Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures

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 the raw beauty of the American West with a journey through Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks—where erupting geysers, roaming wildlife, and jagged mountain peaks create one of the most unforgettable travel experiences in the United States. From iconic landmarks to hidden scenic moments, this guide from WhereIsCookie.com reveals why these neighboring parks deserve a top spot on your travel list.

Isla de los Pájaros is a rock sticking out of the Beagle Channel, several miles offshore from Ushuaia. It gets its name because it’s home to hundreds, perhaps thousands, of birds. We take readers there on an inspiring coastal tour.

Birds are plentiful at Brevard Zoo, where guests can feed lorikeets and cockatiels. Heron and other birds native to Florida and other places enjoy the sun in beautifully landscaped grounds. These handsome longhorns snooze while Brevard Zoo visitors admire them.They are also known as Florida Scrub or Florida Native. FLORIDA ZOO IS HOME TO 900 WELL CARED FOR CRITTERS AND BIRDS, WITH OUTREACH AND EDUCATIONAL EMPHASIS AND THOUSANDS OF HAPPY FANS AND SUPPORTERS Flamingos are a fav

I've rescued hummingbirds from cats' paws and Yorkies' jaws. I gently directed one from the rear of the garage when he flew in then couldn't find his way out. (I used a large red silk scarf to guide him.) This week, we helped a hummer recover from a fall on our patio. He has returned several times, to thank us -- we think.