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Okay, Harry Potter fans, you’ve got a brand new bucket list item! You’ve probably read all the books, watched all the movies multiple times, and have gone to all of the local Harry Potter festivals. Now, you can test your sleuthing skills at this Harry Potter themed escape room near Pittsburgh with all of your fellow Harry Potter pals. On your mark. Get set. Go! You’ve got only an hour - a mere 60 minutes - to search for the wizard’s stone when you embark on the Harry Potter-Search for the Stone challenge at the Escape Room Clarion....

When it comes to historic places, Wyoming has done an incredible job of preserving some of the most culturally significant sites in America. Our petroglyph sites are second-to-none, and you can visit one of the most delicate and impressive places just outside of Thermopolis. Legend Rock is maintained by Hot Springs State Park, and it’s considered one of Thermopolis, Wyoming’s most impressive and culturally significant attractions. Google Local / Brenda Czarnecki...

It’s a beautiful spot to hang out, dip your feet in, and explore during times when the water moves freely. Have you been through Deep Creek and Pillsbury Crossing before to enjoy this Kansas waterfall? It’s a must-see for sure, and belongs on every bucket list. If you’ve got the urge to mark something on your bucket list, this waterfall is one of our best. Today’s adventure is all about Pillsbury Crossing, a beautiful area of Kansas that you might not think twice about passing on the highway on your travels....

Anyone who’s ever been to a festival knows that no matter what the festival is, the food available can make or break it. Great food elevates even the most modest festivals to new heights, but Cleveland has no shortage of amazing festivals with amazing food (and amazing food festivals). From cultural events to celebrations of specific products, here are the 15 festivals in Cleveland that foodies absolutely must attend! Taste of Tremont Taste of Tremont/Facebook Visit beautiful and trendy Tremont, and sample offerings from local restaurants....

Ramen is all the rage these days in Illinois. If you’re in Chicago, it seems like every street corner has savory noodles waiting to be slurped. But if you don’t live in the city, really good ramen can become rare. These restaurants outside of Chicago will take care of that problem. As it turns out, there’s a sublime selection of ramen waiting to be discovered across the state. Ozu Ramen (Champaign)...

Whether you’re tired of fighting crowds at chain supermarkets or are simply looking to stock up on farm-fresh, homemade goods, you’re sure to be pleased with a visit to Amish House Market! Aptly named, the store is stocked with an amazing array of Amish goods. With everything from old-fashioned candies and just-baked goodies to hand-crafted furniture, this is one store every Wisconsinite needs to explore at least once. Take a look:...

What’s the first thing you’ll do when our beautiful state safely opens back up? Will you go on a restaurant tour or catch every live performance you can? We hope that gathering a group of friends and heading to Escape Rhode Island is on your list. While these wild themed escape rooms have stayed open during Covid, the reduced capacity and mandates have limited the group size and duration. We think this seems like a perfect post-pandemic celebration spot....

You just can’t beat a summer evening at the drive-in, no matter how old you are or what type of films you like. Going to the drive-in is as classic a summer experience as catching lightning bugs, hurrying to eat ice cream as it melts, and lounging at the beach. Super 322 Drive-In in Pennsylvania has been showing double features for more than seven decades, and it’s definitely worth a visit....

Take what you know about the hot dog and throw it out the window, because there’s one tasty restaurant near New Orleans that’s serving up some of the best hot dogs in Louisiana, and you need to try one. Gas up the car, because today we’re headed to Slidell to check out Bruiser’s, a funky little joint with hot dogs to die for. Let’s check it out. Welcome to Bruiser’s, affectionately known as “The Hot Dog Place....

There are lots of great foods to try in Maine and it’s often hard to choose a favorite. But, of course, lobster rolls are typically high on many lists. Tourists flock to the state in the summer gobbling them up throughout the state. But, what do we do when they’re out of season? Easy! Choose any of the other great things on offer in Vacationland, starting with the ones on this list....

There’s a lot of things to do at most nature centers, but most nature centers aren’t like this one. Chaplin is a great place for those who love hiking and exploring forested areas, but they also have a beautiful staircase and huge chair to climb while you’re here. If you love climbing and beautiful areas of Kansas, Chaplin Nature Center is perfect for your next trip. Welcome to a beautiful area of Kansas called Chaplin Nature Center, a park in Ark City that’s simply stunning as well as fun....

Northwest Kansas isn’t known for culinary celebrities, but we think this restaurant is worth a stop whenever you’re in town. If you’ve been hungry on your drives in the area, we have the perfect place for you to stop by during your road trips or travels. Let’s head through Hoxie for a bit to eat fancy without the frills. Welcome to The Elephant Bistro, where you can indulge in fine dining foods without the dress code or stuffy atmosphere....

If you’re a fan of Star Wars, then Cheesesteak Rebellion belongs on your bucket list. Recently opened, it’s like a dream come true for fans of the classic movie franchise, and that’s because it’s completely inspired by Star Wars – from the décor to the menu. Take a look: When you’re ready to join the rebellion, head to Green Bay, which is now home to Cheesesteak Rebellion, Wisconsin’s very own Star Wars-themed restaurant....

There’s nowhere on earth quite as satisfying as a used bookstore, is there? You get to stand among the stacks and breathe in the combination of human hands on dusty pages that gives us that great book smell. You can thumb through pages and admire how time has made them soft, and imagine how the stranger who read the title before you felt as the plot came to a blaring crescendo, and even take that fragrance, sense of adventure, and physical object home with you....

Point Defiance Park is the picture of peace. It has everything you could ask for in a park: sweeping ocean views, gorgeous forest trails, friendly wildlife, an easy drivable route — and a spooky ghost? Yes, Point Defiance Park, located in Tacoma, Washington, is one of the most haunted areas in the state. In particular, the ever-popular Five Mile Drive in the park is rumored to be a very haunted road....

Hop in the car, it’s time for a road trip to Miami – Miami, Arizona, that is. This tiny town of under 2,000 people is little more than a blip on the map, but it boasts some of the most incredible Mexican food in Arizona. If you’ve not yet had the pleasure of eating at Guayo’s El Rey, that should change very soon. Here’s why. Guayo’s El Rey is an unassuming Mexican restaurant in the small town of Miami, nestled on the northeastern slope of the Pinal Mountains....

We recently brought you the ultimate eastern Pennsylvania waterfall road trip, and of course we didn’t want to leave out the western part of the state. Here’s a second epic waterfall road trip in Western Pennsylvania. We’ll begin about an hour outside of Pittsburgh, on the Ohio border at Quakertown Falls, and circle in a loop counter-clockwise around Pittsburgh. The total trip is about eight hours driving time. Consider making it into a weekend journey, so you have time to hike and enjoy each location....

What do you call a place that has brunch all day, over-the-top desserts, some of the best, fried food around, and incredible daily specials? We call it a little slice of heaven… but its actual name is MAD (Modern American Diner) Eats and it is amazing. Mad Eats is located inside the Seven 6 Main building which sits in the historical Red Bud district in Owasso. Seven 6 Main houses multiple eateries, boutiques, office space, and luxury apartments right in the center of downtown Owasso....

Every year, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo transforms into a jolly wonderland of holiday lights and displays. Visiting the theme park during the holiday season has become a time-honored tradition for many, and the magic continues this year! Although the Holiday in the Park event will look slightly different this season due to safety restrictions, you can rest assured you’ll be treated to an equally spectacular experience with this year’s drive-thru event....

If you grew up in Virginia, chances are you ventured to Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington. Revisiting this historic landmark as an adult proves to be an important and educational experience, as you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the nuances of Washington’s life. Venture outside the main house and you’ll discover where the enslaved people and workers lived, in meager conditions with sparse furnishings. Mount Vernon would not have survived without the labor of these enslaved workers....