It always feels good to have a great local restaurant to rely on when you’re on the road or exploring a new town upstate. Or maybe you’re spending the weekend upstate and want to spend a few hours on Lake Ontario. If so, Captain Jack’s Goodtime Tavern might be just the spot you’re looking for. This bar and grille overlooking Lake Ontario in upstate New York is a quintessential tavern in Sodus Point, New York....
There are lots of options for staying cool in the Badger State. We’ve got countless water parks, swimming holes, and beaches. We even have a few places that are a combination of all three – and that’s exactly the case with Fireman’s Park. The perfect place to beat the heat, the park features a limestone-quarry-turned-swimming-hole, beach, waterslide, and a splash pad. Take a look: After a massive upgrade last summer, Fireman’s Park Beach (otherwise known as Verona Beach) is like a little piece of paradise....
It’s hard to go wrong with Mexican food. From cheesy deliciousness to hearty tacos with all the fixings, nothing gets taste buds tingling quite like perusing a menu full of authentic Mexican eats. Detroit and its surrounding areas offer plenty of restaurants to satisfy your cravings, but there’s one eatery in particular that deserves consideration as you plan your next Motor City dining adventure. Tijuana’s Authentic Mexican Kitchen is located at 18950 Ford Road in Detroit....
Just north of Kansas City is one of the most unique farms in Missouri. This dairy farm may look like any other but the products that the Shatto Milk Company produce are far from ordinary! Come tour this amazing facility and see why this dairy farm is so special. Shatto Milk Company has been operating as a small family farm at their current location for over 100 years. Yet, they weren’t sharing their amazing milk with consumers until 2003....
A visit to Blessington Farms located just outside of Houston is memorable for families and people of all ages. Their hydroponic gardens produce bushels of fresh fruit for visitors to pick and eat. Take a look at what makes Blessington Farms so unique! Blessington Farms opened in 2011 as a passion project to give people a taste of the countryside life. Blessington Farms/Facebook Blessington Farms is just a short drive away from Houston and home to acres of farmland....
Hercules’ Haven provides a forever home to unwanted farm animals that have been surrendered. Animals may come from local shelters, industrial farms, or other rescue groups. On the property, there is a winterized shelter and quarantine space. The Haven relies on its staff, volunteers, and monetary donations to support its mission. Hercules’ Haven was founded in 2017 by Alison and Danny Stone who dreamed of living among animals. Hercules’ Haven/Facebook They made the farm into a place of healing for both animals and people....
State culture is such a unique, and sometimes odd, thing. You might not even realize how deeply the culture of your native state is intertwined in your behavior and lifestyle until you leave. Even once you’re living in a new state or country, you’ll always carry a bit of North Carolina in you, from your mannerisms, speech, and even attitude. Growing up in Carolina has some interesting effects on a person, and we’ve been following many of these unwritten rules of those who live in North Carolina our whole lives....
There’s nothing like fresh air and a great view. This spectacular trail in New Jersey just to happens to offer both. Highlands Trail (Teal) is the perfect blend of great hiking and gorgeous vistas. It’s not as popular as other overlook trails, so you might have the views all to yourself. Here’s what you need to know. Highlands Trail (Teal) is a 1.5-mile hike that will take you to a stunning overlook in Allamuchy Mountain State Park, near Byram Township....
Amity Trade Days is back on schedule for their monthly trade days! The largest monthly Outdoor Vintage Market in Arkansas has so many treasures waiting for you. Whether you’re an avid bargain hunter or a casual picker, this market will have you shopping the hours away. Let’s take a quick scroll through the booths and see what all to expect at this massive flea market: The massive 54-acre Amity Trade Days are back on schedule....
Everyone knows that Italians are experts on all things food related. But you don’t have to fly to Italy or even leave the state in order to enjoy all of their culinary delights. Just head to this incredible Italian market in Florida and stock up! Mazzaro’s Italian Market in St. Petersburg is a food lover’s dream. TripAdvisor/Angelo R Visiting this huge market is like taking a trip to the Old Country, without having to learn Italian (or spend thousands on airfare)....
The coast of Virginia is a magical place. The gateway to the Chesapeake and Atlantic, this stretch of shoreline lends itself to all kinds of adventure. Today, we’ll introduce you to an unforgettable experience for both nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Chesapean Outdoors offers guided wildlife tours, including paddle excursions for viewing wild dolphins in their natural habitat. Let’s just say that paddling right alongside these beautiful creatures is an experience you won’t soon forget....
Alabama offers its residents and visitors such a variety of restaurants, including some of the best diners around. City Cafe Diner happens to be one of these diners. In fact, Reader’s Digest recently distinguished it as the “Most Iconic Diner in Alabama.” For information about City Cafe Diner, including why it’s so iconic, take a look below. City Cafe Diner is a family owned and operated restaurant that’s located in Huntsville, Alabama....
One of our favorite things about Maine is how resilient the people who live here can be. Whether it’s making our way through a snowstorm and helping neighbors or finding new ways to get through those a cold snap, there isn’t a lot you can throw at a Mainer that they can’t manage. And that includes finding a way to enjoy meals outdoors no matter what season we’re in. And this farm in the midcoast will help you do it!...
Missouri’s brimming with so much natural beauty that it would probably take a lifetime for us to explore it all. Still, that doesn’t have to stop us from trying to see as much as we can. Huckleberry Ridge Conservation Area in Missouri provides an idyllic backdrop for a day of hiking, biking, or horseback riding. You can even spend the night if a day just isn’t enough time. Huckleberry Ridge Conservation Area spans more than 2,100 acres near Pineville, an out-of-the-way spot that welcomes hikers, bikers, and horseback riders....
We’ve all heard of genetically modified foods, but mosquitoes? Next year, millions of mosquitoes whose genes have been altered to prevent transmission of illnesses like dengue fever and Zika virus will be released in Houston and the Florida Keys. Here’s what you need to know: Genetically modified mosquitoes have been approved for release in Houston and the Florida Keys by the EPA. The striped-legged Aedes aegypti mosquito will be used....
We try not to play favorites here in Montana, but when it comes to our ghost towns, it’s tough to top the charm of Virginia City. This quiet, perfectly preserved little city really comes alive in summer, and it’s a beloved getaway spot for Montana locals and out-of-state tourists alike. And if you’d really like to immerse yourself in local history, spend a night of two at the Fairweather Inn....
Colorado has a fascinating history that dates back to the railroad, mining boom, and long before, so it should come as no surprise that the Centennial State also has its fair share of alleged hauntings. Do you want to see one of the oldest and most iconic for yourself? Then you will want to visit the Old Glendale Station in Colorado. Located in the small Fremont County town of Penrose is the Old Glendale Stagecoach Station, AKA one of the most haunted places in Colorado....
There’s a log cabin campground in Nauvoo, Illinois that will take you back to Lincoln’s time. The adorable accommodations and atmosphere here will blow you away. If you want to camp but don’t care for the RV or tent style, this place will be perfect for you. Check it out: Nauvoo Log Cabins in west-central Illinois along the Mississippi River offers one of the most unique camping experiences in the entire state....
Piglets are pretty darn adorable. Who wouldn’t agree to that sentiment, right? The way they wag their little tails, oink and grunt, lap up their food – is there really anything cuter than a baby pig? Well, this restaurant in Pennsylvania takes that cuteness to a whole new level with its pig-themed decor and even a gift shop chock full of – you guessed it – piggy souvenirs. So, next time you’re up for a whimsical dining experience, visit the aptly-named Piggy’s Restaurant in Pennsylvania....
Apple picking season’s in full swing! We all know what that means, too. Feeling the spray of the apple from that first bite after it’s picked. All those apple goodies that remind us of fall – apple cider, apple butter, and applesauce. If you happen to love a good apple cider donut, too, you’ll find them at Solebury Orchards in Pennsylvania, a lovely destination for apple picking and stocking up on goodies....
