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Cave Houses of Puglia Road Trip, Part 2: Matera and the fascinating UNESCO site
Explore the Cave Houses of Matera, Italy. Discover the Sassi region, UNESCO history, cave hotels, and the best things to do in Matera.

Cookie & Keller
24 hours ago6 min read


Southern Puglia Road Trip, Part 1 of 3: Small Towns, Coastal Gems, Senic Drives from Lecce
Travel Tips for Southern Puglia Road Trip: Small Towns and Coastal Gems from Lecce

Cookie & Keller
Apr 306 min read


CityPASS: tourist card is a key to Unlocking Fun, Culture, with Zero Stress in 18 North American Cities
CityPASS saves money. It saves time. And most importantly? It unlocks the doors to the very best experiences without the stress.

Cookie & Keller
Apr 237 min read


Best Circle Island Tour of Oahu by E Noa: Culture, Coastlines & Pure Aloha Spirit
Best comprehensive Oahu tour blends scenery, history, cultural landmarks, island food, personal in an unforgettable day

Cookie & Keller
Apr 167 min read


Waikiki Secret Food Tour: A Delicious Walk Through Paradise in Hawaii's shops, cafes
Why Take a Waikiki Food Tour?
Waikiki has hundreds of restaurants, cafes and snack shops. It can be overwhelming. A guided Honolulu food tour takes the guesswork out of the experience and introduces you to places you might walk past, without realizing what you’re missing.
Secret Food Tours Honolulu
with our savvy local guide, Stella, we explored hidden corners, learned about Hawaiian history, and tasted seven carefully curated stops each representing a different flavor of the

Cookie & Keller
Apr 28 min read


Route 66 Museum, Kingman, Arizona, is a Must-See Stop For Travelers
Route 66 Museum in Kingman Arizona has strong interest decades after the famous roadway was established. Known as the "Main Street of America," this historic highway has inspired countless travelers to explore its unique blend of Americana, nostalgia, and adventure.

Cookie & Keller
Mar 195 min read


Ghosts of the Gaslamp: A Haunted Walking Tour of San Diego with US Ghost Adventures
The Horton Grand Hotel - Named after Alonzo Horton (who helped build modern San Diego), the hotel is rumored to house the ghost of Roger Whitaker, a gambler who never checked out.

Cookie & Keller
Mar 54 min read


Las Vegas Sphere Guide: What It’s Like Inside, Tips & Is It Worth It?
Step inside the future of entertainment at the Las Vegas Sphere—where massive visuals, immersive sound, and mind-blowing design redefine what a live experience can be. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Cookie & Keller
Feb 264 min read


Las Vegas shows - Ticket Tips, Highlights, Discount Ideas for Sin City's Greatest
Las Vegas shows - Ticket Tips, Highlights, Discount Ideas for Sin City's Greatest

Cookie & Keller
Feb 196 min read


Scottsdale Segway Tour for a fun tour showing off the city in new light
A Scottsdale Segway tour is the best way to see the town's historic
Old Town, learn about local landmarks and soak up desert scenery.

Cookie & Keller
Jan 294 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


Arizona Food Tours: Eating Your Way Through Old Town Scottsdale in a Fun, Flavor-Packed Adventure
Old Town Scottsdale is a food lover’s playground, blending Southwestern flavors, modern culinary creativity, and vibrant desert culture. On an Arizona food tour, you’ll stroll historic streets while sampling Sonoran specialties, chef-driven small plates, and local sweets. From lively taco spots to craft cocktail bars, each stop reveals a taste of Scottsdale’s past and present one delicious bite at a time

Cookie & Keller
Jan 226 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


Autumn in New York: colors, sunshine, fewer crowds -- time to relish the city's fall splendor
Autumn in New York Central Park with Cookie

Cookie & Keller
Oct 23, 20252 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


Vancouver: bustling city, multiple attractions: Splendid museum has Canada's finest
Vancouver: bustling, busy city with multiple attractions including a splendid museum with Canada's finest artists

Cookie & Keller
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Australian Museum features engaging displays, artful cultural history
The venerable Australian Museum is centrally located in Sydney, Australia, a treasure trove of art, nature inspired history, intriguing indigenous people displays and much more. SPLENDID SCIENCE, CULTURE, NATURE AWAIT IN THE HEART OF SYDNEY STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" AN ENRICHING, ENLIGHTENING museum awaits visitors to Sydney. The place is a gathering spot for tourists and locals. Here, we observe wonders from around the world, e

Cookie & Keller
Aug 7, 20253 min read



Christene Meyers
Jul 31, 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


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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