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Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures


Ketchikan shore excursions: eagles, waterfalls, totems and a smuggling bordello
Discover why Ketchikan is one of Alaska's most beloved cruise ports. From historic Creek Street and towering totem poles to incredible wildlife viewing, salmon fishing, and scenic floatplane tours, this picturesque coastal town offers the perfect introduction to Alaska's natural beauty and rich Indigenous heritage

Cookie & Keller
Jul 7, 20225 min read


Awesome Oslo: Norway's capital, handsome hybrid of old, new and artsy
Oslo is a proud city, which grew from a rustic 9th Century village to a bustling region of nearly a million people.

Cookie & Keller
Sep 11, 20204 min read


Stockholm highlights: Splendor, surprise from Abba Museum to Nobel Hall and more
STOCKHOLM is a city of water, museums, street markets, stately squares, lively arts, buskers, pomp and subway art to knock your socks off. It's a city of contrasts, home to the Nobel Prize ceremonies, a museum celebrating the musical group, ABBA, a famous ship museum and a connection to rock legend Frank Zappa.
Inhabited for years by the Danes, it has been Swedish territory since 1523 and underwent a renaissance in the 18th century.

Cookie & Keller
Aug 28, 20203 min read


Amsterdam Travel Guide: Culture, Canals, and Timeless Dutch Charm
Amsterdam blends centuries of cultural heritage with a vibrant modern lifestyle. From its UNESCO-listed canals to legendary museums and historic neighborhoods, the city offers an unforgettable European travel experience filled with art, history, and atmosphere

Cookie & Keller
Oct 4, 20195 min read


New York at Night: Glitz, glamour from Hornblower Cruise to Hell's Kitchen
Experience New York City after dark aboard a City Cruises dinner cruise. Sail past the Statue of Liberty, admire the dazzling Manhattan skyline, glide beneath the Brooklyn Bridge, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of fine dining and spectacular waterfront views. It's one of the most memorable ways to discover the magic of New York at night.

Cookie & Keller
Aug 16, 20194 min read


Venice visit: Vital, captivating voluptuous city speaks to the romantic's soul
Venice remains one of the world’s most magical destinations, where centuries of art, history, and culture rise from the water. Our visit revealed both the romance of the floating city and the growing challenges of over tourism, including new visitor taxes designed to protect this unforgettable Italian treasure.

Cookie & Keller
Jul 19, 20194 min read


Paris travel guide beckons for fabulous fun in springtime, summer, winter, fall.....
Paris is as intoxicating as a cocktail or a brothel on a Saturday night, as sophisticated as the best-dressed dandy at opera's opening night. It assails the senses like no other city, beckoning one to sip of the elixir, stay a while and let Paris cast its spell.

Cookie & Keller
Mar 9, 20184 min read


Battle of Crete Memorial: Resilience, bravery in a beautiful setting, a must see on a Greece tour
Beyond Crete’s famous beaches and bustling towns lies a quieter, deeply moving side of the island its serene cemeteries. Tucked among olive groves and overlooking the sea, these peaceful spaces offer a glimpse into local life, memory, and timeless tradition.

Cookie & Keller
May 23, 20144 min read
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