Travel Stories, Cruise Reviews, and Cultural Adventures

First novel by Christene "Cookie" Meyers. "Lilian's Last Dance"

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.

A positive travel mindset is crucial to a successful trip. So in hopes of helping fellow travelers, we devised "Travel's Ten Commandments." We hope it will enhance your travels, encourages you, gives you ideas and inspires you to create your own travel code. You can adapt it to fit your own lifestyle and desires.

THE SUMMER of 1968 was a memorable one for this reporter. I was not yet 20, but that year I fell in love with my writing professor, traveled to Europe with a girlfriend, covered the Miss America pageant, joined a women's rights protest, interviewed Playboy Bunnies and danced with Diane Keaton on the stage of "Hair."