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Nestled within the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the town of Mammoth Lakes is a year-round adventure destination that boasts a little bit of everything. From hiking and fishing to boating and sightseeing, there’s no shortage of amazing activities in this town that’s completely surrounded by nature. However, one of the most unique things you can do in the area involves exploring an abandoned mining district known as the Mammoth Consolidated Mine. Loaded with rusting machinery and dilapidated wooden structures, walking through these ruins is an experience unlike any other....

Everything really is bigger in Texas…even the mozzarella sticks! At Flip’s Patio Grill in Fort Worth and Grapevine, you’ll find some of the biggest fried cheese sticks the Lone Star State has to offer. Good luck using just one hand to hold ‘em! If you want more Texas restaurants, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter. Every Thursday, a new eatery to try in the Lone Star State will be delivered straight to your email....

Tennessee is known for its decadent Southern dishes, but there are also plenty of places where you can try out exotic flavors from other regions of the world. One of the best spots in Tennessee you’ll find is the Edessa Restaurant in Nashville, a local hidden gem that serves up some of the best Turkish and Kurdish food you’ll find anywhere in the state. If you’re looking for some unique flavors to try out, then look no further, this is the spot for you!...

Are you ready to fill your days with autumn adventures? Whether you’re searching for a charming orchard, a hike surrounded by fall foliage, or some combination of the two, you’re in luck: Metro Detroit offers a vast array of seasonal activities for the whole family to enjoy. Here are 11 of our favorites, so pull out your calendar and start preparing for an absolutely amazing autumn. Belle Isle (Detroit) Flickr/sj carey You’ve undoubtedly spent time on Belle Isle during previous Detroit outings, but have you added it to your docket of fall destinations?...

The only thing better than an exceptional meal is an exceptional meal paired with a romantic cityscape or tranquil waterfront backdrop. Fortunately, Ohio is home to several scenic restaurants that can make dining out a truly unique and aesthetic experience. The following are 9 restaurants with great views in Ohio. Primavista (Cincinnati) Primavista/Facebook Take in downtown Cincinnati’s skyline at this Italian eatery “where the food is as captivating as the view....

Giant Mountain boasts some pretty incredible views from its summit, even when compared to the state’s tallest peaks. Take a trip to this towering mountain in Adirondack Park (it’s the 12th-highest among the Adirondack High Peaks), and you’ll have three trails to choose from when deciding how exactly to summit one of the prettiest peaks in the region. Just make sure you’re well-prepared for a potentially strenuous journey. At 4,627 feet, Giant Mountain is the 12th-highest peak in the Adirondacks and overlooks the beautiful Keene Valley....

Nashville is known for its expansive culinary scene, but there’s a little something about new eateries and casual hot spots that really makes date night next level. Jasper’s is a casual eatery and market helmed by Deb Paquette, and it’s become known for its fun and playful dining atmosphere. Learn about it more below, and get ready to indulge in a wide-range menu rife with creative crowd-pleasing bites. Jasper’s - Facebook Jasper’s was just introduced to Nashville, Tennessee this year, and operates as a casual eatery and market on West End....

On a warm day, all you need to have fun is a beautiful hiking trail and a scenic creek for cooling off. These lesser-known spots throughout Kentucky are favorites in the summer and if you don’t already know of one, check out Middle Creek Park in Burlington. This hidden gem park in Kentucky offers beautiful hiking trails and a creek that is perfect for splashing and relaxing. Spend a day in this scenic park and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated....

If you like antique shops, thrift stores, and flea markets, you’ll love The Open Market! A savvy shopper’s dream come true, the massive market encompasses a whopping 24,000 square feet – every last inch of which is filled with great merchandise. It’s truly a treasure trove of secondhand goods! Read on to learn all about this amazing shopping destination. One of Mississippi’s newer secondhand shops, The Open Market opened in Vicksburg in 2018....

Arkansas has quite a high number of world capitals, it’s just one of the ways we’re a strange state. In addition to quartz crystals, spinach, mountain bikes, and watermelons, Arkansas has another unusual “capital of the world.” Searcy County is the weirdly wonderful Chocolate Roll Capital of the World. Two small towns here, Leslie and Marshall, have earned this title through world records, festivals, and (of course) delicious chocolate rolls! We’re on a roll so let’s learn more:...

Ziplining offers a little bit of everything – from heart-stopping moments as we fly across the sky to beautiful views of the landscape around us. Many of the traditional ziplining courses allow us to swing through the trees, sometimes as we complete a ropes course. However, one zipline in Missouri promises a pretty unique experience, one that will take you right over the Lake Taneycomo. Soar through the sky, high over Lake Taneycomo, when you go ziplining with Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline in Branson....

Pack your bags – a dreamy getaway awaits you in Morris, Connecticut. Surrounded by 4,000 acres of tranquil nature, Winvian Farm is the ultimate place to relax and recharge. This spectacular boutique hotel has 18 different lodging options. While there’s no denying the appeal of their gorgeous cottages and woodland cabins, it’s their incredible treetop oasis that steals the spotlight. Stay overnight at this spectacularly unconventional treehouse in Connecticut. You deserve a break....

Escape out to the woods for a relaxing weekend away from it all. If you’re looking for somewhere cozy to spend the weekend, this cabin in the Pisgah National Forest is just the ticket. Located right on the edge of a tumbling creek, this little spot is the perfect place to unplug and unwind. There’s a lovely little cabin in the woods just 25 minutes away from Asheville, North Carolina....

Summer’s slowly fading away, which means we have precious little time to get outdoors and to enjoy all that the warm weather has to offer. If it’s been a whirlwind summer and you just need a low key day out, make your way to Springfield Botanical Gardens in Missouri. The sprawling botanical gardens provide the perfect backdrop for a little alone time or for a family outing. Stop by the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center when you first arrive at the gardens, where you can…...

Hey, let’s brag a little bit, Arkansas…we have some good looking people walking around town and out driving on the highways (hopefully not bringing traffic to a complete stop). We’ve had a lot of heartbreakers impact history as well – Donna Axum of El Dorado won Miss America in 1964, and former Miss Arkansas 1982 Terri Utley went on to win the Miss USA crown. Let’s not forget the legendary Natural State native Johnny Cash’s uniquely rugged handsome looks that swept his wife June off her feet or beautiful musician Amy Lee, who was raised in Little Rock, bringing a feminine side back to 21st-century hard rock music while wowing concertgoers with her looks....

There’s no better treat than an ice cream cone on a hot, summer day, and right now is prime time for the sweet, creamy stuff. For delicious homemade ice cream made from local ingredients, head to historic Bountiful’s Main Street to visit Blacksmith Ice Cream Co. Address: 180 S. Main Street #100, Bountiful, UT 84010 During the dog days of summer, you need to cool off with a couple scoops of homemade ice cream....

It feels like life in New Mexico is finally starting to feel a little closer to normal as quarantine measures relax and the places around the state are slowly reopening. If you’re feeling the need to take in some art and culture, you’re in luck! While most museums have yet to fully reopen to the public, the Albuquerque Museum has a great outdoor sculpture garden open now for an art-filled day trip....

South Carolina’s Holy City (for newbies to the state, that’s Charleston) is filled with hundreds of years of recent history. The site of Civil War and Revolutionary War battles and myriad maladies, murders, and such, Charleston is also possibly the most haunted place in South Carolina. Among the spookiest of places you can possibly explore is the Old Charleston Jail on Magazine Street, tucked away in the heart of the historic district and not far from beautiful Broad Street....

There’s nothing that hits the spot quite like a good piece of pie. Here in Iowa, we are lucky enough to have countless restaurants that serve up a mouth-watering piece of pie. If you’re looking for a scrumptious slice, check out one of these 10 spots in Iowa: Crouse Café, Indianola Google Maps Evan-Amos/Wikimedia Commons Winner of the “Best Slice” award in 2015, Crouse Cafe’s cherry pie is arguably the best in Iowa....

With access to so much of the very best and freshest foods in the country, we Wisconsinites are absolutely spoiled for dining out options. So it’s no surprise that the famous restaurants in Wisconsin offer spectacular dining experiences. Even with an awesome restaurant revolution across the state in recent years, there are still a few places that have stood the test of time and have reputations that more than precede them....