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Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures


The Sphere in Las Vegas offers mind-blowing technology merging cinema and virtual reality
The multi-billion dollar Sphere globe stands out on the city's skyline, an ever changing ball of moving landscapes, movie images and cartoon characters.
Inside the Sphere's massive auditorium, cutting-edge AI creates an immersive experience,
Keller Keller
Feb 264 min read


The Art of Banksy Without Limits: Exploring the Impact of the Iconic Artist in Del Mar
Banksy has reshaped how people think about art and its role in society. His work blurs the lines between public space and gallery, protest and performance, anonymity and fame.

Cookie & Keller
Feb 54 min read


Body Glove Hawaii fits like a charm for Kona Coast ocean activity and sightseeing pleasures
Body Glove Hawaii offers Kona Coast ocean activities, sightseeing pleasures

Cookie & Keller
Jan 264 min read


Exploring the Passion of Flamenco as it comes alive in Barcelona
Story By Christene Meyers Photos By Bruce Keller Flamenco has us hooked. This showy, emotional art form is more than a dance or musical style. It is a cultural expression -- full of emotion. Nowhere is it more alive than in southern Spain, and in a favorite city, Barcelona. For here, flamenco has found a vibrant home. A flamenco dancer performs with passion and precision in a Barcelona venue. Singers, dancers and musicians blend in flamenco, rich in tradition and a cultura
Keller Keller
Jan 154 min read


Traveling around the world with Holiday spirit! Hold it in your heart every day of the year -- enjoy our differences, appreciate friends and family and celebrate the joy of life
The season carries many meanings whether we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or simply the turning of the year.
Keller Keller
Dec 25, 20253 min read


No place like London for mixing new and old: history, food, theater, architecture, excitement
London is a striking commentary on architectural evolution. This street scene illustrates the blend of history and innovation. With dozens of medieval landmarks like the Tower of London, there are beautiful modern buildings such as The Shard, with 26 stories, dozens of restaurants, residential living and a five-star hotel.

Cookie & Keller
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Barcelona Card (Official Tourist Card) saves time and money touring Gaudi's architectural masterpieces and more
The Barcelona Card is one of the easiest ways for visitors to explore the vibrant city of Barcelona while saving both time and money. Designed for travelers who want to see more and stress less, this official tourist card bundles free public transportation with discounted or free entry to many of the city’s top museums and attractions. Instead of juggling tickets and waiting in lines, the Barcelona Card lets you focus on what matters most—wandering historic neighborhoods, adm

Cookie & Keller
Nov 20, 20252 min read


LITTLE BIG HORN SEMINAR DRAWS SCHOLARS, EXTRAS AND HISTORY BUFFS TO PONDER CLASSIC FILM
More than a half century after its release, the Montana-made movie, "Little Big Man,"is still entertaining, stimulating conversation and encouraging consideration of the plight of indigenous people and the white man's role in that. Editor's note: Christene Meyers covered the making of "Little Big Man" as a young reporter and was among panel participants discussing the Montana made movie. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER and courtesy Cinema Center Films Chie
Keller Keller
Nov 16, 20255 min read


Guy Fawkes Day
Guy Fawkes Day celebrates a plot's failure with bonfires, fireworks,

Christene Meyers
Nov 5, 20253 min read


Halloween, sacred days abroad blend religious traditions, pagan fun, new and old customs
A pumpkin carving contest on Queen Mary 2, offered a mix of spooky and amusing results, some irreverent, some ghoulish. Travelers find Halloween displays along with Day of the Dead and All Saints Day decor in hotels in Europe, Mexico, and other countries around the world as autumn holidays and celebrations merge and overlap. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" ALL THE WORLD seems to enjoy a celebration, be it pagan inspired or religious bas
Keller Keller
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Vancouver Big Bus Tour has large personality fun options
WE'RE 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.

Cookie & Keller
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Tippet Rise adds fall concerts, play, biking, hiking to world famous venue
Tippet Rise nature and music converge

Christene Meyers
Oct 2, 20253 min read


Vancouver: bustling, busy city has splendid museum with Canada's finest artists
Vancouver: bustling, busy city has splendid museum with Canada's finest artists
Keller Keller
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Alaska Railroad features close-up views of nature's vast and magnificent scenery
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.

Cookie & Keller
Sep 11, 20253 min read


High Line's hurrah: Wondrous park reflects New York's spirit, diversity
Highline walkway, New York City

Christene Meyers
Aug 21, 20253 min read


Central Park's wonders attract international crowd to enjoy variety, beauty
Central Park New York by whereiscookie.Com

Christene Meyers
Aug 14, 20253 min read


Grand Hotel in Big Timber, Montana, undergoes facelift to glory days
Grand Hotel. Big Timber

Christene Meyers
Jul 24, 20255 min read


Shakespeare in the Parks tours the west in ambitious 53rd season
Shakespeare in the Park

Christene Meyers
Jul 17, 20254 min read


Take a tasty bite of Brisbane on a fun, enlightening food & history tour
Food tour Brisbane

Christene Meyers
Jul 10, 20255 min read


Big Bus pleasures: wonderful worldwide way to hit a city's high spots
Discover North America’s top cities with Big Bus Tours. Hop-on hop-off buses make sightseeing easy while visiting famous landmarks and neighborhoods with a popular hop-on, hop-off format that operates open-top double-decker bus tours in many of the world’s top travel destinations. The flexible routes stop at major landmarks and attractions, allowing visitors to explore cities at their own pace while listening to guided commentary about the history, culture and highlights

Cookie & Keller
Jun 19, 20255 min read
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