You know how it is when best friends have an inside joke that they seem to think is hilarious, but NOBODY else understands? It is kind of the same way with different areas and their slang/phrases. To give you an example, check out these 11 phrases and words that may sound normal to a Coloradan, but like gibberish to everyone else: “Oh, I didn’t do much this weekend… just climbed a 14er....
Alabama has one of the highest densities of caves in the U.S., and even world. Cavers from all over jump at the chance to explore our amazing caves. Listed below are 12 amazing caves in Alabama that you absolutely must check out. Keep in mind that some of these caves may be on private property. If that’s the case, be sure to take “No Trespassing” and “Private Property” signs seriously. Or ask the property owner for permission first....
Most people can’t resist a great elephant ear (a.k.a. funnel cake) or candy apple at the local festival. While those are great tasty treats, here are some events that take South Carolina festival food to the center of the stage. Here are 13 food festivals in South Carolina that you shouldn’t miss… Ware Shoals Catfish Feastival - Ware Shoals, SC Facebook/Catfish Feastival The 26th Annual Catfish Feastival in Ware Shoals, SC is set for next weekend, May 26-28, 2016 in Towne Square....
Anyone who’s ever moved out of state has at some point thought about moving back. Many actually do. Whether they left for a job or some other reason, moving back to South Carolina is synonymous with coming home. And that “in-between” time? The time where you have to live somewhere else…well, let’s just say there are some things everyone thinks about when life forces a move out of state. Here are some of the major ones:...
Missouri will always be home. Things change and jobs or other opportunities may take you elsewhere, but not a day goes by that you can’t remember why you love where you’re from so much. Here are just a few things that people tend to miss. Our undying love for our sports teams. Keith Allison/flickr Most of the people from Missouri are from Missouri. It’s because the whole country isn’t aware of our awesomeness just yet, so we don’t have as many people moving in as New York, L....
Aside from calling itself the “West’s Most Western City,” Scottsdale also prides itself as being the most livable city in the Phoenix-metro area. If you weren’t already convinced of that, the website Livability recently named it as the only city in Arizona to make its “Top 100 Best Places To Live” list this year (where it came in at number 40, making the top 50), where it joined five previous list rankings....
There’s no doubt about it: Detroit is a fascinating city. While much of our history has helped shape America as a whole — from the introduction of Motown music to the production of automobiles — we’re no stranger to oddities. Here are nine utterly weird events that have taken place in Detroit over the years. Harry Houdini’s death in the Motor City Wikimedia Commons/Famous Players - Lasky Corporation Did you know that the world-famous magician died right here in Detroit?...
Come sail away! We’re soaking up every last drop of summer, and what better way to enjoy some Vitamin D than out on the water? This awesome Lake Erie boat tour is anything but ordinary and the views of Buffalo from aboard are fantastic! Read on to learn more. The Spirit of Buffalo is a beautiful 73-foot topsail schooner. www.spiritofbuffalo.com There are tons of touring options available on board, but more on that later!...
Heads up, Buffalo! There is a park hiding south of the city that is quite possibly the most unique thing you’ve ever seen in the woods. This whimsical park is one of the largest of its kind in the country, and with so much to see (and climb on!), it’s the perfect destination for your next day trip adventure! Griffis Sculpture Park is located in East Otto, NY. Griffis Sculpture Park & The Essex Arts Center - Facebook Travel 50 minutes south of the City of Buffalo to this local gem at 6902 Rohr Road, East Otto....
You don’t need a passport to indulge in authentic Mexican food! This unassuming town (err… village) serves up some of the best Mexican dishes just south of the Buffalo border. Head to Hamburg and live like every day is Taco Tuesday! Coyote Cafe is located at 36 Main Street in the Village of Hamburg. Coyote Cafe - Yelp We’ve mentioned our love for Hamburg before, but this place takes it to a whole new level!...
The beautiful Hawaiian Islands are known for tropical weather, awe-inspiring beaches, and sunny skies – but the islands receive a great deal of rain, depending on where you go. For an almost-guaranteed rainy experience, head inland on Kauai, where the lush, emerald Mount Waialeale, one of the wettest places on the planet, rises more than 5,000 feet into the sky and is covered by an ever-present blanket of clouds. Keppet/Flickr Located at the southeastern edge of an extinct caldera, Mount Waialeale is the second highest peak on the island of Kauai at approximately 5,148 feet above sea level....
When it comes to luxurious places to stay in Illinois, there are options for every type of taste. For nature lovers looking for a quiet escape, this retreat is the perfect oasis and possibly the best bed and breakfast you’ll find in the nation. Charming and intimate, this unique stay will have you wishing you could move in and live there forever. Keep reading for all the great details about your new home away from home....
If you live in Iowa, you’re well aware that there are some pretty strange, creepy-crawly critters running around our state. Now, I’m not usually scared too badly by these things (okay, yes I am) but these 10 creepy bugs found in Iowa will make you never want to go outside again. Pelecinid Wasp IronChris~commonswiki/Wikimedia Commons This terrifying-looking insect looks like a mini scorpion with wings - as if scorpions weren’t terrifying enough....
The Hawaiian Islands may not be the winter wonderland you were dreaming of this holiday season – except at the summit of Hawaii Island’s Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa – but that doesn’t mean you won’t find all of the Christmas cheer you need to get into the holiday spirit across the Hawaiian Islands. Oahu’s got the beautiful Honolulu City Lights, Kauai has a magnificent Festival of Lights, and Maui is home to the one and only Sugar Cane Train’s Holiday Express....
It’s already September; the summer has blown past like a breeze. In case you haven’t had the chance to do many summery things this season, we’ve compiled some ideas. These are some of the best waterfront destinations in the state of Pennsylvania. Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia Wikimedia Commons Perhaps one of the most popular destinations in Philadelphia, Penn’s Landing offers ice skating, a concert venue, fine dining, and much more. It overlooks the Delaware River....
What’s in a name? Shakespeare said “a rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” meaning, of course, that a name is just an arbitrary label. On the other hand, some researchers believe the a name has significant developmental and psychological importance as names can influence stereotypes and adult identities. In looking at baby naming trends in Virginia, it is, first and foremost, fun to see what names are at the top....
If you love the idea of potatoes being sliced, fried, and sprinkled with salt, you’ll love discovering the best french fries in your state. Connecticut has a growing reputation for its American cuisine, in part because of its long history with the burger. And if we know burgers, you can bet we know a thing or two about whipping up the best french fries possible. See for yourself: Black Rabbit Bar & Grille Katherine S....
The beach at Botany Bay Plantation is two deliciously undeveloped miles of breathtaking shoreline along the South Carolina coast. Included in the 2500 acres that make up the Botany Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area, this protected beach is unlike any other in the Palmetto State. TripAdvisor/BrookeSheree Getting there is half the fun. The journey starts with a dreamy drive down a dirt road under a tunnel of moss-draped trees. TripAdvisor/ch0pec...
During the early 19th century, travel along the Natchez Trace curtailed as steamboats became the new mode of transportation. Hundreds of boats would dock in Natchez, and before long, the city garnered a reputation for being the rowdiest, and most dangerous, port in the entire country. Michael McCarthy/Flickr At one time, Natchez was home to more millionaires than any other city in the nation; however, far from the impressive mansions that filled Natchez was an area of the city known for its rowdy ways....
Parts of Kentucky are littered with hundreds of caves. Cavernous tunnels wind beneath the state, particularly in western Kentucky. The longest cave system known in the world is here, but it’s not the only one. We’ve designed a road trip for you to see some of the most popular caves to visit, so you can explore several in one trip. If you need to adjust the map to make it more convenient for you, click here....
