If you were sad about not getting to attend the State Fair of Texas this year, all hope isn’t lost — it’s going drive-thru! Just like old times, there’ll be fried Oreos, corn dogs, and midway prizes, all within the safety and comfort of your own vehicle. You even get to take a picture with Big Tex! Since 1905, the State Fair of Texas (as we know it) has been a fall tradition in the Lone Star State....
What do you do when you’re looking for relaxation? Many of us get lost in Minnesota’s many beautiful nature areas. Some watch tried-and-true shows, read comforting books, or indulge in favorite treats. And still others find relaxation through peaceful and calming spa treatments. Today, we want to feature a business that falls into the third category. Sanctuary Float Spa offers a unique spa treatment that will relax your mind, body, and soul....
Summer is the time to finally explore all of those spots we’ve been meaning to see. For those of us who don’t have the time for a long vacation, day trips are the perfect solution. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next day trip, consider heading out on one or more of the 13 best day trips in Maryland. Go fossil hunting at Calvert Cliffs State Park. Flickr / David Heise This state park offers beautiful trails, but what it’s most known for is the fossil beach....
New ideas and inventions are thought up every day. Some will work, some won’t, and some are not very useful at all. The most impressive things are the ones that have lasted throughout time and are still used today. From constitutional laws to gadgets, here are 17 things that came from Vermont and are here to stay. While you are likely familiar with these things, you may not have known that they originally came from Vermont....
There’s a world-renown history museum in Wellsburg containing the largest collection of artifacts related to the American defense of the key Philippine locations of Bataan and Corregidor in World War II, but few West Virginians even know of its existence. Have you ever visited the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Museum WWII? Tucked away in the back of the Brooke County Library. building along the banks of the Ohio River in Wellsburg is a national treasure: The National American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor Museum, Education, and Research Center....
Have you ever wanted to escape the city and get out into nature? The Big Bear Treehouse offers the perfect secluded getaway amongst the trees and birds. Whether it’s enjoying a cup of coffee by the fire or hiking in the national forest, you’re sure to love staying at this gorgeous cabin in Southern California. Welcome to the Big Bear Treehouse located in Southern California. This property has stunning views and miles of forest and hiking trails right in its backyard....
Oregon’s Sauvie Island is a great place for a day trip. Whether you’re taking a hike, doing some bird-watching, or visiting one of its beaches, there’s plenty to see and do on this 24,000-acre island. During your visit, you might want to find the abandoned UFO boat near Collins Beach. It’s a weird shipwrecked boat that looks like a spaceship and is covered in graffiti. Sauvie Island is just 10 miles from downtown Portland, and it’s a huge playground for nature lovers....
Arizona has its fair share of dangerous roads, but none quite compare to El Camino del Diablo. This middle-of-nowhere road in the vast, remote Sonoran Desert dates back at least 1,000 years — and claimed the lives of hundreds, if not thousands, during its heyday. Way down south near the border with Mexico, this 250-mile road traverses some of the driest, most remote landscape in all of Arizona. Named “El Camino del Diablo,” or “The Devil’s Highway,” the treacherous thoroughfare has claimed up to 2,000 lives due to dehydration, heat stroke, sunburn, and hyperthermia....
As the seasons change, many of us are looking to grab some really good food to top off our cold days. If you’re looking for delicious comfort food in Alaska, you need to head to the Blue Roof Bistro in Fairbanks. With cheesy, hot, mouthwatering options, this is the best food to eat if you need to ward off winter’s chill! If you’re craving something warm and tasty, you need to head straight to the Blue Roof Bistro in Fairbanks....
The Caribbean may be a long way from the Magnolia State, but that doesn’t mean Mississippians have to forgo the flavorful fare for which the region is known. Nope, you can get a taste of the islands right here in Mississippi – and it’s all thanks to Rum Kitchen. Take a look: The fantastic flavors of the Caribbean await at Rum Kitchen in Waveland! animal3200/Google Easy to find, the eatery is in a shopping center, which most locals know as the “old Kmart....
Time to haul out the tents and sleeping bags as camping season has arrived in Southern California. If you love beautiful views in a forest setting with an abundance of enchanting trails, then you’ll definitely want to experience this gem of a campsite that also happens to be free. Make sure to pack your hiking shoes for this trip out in the wild, as the most beautiful campsite in Socal includes a trek through the woods to reach the campground....
In the hot, humid dog days of summer (as well as at any other time of year!), there’s something so refreshing about a hike through a lush, green, shady forest. There are many of those kinds of hikes that fit the bill in West Virginia, but one of the best is found in Cathedral State Park in Aurora. As the fifth-most forested state in the nation, West Virginia is covered in trees....
Alaska is built from a series of mountains and valleys, starting at sea level on the coast, and hitting elevations of more than 20,000 feet on our tallest mountain, the highest mountain peak in North America. So naturally, we will need some impressive bridges to get us across this vast state. The Hurricane Gulch Bridge in Alaska is one of the tallest bridges in the state, only surpassed in height by the railroad bridge of the same name....
There’s nothing like a plate of hearty pasta or perfectly prepared pizza when you’re hungry. Mama Catena Vino e’ Cucina in Euclid, Ohio is home to some of the best Italian cuisine in the Buckeye State. It’s a must-try for wine, cheese, and Italian food lovers. Welcome to Mama Catena’s, home to some of the best Italian food in all of Ohio. Mama Catena Vino e’ Cucina/Facebook You’ll find it along Babbitt Road in Euclid, Ohio....
Colorado is home to stunning waterfalls and amazing restaurants, but did you know there’s an enchanting place that combines the two? No, we’re not talking about Casa Bonita, but rather a delicious restaurant that backs up to one of Colorado’s most breathtaking waterfalls! If you are looking to take your dining experience to a whole new level, we highly recommend visiting this secluded waterfall restaurant in Colorado that is one of the most magical places you will ever eat....
Life in Rhode Island is beautiful. But considering it’s also the smallest state in the country, it’s safe to assume that once you’ve lived here for a while, you’ve pretty much seen it all. But that’s never true… there’s always a new park, beach, or trail to discover. And when you find the Neutaconkanut Hill Park Loop trail, you’ll see glimpses of Rhody in a whole new way. The Neutaconkanut Hill Park Loop is located at Neutaconkanut Hill Park....
Shopping for vintage items and more is a cinch at Palmetto Peddler in Florence, South Carolina. With more than 38,000 square feet of floor space packed to the hilt with items, Palmetto Peddler is a shopping haven when you’re in the market for collectibles, antiques, used furniture, new furniture, and more. Located an easy distance from Exit 164 on Interstate 95, Palmetto Peddler has a world of goods to explore....
Winter in New Hampshire doesn’t have to mean hunkering down inside. While there’s nothing wrong with some cozy time indoors with a good book and family or close friends, we can’t resist some outdoor time. Especially when it’s as beautiful as it is here! If you’d like to make the most of the season consider doing something truly unique by heading to these stables for a magical sleigh ride. For one of the most magical winter experiences in New England head to southern New Hampshire for a visit to Charmingfare Farm in Candia....
Each town in the Bluegrass State has its own legends, those stories that have been told by generations and now, we aren’t quite sure if they’re real or make believe. In the mountains of eastern Kentucky, in the town of Pineville, legend became reality in a way when a chain was attached to rocks high atop the mountain. You can hike to this scenic mountain trail in Kentucky today and you’ll definitely want to when you spend time in this beautiful area of our state....
Chasing waterfalls in North Carolina affords many opportunities to get outside and reconnect with Mother Nature. Some trails, as you’d imagine, are heavily-trafficked but still worthy of the effort. But sometimes, a little solitude makes all the difference in the quality of the time you spend on the trail. If you’re seeking a fantastic journey that leads to one of the lesser-known waterfalls in the Tar Heel State, then plan to hike the Picklesimer Rock House Falls Trail, just 20 minutes southwest of Highlands....
