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This recipe for Char Siu came from a sweet old Vietnamese woman we met on a bike tour in Vietnam. Ba Diem didn't have specific measurements (like my Irish grandmother.) So improvise and use your best judgment. Here's her ancient and delicious recipe.

The Wynn in Las Vegas goes in for the holidays in a big way. Like everything in this exciting, colorful city, it's larger than life and...

Cygnet's final holiday show in its longtime venue in Old Town features a spirited production with a genuine heart, the classic "A...

Discover the serene beauty of Portland’s Oregon Grotto, a hidden spiritual oasis with gardens, art, and peaceful views perfect for your next Portland visit.

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

Cocoa Village boasts a super food tasting experience with entrepreneur Halim Urban, who runs his popular tour with wife Jessica. With 20...

Depoe Bay, often called the “Whale Watching Capital of the Oregon Coast,” offers one of the best chances anywhere to see gray whales up close. Between June and October, a group of about 200 so-called resident gray whales—members of the Pacific Coast Feeding Group—stay along the central Oregon coast instead of migrating all the way to Alaska. Around 40 of these familiar giants frequent the waters between Lincoln City and Newport, drawn by rich feeding grounds just offshore.

Experience dinner and live theater at the Oregon Cabaret Theatre in Ashland, Oregon. This intimate venue pairs top-tier performances with delicious dining in a historic setting, making it a must-do for travelers exploring Southern Oregon’s vibrant arts scene.

TONY WINNING FESTIVAL SURVIVES FIRES, LAYOFFS, TURMOIL, PANDEMIC, FINANCIAL WOES STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER The audience begins to file in and take seats in preparation for "The Three Musketeers" at Allen Elizabethan Theater. The "pre show" Green Show is a tradition at Oregon Shakespeare, which has struggled since COVID and fires put a serious strain on the much loved fest. Oregon Shakespeare's outdoor venue, the Allen Elizabethan Theater, presents t

Wearing leis at Hilton Hawaiian Village are Bruce William Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers. The lei is an ancient tradition of...

IT'S EASY to fall in love with Madeira for its variety: ragged forests, pretty beachfront, fine art, culture of many kinds including music and fine food.

Rome is more than ancient ruins and famous piazzas—it's a city where music, art, and history come alive around every corner. During the summer of 2026, we discovered the magic of an intimate Vivaldi concert inside a centuries-old church, proving that some of Rome's greatest experiences aren't planned at all. From candlelit performances and world-class festivals to spontaneous street musicians, discover why Rome remains one of Europe's most inspiring cultural destinations and

One of Big Sky Country's treasured institutions is Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, beloved by thousands for its energy, dedication and rich history. Grab your lawn chair and enjoy the Bard in Big Sky Country! Since 1973, Montana Shakespeare in the Parks (MSIP) has brought free, professional theater to rural communities. Originating as a small outreach program, this beloved tradition has blossomed into a cherished regional phenomenon.

Norwegian Cruise Lines is known for its flashy artwork and distinctive designs on the ship. Here, NCL's Getaway is photographed on a...

Bruce Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers take a pause for a selfie, framed by the skeleton of a dinosaur on the beautiful "Jurassic Park" backdrop at Kualoa Ranch, on Oahu. FROM MOVIES TO ZIP LINE, BIKES, HORSEBACK RIDES, TREE PLANTING, KUALOA RANCH OFFERS TOURISTIC FUN STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER Keller, Cookie and their fabulous guide on Kualoa Ranch. PUT YOURSELF on set. You're right there in Jurassic Park, escaping growling dinosaurs, running for y

The famous Sydney Opera House is aglow with "Pride" colors, a proud rainbow celebrating Australia's strong support of the progress toward inclusion, tolerance and embrace of all people. PRIDE month encourages professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER LGBT Pride Month is celebrated worldwide. It stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month, celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Sto

The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is an architectural, cultural and artistic wonder. Wellington's delightful complex...