With our rich history and heritage, the Mile High City has long been a popular spot for ghost hunters to convene and seek signs of life from the other side. Tales are told of angry spirits, lost souls, and other perturbed paranormals that float just above the hallowed grounds of haunted Denver. Are you brave enough to go on a hunt for a Mile High ghost? Only time will tell…...
No one’s cooking quite compares to our mom’s meals made with love, just like there’s really no better food in the world like homemade food. Diners in Pittsburgh can now enjoy both at the mom & pop restaurants in Pittsburgh. Then, after you enjoy a delicious homemade meal, head to a traditional ice cream shop to add a cherry on top of the perfect dining experience. But, first things first, how will you choose which restaurant for today’s meal?...
Gardens don’t cross most people’s minds when they think about Texas, but it turns out that you can visit quite a few beautiful gardens throughout the Lone Star State. We’ve compiled this list of what we believe to be 10 of the most breathtaking gardens in the entire state. Enjoy! Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden Facebook Facebook Here, you can marvel at 86 acres of lush greenery, beautiful flowers, and breathtaking vistas overlooking White Rock Lake....
Kentucky is one of the most beautiful states in the US with some amazing towns well worth visiting. One Kentucky town everyone should see at least once is most assuredly Bardstown. This historic community is not the smallest town in the Bluegrass State, but it is definitely one of the most history-filled, and one of the loveliest. Here are 10 reasons why everyone should visit this town in Kentucky, even Kentuckians:...
North Dakotans know what’s good here and no matter what people say there are some things that just seem universally liked state-wide. It doesn’t matter if you’re from the east, central, west, or whatever region of the state, you have almost certainly encountered someone who loves these 10 things: Knoephla Erica Hager/Flickr You don’t have to have a German-Russian grandma to love this stuff; everyone knows it’s good! And don’t forget the Scandinavian dishes....
We do many weird things here in Chicago, but we aren’t ashamed – it’s just our way of life. We love our city and we enjoy our lifestyle to the fullest each and every day. If you’re from the city, check out these 10 things we do that everyone else thinks is strange. Whether you’ve lived here forever or just moved in, you may discover these quirks are particular to you as well....
I know what you’re thinking: North Pole and Texas in the same sentence? Is this a joke? No, y’all, I’m as serious as can be. Contrary to popular belief, some places in Texas DO get snow on a regular basis. Here are 11 of them, and they’re absolutely breathtaking. Waxahachie Flickr/paulorear This small town near Dallas looks absolutely breathtaking covered in snow. These lonely train tracks are hauntingly beautiful. Big Bend Flickr/aneyefortexas Snow-capped mountains are a classic image of winter, and despite the stereotypes about Texas, we actually do have them here....
The best fries have just the right combination of crunchy coating and tender insides. They’re salty or spicy, and never soggy or bland. There are tons of great restaurants in Utah offering delicious fries; here are just 12 of them, in alphabetical order. The Bayou, Salt Lake City Bayou/Facebook Bayou/Facebook The sweet potato fries are quite possibly the best in the state, and you can enjoy them with live music. Pictured here with the cajun corn dogs....
Vermont may be small in size and population, but we have big things to offer. So before the geographically larger states try to stake their claim as the best state in the USA, people need to know a few things about Vermont. We are highly underrated! We have epic hiking trails. Flickr/Scott McCracken From short and sweet to steep and long, Vermont has some of the best hiking around. There is always something new to explore....
Louisiana is home to a vast number of historic buildings and districts that color our history and make Louisiana so unique. We’ve done some research to find some of the most astounding Louisiana historic district that are sure to amaze you. Here are some the most fascinating historic districts that have some truly interesting stories behind them. Opelousas Downtown National Historic District Flick.rcom / Anthonyturducken St. Landry Parish Courthouse Old Opelousas City Hall...
Abandoned buildings are hauntingly beautiful. Whether fully intact or withering away from the elements, their remains tell stories of the thriving businesses that once existed inside the now empty walls. These five hotels in Texas closed their doors long ago, but they still stand as tall and proud as ever – maybe due to some paranormal presences keeping them alive. The Baker Hotel (Mineral Wells) Flickr/davehensley The most famous abandoned hotel in Texas, this foreboding building closed its doors in 1972 after thriving during the ’20s and ’30s....
It’s incredible how quickly nature can take over a place and make it disappear without a trace. Alaska is a big state and there are many places where nature has taken back her land from former occupants and turned it into her own again. There are many abandoned gold mines and bases located around that state that now simply cease to exist. Maybe you’ve stumbled across the remains of an old mining town or army base during your wilderness adventures....
Kansas summer is fully here, and if you haven’t taken a day out on a lake yet, what’s stopping you? Sure, some of our beautiful lakes are having troubles with toxic algae right now, but these are clean, and ready for summer fun. Why not take the day off and visit one of these 7 swimming spots with the family? Crawford Lake Crawford State Park - Kansas Wildlife, Parks & Tourism Facebook This gorgeous lake has a lot to offer when you take it all in....
Minnesota’s urban and rural areas are full of secret historic sites. In fact, you might not know you are passing them when you drive by. From the state parks to the countryside we found some of MN’s most fascinating historical sites that are always worth a visit. Mountain Iron Mine Wikimedia/McGhiever This beautiful U.S. National Historic Landmark is the site of the the mine that started it all in Northern Minnesota when the Merritt Brothers discovered high-grade iron ore in 1887....
One of Connecticut’s main attributes is its vast, untouched natural beauty. So it’s no surprise that locals love exploring it. If you’ve been looking for some cool sights and activities to do outdoors, these are a great place to start. See our favorite natural attractions below: Sleeping Giant David Smith/Flickr Complete this hike for a view of the legendary sleeping giant. This long dormant volcanic ridge has its own folklore and a stone viewing tower at the top....
You hear a lot of people complain about how boring Nebraska is, but the truth is that we’ve got our weird side, too. “Weird” isn’t necessarily a negative word – we use it here to mean unique and interesting. If you’re looking for excitement or distraction, or if you just want to be reminded of how strange our little slice of the country can be, at least one of these nine places should do the trick for you....
New Jersey has a rich railroading history and the largest commuter rail system in the United States in terms of track mileage (951 miles). Over the years, our transportation needs have changed, and new tracks have been built while old tracks have been converted into hiking and biking trails; others have been abandoned, unable to be repurposed. Fairview Cemetery appears at first glance to be much like any other cemetery....
Lately, I’ve been intrigued by HGTV’s hit reality shows such as Tiny House Hunters, Tiny House and Big Living, which feature couples seeking financial and location freedom through tiny living. Just a quick Google search will show that this trend is spreading across the country like wildfire! (Most of these homes are less than $80K and under 500 sq. ft!) Think you wouldn’t want to live life that small? Well, these cute and adorably tiny-crafted houses just might change your mind!...
An abandoned Kentucky spot in urban areas will often get refurbished or demolished before nature reclaims it. Still, we do have some old creepy things floating about you might be surprised by. One of which is the Celt, though she is known by other names. The tale of the Celt is both exciting and sad. She began her journey as a state of the art luxury yacht, via the commission of J Rogers Maxwell....
I love hearing stories about Utah’s history – before everyone had cell phones that they used to binge-watch the latest Netflix Original Series. Before we spent long hours engaged in social media, while ignoring our loved ones that sit next to us (they’re also plugged into Facebook or Instagram). Life was simpler back in the 1930s, that’s for sure. It was also much harder. Take a look at these photos that were taken as part of a huge government project – the Farm Security Administration’s Resettlement program, which helped farmers during the Great Depression....
