Do aliens celebrate the holidays? We like to think so! The ones at Area 15 in Las Vegas are full of holiday spirit, and you can celebrate with them. Area 15 is an immersive entertainment and arts complex that opened earlier this year and it’s already become one of the most unique attractions in Nevada. Its newest experience, Wanderland, makes for a fantastic way to make holiday memories with your family....
When it comes to U.S. history, Rhode Island plays a pretty big role in the beginning of our story. As one of the original colonies, it’s safe to say the Ocean State plays an important part. It’s simply incredible to think that the Revolutionary War was once discussed over dinner at the White Horse Tavern. And that you can still enjoy a meal there to this day. Located in Newport, the White Horse Tavern was established in 1673....
You’ll experience loads of fun at the Indigo Tie Dye Company located in Coweta. This Oklahoma-owned business started in a college dorm room and has quickly grown into a popular way to celebrate with family and friends. Indigo Tie Dye Company can host parties from 8-25 people and the whole process can be completed in under an hour. See some of the amazing creations that others have designed below and then visit their store in person....
With tourists flocking to Maryland beaches during the summer, there aren’t too many spots where you can get away and truly feel relaxed. Luckily, there is a new beach destination in the Old Line State, but here’s the kicker – it’s only reachable by boat. If you’re able to make your way to this hidden beach in Maryland, you’ll truly feel a million miles away from it all. Hart-Miller Island is an uninhabited island not too far from Baltimore....
New Mexico is a state that is dotted with small towns, where communities are close and life moves more slowly. We’ve focused on places with fewer than 3000 residents because people who live in towns of that size often do know each other by name. Check out these 15 friendly small towns in New Mexico that are tiny yet totally charming. Madrid Flickr/Petros This ghost town turned artists’ haven on the Turquoise Trail has a population of 204 people....
There’s something a little bit dangerous to the unknown – crazy, forbidden, heart-pounding. We’ve found seven fascinating places that you can’t quite visit without the right credentials, and each one is more surprising than the last. How many have you been to…? Oh wait. Voodoo Village - Memphis Justic MacGregor - Flickr The yard art display is on private property, so you’d best leave the owners to their peace - it’s their right, after all....
It’s officially Halloween season and several haunted attractions have recently opened in Alabama. One attraction in particular is Atrox Factory. For information about Atrox Factory, including what makes it stand out among other haunted attractions throughout the state, take a look below. Atrox Factory is located in Leeds, Alabama and has been voted as one of the top 10 haunts in the U.S. Covering approximately 50,000 square feet, it’s also the Southeast’s largest indoor haunted attraction....
Texas is full of cemeteries that send chills down your spine, but this one just might be the spookiest. Just north of Llano, Baby Head Cemetery has a history as violent as its name suggests. A visit here promises to be horrifyingly hair-raising. Not far from the town of Llano lies a long-forgotten cemetery by the name of Baby Head. As its name suggests, the graveyard harbors a past so gruesome, many locals have all but erased it from their memory....
Winter fun has returned! Sure, we can spend those cold, snowy days of winter wrapped in blankets in front of a roaring fire. When we need an adrenaline rush, however, we have plenty of action-packed destinations to visit all winter long. The longest snow tubing run in Pennsylvania, for example, promises breathtaking fun for the whole family. Note: Before heading to Blue Mountain Resort for a snow tubing adventure, make sure you check its website to confirm it’s open....
Who doesn’t love a good scare now and then? Pennsylvania has a reputation for being one of the most haunted states— exactly why is a bit of a mystery. Maybe because “Pennsylvania” sounds like “Transylvania.” Maybe it’s the scrapple. Or perhaps our scary reputation is due to the plethora of haunted places throughout the state. We’ve taken it upon ourselves to plan a road trip that will show off some of Pennsylvania’s most haunted, terrifying locations....
Calling all pottery lovers! This underrated pottery shop in Maryland is worth seeking out. The handmade creations here are top-notch, full of color, and would make any home cozier and more beautiful. Read on for the details and head here to see these marvelous mugs, plates, and platters in person! The Annapolis Pottery is located along State Circle in Annapolis, Maryland. Google Maps Here’s what this charming shop looks like from the exterior…...
There are so many great trails all over the state, including right outside of some of our biggest cities. If you’re in Juneau, but you want to escape into the nearby forest, this rainforest trail in Alaska will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale. Walk along this easy trail and forget all about the hustle and the bustle of the city! If you need to escape the big city and head out into the wilderness, you need to check out this trail....
In the heights of the Cumberland Plateau, neatly situated in between Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, Fall Creek Falls State Park is known for its stunning views, its idyllic hikes, and of course, its breathtaking waterfalls. The park is absolutely beautiful at any time of year, and that beauty recently garnered recognition as the most beautiful natural wonder in the state of Tennessee! With views like these, it’s easy to see why....
Editor’s Note: As of August 2020, Foster’s Bighorn is temporarily closed. Located at the eastern end of Solano County is the quaint town known as Rio Vista. Home to just 7,360, the town isn’t really a hot spot for tourists but locals seem to be happy with their charming little community. If you found yourself driving through it, you wouldn’t believe there was any unique attractions worth stopping for. You’d be wrong....
If you’ve spent any amount of time in Cohasset, you’ll know that this Massachusetts village is charming as can be. However, it would be much less charming if it weren’t home to the best authentic French patisserie in the state. French Memories Bakery is the best place to go to if you’re looking for a true touch of France. From fresh-baked baguettes to divine pastries, croissants, and macarons, this sweet bakery is everything you’ve been craving....
Here in Kansas, no one can tell us we don’t love our Sunflowers. We wait every year for the sunflowers to bloom, and here at Kansas Maze, there’s a whole Sunflower Festival just to celebrate how much we love them. If you’re in love with these miniature yellow suns, check out this festival and see if you want to add it to your plans. Kansas Maze is a name we know well, and a place we love to visit in the fall when we want to get lost in corn mazes with cool shapes....
The beauty of Wisconsin ranges from the extravagant grandiosity of our natural spaces to our clean, friendly cities. We get so caught up in our lives sometimes that we don’t see the beauty and wonder around us. Have youl been there? Wondering how to escape from the wilds of the world, ready to fall in love with Wisconsin all over again? And we should take time to really appreciate what we have....
There’s a whole other world lurking beneath the earth’s surface and it’s begging to be explored. A visit to the otherworldly gem known as Subway Cave is a great place to start. Tucked away just outside of Lassen Volcanic National Park, this unique cave system offers a rare glimpse at an impressive underground lava tube. It’s long, too, and there’s a .7-mile trail that leads you all the way through it....
Visiting a farm and seeing the animals is always a great time, but one of the best reasons for a trip to a dairy farm is to bring home fresh milk and other products. Hornstra Farms in Norwell is a family-owned and operated dairy farm that’s bringing you the best milk, cheese, and ice cream around. This farm store is open year-round for all of your fresh milk needs, and their ice cream shop is open seasonally when you’re craving a treat....
When you think of places with islands, which come to mind? Let me guess: virtually anywhere but South Dakota, right? If this is your thinking, you are missing out, as South Dakota is not only home to its own island, but an island that you can even walk to: Welcome to Lake Herman State Park; a peninsula situated atop a 1,350-acre lake that was formed by melting glacial ice some thousands of years ago....
