16 Movies Filmed In Alabama

Even though California is widely known as the “Movie-Making Capital of the World”, many films have also been shot right here in our great state. There are so many more I could list, but here are a few of my favorites: 1.) 42 - Released in 2013, and starring Chadwick Boseman as MLB legend Jackie Robinson, this movie had scenes filmed in the Birmingham area at Rickwood Field. The Coast...

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 705 words · Gail Rose

16 Reasons Why You Should Move To Washington Dc

They say DC is a cutthroat town, full of politicians and people in suits. The metro never runs right and there are tourists everywhere. You know, now that we think about it, DC is a pretty tough city to live in. You’ve got to have a certain type of attitude and a certain type of strength and for those of us who have it, it’s a great city! But if you’re unsure if you should move to Washington DC, maybe you should take a look at what life is really like here…...

October 29, 2022 · 6 min · 1147 words · Douglas Wilson

21 Things You Need To Know Before Moving To San Francisco

So, you’re planning on moving to San Francisco? Ready to take on the fog? The rent prices? The techies? Then you better take down some notes. Here are a few things you need to know before making that big move to the weird, wild, and beautiful City by the Bay. Sure, it’s California, but it’s not all daisy dukes and frolics on the beach in San Francisco. It gets pretty chilly here....

October 29, 2022 · 3 min · 573 words · Sally Guajardo

3 Country Roads Near New Orleans To Get Away From It All

Anyone who has lived in New Orleans for a while knows how important it can be to get away from it all from time to time. If all you have is a car, you are in luck. There are some beautiful drives you can take from New Orleans that will transport you to a whole different world of Louisiana. Here are three of them. LA-1 South from Luling Flickr.com / cmh2351fl Travel Down Hwy 90 until you reach LA-1 and you’ll be treated to a long and winding drive down LA-1 to Grand Isle....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 649 words · Ross Bowman

7 Alternative Montana Tourist Attractions

Montana’s tourist season is fast approaching. And while we do love to show off our great state, this means our most popular destinations are about to become very crowded. We’d like to suggest a few alternatives for those weekends when you’d love to explore the Treasure State but you’d rather not deal with huge crowds. Glacier National Park is gorgeous, but it’s THE most popular place for Montanans and visitors alike in the summertime....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 761 words · Mark Boyd

7 Small Washington Towns With Awesome Attractions

Ask any Washingtonian to list some of our most popular attractions and they’re sure to name things in our bigger cities like Seattle, Tacoma and Spokane. But our smaller towns are also full of treasures waiting to be explored. They might not get the publicity the larger attractions do, but somehow that just makes them more charming. Here are 7 examples of small towns with some surprisingly awesome things to discover....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 836 words · Richard Lowe

8 Arkansas Riverfront Restaurants You Ll Love

From the banks of the Mulberry to the shores of the Buffalo, Arkansas is a state blessed with many rivers. The Natural State is also a great place to eat delicious food, and there’s nowhere better to do just that than from the banks of Arkansas’s rivers. These eight restaurants offer delicious cuisine in the perfect setting. Each combines mouthwatering fare with a cool atmosphere, and each is right on the banks of Arkansas’s glorious rivers....

October 29, 2022 · 5 min · 1051 words · Thomas Stoddard

8 Best Historic Cities Around San Francisco

Are you looking for some history around San Francisco? These cities around the Bay area will offer a chance to enjoy some history, museums, and sightseeing. Alameda Creative Commons/Wikipedia The island Alameda occupies what was originally a peninsula connected to Oakland. And today, there are a lot of historical nuggets here like the Alameda Historical Museum and the USS Hornet Museum. Take the time to enjoy the town and discover some restaurants as well....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 722 words · Greg Schafer

Get Lost In Kentucky At These 10 Most Gorgeous Spots

Have you ever gotten lost on one of Kentucky’s back roads and stumbled upon one of the most beautiful places you’ve ever seen? It’s actually a common occurrence in the Bluegrass State, given its abundance of natural beauty and variety of scenery. If you ever find yourself lost, or you just feel like roaming around Kentucky, make it be in one of these 10 gorgeous locations. Each has its own beauty and will quickly help you forget that you actually have no idea where you truly ended up....

October 29, 2022 · 8 min · 1492 words · Kim Culp

Lake Powell The Utah Vacation Spot In Utah With A Coastline That S 2 000 Miles Long

There’s an absolutely stunning lake that stretches for miles across much of Utah. Though the lake originates in Arizona, most of it lies within Utah’s borders, and we certainly get to enjoy it on both sides of the Utah state line. Lake Powell is a must-visit if you enjoy playing in the water. Though it sees millions of visitors annually, there are so many little side canyons that you can find solitude in if you’re willing to look for them....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 689 words · Michael Twitty

Macaroni Au Gratin The Delicious Signature Dish At Poole S In North Carolina

In the Triangle area, Ashley Christensen is a household name. She owns various restaurants in the Raleigh area, each with their own flair: the southern yet proper Beasley’s Chicken and Honey, the classic Death and Taxes, The Bridge Club for big events, Chuck’s for an amazing burger, Joule for a morning start and Fox Liquor Bar for a nightcap. Yet, one restaurant is a bit different from the rest, and one recipe of this one restaurant is perhaps the most sought after in North Carolina....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 827 words · Michael Benton

Ohio S Amish Country Is Best Day Trip In Cleveland

Northeast Ohio is a region known for many things. From the awesome majesty of the Lake Erie shore to the Cleveland skyline, there’s no shortage of unforgettable sights and adventures that can only be experienced in the Cleveland area. This scenic day trip is about 30 miles out of the city, but it’s close enough and memorable enough to make the short trek worthwhile. Ohio’s Amish country stretches across a large portion of northeast Ohio....

October 29, 2022 · 4 min · 820 words · Ester Sanchez

Stay At These 10 Elegant Boutique Hotels In Missouri

You don’t need to go far for a stay at a luxury hotel. You will find each hotel on this list to be unique, beautifully designed, modern, and elegant. Many of these Missouri hotels also offer fine dining establishments and trendy bars. Treat yourself to an experience unlike any other at these 10 amazing boutique hotels in Missouri. Ambassador Hotel - Kansas City Ambassador Hotel Kansas City, Autograph Collection/Facebook Ambassador Hotel Kansas City, Autograph Collection/Facebook The Ambassador Hotel in Kansas City offers luxurious loft style rooms for guests looking to spread out....

October 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1328 words · Tracy Schooley

Take This Fall Foliage 2017 Road Trip In Pittsburgh To See The Most Colorful Leaves

Road trip! Are there any two sweeter words in the English language? As autumn quickly rolls toward us, we’ll soon be enjoying the changing of the leaves, a crispness to the air, and shorter days, all of which provide the perfect backdrop for a fall road trip. Buckle up and drink in the splendor of the fall foliage on this road trip in Pittsburgh and beyond. Click here for the entire route or to customize the directions....

October 29, 2022 · 5 min · 980 words · John Campos

The 11 Most Underrated Places To Take A Visitor In Missouri

“Can we get barbecue?” is usually the first request we get from our out-of-town guests, and for good reason. Missouri is home to unarguably the best barbecue in the country. However, there are a few other places you should take a guest when they’re visiting the Show-Me State. Melo’s Pizzeria - St. Louis Anna B./Yelp Scott S./Yelp IMO’s tends to be the preferred pizza chain in St. Louis, but indulge in a pizza pie at Melo’s, and you may never want to go to different pizzeria again....

October 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1332 words · Alma Smith

The 11 Types Of People You Ll Meet In Alaska Which One Are You Only In Your State

You will come across all sorts of people when you’re in Alaska, from hippies and hardcore mountaineers to military guys and city slickers. Everyone has their own unique style and vibe, but they are all Alaskan at heart, which means they are kind, welcoming, hard working individuals that just want to enjoy life. So tell me, which type of Alaskan are you? The Local Kathy Neufeld | Flickr The locals are the people who have lived in Alaska forever but they aren’t as much a sourdough or a recluse as they are a free spirit with unbridled love for the last frontier....

October 29, 2022 · 5 min · 877 words · Janet Thacker

The 12 Indie Coffeehouses In New Mexico That Serve The Best Coffee

Many of us require coffee to transition into consciousness. A cup sets the tone for the rest of the day, and weak or burned coffee is a poor start to any morning. If you’re seeking a great cup of joe, head to one of these 12 indie coffeehouses in New Mexico. Holy Spirit Espresso, 225 W San Francisco Street, Santa Fe Yelp/Rob K. Yelp/Heather T. Bypass the nearby chain and head to Holy Spirit Espresso instead....

October 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1373 words · Maria Strop

The Best Restaurant In Texas For Every Type Of Food Indian Asian Southern Mexican Italian

We do a lot of food articles, but I don’t think we’ve ever compiled a list of THE best of the best restaurants in Texas. That changes today – I mean, y’all deserve to know where your first choice should be for whatever kind of food you’re craving. We may have left off a few types of cuisine, but I think we hit all the main ones. This is the ultimate list of the best restaurant in the entire state for ten different kinds of food....

October 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1416 words · Linda Anthony

The Disturbing Small Town Murder That Came Out Of Georgia

For those of you who are true-crime fanatics, we have quite the tale for you. Back in the 1960s in Cordele, Georgia, a serial killer walked among the town. Once described as “kind” and “religious,” this serial killer was one of the least suspected people within the town of Cordele. Not for the faint of heart, read on to discover the disturbing small town murder that changed Cordele, Georgia forever....

October 29, 2022 · 5 min · 1043 words · Santo Barrett

The Top 8 Most Beautiful Restaurants In North Dakota

Having a beautiful atmosphere to dine in can really make or break a restaurant. It’s one thing to eat good food, but it’s an entirely different thing to eat a meal amid a stunning setting both inside and out. These 8 restaurants in North Dakota have the perfect trifecta of qualities when it comes to setting, decor, and good eats. Eleven (The Williston) - Williston Eleven Restaurant and Lounge/Yelp Eleven Restaurant and Lounge/Yelp The Williston is an absolutely breathtaking building that will remind you of an old European town....

October 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1304 words · Ethel Maughan