groups of fidgety youngsters? Montana Shakespeare in the Schools has the answer and is sharing it with thousands of kids in small towns across two states. Make it lively! Dress the actors in eye-catching costumes and have them speak distinctly so kids can understand the lines. Throw in physical humor and dance steps to keep things moving.