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If you’ve ever ventured into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, you know that this portion of our beloved state is home to plenty of worthwhile attractions. From natural gems to tucked-away eateries, there’s something in the U.P. for everyone to enjoy. If you’re a fan of quirkiness and kitsch, there’s one U.P. destination that belongs on your must-visit list. Get ready for a hearty dose of roadside fun. Da Yoopers Tourist Trap is located at 490 North Steel St in Ishpeming....

Have you been on the hunt for another restaurant in Kansas to satisfy your spicier cravings? For dinner and micheladas in ICT, we recommend a spot called Mexico Viejo. Make sure to stop by sometime when you’re looking for spice. Let’s take a look! Welcome to a restaurant with just the spice you need, Mexico Viejo Bar & Grill. Benton Boice/Google Though you can fill up on Tex-Mex and Mexican food elsewhere, no one makes micheladas quite like they do....

When it comes to incredible small towns, there is no state quite like South Dakota! While some of these smaller communities are on the outskirts of metro areas, there are even more that are hiding out in the middle of nowhere. Do you want to visit one? Then check out this South Dakota town that may be remote yet is still worth the journey: Tucked away just 15 minutes south of the North Dakota border is the small, must-visit town of Eureka....

A weekend retreat at a lakeside cabin sounds delightful, right? Louisiana has plenty of charming cabins you can cozy up in, but few match the spectacular views of the cabins at Fontainebleau State Park. Pack your bags and clear your schedule, because you may never want to leave this idyllic oasis. Located in Mandeville, Fontainebleau State Park features 2,800 acres of natural beauty, all nestled along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain....

Arkansas is known as “The Natural State” and with 52 state parks to explore you can find out why. With its mountains, lakes, wetlands, rivers, waterfalls, and some of the best hiking in the country, the state parks here are hard to beat when it comes to natural beauty in the United States. With an Arkansas State Parks Passport, you can log your state parks visits. Pick up your passport, for free, at any of the state park visitor centers!...

Wyoming’s cities and towns each have unique dining scenes, and if you know where to look, you can find local hidden gems that will impress even the pickiest food critic. One spot, Heritage Bakery in Cody, WY, is tucked away in a residential area, and if you weren’t looking for it, you might not even know it was there. Heritage Bakery is such a small hole-in-the-wall cafe that you could drive right by, and not even notice it!...

Mmm..mmm…sometimes you can find no better meal than a pile of fried chicken paired with a hearty helping of mashed potatoes or corn. The only thing better is having that meal at a long-time restaurant that’s known for its scrumptious homemade meals, friendly service, and relaxing setting. JD’s Country Style Chicken, in fact, serves some of the tastiest fried chicken in Kansas. A neighborhood favorite for more than five decades, JD’s Country Style Chicken in Hays boasts a menu brimming with delicious dishes....

There is an aqua park in Berne, Indiana that only the locals know exists. This natural water park is one of a kind, and it is one of the coolest places to swim and play this summer. Outdoor adventures await here. Pine Lake Water Park is a unique attraction in northeast Indiana that few people know exists. Few Hoosiers are familiar with this attraction though it is near the border of Ohio....

Autumn in Nashville is a really special time of year. There’s nowhere quite as beautiful as Middle Tennessee, and when the leaves start changing, everything is taken to another level of beauty that you just can’t find anywhere else. The beauty of the city is at its best at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens where you can find the Cheekwood Harvest Festival, complete with beautifully manicured displays of beautiful fall colors and art installations that are sure to please the whole family....

Most of us have likely suffered from wanderlust, from time to time, although satisfying that need to go somewhere new has proven challenging with the pandemic. Now, as more people are venturing out, many are on the hunt for the perfect quick getaway in Missouri. Look no further than St. Louis, named the top mid-size city in the United States for a quickie getaway by Hotwire. Hotwire recently released its list of top cities for a quick getaway, and St....

Do you ever just want to get away from it all? Far away from civilization, where you can unplug from technology and just enjoy spending time among nature? To forgo the modern amenities and live rustically? If that kind of getaway sounds like your idea of paradise, you’ll definitely want to book a stay at Almost Heaven Treehouse in Missouri. Heaven is just where you’ll feel you are when you arrive at Almost Heaven Treehouse, in Bunker, especially if you want to get away from it all....

Casper is one of Wyoming’s busiest towns… which isn’t really saying much, considering it’s only home to about 60,00 people! Still, when you’re running a restaurant in one of the largest communities in the state, you’ve got to stand out in order to be successful. Steamboat Deli & Outlet is a combination restaurant and gift shop that sells comfy Cowboy State themed clothing and fun decor, but the real draw is the fact that their deli counter makes some of the best sandwiches in Wyoming....

The beauty of Tennessee is perhaps most lauded during the lushly greened seasons of the spring and summer, and the gorgeous colors of autumn are always popular here in the south. But what about the wintertime? The Grand Canyon of the South, officially known as the Tennessee River Gorge, is a historic natural area that’s great to visit no matter the time of year. You don’t need green hills to fall in love with the majesty of these sweeping views!...

Calling all crafting enthusiasts! Most South Carolinians don’t know about the special sale that takes place each month at a ginormous fabrics distributor in Williamston. But it’s worth checking out and could even be considered the best fabric store in South Carolina. The wholesale outlet is known as All About Fabrics but it features much more than just rolls of fabric. Located within the enormous and global fabric distributor, Phoenix of Anderson, All About Fabrics is a sewing and crafting paradise you’ll want to check out during their next sale....

Eating your way through a place is one of the best ways to get a true sense of things. What’s more indicative of a state’s personality than the way they eat? And, in the same way, we can get a better understanding for a place when we enjoy the small, local spots that have been around for ages. This restaurant offers all of that and more. And by “more,” we mean views!...

Beach season is over – but don’t let that get you down! There’s still plenty of adventure to find in the First State. This Delaware Antique Road Trip is just one of the ways you can plan a fun-filled day in Delaware with your family or your closest friends. This Six Stop Delaware Antique Road Trip will take you on an unforgettable adventure through time. Google Maps Click HERE for the ultimate day trip map!...

Note: as of October 2020, Home Plate Cafe is permanently closed. Who doesn’t love delicious, made-from-scratch baked goods? This small town cafe has that and so much more. If you love German food, especially, you absolutely must visit this place. It may be a bit out of the way but it’s worth the extra miles to enjoy fresh, perfectly made cakes, pies, kuchen, German cuisine, and more. The Home Plate Cafe is an iconic part of Fredonia, North Dakota, a tiny town with only 44 residents....

New England is peppered with all manner of beautiful covered bridges, and Massachusetts is home to some of the best. The Ware-Hardwick covered bridge is not only one of the prettiest bridges around, it’s also the longest covered bridge in the state. Keep reading to learn more about this impressive structure’s history and how you can visit. The Ware-Hardwick Covered Bridge is a gorgeous and historic bridge that’s definitely worth a visit....

North Dakota winter usually means snow – and lots of it. While that may drive some people inside, others are just itching for that good snowfall so they can get their snowmobile out of the garage and out into the drifts. Luckily for residents and visitors of the Peace Garden State, over 140 new miles of snowmobile trails were added in 2020. If you enjoy snowmobiling in North Dakota, here’s some exciting news for when there’s enough snow to head out:...

There’s something special about sitting down to a comforting plate of pasta that just is good for the soul. Combine that with a family-friendly atmosphere and your favorite loved ones, and you’ve got yourself one memorable meal. When you’re seeking a delicious Creole-Italian meal, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Sal & Judy’s, a hidden gem in St. Tammany Parish. Tucked away on the Northshore, Sal & Judy’s is one of those culinary legends that only locals know about… until now....