Not far from San Francisco, on the west end of a peninsula that juts out from the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, you can find what locals call the “Albany Bulb.” The Albany Bulb is a former landfill largely owned by the city of Albany. While the former remnants of a dump may not sound too appealing, it’s actually become an eclectic place for exploration, contemplation, and artistic expression....
Pennsylvania is home to plenty of amazing places: towns with some of the best attractions and people on Earth. Here is one town in particular that everyone should visit. See how long it takes you to figure out where I’m talking about… It has the oldest continuously operating bookstore in the entire world. Moravian Book Shop in Bethlehem/ Facebook brainwise/ Flickr The Moravian Book Shop has been open since 1745. You can get more than just books here– it is also a gift shop with a massive Christmas section and a deli....
If you’re looking for a way to spend your spare time, maybe a long scenic drive is just what you need. Oklahoma is home to many backroads, scenic roads and byways that are perfect for an afternoon getaway. Here are the 10 best roads that will show you the Sooner State unlike any other. Who’s ready to begin exploring? Highway 325 travelok.com Enjoy the rugged beauty of Western Oklahoma along Highway 325 from Boise City to Kenton....
Pizza lovers, rejoice! These amazing pizza places around Louisville offer a whole range perfect pies with dozens of delicious ingredients, the tastiest sauces, excellent crusts, and creative styles. You need to try them all! Butchertown Pizza Hall Facebook / Butchertown Pizza Hall, Elizabeth Grace Yelp / Erica D. The pizza toppings here are unique and locally-sourced, creating a fresh flavor you can’t find anywhere else. The pizza here is perfection!...
Pretty much every town in Utah can be a great place to live, depending on what you’re looking for. Some towns are more affordable than others, however. For this list, I’ve relied on Movoto.com . That site picked towns that offer low housing, food and utility costs, along with a low unemployment rate and inexpensive entertainment options. American Fork Don LaVange/flickr American Fork ranks first on the list. The town has just under 25,000 residents, plenty of nearby recreation in American Fork Canyon and is close enough to larger metropolitan areas that there are lots of employment options....
From amazing gilded age mansions and gorgeous historic lighthouses, to one of the nation’s oldest carousels, Little Rhody is filled with wonder! You just have to know where to look. Though there are dozens of gorgeous natural attractions, there’s something just as special about places designed and constructed by talented people in Rhode Island. Here are 10 of the most impressive man made attractions in the state that are just so worth visiting in person....
There are many unusual spots located throughout Nevada. Some of these are lesser known than others. As a matter of fact, some people aren’t even aware that many of these unusual spots exist. Listed below are 10 of these unusual spots. St. Thomas, Nevada wikimedia commons Founded in 1865, St. Thomas, a Wild West ghost town in Clark County, was once submerged by water and is now exposed because of the recent drought....
Throughout our winter season in New York, it’s easy for our residents to be overcome with stir crazy feelings and an overall desire for warmer weather. Well have no fear, with spring on the horizon we’re fully prepared to unleash our adventurous sides again and explore more of our amazing state. With so much to do and so much to see, you’ll have a hard time picking which one of these adventures you want to take on first....
Spring is in the air and the draw of outdoor dining is strong on beautiful days. One of the best ways to enjoy a beautiful day is with rooftop dining in Kentucky. There is nothing like the breeze in your hair and the smell of the fresh air while enjoying a delicious meal or a drink. Rooftop dining is great for groups of friends or a family get together—and under the moon, it can make for a perfect romantic evening....
For a medium-sized state, Virginia sure has a remarkable amount of hidden gems. They can come in all shapes and sizes too: hidden swimming holes, fantastic restaurants, and amazing park spaces. You might argue that writing about these places makes them inherently less secretive, but we know our readers will cherish and appreciate them. Even life-long Virginia residents might be amazed by some of these little-known places just waiting to be discovered in our beautiful state....
Residents of Minneapolis and Saint Paul will be the first to admit that the Twin Cities has its quirks. The rest of the world doesn’t see our cities the way we see them, but instead as flyover country. The Twin Cities are full of wonderfully vibrant people who just happen to have some weird behaviors and beliefs. Of course, there are plenty of faux pas in Minneapolis in Saint Paul, but here are ten things you’ll never catch anyone from the Twin Cities doing:...
If you pay any attention to Delaware news, you’ll know the sad reason that everybody’s been talking about the best sandwiches in Delaware. On Thursday, foodies across the region mourned the loss of Capriotti’s founder Lois Margolet, the woman who brought us the most iconic sandwich in Delaware. In honor of Lois, one of the smartest businesswomen Delaware’s ever seen, we wanted to take a look at the best sandwiches in Delaware....
During the long winter months, we tend to fret over having to be stuck inside the house all the time. But fret no more. If you give it a little thought, there are plenty of better ways to enjoy the colder weather than gazing longingly out the window. Here are a few such examples of how you can make the best of it and have a blast this upcoming season....
Michigan is a fantastic place to grow up. With natural wonders galore, friendly residents, and plenty of exciting opportunities throughout each and every city, there’s much to love about the Great Lakes State. But a Michigan upbringing isn’t without its unique impact. Here are 11 odd side effects that every native Michigander has experienced at least once. Pointing to your hand instead of using a map. Flickr/Michigan Municipal League Michiganders seem to be born with this tendency....
Ohio has a rich, proud history in agriculture. The following vintage photos showcase 17 Ohio farms from the 1930s and 1940s. (Their original captions have been included.) It’s interesting to see how the land and techniques have evolved over the years. Are you familiar with any of these farmlands or the families that ran them? “Farm in Ross County.” (Located along State Rt. 180 today.) Arthur Rothstein/yale.edu Taken February 1940....
The North Carolina landscape certainly has changed over the years. Buildings came and went, while perhaps others were expanded or remodeled. Either way, The Tar Heel State has come a long way since the days that pre-date the Civil War. Let’s take a look at some “then and now” photos and see just how much things are different today than they were in days gone by. THEN: Henderson, NC NC State Archives/CP&L The 200 block of Garnett Street, circa 1915....
The world is a mysterious place. It’s chock-full of beauty, wonder, nature, and mystery. Every state has some sort of unexplained natural phenomena. Or are they explainable? Here are 5 such phenomena in Nevada guaranteed to baffle anyone. From rocks moving on their own to singing sands to a stunning geothermal geyser, visitors are both stunned and awed by these wonders. The Sailing Stones of Death Valley Thomas Hawk/Flickr John Getchel/Flickr Located on the Nevada-California border, Death Valley is home to a variety of flora and fauna....
There was once a time when everyone slowed down, put away their work and took their afternoon tea. It was a recharge of sorts and a way to reconnect and refuel for the remainder of the day. Thankfully, there are several places throughout Kentucky that still believe in this tradition and they are keeping it alive today. Step back in time in these classic and modern charming tea rooms for a piece of the past....
Waterparks are the ultimate summer destination for the entire family. Luckily, Orlando, Florida is home to many amazing waterparks that are perfect for beating the summer heat. Whether you love water slides, wave pools or lazy rivers, you can find those and so much more at many of Orlando’s waterparks. Listed below are seven amazing waterparks in (or near) Orlando to visit before summer ends. Aquatica yelp/Sam T. Aquatica is SeaWorld’s one-of-a-kind waterpark....
Who doesn’t love a good challenge? I’m always up for a good challenge, especially when food is involved. Fortunately, we have access to many incredible restaurants here in Alabama. Some are fine dining establishments, while others are more casual. Some even offer free food. That’s right. Free food! Many restaurants located throughout Alabama have food challenges. If you successfully complete the food challenge, your meal is free. Let’s take a look at eight of these restaurants below....
