Road trips are great and all, but sometimes it’s nice to park the car upon arrival and enjoy your new surroundings on foot or by bus. Luckily, there are plenty of places where you can easily do that in Washington. These 10 are a few fine examples of destinations where you can go carless. Edmonds Michael Matti / Flickr Edmonds is a picturesque waterfront community located about 11 miles north of Seattle....
Ohio is probably more unique, beautiful and interesting than you think. To help you see this, we’ve highlighted a variety of tours that we think will show you some of Ohio’s best scenery, history and culture. From the scenic hills to the gorgeous coasts, here are 10 quintessential tours that will show you Ohio in ways you’ve probably never seen it. The Ohio Statehouse Arienz CHEN/Flickr Officially finished in 1847, our beautiful state capitol is known for its distinctive rotunda and regularly hosts tours organized by the Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center....
Love is in the air! If you’re looking for the perfect place to say “I do”, check out all that Louisiana has to offer. From beautiful cajun dancehalls to historically preserved plantations, there’s something for every bride in this great state! Bayou Barn, Marrero, LA Facebook.com/bayoubarn Right on Bayou Des Families near the Barataria Preserve, this country atmosphere is ideal for anyone wishing to have a cajun-inspired wedding. Couples can even order fun extras like a fortune teller or an alligator handler....
Northern California is perfect for road trips because of all the fascinating things we have to look at along the drive. Sometimes we’ll come across an incredible natural wonder, other times it’s a quirky small town statue that’s been loved for generation after generation. In either case, here are a few things that will always make you do a double take. The Hangman’s Tree, Placerville Yelp/ Ron G. Placerville was once known as Hangtown, and the hangings that gave the city this name took place in the spot that is now marked by this dummy that hangs from a noose....
Aside from our 10,000 lakes, Minnesota may be best known for the Twin Cities. It makes sense: plenty of great food, culture, and outdoor activities are easy to access within city limits. But there’s a whole lot more to Minnesota than Minneapolis and St. Paul. Hundreds of small towns dot the landscape of greater Minnesota. Here are 12 of the most interesting tiny towns in Minnesota. Northome City of Northome Northome is a northern Minnesota town with a population of just 200 people....
The Hawaiian Islands are as unique as they are isolated, and there are countless Americans – and foreigners – who save for years just to be able to afford to visit our beautiful islands. But in addition to saving their extra pennies and putting in overtime at work, they should also be doing their homework. Even as an American, traveling to Hawaii can be met with some culture shock, and it is important that tourists understand certain things before their plane lands on Hawaiian soil; here are 12 of those things....
As much as Arkansans want to be the most warm and welcoming people in the world, we maybe have a little attitude about folks moving to our state. There has to be a happy medium between being excited to share our love of the Natural State and being endlessly frustrated by the things we find less than appealing about newcomers, right? I propose a solution. Let’s send this list of a dozen things we wish we could say to newcomers to our new neighbors....
It seems like we always start the summer with big plans to see and do many of the great activities that Nevada has to offer, but too often time slips away and we miss a lot. This year, put these 16 things on your calendar so you won’t miss the fun: Patronize the arts at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival/Facebook Take in a Shakespeare play outdoors with the incredible scenery of Lake Tahoe in the background....
Pittsburghers know just how amazing Pittsburgh really is and now the rest of the country is realizing it, too. Recently named one of the top travel destinations in the world in 2017 by Harper’s Bazaar, Pittsburgh’s a great place to travel and an even better place to live. Here are seven affordable places in Pittsburgh you just might want to call home. Bloomfield Wikimedia Commons/John Marino Less than 8,500 people call Bloomfield, only three miles from downtown Pittsburgh, home....
A lot of great things that happened in American history were rooted in Missouri. However, not everyone in our state was out to support the greater good. These 6 people all had ties to 5 Missouri cities and committed some pretty unthinkable acts of violence. Robert Berdella - Kansas City Wikipedia Commons Though Berdella was born in Ohio, all of the crimes he committed took place in Kansas City. Berdella’s victims were male and all of them were drugged, held captive and tortured before he killed them....
Tuck Everlasting, an enchanting fantasy that was a part of so many of our childhoods. The dreamy story of a natural spring tucked away within the woods that gave anyone who drank its water eternal life is one that easily captures our hearts. The mythical tale is one that we often long for, an unobtainable desire that’s simply out of our reach. But what if we told you that there are springs within Upstate New York that are said to have actual healing powers?...
The Hawaiian Islands are as close to paradise as you can get without leaving the good old United States of America – but that doesn’t mean everything about living in Hawaii is perfect 100 percent of the time. When you forget about the gorgeous beaches, phenomenal weather and stunning panoramic views for a minute, you’re left thinking about the few aspects of island life that can be – how do I say this – annoying....
Utahns love Mexican food, and we have plenty of Mexican restaurants to choose from across the state. Red Iguana, at 736 W. North Temple in Salt Lake City, is without a doubt the most popular Mexican restaurant in the entire Beehive State – queue up on a Saturday night to wait for a table, and you’ll see what I mean. Have you visited this neighborhood restaurant? Ramon and Maria Cardenas opened Red Iguana in 1985....
By pouring through a wide variety of rankings and articles explaining why this or that place is the best in Louisiana, we created this guide to finding the right place to live for you! Here are 10 of the most intriguing and dynamic places in the state of Louisiana, and the reasons why they would make a great places for you to live! Best Place for Fishing – Venice Derek Bridges / flickr Ranked the #3 fishing and hunting place in the entire country by Outdoor Life, this Gulf outpost is the last community down the Mississippi in Louisiana accessible by automobile....
An oasis is a fertile patch in a desert-like area that is able to support vegetation due to its supply of water. While there is water in this Wyoming desert, it is somewhat scarce. Despite its scarcity, the Red Desert, amazingly enough, supports an abundance of wildlife and vegetation. That’s what makes this hidden desert oasis a very magical environment. Flickr/Bureau of Land Management The Red Desert is made up of a high altitude desert and sagebrush steppe....
If you’ve ever tried to mountain bike in Vermont during the winter, you know that it’s practically impossible to do with your typical bike. Luckily, there is a new way to bike in the winter so you can tear up your single tracks without having to wait until mud season subsides. Enter: Fat Biking. This cool new way to way to ride year-round involves huge tires, determination and an adventurous spirit....
Oregon has plenty of odd, quirky stories to be discovered when we look back at our recent (and not so recent) history and media coverage. Here are seven of the strangest things to take place in Oregon–and they range from bizarre little occurrences to incredible stories and astonishing discoveries. For instance, did you know that the oldest pair of shoes in the world were found in a cave in Oregon? Or that the Oregon Duck’s mascot got suspended for getting in a fist fight with another team’s mascot?...
A lot of times when you want a nice meal, the tendency is to look for a nice safe traditional dining experience. But sometimes, it’s nice to step outside of the box and try something a little different. That’s why you need to check out this one restaurant in Wyoming. This restaurant is one of the most unique in America because it’s so un-American. TripAdvisor/TnTraveler508 For a memorable meal, be sure to try Stiegler’s Austrian Restaurant and Copper Bar....
Nashville is a beautiful city that has just recently been revamped as a, “foodie city,” per say. We’ve become a mecca for those driven by their taste buds with new restaurants and food trucks popping up everywhere. But what restaurants truly define this town? What places do the locals visit, where do we go late on a Friday night? Well. You’re about to find about. Hermitage Café Hermitage Cafe - Facebook...
What better way to enjoy a sunny day in Minnesota than by taking a hike? Luckily for Minnesotans, we have plenty of great trails to choose from, from the super long Superior Hiking Trail to many easy hikes across the state. They allow us to experience the beauty of nature, enjoy nice weather, and get some relief from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. And sometimes, they even allow us to catch a glimpse of history....
