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Drive-in restaurants always make you think of when you were a kid. They are few and far between these days, but there are still a few left in Kentucky to take you back in time with a classic hamburger and french fries with a chocolate shake. Take a brief escape to yesteryear at one of these old-fashioned drive-in restaurants in Kentucky. The Parkette, Lexington Yelp/Darren P. Yelp/Allen G. The Parkette is a 1950s-style drive-in that was featured on the Food Network show “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives....

Since I am a work-from-home-writer-mamma, I consider locally owned coffeehouses to be my go-to when I need a break from my regular office (AKA, our guest room.) Fortunately, the Sunflower State is home to many of these charming and delicious coffeehouses, including: Union Station Coffee & Roasterie (Hays) Union Station Coffee & Roasterie Facebook Union Station Coffee & Roasterie Facebook One of the newest coffeehouses in Kansas is also one of the best with its freshly roasted coffee, homemade treats and homey atmosphere!...

Though the popularity of trains has dwindled over the past few decades, they’re still a fairly common form of transportation in New Jersey. We have hundreds of trains running throughout the state at any given time, from PATH trains to NJ Transit to Amtrak and the light rail, along with several others. It seems as though we have quite the affinity for locomotives in New Jersey. We have Northlandz, the world’s largest model railway, The New Jersey Museum of Transportation in Allaire State Park, The Whippany Railway Museum and the Friar Mountain Railroad Museum in Sparta, along with numerous smaller exhibits throughout the state....

EVERYONE knows about Utah’s national parks. This time of year, they’re packed with both Utahns and tourists. You’d pretty much have to live under a rock to be unaware of Zion, Bryce or Arches (the three most popular, and hence crowded, of the parks). Check out this lesser-known, highly underrated national monument: Cedar Breaks. This gorgeous park has beauty similar to Bryce Canyon National Park, hiking for every level of ability, camping and dark skies perfect for stargazing....

A lot of people travel to Illinois for the world-class museums. And boy do we have them. But for all those world-class establishments, we have some real head-scratchers. So check out these seven Illinois museums that are a little off-the-wall. International Museum of Surgical Science International Museum of Surgical Science/Facebook I’m not a big fan of surgery, so I am not sure I’d want to go to a museum about surgical science....

Honey’s Restaurant is about ready to put on their annual Slawburger Festival next week, but we figured it was about time to learn the whole story behind this Fayetteville legend. Bursting with historic and palatable flavor, you don’t want to miss a foray into the wild world of Tennessee’s tiny town eateries. Honey’s is bound to blow your socks off! Honey’s - Facebook Located in the town of Fayetteville, about an hour and a half South of Nashville, Honey’s Restaurant is a most perfect, quintessential small-town restaurant....

Spring is just around the corner and Puxatawney Phil’s prediction for “six more weeks of bad weather” is set to expire very soon. In spite of the threat of bad weather it’s still been warm enough on the South Carolina coast to go spend an occasional day or half-day at the beach. If you’re thinking ahead to a little spring getaway, then these eight overnight destinations in South Carolina are fantastic spots to make that happen....

DC is a city of monuments and museums. We are filled with incredible man made wonders. Not only do we have one of the most incredible man made wonders of the country, the Washington Monument, but we also have many other beautiful and architecturally amazing wonders here. While not a complete list, these are 16 of the most enchanting man made wonders in Washington DC. The Octagon House Flickr/NCinDC The name is misleading for the Octagon House....

In south central Louisiana you’ll find one of our country’s most magical natural resources, The Atchafalaya Swamp. Nestled in the heart of Cajunland, The Atchafalaya Swamp is more than just a swamp. It’s a major resource for the people who live around it, and a major contribution to our Cajun and Creole roots. Let’s take a look at some reasons why it’s so special. The Atchafalaya Swamp (aka The Atchafalaya Basin) is the largest river swamp in the country....

There’s a wildlife refuge hiding in New Mexico that you HAVE to visit. While most New Mexicans and birders are familiar with Bosque del Apache, other visitors to the Land of Enchantment are amazed to discover this natural wonderland. The sight of thousands of snow geese and sandhill cranes lifting off at dawn, or descending at sunset, is one that’ll be forever seared in your memory. It’s like being inside a nature documentary....

The leaves have begun turning and decorations have started to pop up all over the place… our favorite creepy season is here! This time of year New York is lucky enough to have an assortment of haunted houses, tours, and train rides available all over our state. One of our favorite places to track down paranormal activity? This one haunted fort out on Lake Ontario that has quite the creepy story behind it....

Whether you’re looking for solitude or a way to connect with friends/family, going fishing is always a great idea. With all of our wonderful rivers and lakes, the fish are abundant in Illinois. We’re looking at ten great places you might want to check out on your next fishing trip: Lake Shelbyville (Shelby Co.) Anne Swoboda/Flickr This lake has over 11,000 acres, spanning 120 miles of shoreline. If you’re looking for flathead catfish and bigmouth buffalo, this is your place....

Some of Maine’s most beautiful features are not only natural. They’re beautiful places nestled within our gorgeous landscape. Vesper Hill Children’s Hospital is a great example of this. First, a chapel is a place of worship, but it’s not necessarily devoted to any particular faith. In most cases, a chapel is a place to feel closer to just about any higher power in which you believe. Vesper Hill Children’s Chapel is an outdoor chapel featuring a beautiful formal garden....

Vermont history runs deep, and we are the kind of folk who take pride in preserving our past. These houses have incredible pasts that you’re going to want to check out. See how these places have changed the course of history. Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home - Manchester Facebook/Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Built in 1905 by Robert Lincoln, this historic home on 412 acres is magnificent. It is said that the ghost of Mary Todd Lincoln still resides here....

Another week just started but if you’re already feeling drained and looking forward to the weekend, then you might already be thinking of heading out of town for at least a day. We’re going to make that just a little bit easier for you with a list of some cool places to visit right here in Arizona. For this list, we’re keeping the destinations simple so that you can take the time to really explore each area....

Summer is almost upon us, and that means we’ll all be looking for ways to beat the heat. Some of us will also be looking for ways to entertain the kids. After all, we can only stand to hear “I’m bored” so many times. The best solution for both of these summer time problems is obvious: Pack up some sunscreen and drive to the nearest water park. With such destinations spread all the way across the state, you’ll find a great way to spend those long summer days on this list....

Have you ever noticed that some of the best places are the ones far from tourist attractions? Here are 10 places in Arizona that only locals know about. Bearizona: A Little Known Park Bea K./Yelp This drive-through park takes you through three miles and shows you bison, bears…even porcupines! For more information, read our full article here. The Rose Garden At Mesa Community College: The Secret Garden You’re Guaranteed To Love Mesa Community College/Facebook The rose garden at Mesa Community College has 9,000 rose bushes with pathways you can wander to your heart’s content....

Here in Alabama, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by different types of beautiful scenery. From majestic mountains and scenic canyons, to flowing rivers and gorgeous lakes, Alabama’s natural sceneries will most certainly bring out the explorer in you. Listed below are 10 natural sceneries that’ll inspire you to get out and explore Alabama. Turkey Creek Nature Preserve - 3906 Turkey Creek Rd, Pinson, AL TurkeyCreekNP.com Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, located in Jefferson County, is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Southeast....

I love my home state, but there are some things about Florida that are a little disturbing. From the threat of sinkholes to serial killers, here a few scary facts about the Sunshine State: Florida has the highest number of shark attacks in the U.S. Flickr/ajmexico The city of New Smyrna Beach has the highest recorded number of shark attacks. Luckily, the fatality rate is relatively low for shark attacks in the U....

All Oklahomans have their favorite lakes – and with more than 2,000 to choose from – they most likely never get to see all of them. With that in mind, we set out to find 11 beautiful lesser-known lakes in Oklahoma that we think everyone should visit in summer 2016. For a magical summer full of fun, laughter and memories, head out to these lakes in the Sooner State for an unforgettable experience....