With the official start of fall just around the corner, it won’t be long until we get to experience Alabama’s beautiful fall colors. Listed below, we’ve included three versions of the map from the website www.SmokyMountains.com that predicts what we can expect from North America’s fall 2020 foliage. Take a look below to see how Alabama’s fall 2020 foliage compares to that of last year, which can be seen is this article....
You don’t have to go far to experience Louisiana’s natural landscape. Tucked away in the central part of the state is an enchanting emerald nature trail that will quickly become your go-to hike for those days when you just need to get away from it all. Gas up the car, because today we’re headed to Chicot State Park, one of the most beautiful state parks in Louisiana that has one of the most incredible boardwalk trails you’ll ever hike....
If groovy, different and totally unique is what makes your heart smile – The Double Musky Inn in Girdwood is where you need to head for dinner. The Mardi Gras style of decor, exquisitely lively and efficient staff, beautiful stained glass, warm solarium and epic (and seemingly never-ending) wine cellar is what makes this one of the most happenin’ places in all of Alaska. Oh wait, did we mention the food?...
Have you always wanted to see the Northern Lights in person? It’s a bucket list item for many people. You’d normally have to travel far north into Canada, Iceland, or Alaska to see the Aurora Borealis, but the next two nights, you just may be able to spot it from Maryland! That’s right — it’s all due to a current geomagnetic storm, which you can learn more about below. Read on for the details and keep your eyes on the sky....
This summer has been an exciting time for night sky observers. Just last month we observed the recently-discovered Comet NEOWISE grace our night skies, and this month also has something exciting in store—the Perseid meteor shower! One of the most beloved meteor showers, seeing this epic display of soaring meteors should definitely be on your to-do list. Here’s all you need to know about catching one of the brightest meteor showers of the year....
Tennessee doesn’t mess around when it comes to barbecue, and the only difficult decision folks have when it comes to succulent, indulgent platters is choosing where to go to order them. Ridgewood Barbecue is located in Bluff City, and it’s known as a historic and delicious hot spot when you’re craving a good plate of meat. Learn more about it below! Ridgewood BBQ - GoogleMaps Ridgewood Barbecue is a locally owned and operated eatery located in Bluff City, Tennessee....
Stunning, magical, whimsical…these are just a few words that have been used to describe Edgewood Orchard Galleries – and each is completely fitting. The grounds feature a historic barn brimming with art in an array of mediums, but that’s not even the best part. The best part is definitely the sculpture garden, which winds through the woods, offering visitors the chance to embark on an adventure like no other. Take a look:...
If you’ve ever been truly hungry you already know that there’s nothing like the perfect burger to satiate a serious hunger pang. A lot of people might be okay with simply pulling into a fast food joint and getting something quick and inexpensive, but we believe you’re worth more than that! Especially if you love a little bit of adventure. Make your way to a small town in the White Mountains and you’ll be glad you did!...
One of the best holiday traditions here in the Hawkeye State is heading to your local city and shopping for holiday gifts downtown! This year, though, many people are choosing to shop early and online, and the Iowa City Downtown Holiday Market has adjusted to meet these new demands. For the first time, the whole market is online! Support your favorite Iowa City small businesses right from the comfort of your own home....
As fall colors start to sweep through Rhode Island, our thoughts turn to all of our favorite autumn traditions. And while some seasonal celebrations won’t look quite the same this year, we can still have a beautiful season. On that note, we highly recommend planning at least one visit to the Hard-Pressed Cider Company for some hand-crafted cider and delicious donuts. You’ll find the Hard-Pressed Cider Company at Windmist Farm n Jamestown, where fresh cider has been served since its 2011 beginnings....
Small town Mississippi is home to some quirky sites. For instance, it’s in a small town that you’ll find The Apron Museum. As the name implies, it’s a museum dedicated to aprons. But what the moniker doesn’t tell you is that it’s the world’s largest apron museum. Take a look: If you’re searching for a unique day trip destination, you’ll find it in Iuka, a small town in Tishomingo County....
Are you hungry, Kansas? Here’s a few of our favorite hometown Kansas restaurants that we’ve been thinking about. We think any restaurant can be a hometown restaurant if they have enough care and friendly service. Homestyle food is just too good to narrow down to one spot! These restaurants also aren’t in any sort of order, so no worries about who we think is best. Honestly, it’s too hard to choose just one....
Looking for some new trivia topics to (hopefully) impress your dinner guests? If you’re looking for some new things to say about our state, here are 15 little known facts about Arizona that, at the very least, raise some eyebrows in wonder. Arizona territory could have joined the Union earlier. Grand Canyon National Park/Flickr Had voters approved the measure to be added with New Mexico in becoming one massive state, we could have celebrated statehood sooner....
From mountains and caves, to waterfalls and canyons, Alabama is home to many natural wonders. In fact, some of these natural wonders are among the best in the United States, and even world. Listed below are nine natural wonders that truly define Alabama and belong on your outdoor bucket list. Please note, Dismals Canyon is open seasonally, so check their webpage prior to visiting. Cheaha Mountain - Delta flickr/Brian Collins With an elevation of 2,407 feet, Cheaha Mountain is Alabama’s highest natural point....
Drive-ins have made quite the comeback this year, largely due to the pandemic. In addition to the local drive-ins in Missouri, several companies are putting on special events. Walmart, for example, will be hosting a series of drive-ins across the United States this fall. If you’re lucky, you might be able to snag a free ticket to the Walmart drive-in in Missouri in October. Walmart will transform its parking lots across the United States, this fall, into classic drive-in theaters, showing such classics as “E....
What’s more awesome (and romantic) than taking a winter stroll through fresh snow to look at holiday lights with the person of your choice? That’s easy: what about taking a horse-drawn carriage ride through the fresh snow to look at holiday lights? Dream Coach Carriages is a fairy-tale dream come true. Dream Coach Carriages/Facebook There’s something about late autumn and winter that seems to inspire us all to get out and appreciate the beauty of the world around us....
These days we all need a little happiness, joy and ease and we all find that in different places. Some head for the woods where the trees will block out much of the clatter of every day life. Others head for the beach where the waves soothe their soul and the salty air cures some sadness. Still others turn to hobbies and activities that keep them busy. If you fall into that last category we have just the place for you!...
Even when you live in the most beautiful state in the country, a change of scenery is always appreciated. In fact, we may never take a quiet getaway for granted again after this tumultuous year. And you certainly don’t have to leave Montana to enjoy a refreshing vacation — in fact, we recommend that you stick around. If you have the privilege of being able to work remotely or you’ve got vacation time saved up from not traveling this year, head to Whitefish and book this magnificent vacation home on VRBO....
Pennsylvania is home to some of the best sandwiches in the world. We have the hotly contested Philadelphia cheesesteak, for which there is no authoritative “best” shop — you’re going to have to try out Pat’s, Geno’s, and the other local cheesesteak shops to decide for yourself. Then, we have the famous Primanti Bro’s sandwiches that include the french fries right on the sandwich. Radical. Beyond those two landmark sandwich making pieces of history, we have tons and tons of wonderful sub shops....
Mercer County, West Virginia is a waterfall hunter’s paradise. There are multiple falls within mere miles from one another, including Brush Creek Falls, which is one of the largest cascades in West Virginia. It’s a beautiful spot to sit and watch the roaring water from the pebbled river-stone beach at its base. But unless you get down on the level with the bottom of the falls, you might not realize what other fascinating natural formation Brush Creek Falls features: a cave hollowed out of the river rock that curves back behind the waterfall!...
