If you’ve lived your whole life in New Hampshire, or at least New England, you might never stop to consider that some of the foods we eat here might seem just plain strange to the rest of the country. Ask someone in New Mexico about American chop suey and they’ll probably try to direct you to the nearest Chinese takeout spot! But for us, these foods taste like comfort, and home....
Close enough to Lincoln and Omaha to be a bedroom community, yet far enough away to feel like a rural small town, is Wahoo. This little Saunders County town is home to just over 4,500 people and has a lot more to offer than its size may imply. In a state where 89 percent of towns have 3,000 or fewer residents, it’s not hard at all to find a town with just one traffic light - or even none at all....
Despite what others may tell you, the Big Apple isn’t New York’s only amazing city that’s worth visiting. Most out-of-town visitors make their way to the Capital Region to check out all there is to be see in Albany. But what about the cities in the surrounding area that you might be less familiar with? Just a quick drive from our state’s capital, the city of Troy is one you won’t want to overlook....
There are many purportedly haunted houses across the state, but none with as many ghosts as the Brigham Young Forest Farmhouse at This is the Place Heritage Park. Ken Lund/flickr Brigham Young’s farmhouse was originally built in 1863, at Ashton Avenue, near 7th East and 2300 S. It was moved to This is the Place Heritage Park in 1975. Charles Roscoe Savage/Licensed under Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons Brigham Young himself was reportedly seen at the farmhouse while it was at its original location....
To the average Idahoan, small town cafes and diners form the heart of the itty bitty community that surrounds it. And what would a small town “country cafe” be without tables filled with regulars, sipping coffee, making small talk, and digging into immense portions of tasty, diner-style cuisine? Well, Boise is no small town, but it has more than a few mom and pop gems tucked in its big city limits that still embody Idaho’s rural dining roots....
Big city life has its perks, but it also has its downsides. From long lines at restaurants, to traffic at rush hour, to crowded spaces, sometimes you just need a break from it all. Oklahoma is full of small towns that offer charm, quiet spaces, southern hospitality and a slower pace of life. Whether you’re looking to move to a more rural area, or just need a little time away, here are 10 towns in Oklahoma where you can go to get some peace and quiet....
Nebraska has picture perfect landscapes all over, but you can catch some of the most spectacular scenery in and around the smaller towns. “Small,” of course, is a relative term, but here we use it to mean towns with populations of less than 10,000 people. From charming little towns filled with character to bustling little cities with the most amazing views, here are 11 of the most picturesque small towns in Nebraska that you’ve got to visit....
We have some pretty amazing restaurants here in Southern California that aren’t just delicious, but they’ve also stood the test of time. Take a look at these ten iconic SoCal eateries to see just how long some of these landmark restaurants have been around. Any favorites on the list? Sycamore Inn – 8318 Foothill Blvd inRancho Cucamonga, CA. yelp/toni g. yelp/sycamore Inn Long before the freeway system was built in Southern California, this historic steakhouse was a stopping point for travelers who made their way down Route 66....
Delaware loves fall festivals – from Apple Scrapple to Punkin Chunkin, it seems our state lives for the cooler weather and changing of leaves! There’s nothing quite like a well done Delaware fall festival – and unlike other states in the area, we host the most unique celebrations. Where else can you celebrate Cheesetoberfest one weekend, and hydraulic pumpkin launching a few weeks later? Mark these Delaware Fall Festivals on your calendar, and stay busy throughout the autumn season....
Utah has tons of interesting and beautiful places, and most are so popular that everyone knows where they are. Even though our national parks (and many of our state parks) are in the vast, southern part of the state, we don’t consider them “in the boonies” because they’re so well-known. These 12 places are less popular and are definitely out of the way. If you’re willing to drive a little to explore some of Utah’s most interesting spots, take a look at these....
Spring in Utah is pretty fickle – warm and sunny one day, snowy and blustery the next. The next time the sun comes out you might want to gather up a picnic and eat your lunch outdoors. Grab a blanket, some tasty food, some sunscreen and a jacket and head to these 15 Utah picnic spots. Liberty Park, Salt Lake City torhutchins/flickr There’s no place like Liberty Park for a picnic....
With so much beauty in our state, never be scared to boast about it. Yet sometimes, pictures can say all the right words you’re searching for to accurately describe the stunning scenery of North Carolina. Take for example, these eighteen. We experience stunning cotton candy sunsets Flickr / Zach Frailey Cotton candy clouds mirror off the Neuse River in New Bern. And purple heavens Flickr / Justin Askew Photography The Blue Ridge Mountains come alive with color in the spring....
Who says it has to be October in order for you to take a tour of a haunted house? Well… hospital. All across the country you’ll find ghost towns and strange phenomena, but are you willing to step inside one of our most haunted hospitals? Home to some of our most terrifying and active ghosts, the stories behind these five haunted hospitals across the U.S. are too creepy for words:...
Winter in Kansas might be something less than desirable for most, but don’t let that get you down! There’s definitely plenty of things to do while you wait for the ground to thaw out. Even if it’s cold until March, these seven frosty festivals will be sure to keep you warm and help you forget about the winds we know so well. Brr! Wichita Historical Museum’s Holiday Wreath Festival tsayrate/Flickr There’s plenty of wreaths here for every holiday lover, and they’re for sale!...
The best part about being in North Dakota in the summer is our access to tons of great lakes. When the temperatures are high, it’s nice to enjoy a day lakeside, out on the boat, or taking a dip in the cool water. We’ve featured many awesome places to achieve all of this before and now we’ve taken a look at some of the best when it comes to swimming. Here are some of the spots you’ll want to hit up this summer:...
Portland is known to be a liberal city, overflowing with forests, mountains, and plenty of weird, but some things they just don’t teach you in school. Here are 8 lesser known facts about our city that may be news to you. Benson bubblers Are unique Alex / Flickr Only installed in specific boundaries of downtown Portland, these iconic fountains were created after businessman Simon Benson donated funds for the design and installation of the fountains throughout the city....
Pennsylvania’s pretty good at keeping secrets. In fact, some of the most beautiful, pristine spots in PA – from natural pools and water slides to sprawling forest land – are not widely known. Here are nine hidden places that definitely rank among Pennsylvania’s best kept secrets. Salt Springs State Park - 2305 Salt Springs Road, Montrose, PA 18801 Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli Escape to a magical oasis nestled within the forest at Salt Springs State Park, which spans more than 700 total acres in Susquehanna County....
It should come as no surprise that the best wings in the world can be found right here in Western New York. I mean… duh, right? But the actual location of said wings might surprise you. While this pub might not have the claim to fame as the birth place of the “Buffalo wing,” it’s certainly well known for poultry perfection. Where can I find these world-famous wings, you ask?...
Like so many other places in the United States, much of Minnesota was shaped by its rivers. Eager to make use of the power and transportation rivers allowed, early settlers chose to build towns along them. Many thrived and continue to do so to this day. But others, for one reason or another, failed. That’s what happened to West Newton, a former town along the Minnesota River in southern Minnesota. Steamboats made the town a trading hub in the 1800s....
Sure, dropping temps, ice, and snow can totally justify sitting inside and sipping hot cocoa. But let me tell you something: hot cocoa sure tastes better after being outdoors. You know all that awesome Wisconsin nature around us everyday? Turns out that it doesn’t disappear when it snows. So head out to these 12 Wisconsin spots this winter. Kettle Moraine Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources/Flickr Kettle Moraine might be the most awesome during the winter, totally based on the cross country skiing opportunities it affords....
