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With fall approaching, you’ll want to make the most of the Blue Ridge Mountains and book your stay in a log cabin. You’ll get a rustic mountain feel, beautiful views, and sometimes a hot tub! Check out these eleven for a great fall trip. Asheville Cabins of Carolina Mornings https://www.carolinamornings.com/vacation/cabins-cottage-in-asheville-nc/detailpage/194/all-decked-out Carolina Mornings is a premiere luxury vacation rental of Asheville and surrounding areas. With your stay, you get a a free pass to Blitmore Estates....

First of all, this poll has nothing to do with my personal opinions, because it’s all about how Kansans all over voted. Conducted by the Kansas Restaurant & Hospitality Association (KRHA) every year, this poll helps everyone from other states know which restaurants are truly the best in Kansas. However, here are seven great Kansas eateries that made the list, and the four that made it to the top three (because third place had a tie!...

It’s all about finding that perfect balance in life. The same is true when trying to decide which cities in a state fall right in the middle of being a larger bustling city versus a smaller laid back town. Here are some cities in Wyoming that aren’t too big and aren’t too small but are just right. Lander Flickr/J. Stephen Conn Lander is centrally located in Wyoming along the Middle Fork of the Popo Agie River....

New Jersey has dozens of incredible ice cream shops but we don’t have many ice cream factories. And if you’re looking for an ice cream factory that’s open to the public, you’ll probably have a hard time finding one. Don’t despair! I’ve found one for you, and it’s fantastic. Arctic Ice Cream Image/GoogleMaps This is the Arctic Ice Cream Factory. Tucked away on an industrial street in Ewing, it may not look like much, but it is a cool place in more ways than one....

Since becoming a state in 1861, Kansas has seen its fair share of towns come and go. T0day, in fact, Kansas is home to hundreds of vacant, yet still standing ghost towns. The remains of some of these towns are truly incredible, beautiful, or sometimes even grim, as told by these 11 stories: Iowa Point Wikimedia Commons Located along the Kansas/Missouri border is the once important shipping hub of Iowa Point....

Arcadia is a small city in Southwest Florida with 7,722 people. Don’t be fooled by its size; this small town packs a big punch. Here are several highlights that make Arcadia a town everyone in Florida should visit: Julie Fletcher via Flickr/VISIT FLORIDA Editor Arcadia’s got plenty of history, shopping, unique dining and fun activities for a perfect day trip or weekend getaway, with tons of small-town charm. Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM Arcadia’s downtown historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places....

Montana is home to some national parks that, while amazing, tend to steal the spotlight when people visit from out-of-state. But the locals know that there’s much more to Montana than Glacier and Yellowstone. The state parks in Big Sky Country are like no other, especially the largest state park, Makoshika. If you live in Montana, do yourself the favor of visiting this beautiful place. What does “Makoshika” mean, anyway?...

No matter the season, spending a bit of time by the water makes for a great way to de-stress and connect with nature. We aren’t all fortunate enough to live on the coast, but luckily Massachusetts is dotted with gorgeous ponds that make for dreamy destinations. Here are a few particularly magical places that deserve a visit. Please note: these lakes and ponds aren’t ranked in order of beauty. They’re all gorgeous in their own way....

We’re pretty lucky to live in a state surrounded by such amazing food. While there are always new, exciting places popping up, there are certain restaurants that we consider staples, which best define our incredible state. Check out these 10 state-defining restaurants to see if you’ve been to them all. St. Elmo Steakhouse - Indianapolis Victor H./Yelp Suze B./Yelp St. Elmo’s is arguably the most well known restaurant within Indiana and is the first place many visitors want to go for a meal....

If you’re reading this, you probably know the truth about Connecticut: it’s a beautiful state filled with charming towns, great schools, and cool restaurants. It’s also one of the most expensive states to live in. Here are a few places you can go enjoy Connecticut’s beauty without taking your wallet out. Elizabeth Park, Hartford Flickr/bbcamericagirl Elizabeth Park is home to America’s oldest rose garden, which opened in 1904. Walking among the park’s 15,000 rose bushes, it’s easy to imagine you’ve magically transported from Hartford to Versailles....

Sometimes, you feel that grumble in your stomach that only a superb sandwich can satisfy. These Illinois restaurants know just what you need, whether you’re a meat lover or prefer a cheesy delight. Read on to plot your next escape for a delicious sandwich! Maid Rite Sandwich at Maid Rite (Quincy) John M./Yelp Luan N./Flickr This loose meat sandwich is a delicious treat that people across the Midwest enjoy, but Quincyans particularly love it....

As we reach the crucial midpoint of summer, it is time to ask yourself–have you been making the most of this season in Georgia? Our wonderful state has so many seasonally-specific adventures to take, we want you to get the most out of the summertime before the temperatures start to cool. Take a look at these 11 unmissable experiences to have in Georgia before the summer is over. Snag one of the best soft serve ice cream cones in the state....

North Carolina has no shortage of slang words and even statewide dialect differences. From the mountains to the coast, we all speak with slightly altered accents, and we all have our own words and phrases that mean one thing to us – North Carolinian dialect. But what happens when we North Carolinians leave our safe zone and travel up north and out west? We might encounter a few words that just make absolutely NO SENSE to us Tar Heels…like these 11....

These hidden restaurants aren’t hiding in the traditional sense. In fact, they’re pretty easy to find if you know where you’re looking, but these awesome locales are too often overlooked. We implore you to leave the overhyped magazine picks behind this weekend and enjoy the flavors of these underrated hot spots. When it comes to hidden restaurants, these are among the best, and a must try for long time residents and visitors alike!...

These towns in Connecticut are perfect if you’re looking to raise a family away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Or maybe you’re just looking to get away for a weekend. However long you want to stay, the important part is just that you visit. These rural towns will let you experience the scenic natural beauty that Connecticut is known for. So what makes a rural town, anyway? According to the Connecticut State Office of Rural health, all towns with a population census of 10,000 or less and a population density of 500 or less people per square mile are designated as rural....

When most people think of Southern California, the image of a forest isn’t often the first thing that comes to mind. But those of us who live in this beautiful part of the country know that our immense national forests with expansive wilderness areas are one of the many reasons we can’t help but sing SoCal’s praises. While everyone else is out exploring the beaches of Southern California, you’ll find many of us local folks spending our recreational time getting lost in the woods of these four national treasures....

I’m so excited! And the reason being…corn mazes! Fall is, in my opinion, the funnest time of the year. It’s cool enough that you still enjoy being outside, the weather is still pretty and there are so many fun activities you get to partake in that only happen in the fall time. Corn mazes are just one of many fall activities you simply have to do this year. Check out this list of awesome corn mazes in Georgia you have to do this fall!...

Once upon a time…that’s usually how the story goes when a castle is involved. While most people may associate castles with fairy tales, some castles have been transformed into schools, bed and breakfasts, and other places we can all enjoy. Here are eight captivating castles near Pittsburgh that you’ll want to visit. Buhl Castle Flickr/John Mark Davey Castles aren’t just for royalty anymore. Indulge in the ultimate luxury at the Buhl Mansion & Castle, currently a Guesthouse and Spa in Mercer County....

One of the most wonderful and undeniably romantic parts of life in Cleveland is the indescribable experience of watching the sun set over Lake Erie. Golds, pinks, and blues collide and melt together in both the sky and the Great Lake. However, there are many more destinations around Cleveland where you can enjoy the show, all of which will captivate you and delight your inner romantic. Edgewater Park, near 6500 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland Erik Drost/Flickr Edgewater Park is a spectacular 147 acres of raw beauty....

There is no shortage of adventures to have in and around Denver this summer… but with so many options, where does one even begin? Kick off July by taking one (or all) of these amazing treetop adventures that you can only have here in the Mile High City: 1.) Rocky Mountain National Park Flickr/BRJ INC. Located about an hour and a half from the city lies the iconic Rocky Mountain National Park, which boasts views that are both high above the trees and along the lush valley!...