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A family restaurant in Tennessee isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a home. It’s where you come to be treated kindly by folks who care, where you fall in love with menu items that just don’t taste the same anywhere else, where you find a space to simply be yourself and rest in the moment. Do you have that kind of a place, somewhere in your favorite town? These 10 family-owned restaurants in Tennessee are great no matter where you are, driving by on a road trip or maybe for your Sunday afternoon lunch....

The Golden Gate Bridge is by far San Francisco’s most iconic and photographed landmarks. It can be seen from various parts of the city, but many have no idea where to get the best view of this stunning structure, also considered one of the “Seven Wonders of the Modern World.” You can enjoy stunning views of the bridge from at least 10 points in and around San Francisco. The viewing spots noted below are all free and open to the public....

Wisconsin is known for lots of great culinary treats, but none might be tastier than butter burgers. They are gooey, cheesy, meaty goodness. And while other states try and imitate, they cannot make a true butter burger. There are so many awesome restaurants in Wisconsin that serve fantastic butter burgers. So why just pick one when you can go to them all? Take the Wisconsin butter burger trail. Solly’s Grille Solly’s Grille/Facebook This place has been in operation since 1936....

DC Is an amazing place to live. It’s beautiful and fun and there is always something interesting to do here. However, we should warn you that if you want to live here you have to be tough. And we mean really tough. Why? We’ll here are 10 reasons people from DC are unbelievably tough. The traffic Flickr/Joe Shiabotnik Terrible potholes, constant honking horns, aggressive drivers, long commutes, we have it all in DC and we learn how to handle it with ease....

Awkward moments are a part of life no matter where you call home. When you live in a place as unique as Oregon, however, it’s a given that from time to time you’ll find yourself experiencing awkward encounters that are specific to life in the Beaver State. If you’ve spent a considerable amount of time living in Oregon, chances are you’ll relate to these 11 awkward moments: When you’re in another state and you forget you have to pump your own gas....

There’s something about shopping in a flea market that gets me every time. Maybe it’s the thrill of the hunt for the perfect little curio to place on the mantle, the nostalgia that comes up when I hear of a long-lost treasure’s back story, or knowing that a flea market find was made to last. Here are some flea markets, antique shops, and unique vendor spots around Michigan that’ll be sure to satisfy your shopping urge....

Even though Texas has some of the largest cities in the country, we pride ourselves on our abundance of small towns where not much has changed over the years. Everyone still knows everyone else’s name, most places are within walking distance of each other, and that unmistakable Texas charm is apparent as soon as you enter the town. Here are 11 small towns in Texas where life is still sweet and simple – the way it’s supposed to be....

If your house was anything like mine, there were some dishes your Mom made that were just out of this world, like southern fried chicken, pinto beans, and macaroni and cheese. Oh, that nostalgic food trio that graced the table so often was, and is still, such a go-to meal. Here are 11 restaurants in South Carolina where you can bite into at least one of those. Here’s where to get great home-cooked mac ‘n cheese just like mom used to make....

Steakhouses are a great option for carnivores, because the chefs specialize in cooking large cuts of meat to perfection. If you’re feeling particularly hungry, there’s no better place to snag a 12 ounce Porterhouse steak. So if you’re looking for a place with a great atmosphere and delicious beef cuts, look no further. This list of steakhouses will leave you drooling. J. Gilbert’s J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood Glastonbury/Facebook 185 Glastonbury Boulevard, Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033...

The month of December is arguably the most stressful month of the year. I think the only other time that even comes close to being as stressful is tax time, but let’s not talk about something so gross! Are you feeling the holiday and end of year stress yet? I know I am! The question is – what can we do about it? Fortunately, there are a lot of ways people in Indiana can relax and take it easy....

If you’re looking to enjoy seafood in New Orleans, it’s not that hard to do. New Orleans is a seafood town, and we have some of the best in America. Here are the absolute best bets for great and creative New Orleans seafood, that are certain to please all of your taste buds. Check out all of these awesome seafood restaurants in New Orleans. Basin Seafood & Spirits, 3222 Magazine St....

Most of us in Virginia know that one of the best ways to explore this beautiful state is on foot. And for those particularly drawn to the gorgeous landscapes, there are thousands of miles of trails available. Often, with so many choices, the difficulty is knowing which trail to hike. So to help you make the most of your trekking experience, we’ve devised a list of some of the most extraordinary trails in the state....

Few things compare to the glory of summertime in Rhode Island. This is no doubt the best time of year to come from the Ocean State, a place rich with beautiful beaches and dozens of options for warm weather activities. Here are 15 things you simply must do on nice days this summer in the nation’s smallest, but most wonderful state. Visit your favorite beach! Flickr/Julian Colton Flickr/Patrick Misquamicut, Second Beach, Scarborough, you name it!...

Idaho is a beautiful haven, but just like every other state in the country, it has its dark side as well, buried beneath years of history. Each of these Idaho cities have seen uncharacteristically gruesome acts of malice occur within their city limits, forming a shocking contrast to the warm and hospitable small town reputation Idaho has come to be known for. Here are the most notorious serial killers and murder locations in Idaho....

While castles definitely aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Ohio, you might be surprised to know that there are actually several small castles hiding in Ohio. (See our first list of castles here.) From beautiful castle getaways to lone towers with mysterious pasts, here are seven more castles hiding in Ohio that you probably didn’t know about. The Castle Inn (Circleville) Trip Advisor/flygirl_7eca This lovely bed and breakfast is a romantic, medieval style getaway in central Ohio....

Sometimes size does not matter. When it comes to restaurants, the size of the building takes nothing away from how delicious the cuisine is. These seven tiny restaurants have limited seating for 30 and under but offer enticing menus. The Hutte Restaurant, Helvetia Yelp Amanda M Yelp Amanda M Yelp Amanda M The Hutte is a tiny restaurant in a tiny town. The 2010 census has the population of Helvetia as 59 people!...

Florida has many beautiful well-known gardens, from the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens in Coral Gables to Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg. These are definitely worth visiting, but there’s just something special about a secret garden. We wanted to highlight a few beautiful Florida gardens that not many people know exist. Here are a few of our favorites, and we hope you will share yours, too. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, Gainesville Flickr/Morgan B Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is a hidden gem in Gainesville, Florida....

Unexplained happenings, whether natural phenomena or man-made mystery, have long been a source of entertainment and intrigue for many people. Even those who don’t believe in the supernatural can find themselves drawn to stories that defy scientific description. Likewise, stories of human acts, whether kind or just strange, lead us to question motives and possibilities. The following 8 stories from Virginia cover everything from sightings of mythical creatures to mysterious tombstones – but they all remind us that mysteries are everywhere – even in Virginia....

2017 is in full swing, and you better start planning some fun trips now before the year passes you by. Here are 9 places you should check out this year that are close to home, but worth the trip. Make plans now and be surprised in a few months when it is time for your overnight or day trip to these fun locations. Hood River Brian Brewer / Flickr Hood River is always a great place to visit....

Alright Louisiana, now it is time to explore. After many months of researching all that Louisiana has to offer, we’ve created a special Louisiana road trip just for you—chock-full of all the sights and sounds that will definitely give you a spooky trip. Now don’t worry North Louisiana— becausea trip like this will be coming your way soon.But for anyone who is in the area and looking for a way to spend the day soaking up all the thrills in this area, this article is for you....