Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures

ON THE grounds of California's first movie studio, imagination continues to reign. In the enchanting Museum of Latin American Art, contemporary works by acclaimed artists from around the world challenge viewers to ponder and offer fresh perspectives. Friendly, inviting, interactive, MoLAA welcomes, tests and teases the viewer -- urging participation in a fresh, new vision.

IT WAS A GLORIOUS meeting! Two queens -- one elderly, the other a fairly new kid on the royal block -- were side by side for a day in the harbor at Long Beach, California. It was a Cunard family reunion with a cast of thousands -- dignitaries and local ship lovers.

Few places capture the romance of the golden age of ocean travel quite like the Queen Mary. Permanently docked in Long Beach, this legendary ocean liner has welcomed visitors for decades as a floating hotel, museum, and entertainment destination. Summer 2026 is an exciting time to visit as she celebrates her 92nd anniversary with exhibits, events, movie nights, waterfront entertainment, guided tours and immersive experiences for visitors of all ages.