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Every now and then, we all need a peaceful escape from the busyness of everyday life. Luckily, Alabama is home to several wonderful places that let us do just that, including a cabin that goes by the name of Serene Studio Library Retreat. For information about this cabin, take a look below. Serene Studio Library Retreat is a tiny, 250-square-foot cabin that’s located in Mentone, Alabama. airbnb Perfect for an overnight stay, this tiny cabin is quite unique....

Editor’s Note: This area is no longer accessible to the public and is not safe to visit. It is closed and the closure is enforced by Federal law enforcement. Please do not attempt to visit. If you’re looking for other adventures, be sure to check out our website! If you’re an adventurous soul, you may already know about this secret sea cave hiding in Southern California. However, if you’re not as adventurous as you’d like to be then here’s the chance for you to get outside and do some exploring, as this sea cave is a great excuse to experience something new and exciting in Southern California this week....

Everyone knows that the best thing about a fishing trip is the story you make up when you get back home. “I caught a 30-pound trout,” you tell your friends, and they smile and shake their heads. When you go to Utah’s Fish Lake, you might not have to tell tall tales…you really could catch a gigantic trout! Tucked away in the Fish Lake National Forest, Utah’s Fish Lake is a paradise for anglers, boaters, and campers....

There are certain words that only New Jerseyans can pronounce and other words that we pronounce correctly – everyone else has it wrong. While this article is meant to be all in good fun, I stand by the Garden State pronunciations of these words. NJ all day! Coffee Jen/Flickr It’s pronounced caw-fee. Do people actually say cah-fee? Yes, yes they do. But they’re wrong. Talk Moiggi Interactive/Flickr This is pronounced tawk....

We all love Music City, but sometimes you just need to get the heck out of Dodge – er – Nashville. We’ve found ten hot spots that are sure to give your summer weekends the perfect day trips you need, and the peace of mind you desire. Who knows, maybe your favorite spot will make an appearance. Here are 8 amazing places you can go on one tank of gas from Nashville....

Fine dining has its time and place, but sometimes nothing but a good old-fashioned hearty burger will do. When that craving hits, the only proper solution is to drive to BJ’s Diner. These one-of-a-kind hamburgers are some of the best in North Carolina, and they’re served from a casual roadside stand. BJ’s Diner is located just off US-441 in Cherokee in Western North Carolina. BJ’S Diner / Facebook Don’t be deceived by this unassuming exterior....

The charming river city of Burlington is a historic Iowa town that helped shape the story of the Midwest and West! This railroad town became a central hub of one of America’s largest railroads and is still an important depot town to this day. In 1852, the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad was founded in Iowa as a rail line to travel all the way across the Hawkeye State. It became an important rail line immediately, as it crossed both the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers....

Alabama is home to 22 state parks that offer a variety of recreational activities and lots of beautiful natural scenery. One of these parks is Cheaha State Park. What sets Cheaha State Park apart from Alabama’s other state parks is the fact that it’s the state’s first official state park, which many people are unaware of. For more information about Cheaha State Park, including why it’s such a great place to visit, take a look below....

While there are many places throughout the country canceling Halloween altogether, Florida decided to adapt and pivot. For instance, this incredibly inventive drive-thru Halloween experience dubbed Scream ’N Stream in Florida is unlike any other adventure you’ll have this year. Enjoy the ultimate socially-distant Halloween event with attractions and activities that will be fun for the whole family. Check it out: Floridians, get ready for the ultimate Halloween event this year, the Scream ’n Stream Drive-Thru experience in Kissimmee....

While we here in the Hawkeye State might not be as entwined with beer culture as, say, Wisconsin, Iowans know their beer. When a bright and colorful bar opened up in Des Moines a few years ago, word quickly spread of their impressive beer list. If you’re looking to visit the best bar in Iowa, you’ve got to check out El Bait Shop. El Bait Shop opened up in 2006 as a quirky bar in Des Moines, and ever since, it has been a craft beer legend....

There’s nothing more precious than community, at The Goat in Nashville, Tennessee’s historic Germantown neighborhood encourages long meals and happy hours with the ones you love. Perhaps best known for the crackerjack cocktail menu and airy communal spaces, The Goat promises a great brunch, lunch, or dinner experience with elevated dining menus and late-night starters and shareables. Learn more about this underrated Nashville gem below! The Goat - Google Maps The Goat touts itself as a “lively social space dedicated to bringing people together,” and has paired its hospitable focus with a wide cocktail menu and inspired series of eats....

Looking for a little bit of adventure this year? Planning a trip up to Helen anytime soon? Well, you’re in luck then, because the ultimate high-flying experience is right around the corner. The first-ever alpine coaster in Georgia is back open this season and you’re going to want to strap in and take a ride. Fly through the mountains of North Georgia when you try this alpine coaster. Experience fast, high-flying fun when you ride the Georgia Mountain Coaster in Helen, Georgia....

It’s no secret that our state wouldn’t be the place that it is today without the arrival of 19th-century prospectors looking to get rich. However, did you know that you can still hunt for gold and possibly strike it big right here in Nevada? There are all sorts of great metal detecting destinations in the Battle Born State, but there’s one that’s especially well-known among gold hunters: Rye Patch State Recreation Area....

With near-perfect summer weather year-round, there’s nowhere better to lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails than our beautiful islands. And because you’ll find countless hiking trails crisscrossing the Hawaiian Islands — from coastal paths to treks through the jungle and everything in between — it can be difficult to make a decision on where you will go this weekend. But if you live on Oahu, the weather looks promising, and you have a bit of hiking experience, you’ll want to consider Oneawa Hills....

Winter is a great time to cozy up and get warm with loved ones. When temperatures drop, there’s nothing better than settling in for a simple yet charming getaway right here in our home state. If you’re ready to unwind and stay toasty while making fantastic memories, we’ve got the perfect cabin to consider. This spot is not just ultra-romantic: it’s also tons of fun. Cabins & Candlelight was dreamt up in 2008 by Chuck and Rhonda Smith....

More than three decades ago, in 1983, countless Pennsylvanians watched the finale of MAS*H in February. The Return of the Jedi sat at the top of the box office charts, and the tiny town of Delta celebrated its first Italian restaurant. Today, Delta Pizza in Pennsylvania, a beloved local eatery, is known for its authentic Italian food, including its award-winning cheesesteak. If you want more Pennsylvania restaurants, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter....

Have you ever walked by a building, maybe one that was pretty unassuming and normal on the outside, and you wondered what it was like beyond the front door? You might wonder that same thing if you happen to drive by this rather unassuming restaurant in Pennsylvania. Once you walk through the front door, however, you’ll quickly discover the popular neighborhood eatery is anything but ordinary. If you want to have more Pennsylvania restaurants and family-style hotspots in your inbox, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter!...

If you want to get away from it all this winter and retreat to a cozy little cabin with a fireplace and jacuzzi, The Couples Retreat may be the ideal place for you. Go by yourself or grab your significant other or a friend and head to Carbondale to relax and recharge at this Airbnb located in an idyllic natural setting. This 750-square foot, single-level cabin is surrounded by trees and open space allowing you to fully enjoy nature without interruption....

Is anything more delicious than a classic sandwich? After all, it’s nearly always satisfying. Oklahoma has plenty of great sandwich places, but we have found one sandwich shop that stands out from the rest…Trencher’s Deli in Tulsa. One trip to this little deli and we think you will become a regular customer as so many now have. Check them out below. Trencher’s Deli is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p....

Here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, we aren’t only proud of our bodies of water. We’re also proud of the many small towns that make our state great. There are wonderful examples in every region, from Two Harbors in the northeast to Luverne in the southwest to Baudette in the northwest – to name a very few. Today, we’d like to introduce a wonderful little town in the southeastern corner of the state....