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One thing all Hoosiers know to be true is that we have very strong likes and dislikes. From our awesome events to our world famous cuisine, there are some things in Indiana we definitely depend on. Here are 11 awesome things that all Hoosiers know we just couldn’t live without. The State Fair xrayspx/Flickr Here in Indiana, the State Fair is a HUGE deal. Hoosiers attend year after year, partly out of tradition, but mostly because we love celebrating the best of our state with our close friends and family....

The summer months seem to be all the rage in the last frontier, but locals will agree that winter is by far Alaska’s best kept secret. When the snow starts falling and begins to paint every small town and big city white, it’s impossible to deny the peaceful scene that follows shortly thereafter. The way that the bright powder lights up the mountain sides, frozen rivers and widespread valleys is enough to fill everyone’s eyes with magic....

DC is known for some fantastic festivals, including the recent Cherry Blossom Festival. But if you dare to venture outside the city to the charming small towns in Maryland and Virginia, you will find even more unique and fun festivals. Here are the 13 best small town festivals near DC you should check out this year. Peach Festival Facebook/Berlin Maryland Chamber of Commerce In one of America’s coolest small towns, the Peach Festival is a community celebration featuring pie baking and pie eating contest, live music and more!...

You don’t have to go on a long hike to enjoy the great outdoors here in Washington. We’re lucky to have plenty of local parks, gardens and trails where you can go just for some fresh air and sunshine. If you feel like getting out and about, but don’t want to travel far, check out any of these 13 spots for more of an easygoing walk through nature. Madison Falls Jasperdo/Flickr This horsetail-shaped cascade flows near the Elwha River, just west of Port Angeles....

Marylanders are a diverse bunch, but there are a few things we can all agree are easy to love. Check out the following list and see which of these things makes your Maryland heart go pitter-patter. Steamed Crabs Flickr / Jason Yung There is no better season than crab season. Old Bay Flickr / Mozart If you don’t have this stockpiled in your pantry, are you even really a Marylander?...

Summer is upon us and our calendars are filling up with vacations, visits and events, but don’t let the summer slide by without doing these 15 things. These will make your summer bucket list well rounded and give you a chance to experience both classic and unique things that will make this a summer to remember. Take a dip at the Bolton Potholes. Facebook/Michael Szabo Bolton Potholes is a popular swimming hole made up of 5 waterfalls that each create their own pool of water....

Deciding where you want to have your wedding can be a daunting task. This very special and important day is something you want to be unforgettable for you and your guests. While you could go with a normal venue, why not some place amazing and unique? These five places in North Dakota are the perfect spots for a perfect wedding. Lewis and Clark Riverboat - Bismarck Lewis & Clark Riverboat via Facebook Did you know you can host weddings on a riverboat in North Dakota?...

San Francisco and the Bay Area has no shortage of slang words. You may be more surprised at the amount of words that originate from this area as well. These phrases and words may confound people in conversation because many of these slang words make little or no sense outside the San Francisco Bay Area. Let’s learn more about these phrases from the the area that will keep you guessing....

Wintery fun doesn’t end with the holidays! There are plenty of amazing events and celebrations happening all winter long across Massachusetts. From magical town celebrations to fiercely fun chilly challenges, these are some of the most entertaining winter festivals happening in the state this season. Lowell Winterfest, Lowell (February 24-25) Flickr/John Wallace Winterfest has a little something for everyone. Featuring amazing kids activities, craft brewing, outdoor ice and snow competitions, free ice skating, food trucks and enchanting acts by fire dancers and musicians, you’ll have a spectacular time at this Lowell winter festival....

In my last list we covered the most beautiful, charming small towns. North Carolina has a lot of beautiful places, making it hard to narrow down only ten. So I wanted to give recognition to some more absolutely beautiful towns (and cities) you can find in North Carolina. Southport southport-nc.com While Southport is part of the Wilmington Metropolitan area this quaint town has an energy of its own. Located on the beautiful Cape Fear River, residents enjoy waterfront dining, strolls through a charming downtown, and coastal living at a reasonable price....

Colorado is perfect…between its cascading waterfalls, rock formations and magnificent mountains, what more could you possibly want?! To show you more of what Colorado has to offer, check out these 13 incredible natural wonders: Hanging Lake (Glenwood Springs) Flickr/Tim Scott The Lake, which is composed of travertine, faces the threat of ecological disruption due to litter, swimming dogs, and the oils from contact with human skin. Mesa Verde National Park Wikimedia Commons The cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde were built in the late 1190’s by Ancestral Puebloans and are some of the most recognizable and best preserved in the country....

There comes a time when we just need to take a weekend road trip in Kentucky and enjoy what our beautiful state has to offer. We have some major attractions like Bardstown’s Bourbon Trail and the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, but there are some wonderful towns to visit that offer a more subtle taste of the Bluegrass. Owensboro is one such place, featuring a quiet, peaceful city, combining the perfect mix of farming and modern life....

From incredible lava formations and charming coves to challenging hikes and beautiful beaches, Oahu’s southeastern shore is a treasure trove of incredible spots you won’t find anywhere else in the world. And in just a ten mile stretch of Kalanianaole Highway from the beautiful Spitting Caves to the popular Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail, you will find countless spots to explore, though we think these nine wonders are a cut above the rest....

Is swimming with the most graceful and beautiful ocean creatures on your bucket list? Are you looking for a thrill to get your heart racing and adrenaline pumping? Well, you’re in luck! The Downtown Aquarium (with the A-1 Scuba & Travel Aquatics Center) offers multiple options for your underwater adventuring pleasure, including scuba diving certification, snorkeling with fish, diving with fish, and diving with sharks! Sure, there are plenty of exotic destinations around the world boasting the chance to swim with sharks and other fishes, but I bet you didn’t you know you could do this dare-devilish feat right here in the Mile High City....

Why take a plane to another state when Missouri is bursting at the seams with wonderful things to see and do in the fall? One of my favorite spots to visit when the leaves turn colors is Weston. This quaint, historic town sits along the beautiful Missouri River. Enjoy a fall hike at Weston Bend State Park. dena m./TripAdvisor Let’s start the morning off by enjoying the natural wonders of this small town....

Did you know that there’s a secret BBQ trail in Georgia that showcases some of the best and most delicious BBQ dishes in the state? OK, maybe it’s not a secret, but we were surely excited to stumble upon this partially hidden gem. Whether you spell it Barbecue, bar-b-q, BBQ, or barbeque is irrelevant, because flavor is really all these restaurants care about. And probably some mouthwatering satisfaction. Check out the Georgia BBQ Trail and start planning your trip today....

The only thing I like better than the Maine coast is the Maine dining scene. From seafood to fun food, there’s not much you CAN’T get here. With a strong culinary scene throughout the state (not just in Portland, as is a common misconception,) it’s no wonder that new restaurants are opening to meet the demand of what we’ve come to expect. But, how do we reconcile our past with all this “new?...

We South Carolinians love our beaches. There’s nothing like relaxing along the coast, wiggling your toes in the soft sand and listening to the sound of the ebbing tide. Did you know the Palmetto State is home to the biggest, longest and tallest sand dune in the The South? Yes, it’s true. Take a look below. One of the many things we agree on as a people in South Carolina is: we love our coast....

There’s nothing quite like getting to enjoy a delicious meal on a warm summer day, surrounded by unique and lovely scenery. Oregon is full to the brim with amazing restaurants, many of which are especailly magical in the summertime. From restaurants with secluded garden patios to (literally) a restaurant on a boat, here are 14 incredible eateries to add to your summer bucket list: Redfish, Port Orford facebook/ Redfish facebook/ Redfish The food at Redfish is positively mouthwatering – when you combine that with their stunning beachfront patio, you’ve got a match made in heaven....

Bad things happen. It is just a fact in life, be it a natural disaster or a horrible manmade calamity. We are more fortunate than many states that experience horrific mass shootings, consistent earthquakes, and town annihilating mud slides. Still, we have our share of horrifying disasters in Kentucky, and here are 10 of them. 1. The 1997 flood The best way to describe the flooding of 1997 is to see the news coverage....