In New Hampshire, there’s a tendency to visit the Lakes Region and then buzz up to the White Mountains without taking time to pause and appreciate the beautiful towns in between those two vacation meccas. But if you do that you’re missing out! Nestled almost half way between the lakes region and the White Mountains is the town of Tamworth, one of the most beautiful and overlooked towns in New Hampshire....
When looking for the best place to raise a family, we’re lucky to have so many options in Vermont. Throughout the state we enjoy great educations, low crime and loads of natural outdoor activities. When considering prospective towns, people weigh their options based on many factors – jobs, activities, education and cost of living to name a few attributes. All of these are considered when you are raising a family with an understandable emphasis on education....
Did you know that we have some of the richest people in the world right here in Atlanta? That’s right. Thanks in part to some of the biggest industries and companies which are housed in the great state of Georgia, we have some huge financial titans living right in our backyard. In no particular order, here are the richest people in Atlanta. Ted Turner, 60—Net Worth: $2.2 Billion Flickr Robin Norlén Turner spent a good chunk of his life as the Vice Chairman of Time Warner Inc....
Many people believe Alabama’s residents are highly uneducated. It’s a stereotype Alabamians have had to live with for quite some time now. This stereotype couldn’t be further from the truth. Many of Alabama’s residents and natives are extremely smart, with some even going on to attain higher degrees of education. According to Movoto, the 11 cities listed below are the smartest in Alabama. They used the criteria below to measure the state’s smartness:...
DC is quickly becoming a foodie destination. But for those of us who have lived here for a while, we know that there has always been delicious food destinations. These 13 restaurants are just a sample some of the best restaurants. However they have helped define DC has a foodie city. Here are 13 irresistible restaurants that you must try! Occidental Seafood Facebook/Occidental Grill & Seafood Facebook/Occidental Seafood The Occidental Grill was built in 1906....
A milkshake is one of the best indulgences you can enjoy this side of childhood – and if you pair it with a killer cheeseburger and a gaggle of friends, you’ve owned the day. Tennessee has quite a few fabulous places that are perfect for a milkshake break, and we’ve created a six hour road trip that will take you from the west side of the state right to the heart of Music City....
As residents we’re lucky to live in this fascinating state. New York is home to some of America’s oldest, largest and most historic attractions. Just when you may think that you’ve seen all there is to see, an out of the ordinary traffic light comes in your path and has you wondering whether or not you actually woke up this morning. No, you’re not still dreaming and this isn’t an alternate universe where up means down and red means go....
San Francisco is a town full of a variety of attractions. Life can be hectic and pricey in the city, so why not discover fun filled attractions that will make you feel like a kid again. The city has lots of attractions from adult slides and adventure parks to fun museums that will make you feel like a kid again. Let’s explore these 11 attractions around the 415! Exploratorium - Pier 15, San Francisco, 94111 Cyntia Q/Yelp Established in 1969, the Exploratorium is hands-on, and like no place in the world....
Whether it’s climbing the tallest mountain or hiking to the deepest gorge, Vermonters will do just about anything to take in a great view. But sometimes we just want to relax and have a great meal, so luckily, these restaurants have great views we can see while sitting back and dining on some delicious fare. Shore Acres Inn And Restaurant - 237 Shore Acres Drive, North Hero Facebook/Shore Acres Inn And Restaurant...
Okay, so Lakewood isn’t necessarily remote (depending on who you talk to, that is), but it is home to White Fence Farm, a Mile High family tradition that fries up some of the crispiest, juiciest chicken west of the Mississippi. Since 1973, White Fence Farm has been a family favorite and offers gobs of activities and entertainment year-round on their award-winning landscaped grounds in Lakewood. Not only do they dish out homemade farm fresh vittles like Family Style Farm Chicken and Apple Pie à la Mode, but they’re also home to a playground, petting zoo, tree house, flower gardens, and a wonderfully impressive Americana Barn with a candy shop, bar, live music, and more....
For most people hearing about the 1920s conjures images of dancing, excessive drinking, and flappers in pretty, jeweled dresses. The roaring twenties was a time of grand parties, but not for everyone. And the extravagance of the twenties followed a great pandemic, and long-standing food shortages. The St. Louis region embraced the idea of a more careless time, but still continued to struggle, grow, and change. Missouri History Museum - Flickr The Roaring Twenties was really a young person’s party....
Some of the best towns in West Virginia are tiny communities so small that most people don’t even know they exist. That doesn’t stop the cozy and neighborly feeling you get when you live there. Here are a few interesting little towns with populations of about a thousand or fewer. Glen Jean Wikimedia Commons/Brian M. Powell Glen Jean is the headquarters of New River Gorge National River. The former Bank of Glen Jean now functions as a visitor contact center....
Fall means brisk air, a colorful landscape, and everything pumpkin – pumpkin pie, latte, candles, you name it. Embrace the traditions of fall with a trip to one of these charming pumpkin patches near Pittsburgh that promise an old-fashioned good time. Trax Farms – Finleyville Facebook/Trax Farms Climb aboard an old-fashioned wagon for your hay ride to the sprawling pumpkin patch at Trax Farms during its annual fall festival. After picking pumpkins, enjoy live music....
Expect the unexpected. That’s a pretty good way to describe the Pennsylvania landscape. Not so sure about that? Just check out these 10 bizarre roadside attractions in Pennsylvania that will make you do a double take: Haines Shoe House, York Haines Shoe House Adding a splash of unique beauty and personality to the Pennsylvania landscape, the Haines Shoe House beckons visitors with its outdoor beauty and wins them over with the delicious ice cream treats served inside....
Many small cities are located throughout Alabama. We’ve featured many of them in previous posts. Alabama is also home to several cities that are a little bigger than many of our smaller towns, but still small enough to give us that hometown charm we all love. Listed below are 10 of our favorite Alabama cities that aren’t too big or too small. Each of these cities have a population of less than 10,000....
Unfortunately, Alabama has seen its fair share of natural disasters. Thankfully, here in Alabama we are known for helping each other during difficult times like this. It’s amazing how something so horrific can bring everyone together. Here are 10 horrific natural disasters that occurred in Alabama and will never be forgotten. 1.) 1916 Irondale Earthquake Earthquakes in Alabama On October 18, 1916, the Irondale Earthquake struck north-central Alabama—the largest earthquake in the state’s history, registering a 5....
Aruba, Jamaica…Wisconsin? Yah man, islands be here. They might not quite be the warm, sandy, tropical ones you are thinking of, but we have them. Here are 10 you should know about. Washington Island Amy Meredith/Flickr This island is home to about 600 people. It is 7 miles northeast of the tip of the Door County peninsula. You can rent a bicycle or a moped to get around town. Madeline Island uwwees/Flickr This island is located on Lake Superior....
As the temperature continues to drop in the good ol’ Mount Rushmore State, nothing sounds more comforting than hiding out in a family-style diner with a big plate of comfort food. South Dakota diners have been serving up our made-from-scratch favorites for ages, and we went ahead and compiled a list of some of the best. From excellent customer service to exceptional cooking and baking, these 10 diners in South Dakota will make you feel right at home....
When eating out, who doesn’t love a good bargain? Luckily, Alabama is home to many affordable restaurants that offer a little bit of everything. Some of these restaurants are also well known for serving generous portions, which means you’ll be getting your money’s worth and then some. Listed below are 10 restaurants in Alabama that are well known for serving large portions. If you visit one of these restaurants, you’re guaranteed to find something on the menu that’ll give you the most bang for your buck....
Because of the cold and the fact that we’re considered a “flyover state,” there are plenty of Minnesota haters out there. But you know what… we don’t really care! Besides, there’s always a level of hypocrisy to what people say when they’re putting down Minnesota. So if you know a ‘Sota hater, just do what we do best, passively point out that hypocrisy until they leave our beloved state alone....
