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Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures


CityPASS: tourist card is a key to Unlocking Fun, Culture, with Zero Stress in 17 North American Cities
CityPASS saves money. It saves time. And most importantly? It unlocks the doors to the very best experiences without the stress. Want to see more while spending less? CityPASS makes it easy to visit many of North America's top attractions with one convenient ticket. From San Diego's world-famous zoo and USS Midway Museum to iconic sights in New York, Seattle, Toronto, and beyond, discover how CityPASS can save money, reduce hassle, and help you make the most of every trip.

Cookie & Keller
Apr 237 min read


Alaska Native Heritage Center offers artful look at indigenous life today and long ago
Spend an eye-opening day at the fabulous Alaska Native Heritage Center near Anchorage.

Cookie & Keller
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Australian Museum in Sydney features engaging displays, artful cultural history
Step into Australia's oldest museum and discover a world of dinosaurs, Indigenous culture, wildlife, and fascinating natural history. Located in the heart of Sydney, the Australian Museum offers interactive exhibits and unforgettable discoveries for visitors of all ages. It's a must-see attraction that brings Australia's past, present, and future to life

Cookie & Keller
Aug 7, 20253 min read


San Diego Maritime Museum: world class enterprise offers ships, subs, displays, nautical history and a fun cruise on San Diego Bay
World class San Diego Maritime Museum offers ships, subs, displays, nautical history and a fun cruise on San Diego Bay

Cookie & Keller
May 22, 20254 min read


MoMA New York magic mesmerizes as we visit a fabulous world class museum in Manhattan
Step into one of the world's most influential art museums at New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). From iconic masterpieces by Van Gogh, Picasso, and Warhol to cutting-edge contemporary exhibits, MoMA offers an inspiring journey through modern creativity. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a first-time visitor, it's a must-see attraction in the heart of Manhattan.

Cookie & Keller
Apr 10, 20254 min read


'Museo Evita' fascinates, taking tourists into colorful life of Eva Peron
A short pleasant walk from the hop on bus takes visitors to Museo Evita. It's also an easy taxi ride from most of the centrally located...

Christene Meyers
May 2, 20245 min read


SCAD sends artful ripples from Georgia, to Hollywood and the world
Bruce Keller poses in one of the many intriguing spaces in the SCAD Museum of Art, where constantly changing exhibitions feature...

Cookie & Keller
Feb 22, 20244 min read


New Zealand's Te Papa is free and wondrous, a top world museum
The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is an architectural, cultural and artistic wonder. Wellington's delightful complex...

Christene Meyers
May 18, 20235 min read


Guitar Museum Portugal offers spectacular music from heart and soul
More than just a shop, Casa da Guitarra is a cultural center near the Sé Cathedral dedicated to the preservation of traditional Portuguese guitars

Cookie & Keller
Feb 23, 20234 min read


Museum of the Rockies Bozeman, Montana: college town, foodie haven, with nature, museums and more
Nestled in the heart of Big Sky Country, the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, Montana, is a treasure trove of history, culture, and natural beauty. Whether you're a history buff, a science enthusiast, or just looking for a unique day out, this museum offers an unforgettable experience.

Cookie & Keller
Oct 16, 20225 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


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


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


Midway marvels: historic wartime vessel engages visitors in San Diego
Interested visitors come and go on the top deck of the USS Midway. Actor Tom Cruise in "Top Gun." Press promotion shots were made aboard...

Christene Meyers
Apr 14, 20224 min read


San Diego Maritime Museum offers ships, history, views, harbor tour
Ahoy, maties! A re-enactor tells tales of a sailor's life, impersonating explorer Juan Cabrillo, aboard San Salvador at Maritime Museum of San Diego. GO DOWN TO THE SEA IN SHIPS AT A WORLD CLASS CALIFORNIA MUSEUM Christene "Cookie" Meyers and her brother Rick Cosgriffe aboard Pilot, which takes visitors on a fun harbor tour. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER IF YOU WANT a taste of the sea, with the vessels which explored the world, you won't find a better pla

Christene Meyers
Apr 7, 20224 min read


Astoria Maritime Museum offers superb look at Pacific Northwest's stormy sea connection
Crossing the fabled bar where the Columbia meets the Pacific is the focus of several exhibits at the engaging Columbia River Maritime...

Christene Meyers
Dec 9, 20213 min read


9/11 Memorial & Museum - RISING FROM THE ASHES, NEW TOWER REFLECTS AMERICA'S SPIRIT
Located on eight acres of the 16-acre World Trade Center complex, the 9/11 Memorial is a place of remembrance and contemplation within the bustle of lower Manhattan.

Christene Meyers
Sep 9, 20213 min read


Monterey Aquarium: one of the world's finest in an old fish cannery
After more than a year of closure, the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium is open for lovers of marine life once again. Masking and...

Christene Meyers
Jul 8, 20214 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


Cody's Buffalo Bill Center of the West provides returns, surprises time after time
What began as a tribute to one of America's most legendary frontiersmen has become one of the most impressive cultural attractions in the West. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Wyoming combines five museums under one roof, offering travelers an immersive journey through Western history, art, wildlife, and Native American heritage

Cookie & Keller
Jun 23, 20154 min read
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