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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


The Sphere in Las Vegas offers mind-blowing technology merging cinema and virtual reality
The multi-billion dollar Sphere globe stands out on the city's skyline, an ever changing ball of moving landscapes, movie images and cartoon characters.
Inside the Sphere's massive auditorium, cutting-edge AI creates an immersive experience,
Keller Keller
Feb 264 min read


Whale watching wonders in Dana Point and Oceanside: Top Southern California Tours
Set out along the Southern California coast for an unforgettable whale watching adventure from Dana Point and Oceanside. Known for year-round sightings, these coastal harbors offer front-row views of migrating gray whales, blue whales, dolphins, and more. From winter migrations to summer giants, each trip brings a new ocean story making this stretch of the Pacific one of the best whale watching destinations in the world.

Cookie & Keller
Feb 126 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


Discovering Paradise Point a Hidden Gem in Mission Bay Park San Diego
Nestled within the expansive Mission Bay Park in San Diego, Paradise Point offers a unique escape blending natural beauty, recreational activities, with a touch of luxury. This hidden gem is a destination beloved by locals for years. It offers a wealth of experiences for all tastes -- both for those seeking a peaceful, inexpensive retreat and those in search of an active day by the water with all the resort amenities
Keller Keller
Jan 65 min read


Guy Fawkes Day
Guy Fawkes Day celebrates a plot's failure with bonfires, fireworks,

Christene Meyers
Nov 5, 20253 min read


Halloween, sacred days abroad blend religious traditions, pagan fun, new and old customs
A pumpkin carving contest on Queen Mary 2, offered a mix of spooky and amusing results, some irreverent, some ghoulish. Travelers find Halloween displays along with Day of the Dead and All Saints Day decor in hotels in Europe, Mexico, and other countries around the world as autumn holidays and celebrations merge and overlap. STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" ALL THE WORLD seems to enjoy a celebration, be it pagan inspired or religious bas
Keller Keller
Oct 30, 20253 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


We've moved -- excited to share our new look!
Whereiscookie.Com our new website

Christene Meyers
Oct 16, 20251 min read


Tippet Rise adds fall concerts, play, biking, hiking to world famous venue
Tippet Rise nature and music converge

Christene Meyers
Oct 2, 20253 min read


Vancouver: bustling, busy city has splendid museum with Canada's finest artists
Vancouver: bustling, busy city has splendid museum with Canada's finest artists
Keller Keller
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Alaska Railroad features close-up views of nature's vast and magnificent scenery
PICTURE YOURSELF relaxing in a comfy train car, beverage of choice in hand, watching the world's most spectacular scenery glide by.
You've got a front-row sea to nature's wonders with a spectacular adventure on Alaska Railroad.
The popular rail offers a variety of day trip adventures to some of the state's iconic sights -- from snow-capped mountains to picturesque villages and the ever changing landscape of the sea.

Cookie & Keller
Sep 11, 20253 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...

Christene Meyers
Aug 7, 20253 min read



Christene Meyers
Jul 31, 20255 min read


Grand Hotel in Big Timber, Montana, undergoes facelift to glory days
Grand Hotel. Big Timber

Christene Meyers
Jul 24, 20255 min read


Goats galore in Maui: enterprise yields quality tours, cheese and more
Surfing Goat dairy

Christene Meyers
Jun 26, 20255 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


City Cruises offers smooth sailing, tasty fare, elegance, beautiful sights
City Cruises by whereiscookie.Com

Christene Meyers
Jun 5, 20254 min read


Two award winning aquariums offer insights into life under the sea
Marine aquariums devoted to the underwater magic

Christene Meyers
May 29, 20256 min read
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