The North Pole is known as one of the most northernmost points on earth, a winter wonderland and as Santa’s headquarters in a cold, snowy and magical setting. There are some areas in Wyoming where the average snowfall is around 200 inches which creates a landscape similar to that of the magnetic north. Here are 12 majestic spots in Wyoming that will make you feel like you’re in the North Pole....
Just like we have our own way of speaking here in Mississippi, residents of other states use words and phrases specific to their own home towns. And while it’s obvious what these out-of-towners are implying, their words and phrases just aren’t in the everyday vocabulary of most Mississippians. So, here are 13 words and phrases that will leave Mississippians scratching their heads (not because they’re confused, just because they’re trying to figure out where you’re from)....
Alabama has many incredible bass lakes. Some of these lakes are primarily known for having large numbers of bass, while others are primarily known for having certain types of bass. Luckily, bass fishing can be done year-round in Alabama. Let’s take a look at 8 lakes in Alabama that offer great bass fishing opportunities. Lake Guntersville Alabama State Parks At 69,000 acres, Lake Guntersville is Alabama’s largest lake. It’s located in northern Alabama, between Bridgeport and Guntersville, and is known world wide (among the bass fishing community) as a great place to catch big bass....
Some mornings, we need to fuel up with a delicious cup of coffee in order to get the day started off right. Well, stopping by any ordinary coffee shop just won’t do. Luckily, there are many unique coffee shops located throughout Alabama, and I’ve listed 10 of them below. O’Henry’s Coffees - Birmingham, AL yelp/Bruce K. yelp/Allison N. O’Henry’s buys and roasts their own beans, making their coffee stand out from the rest....
Just off the South Carolina coast and almost a stone’s throw from Charleston, there’s an island fortification rich with American history. This man-made structure in the middle of Charleston Harbor is credited with having had the first shots of the Civil War fired upon it 156 years ago. The history of this historic fort is fascinating. TripAdvisor/maritimeexplorer But let’s start with this little nugget of information. Yelp/John G When you visit this fort today, you’ll find several of what appear to be unexploded shells embedded within the walls!...
If you’re looking for a fun (but challenging) hike followed by an amazing cave tour, Timpanogos Cave National Monument is your spot! This popular cave is full of interesting stalactites, stalagmites and other formations. The hike is strenuous, but the views of American Fork Canyon make it well worth the effort. While this national monument is named Timpanogos Cave, it’s actually a cave system that includes three caves: Hansen Cave, Timpanogos Cave and Middle Cave....
As one of the nation’s oldest states, Rhode Island has quite an extensive history. While this translates into gorgeous architecture and wonderful museums, it also means that there are spirits lingering throughout the state. If you believe in the paranormal, you might find that some of the places you’d least expect are filled with ghosts. There are plenty of places you may have already heard about, but these 7 lesser known haunted places may surprise you!...
When it comes to fascinating geological wonders, it’s hard to beat what the Last Frontier has to offer. The great 49th state of Alaska is known for its overwhelming amount of stunning ice formations (over 100,000 glaciers to be exact) and 17 out of the 20 highest peaks in North America. Maybe you’ve heard of Denali? Sure you have! But it’s the awe-inspiring, wildly underrated and totally unassuming volcanic land spread across the state that has us really intrigued....
At the turn of the 20th century, Polebridge Mercantile was providing homesteaders with supplies and a place to hear the latest news and gossip. Today, it still maintains that rich history. It’s the place to go to stock up on necessities before heading into the wilderness of Glacier National Park. Take a look! Polebridge Mercantile has been serving customers since 1914. Polebridge Mercantile/Facebook It’s located at 265 Polebridge Loop in the little town of Polebridge....
Nashville is known for country music, but this sweet southern city has fostered QUITE a few things that snag us a spot in the history books. Whether you have a penchant for sweet things or hot chicken, these seven things wouldn’t exist without Nashville, Tennessee. We were first, we can forever say – we were most definitely first. And the whole world should know. Cotton Candy!!! jacinta lluch valero - Flickr The Cotton Candy Machine was invented by a man from Nashville....
Alabama is home to several unique places and buildings, including castles. That’s right! You don’t have to travel to a faraway land to see these beautiful pieces of architecture. There are many castle-style structures located throughout Alabama, and we’ve decided to take you on a majestic castles road trip that’ll lead you to six of our favorites. The total mileage for this majestic castles road trip is 965 miles, with an estimated drive time of 15 hours and 35 minutes....
Whether you’re a lifelong Floridian or you’re planning your first visit, you may not have heard of some of the best places in Florida. These little towns are often overshadowed by the theme parks and beaches that our state is famous for, but we think small towns like these are actually the Sunshine State’s best attractions. Why not see how many of these you can visit in 2017? If you want to learn more about a town, click on the link in the title....
Nothing says fall quite like a piping hot mug of apple cider. Well, the only thing better than apple cider is freshly made cider from local, Indiana-grown apples, of course. Whether you love this delicious cold weather drink plain or with alcohol, you’ll want to check out one of these 8 charming cider mills in Indiana: Miller’s Cider Mill - Middlebury a_la_Sainte_Terrer/TripAdvisor This amazingly gorgeous cider mill will offer you a tour of their apple cider production process when you visit....
Molson is an old, abandoned town in northeastern Washington, just below the Canadian border. A long time ago, the mining town was once booming – until an arrogant farmer decided to claim that most of the town was on his homestead. Now, years later, the area remains preserved as a creepy Open Air Museum that you can still walk around and explore. You’ll be able to find several remaining pioneer buildings, including the old school and bank, as well as farming equipment and other relics....
From haunted hotels where you’re not the only one in your room to haunted ghost towns and even haunted roads and alleys, North Carolina has quite a bit when it comes to lingering spirits. One topic we have yet to cover though is that of a haunted restaurant. Sharing your meal with a ghost? You might just be at The Country Squire Restaurant Winery and Vintage Inn located in Kenansville in Duplin County....
Not only is Georgia known for its beautiful natural landscape, it’s also known for its beautiful people! Some of the most gorgeous and famous people have hailed from Georgia. Here are some of the most beautiful people ever born in Georgia. Dakota Fanning Anthony Citrano via flickr Superstar Dakota Fanning hails from Conyers, GA. The young beauty is known for her roles in “War of the Worlds” and “Uptown Girls” with other Georgia local Brittany Murphey!...
While the Hawaiian Islands are certainly home to some big names in candy – Big Island Candies, Hawaiian Host and Honolulu Chocolate Company, just to name a few – there is a little-known candy shop that blows all these brands out of the water. Located off Dillingham Boulevard near Honolulu Community College is Nisshodo Candy Store, an intimate, hole-in-the-wall shop that has been specializing in Japanese candy for more than 90 years – and has even received attention from the Food Network as the best candy shop in Hawaii....
As New Yorkers, we generally hold our natural attractions and secret scenic hideaways in high regard. To us, there’s nothing better than getting outdoors to find peace within our quiet forests and unbelievable mountain tops. Prepared to enjoy an unforgettable dining experience? This unique deli in New York might just become your new favorite place to grab a summit sandwich to bring with you on all of your Adirondack adventures:...
Just because we aren’t by an ocean doesn’t mean we don’t have some killer seafood restaurants. It’s one of the best kept secrets of our state, I think, that we serve up some awesome seafood. Here are some of Wisconsin’s best restaurants to get a great seafood dinner. Harbor House Harbor House/Facebook Harbor House/Facebook This is an upscale joint, but you will happily pay the prices with the awesome view of Lake Michigan and, more importantly, great seafood....
Hamburgers have a way of tickling salivary glands before your teeth ever take a bite. The buttery bun and juicy beef is enough to make any meat-eater scream for joy, but just wait until you taste these mind-blowing burgers in Texas. You must try these seven hamburgers before you die. This, folks, is the ultimate burger bucket list for Austin, Texas. Hopdoddy Hopdoddy Burger Bar/Facebook Hopdoddy Burger Bar/Facebook This decadent burger chain started right here in Austin, Texas....
