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Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures


Van Gogh immersion yields lavish, hypnotic multi-media experience
Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh's life and art come to life in a mesmerizing show in Las Vegas. The show gracefully weaves...

Christene Meyers
Aug 4, 20224 min read


Utah's Tuacahn: Spectacular performing arts space in natural setting
Bruce Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers marvel at the spectacular view from Utah's Tuacahn. THEATER LOVING ROAD TRIPPERS DELIGHT IN...

Christene Meyers
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Skagway train ride is a great cruise tour shore excursion
SKAGWAY IS known perhaps best for its rugged rail ride deep into Yukon territory. We've found the best way to ease into this spectacular beauty is from an equally spectacular ship, and Norwegian Cruise Line's Bliss is a favorite.

Cookie & Keller
Jul 14, 20225 min read


Salute to the euduring Queen Elizabeth II, from a loyal American fan
Queen Elizabeth II, watches a "fly-past" of the Royal Air Force, with Prince Charles, heir to the throne, and her great-grandchildren,...

Christene Meyers
Jun 2, 20225 min read


Hawaii's Lyman Museum highlights wildlife, sea life, Polynesian travel, rich island history
Hawaii"s fascinating history is told in striking exhibits and displays at Lyman Museum in Hilo HILO MUSEUM OFFERS WORLD CLASS STUDY OF...

Christene Meyers
Apr 28, 20225 min read


World famous Hilton Waikoloa a Luxury Hotel with art creates intriguing walk-through museum in resort
This larger-than-life-size chariot with driver is among 1,800 stunning artworks at Hilton Waikoloa Village. The resort acquired a multi-million dollar collection of fascinating multi-media artwork. MAGIC OF PACIFIC OCEAN LIFE INSPIRES UNIQUE HOTEL ART COLLECTION STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER A classic selection of art pieces includes a variety of oars and weapons. Here, Bruce Keller admires them. A LUXURY HOTEL WITH its own museum. That's an apt description

Christene Meyers
Feb 17, 20224 min read


Guatemala -- Lake Atitlan calls: observe beauty, enjoy the culture, step back in time
This sleepy little corner of Guatemala has been promoting many things to do in Lake Atitlan. It's a wonderful place to get away from it all and relax.

Cookie & Keller
May 8, 20203 min read


Poet's Garden honors legacy of a fine teacher
Hollywood special effects master Andy Schoneberg and Christene Meyers at the dedication. Schoneberg did the bronze of Bruce Meyers. The three acted in several theatrical productions. Flanked by Andy Schoneberg's bronze of Bruce Kemp Meyers, his widow Christene "Cookie" Meyers welcomes an overflow crowd to the first of 10 "Bruce Bash" festivals honoring the late professor, in May of 1993. POET ALLEN GINSBERG HEADLINED GARDEN DEDICATION TO HONOR HIS ONE-TIME STUDENT Famed poet

Christene Meyers
May 3, 20194 min read


Asian cuisine travel guide: culinary traditions at a variety of restaurants, from colorful salads and soups, fish, dumplings, dishes across cultures
Step into a Vietnam restaurant and discover the vibrant world of Asian culinary traditions. Colorful salads burst with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and bright citrus flavors, while steaming bowls of soup deliver comfort and balance. Across Asia, cuisine reflects culture, history, and a love of healthy ingredients. This Asian cuisine travel guide explores dishes that are as nourishing as they are beautiful, offering a flavorful glimpse into traditions shared across cultures

Cookie & Keller
May 27, 20163 min read


Cartagena calls -- photogenic city delights with old town, street music, flowers, colonial charm
CARTAGENA is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities in Americas.
Indeed, it may be one of the world's prettiest cities, with its colorful old town, cobblestone streets, pastel plazas and brilliant clusters of bougainvillea.
Cartagena is a city for romantics, historians, beach lovers and gourmets. It is considered by many one of the America's most beautiful cities.

Cookie & Keller
May 13, 20143 min read
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