In Sparta, Tennessee you start from the top and trek down to the bottom. As opposed to the famed Cumberland Caverns and Lost Sea Adventure, you don’t need to walk a half a mile downward to find yourself at the Lost Cave – you simply have to slip through a wall of rock, just the way you imagined. At only a couple of hours from Nashville, this is the perfect outing for all of you amateur spelunkers....
We love all of South Carolina’s hidden little towns and her big cities alike. Some of those amazing towns are even hiding in plain sight, like this one. If you’ve ever traveled to Florida on Interstate 95 in South Carolina, then chances are fairly good that you’ve driven past the exit to this small town in the Palmetto State. You may be excited to learn that the town’s charm, history – and food – make it worthy of a stop....
Iowa has more than 100 wineries according to the Iowa Wine Growers Association. Of course, they are spread out all over our great state. This particular wine trail will take you near Iowa’s eastern border. No matter where you are in Iowa, there’s probably a locally-owned winery close by and summer is the perfect time to explore a few vineyards and tasting rooms. Before planning your trip, be sure to double check the winery’s tasting room hours....
I love pizza. I’ve had pizza all over and no one does it quite like New Jersey. I’ve been on a delicious quest to find the best pizza in the Garden State, and while pizza is very personal (everyone has a favorite), I’ve found one place that really stands out. Friend after friend kept raving about Star Tavern, so I had to check it out for myself. I headed to the Parkway and made my trek to Orange (400 High Street) to see what all the hype was about....
Alabama is full of natural and man-made beauty. Some of these places are so beautiful that you have to pinch yourself to make sure you’re not dreaming. Here are a few of the most surreal and magical spots you can visit in Alabama: Cheaha State Park, Delta Flickr/l0fty This gorgeous park is home to Cheaha Mountain, the highest point in Alabama, so you know there are some stunning views here. It’s also Alabama’s oldest state park....
When it comes to terrifying places, these Connecticut locations take the cake. From tunnels to towns, there is certainly no shortage of paranormal activity here. So let’s take a look back at some of the creepy places we’ve discovered. Just click the headlines for more information and check out some of the coolest terrifying places in Connecticut. Rails To The Darkside Rails to the Darkside/Facebook This haunted trolley ride is only open during the Halloween season, but the stories are all true....
Oklahoma is home to 34 state parks – all of which are beautiful, relaxing and worth a visit. Of those, there’s one that stands out above the rest. It offers crystal clear waters, towering pines and breathtaking scenery. It has almost every outdoor activity you’re looking for in a state park and it’s right here in Oklahoma. Beavers Bend State Park is a gem in southeastern Oklahoma, comprised of 1,300 acres about 10 miles north of Broken Bow....
When you think about riverboats, what typically comes to mind is the mighty Mississippi River, and the sternwheel crafts that operate on it. But did you know that WV has its own sternwheel river boat? Located on the broad Ohio River along the western edge of the state, the Island Belle Sternwheeler operates between Point Park in Parkersburg, WV and historic Blennerhassett Island in the middle of the Ohio. The Island Belle...
If you’re feeling nostalgic then this city offers the most groundbreaking and unforgettable history. Why? San Francisco in the 1960s was equally or more vital, colorful, and innovative as today. Walk down memory lane and check out these engaging photos from San Francisco. 1960, A work excursion near the Golden Gate Bridge. Mark Faviell/Flickr No, this is not from an episode of Mad Men, this is San Francisco from the past....
We often get caught up in a rut in our daily lives. Wake up, go to work or school, do the shopping, pick up some kids. Make dinner, watch some Netflix, then get ready for bed to do the whole thing over again. Wouldn’t you just love to explore some? Here are some ideas in case you’re in need of changing up your routine. Pyramid Point, Sleeping Bear Dunes Jim/Flickr The Pyramid Point Trail is at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and consists of amazing views to check out....
We may not be able to explain why, but there’s something magical about carousels. They always draw us in no matter what our age. When taking a trip to our Big Apple, it’s natural for visitors to instantaneously feel overwhelmed by all of the attractions that there are to see. Being overwhelmed by the long list of things you’d like to squeeze into your visit, means that often some of our best attractions go unnoticed and easily fall under your radar....
This often overlooked Missouri town may not have the hustle and bustle of a big city but you certainly won’t run out of activities during a weekend visit. History lovers, wine connoisseurs, foodies, and nature enthusiasts can all find something to love in Missouri’s oldest town, Sainte Genevieve. Visit Ste. Genevieve this summer for a fun filled weekend in a quiet little river town. Ste. Genevieve was established in the late 1700’s by French-Canadian fur traders traveling along the Mississippi River....
Sure, when people think of Alaska the first thing that comes to mind is seafood. We get it; our wild, natural, sustainable seafood is king. But our burgers are like a whole new level of mouth-watering royalty. Plus, they aren’t ever boring or ordinary. With choices ranging from beef, bison to caribou – you better be prepared to send your mouth to a new world of burger loving paradise. Tommy’s Burger Stop – Anchorage Facebook - Tommy’s Burger Stop...
For Illinoisans, many feelings come up around this time of year, when the warm months begin to wane. The days seem to already be getting cooler, and leaves will start to change color in less than a month. There are many thoughts we have about summer ending that are recurrent each year, and if you’re from Illinois, you’ll probably recognize all of them. The days are getting shorter, and soon it will be dark before and after work....
These stunning photos taken by the United States Farm Security Administration and Office of War Information (FSA-OWI) give us a glimpse of an interesting time in Florida’s history. With the nation still recovering from the Great Depression and entering the Second World War, it may have been a simpler time, but it surely wasn’t an easier time. The captions and dates have been provided below the photographs. Marion Post Wolcott/Library of Congress Soldiers on street corner in Starke, Florida....
If you’ve decided to move to Indianapolis, you’ve made a great choice. However, before you pat yourself on the back, you’re going to want to do some research on where in the city you’re going to live. There are many great areas to choose from and we’ve compiled our list of the 10 best areas to live in the city. Lockerbie Square Jim Grey/Flickr If you want to live in an area enriched by Indiana history, find yourself a place in Lockerbie Square....
Who doesn’t love a great Italian meal? Here in Wisconsin, not only do we have authentic Italian, but we have awesome Wisconsin cheese to top it off with. You’re sure to have an excellent Italian meal just about anywhere, but here are ten you just need to check out: Carmella’s, an Italian Bistro (Appleton) Carmella’s/Facebook I wasn’t sure what to expect when I saw this place was in a strip mall....
Colorado is famous for its snowy slopes, natural beauty, and, of course, the dinosaurs. Researchers from around the world come here to study the incredible prehistoric fossils that have been uncovered since the 1800’s! While it might seem unbelievable by looking at the Rockies, Colorado was once covered by an enormous ancient sea, then later by a rich rainforest. The environment here is perfect for preserving fossilized remains, so this state has become one of the most important locations in the paleontology field....
Every county in New Jersey is designated as “urban,” New Jersey is the only state with this distinction. 94.7% of the Garden State is considered to be “urban” by the US census, which is the highest rate in the nation, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have charming small towns. While our big cities and sizable suburbs are fantastic, these small towns are some of the best places to grow up in the state....
Great times don’t have to cost a fortune. As a matter of fact, there are many fun things you can do here in Alabama for $10 or less. I’ve listed 11 of these fun things below. Birmingham Botanical Gardens flickr/Andrew Callow Visit the Birmingham Botanical Gardens–Alabama’s largest living museum with a variety of more than 12,000 plants in its living collection. It’s also Alabama’s most visited FREE attraction. Birmingham Botanical Gardens is located at 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223....
