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Sometimes living in the smallest and one of the most densely populated states can be a little suffocating. Though there are so many wonderful reasons to live here, everyone needs a little peace and quiet from time to time. These 11 places are perfect to escape to for an afternoon filled with glorious alone time. Sachuest Point, Middletown Flickr/Christine Riggle This 242 acre wildlife reserve is located on a gorgeous peninsula nestled between the Sakonnet River and Rhode Island Sound at 769 Sachuest Point Road....

Fall is in the air, which means lots of apples, cider and the tradition of finding your way out of a corn maze. Forcing oneself to become lost certainly seems like a strange way to spend an afternoon, but it’s definitely one of the most fun to do with family and friends. Here are a few places with some great corn mazes in Maine. Once you’ve made it out, you should treat yourself to a cup of apple cider and a doughnut!...

The Hawaiian population sits at 1.4 million residents, and only ten percent of those residents are native Hawaiians – meaning anyone who can trace their roots back to the earliest Hawaiian residents. The other 90 percent of the population are referred to as locals, but you don’t automatically become a local the moment you move to Hawaii. And while there is no official test to determine your local status – like there is for residency – there are a few things all Hawaii locals have done at least once....

Everyone loves a good light display during the holidays and seeing as Alaska has these long winter nights, it’s the best place to get some viewing in. From drive through displays with radio stations you can tune to for music while you tour, to whole streets being lit up for their community’s enjoyment, Alaska makes one great place to go Christmas light cruising. Check out some of these dazzling displays from around the state that will be sure to impress and entertain you....

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2017 list of the 100 Best Places To Live in The USA, and not one, but nine Florida cities earned a spot on the list. Read on to find out which Florida cities were considered amongst the best cities in the country to live in this year: Sarasota Flickr/Jim Mullhaupt Sarasota was the first Florida city to make the list, at #21 in the nation....

No matter how far you venture from the Land of Enchantment, some habits just seem to stick. Whether you’ve relocated across the country or moved across the world, it’s nearly impossible to ignore your New Mexico roots. Here are 16 traits that prove you can take the New Mexican out of New Mexico, but you can never take New Mexico out of the New Mexican. Craving chile. Samat Jain/Flickr No matter how great the food is somewhere else, there is nothing like chile smothered New Mexican fare!...

The warm weather is finally here, and with it comes a whole new dining option: al fresco. Eating outside is such a fun, freeing activity. Many restaurants in Pennsylvania have beautiful outdoor areas where you can spend time with family and friends while enjoying your delicious meal. Here are ten of the best. The Waterfront, Lancaster The Waterfront Lancaster/ Facebook Located along the Conestoga River, The Waterfront is one of the premier dining destinations in historic Lancaster....

We have featured some amazing restaurants from across Wisconsin. But this article is different. This article lists the restaurants that are most highly rated by YOU, all across Wisconsin. Graze Graze/Facebook Graze/Facebook Comfort foods crafted with local ingredients, all in a setting with a stunning view, make this a favorite among Madison residents. 1 S Pinckney St #107, Madison, WI 53703. La Merenda La Merenda/Facebook La Merenda/Facebook La Merenda is a great place to get a drink and eat tapas (shared plates)....

There are few things I find more pleasant than waking up late and going out for an amazing brunch. From benedicts and hash browns to waffles and mimosas, these 15 restaurants in Oregon serve a brunch so delicious it will rock your world. Crescent Café, McMinnville facebook/ Crescent Café facebook/ Crescent Café Crescent Café is a wonderful restaurant in McMinnville that serves incredible breakfasts and lunches made from local, fresh ingredients....

In 2016, we told you about some of New Mexico’s most impressive fireworks displays here. As the 4th of July nears again, you’re probably wondering: “where are the best fireworks near me this year?” Not to worry. We’ve compiled a list of options that’ll make your Independence Day celebrations awesome, in every sense of the word. Smokey Bear Stampede Fireworks (Capitan) Facebook/Smokey Bear Stampede Jasmine Asian Bistro, 1122 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709, USA...

North Dakota is considered one of the best places to retire – if you don’t mind the winter, but many retirees choose to head south for those months – due to the quiet, peaceful living many cities and towns offer. Couple that with a low cost of living and plenty of great lakes to fish at, and this state can be pretty great for retirement. Niche.com used multiple factors like that to rank the top 10 best cities in North Dakota to retire in, and here they are:...

Ever felt like you were so hungry you could eat a horse? Maybe you’ve just had this overwhelming urge to eat until you puked? What you need is a buffet! Fortunately, there are a lot of buffets in Indiana that serve great food. In fact, here are nine of them for you to consider! Old Country Buffet Both pictures are from their Facebook page. Old Country Buffet isn’t a buffet that is really unique or special to Indiana (they are all over the US), but it is recognized as one of the best buffet chains in the United States....

It’s undeniable that there’s something about being by water that is inherently relaxing. Sitting by the ocean or on the shores of a lake, you can let all your cares wash away with the waves. New Hampshire has many places to enjoy this tranquility, from the ocean to waterfalls – here are 11 of our favorite spots for the next time you need a spot to mentally decompress. Great Island Common, New Castle Flickr/Crystal Paradis Visit this lovely waterfront park for views of two lighthouses and sailboats passing by....

Ready to step into the past? This Amish general store in Iowa has enough charm to go around. Stringtown Grocery is located at 2208 540th Street SW four miles north of Kalona. Google Maps It is situated in the heart of beautiful rural Eastern Iowa just a few miles south and east of Iowa City off of Highway 218. Stringtown Grocery/Facebook There are several Amish communities in Iowa, and many Amish and Mennonite families reside in the Kalona area....

Bloody Marys are a brunch favorite for many people. If you’ve wanted to try this famous cocktail, but you’re not a drinker, no worries. There are several non-alcoholic versions of this drink, and they’re all just as tasty. Listed below are nine Alabama restaurants that serve the best Bloody Mary. They’re the perfect accompaniment to any meal, especially brunch. Bill’s By the Beach - Gulf Shores yelp/Andrew C. yelp/Bill’s by the Beach “Bill’s Loaded Bloody Mary” is a customer favorite....

Maybe you’re the kind of person who plans out each summer weekend months ahead, complete with campground reservations and dinner menus. Or, maybe you’re like most of us and you tend to wing it a little more. If that describes you, bookmark this list of campgrounds with designated walk-in only campsites for those weeks when you suddenly decide on a Friday or Saturday that you absolutely need to go camping, but don’t have a plan....

It’s only natural to think that your home state is the greatest – and it feels oh so good when research backs it up. Several publications from Forbes to U.S. News and World Report have compared Wyoming to other states on a variety of issues, and we rank pretty well. In fact, Wyoming ranks at the top for a number of things. With over 97,800 square miles, Wyoming covers a lot of territory, giving us plenty of room to be number one at many things....

How many times have you traveled across the state (or country) and wondered about the history of these cities and towns dotting the land? Today we’re going to take a look an abridged history of a handful of Arizona towns and see how they were established. Warning: the history behind many of them are interesting enough that they will send you down a Wikipedia rabbit hole to learn more. (Maybe that’s not such a bad thing....

Many celebs hail from Charlotte, North Carolina. From award-winning actors and screenwriters, to professional athletes and writers, many famous people call Charlotte home. Listed below are 10 of the most famous people from Charlotte. Chyler Leigh wikimedia commons/Mingle MediaTV Chyler Leigh, a film and television actress, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and is best known for playing the role of Dr. Lexie Grey on the award-winning medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy....

What’s better than eating a delicious meal? Eating a delicious meal with a view, of course. Minnesota has dozens of waterfront restaurants, many of them situated on the banks of one of our 10,000 lakes. But this time, we want to show our rivers some love. From the Mississippi to the St. Croix, here are 10 of the best restaurants right on the river in Minnesota. The Sample Room - Minneapolis the sample room/Facebook...