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What do you think is the oldest town in New Mexico? If you guessed Santa Fe, you’d be right. Sort of. Our capital was established in 1610, which makes it the oldest city in our state. However, to find the oldest town, you need to travel centuries further into the past. Taos Pueblo and Acoma Pueblo are the oldest settlements in New Mexico and both sites are fascinating to visit. However, Taos Pueblo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it’s located next to the town of Taos, which was founded around 1615, shortly after Santa Fe....

So, you call yourself outdoorsy, but you prefer to have some of your treasured “creature comforts” in order to actually enjoy yourself. We get it. Let’s face it… packing a tent, sleeping on rocks and using an outhouse isn’t exactly our idea of a relaxing adventure either. Brace yourself, glamping is taking over the world and it’s the most genius invention ever. What is it exactly? Glamorous + Camping = Glamping!...

The unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic has changed the lives of nearly every American and has caused not only businesses to falter but also towns and communities. Because of this, businesses and cities across the country are looking for creative ways to re-build both their clientele and tourism scene, the latter of which is the case for charming Glenwood Springs, Colorado: Through November 30th, 2020, popular Glenwood Springs is making a name for itself not only in terms of world-class attractions but also for paying visitors to come to visit the beautiful mountain town....

The Allen House in Monticello, built in 1906, is a lovely work of architecture in the Queen Anne Victorian style. The home itself, however, has a terrifying history. Originally, local businessman Joe Lee Allen planned for his beautiful house to be Monticello’s showpiece along North Main Street. Allen made sure the home was an eye-catching structure with impressive porch columns and neoclassical design with a touch of gothic decoration. Allen, along with his wife and three daughters, moved into the family home and for a while were content....

Photographers love the rustic scenic beauty of a barn, and Arkansas has plenty of this beauty to offer! Weddings are popular events at many of these locations, and camera-wielding tourists enjoy shooting pictures of these trusty old structures too. Check out these beautiful barns across the Natural State! The Cypress Barn Facebook/The Cypress Barn A popular wedding venue, this barn is located at 20690 Bruce Rutherford Drive in Siloam Springs, Arkansas....

Minnesota is gorgeous all year. Winter brings snow-covered scenes, spring brings flowers in bloom, and summer is full of sunny lakes. But for many Minnesotans, fall is the prettiest time of year. The changing of the leaves is absolutely spectacular, especially in Minnesota’s many forested areas. Among the most beautiful places to see the fall leaves is in the Sawtooth Mountains. If you’d like to see for yourself, try hiking the Oberg Mountain Loop....

Ready embrace the magic of the holiday season? There’s truly no place like Michigan during this delightful time of year, and our state’s many fantastic attractions only add to the charm of the winter months. When you’re looking for a family-friendly outing that will help you celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, check out this delightful drive-thru event. The Calhoun County Fairgrounds are located at 720 Fair St in Marshall....

Those zany Ashevillians. What will they do next? If you haven’t found your way to tiny Wall Street (it’s just shy of two blocks long) in Downtown Asheville in a while, you may be delighted to find yourself in awe of some particularly creative yarn bombing. Wall Street’s Purls Yarn Emporium and its crafty followers may have had a little something to do with it. Purl’s Yarn Emporium opened on Wall Street in 2008 and has been changing the landscape for yarn enthusiasts ever since....

People love visiting South Dakota because our state offers many opportunities to step back into history. One of the best ways to experience the past is by booking a ticket on the Black Hills Central Railroad. The 1880 Train will take riders on an Old West experience like no other. Discover the beauty and the history of South Dakota when you climb aboard. The 1880 Train on the Black Hills Central Railroad will take riders on a two-hour, 20-mile round trip between Hill City and Keystone, South Dakota....

Let’s face it, life can be extremely stressful. Even without the chaos of other people, sometimes just going through the motions in our own households can be difficult. This is why, every so often, it’s nice to decompress in a place that will melt all of your stresses away. That place? Jeju Sauna in Georgia. Jeju Sauna is a Korean bathhouse that allows you to escape from the stresses of day-to-day life and enjoy an immersive relaxation experience....

Do you consider yourself to be a sushi fan? If so, we’ve got just the place for you. Sticky Rice is considered to be a staple in the Carytown area of Richmond — not only for its delicious rolls but also for the lovable atmosphere. It’s the kind of place where you can order your favorite draft beer as well as an entire bucket of tater tots. Need we say more?...

In some states, hiking is a seasonal activity. But here in Rhode Island, it’s a year-round adventure. Our beautiful Block Island is certainly quieter in some seasons than others, but that happens to be where you’ll find some of Rhody’s best trails. For some of the best Block Island views, treat yourself to a trek down the Clay Head Nature Trail. To find the Clay Head Trail, look for a post marker on the right side of Corn Neck Road about three miles from downtown New Shoreham....

What kind of camper are you? Are you a regular ol’ tent camper? A yurt camper? Or maybe you prefer the luxury of cabin life. Whichever option you identify with, you’ll have it at your disposal when you visit this unique campground in Northern California! Hat Creek Resort has something for every type of adventurer, and its magical creekside setting makes for a spectacular backdrop. After first stepping foot in this campground, you’ll quickly wish you never had to leave....

The Land of Enchantment is full of unique and stunning landscapes. One of the most striking and iconic places was made worthy of national park status in 2019. White Sands National Monument became the country’s 62nd and newest national park. It’s the newest national park in New Mexico and there are plenty of reasons to visit it. Check it out: On December 20, 2019, the landscape filled with white gypsum dunes joined the likes of the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and other exceptionally famous national parks....

Henry David Thoreau once wrote, “I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.” This is a saying that Richard Louis Proenneke would undoubtedly live by. At the age of 49, he retired to live the next thirty years of his life in the quiet solitude of the vast Alaskan wilderness learning what it is to be self-reliant and self-sufficient in this one-of-a-kind cabin in Alaska....

There is something special about visiting a nursery that offers a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the beauty of nature—one that you likely won’t be able to find elsewhere. That’s exactly how we feel about RF Orchids in Florida. This prestigious nursery in Homestead specializes in orchids, including rare and exotic hybrids. Free tours are offered through this tropical wonderland and they are more magical than you can imagine. R.F. Orchids in Homestead is the oldest and largest orchid nursery in South Florida....

If you’re the type of person that likes plenty of options when it comes to eating out, then you’ll definitely be interested in the destination featured here. 2nd South Market is a brand new food hall that just opened to the public, and it’s the place to go when you’re stomach is grumbling in Twin Falls! Whether you’re craving pizza or poké, a stop at this unique dining spot will not disappoint....

You have read the history books and have watched the old dramatized westerns, but have you ever wondered what it was really like to live in the Old West? Thanks to Colorado’s vibrant mining and railroad histories, there are plenty of places to both learn about and live out this iconic time, including the quirky Cripple Creek Jail Museum: Located in - you guessed it! - Cripple Creek, the Cripple Creek Jail Museum is a one-of-a-kind attraction that pays homage to Colorado’s famous Wild West history via a series of unique exhibits....

Do you have a sweet tooth? Well, I think that the best part of any meal is dessert – and it’s hard to top places that serve fresh baked goods! An outrageously tasty bakery cafe in Iowa is hidden in one of our smallest cities, and if you love sweets, cakes, and bakery treats, you’ll fall in love at first bite when you visit the Wooden Spoon Bakery. In the tiny town of Brighton, you’ll find what might be the best little bakery cafe in Iowa - The Wooden Spoon Bakery and Cafe....

With stunning natural scenery — from crystalline turquoise waters and fine white sand to towering, verdant mountain peaks — as well as a unique culture, tropical weather, and so, so much more, Hawaii is an absolute paradise. Everyone dreams of visiting Hawaii, and it isn’t necessarily hard to convince anyone that a trip — or even a move — to the Aloha state is worth every second, but here are 18 things that make Hawaii so special....