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This post may frighten you, but there are places in the city that are terrifying. Why? Because there are haunted and horrifying places that will make you nervous or even excited. Even though it is summer, these terrifying and haunted places in San Francisco still manage to be eerie. Check out these terrifyingly haunted spots around Fog City. Haskell House Creative Commons/FoundSF.org This haunted house is located near the corner of Franklin Street and McDowell Avenue in Fort Mason....

While New Hampshire certainly has tons of excellent restaurants, it’s the neighborhood places that are truly special. These are the spots where you know the menu, inside and out, and the staff knows your name. Here are 10 neighborhood restaurants in New Hampshire that will make you feel right at home. Angelina’s Ristorante, Concord root66_fr/TripAdvisor Ian W./Yelp This cozy little Italian restaurant serves up tasty, traditional food in a cozy atmosphere....

The hustle and bustle of a big city can be overwhelming – there’s so much to see and do, and crowds of people everywhere you go. On the flip side, small towns are calm and relaxing, but can also be boring – there’s not much to keep you occupied. Those cities in between are perfect. They’re big enough to have some fun things to do, but small enough that you get a real sense of community....

When it comes to great food, Indiana has some of the best local options around. In fact, Indiana has some amazing unique desserts that could rival some of the nation’s top city restaurants. If you’re looking for slightly different desserts that are top rated, check out these tasty treats: Sugar Cream Pie - IN Susi.bsu/flickr This low key, 3 ingredient pie is a Hoosier specialty and is unique to Indiana. Sometimes called Hoosier Pie or Finger Pie (it’s recommended you stir the cream with your finger), this sweet treat is a simple, crumbly, delicious delight....

Delaware is so much more than a drive-through state between major cities. We’ve dug up some incredible pictures to prove that our state is absolutely beautiful – and that there are so many hidden scenes and talented photographers in Delaware, that you’ll do a double take when you scroll through this collection of amazing Delaware photographs. This Cape Henlopen Sunset Flickr / small_realm The colors in this photograph are surreal - plus the composition and exposure are absolutely perfect....

Louisiana is a unique place—but did you realize how unique it truly is? We’ve gathered some of the most fascinating facts from around the state. Some of these are simply amazing. You’re going to want to read all about them. 🙂 Winnsboro, LA calls itself the “Stars and Stripes Capital of Louisiana” and has been named one of the most patriotic cities in all of America. yelp.com/biz_photos/ On special occasions, the city flies 350 flags along its Highway 15....

Utah has experienced a lot of growth over the last decade. Most of our population growth comes from within – we have the most children in the nation, and those kids grow up, get married and settle into Utah neighborhoods. But some of our new residents are from elsewhere. While we welcome them to the Beehive State, there are a few things we’d like to tell them. Our hiking trails can be vastly different from what you’re accustomed to....

For the 95% of us who put off shopping for holiday gifts until December, it’s officially crunch time. This year, why not give your fellow Montanans (or those relatives who wish they were) something that was made in the Treasure State? These charming local businesses will have everything you didn’t know you needed. Just order your gifts as soon as you can—handmade treasures can take extra time to finish. BeeHavin’ Honey Company, 5 Honey Lane, Sheridan BeeHavin’ Honey Co....

It’s that time of year again. In order to adequately prepare you for Super Bowl Sunday, we’ve gone ahead and made a list of places serving up the tastiest wings around. You can either enjoy them in these fine establishments or take them home to share with friends and family…if there are any left over, that is. Billy Jack’s Wing & Draft Shack (Harrisonburg) Billy Jack’s Wing & Draft Shack This Harrisonburg favorite serves bone-in wings made with a unique homemade sauce....

Utah is an amazing state! Some of our best features are unique to Utah. Here are fourteen… Aggie Blue Mint Ice Cream Aggie Ice Cream/Facebook The creamery at Utah State offers a truly unique flavor: Aggie Blue Mint. It consists of a delicious minty ice cream, along with pieces of white chocolate and chocolate cookies. A Tree That’s Also a Metaphor Ken Lund/flickr The 87-foot-tall sculpture Metaphor: The Tree of Life was installed in 1986....

As if Alaska itself wasn’t the biggest marvel of them all, these 15 natural and man-made wonders that can be found throughout the last frontier are truly worth writing home about. From the biggest glacier in North America, the largest national forest in North America and even the tallest mountain in North America. When it comes to things that are of epic proportion and truly awe-inspiring at the same time, Alaska is where it’s at all day long....

Do you love steak? If you do than, boy, do I have a list for you! There’s something about a huge steak that has been cooked over a perfect flame. The grill marks, the scent, the juicy center of a steak that has been cooked to perfection is a treasure that a lot of us are looking for. Hold on to your chairs, don’t lick the computer screen, and take a look at what I have for you!...

The booming tech economy means a lot of former abandoned places (like creepy hospitals in the Presidio, the Transbay Terminal, the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, and the Fleishhacker Pool) have mostly been taken over by real estate developers (or the SF Zoo for that last one). It also means high rent and plenty of empty storefronts and countless “Retail for Lease” signs. But there are some especially haunting abandoned places in San Francisco worth a little more exploration....

Camping used to mean abandoning the comforts of modern living and returning to a simpler way of life. Some people love unplugging their tech, cooking over an open fire, and sleeping under the stars. That’s the whole point of the experience. However, others prefer their nature… a little more tamed. They want to hear the birds singing while lying on a real mattress with access to electrical sockets. These are the folk who are thrilled at the growing popularity of “glamping....

A hearty sandwich – with all of your favorite toppings – sometimes makes the very best meal. Fortunately for us, Pittsburgh boasts some of the best restaurants that serve scrumptious sandwiches with cult-like followings. So, without further ado, here are eight of the best sandwiches in Pittsburgh. The Pitts-burgher at Primanti Brothers – 46 18th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Yelp/Melissa W. Yelp/John K. Really, could any other sandwich top the list of the Pittsburgh’s best sandwiches?...

It’s always fun to branch out and try new food, music, customs and activities, and one of the best ways to experience something new is at festivals. Oklahoma has several ethnic festivals throughout the year that celebrate different countries, and we found nine that will wow you in the best way possible. Check them out (and make sure to try all the delicious food). Fiestas del las Americas - Oklahoma City CalleDosCinco/Facebook Every year in September, Historic Capitol Hill holds the Fiestas de las Americas multicultural festival....

With such a rich mining past, Idaho has seen its fair share of towns come and go over the decades. Many began as thriving gold and silver hubs, home to thousands of prospectors from across the country hoping to strike it rich and make their fortune. But as the ore ran out, these bustling towns would often fall into decay, awaiting for the opportune moment for a revival, or for utter deterioration....

West Virginia has its fair share of crime and criminals. If you live a life of crime, though, it helps to be smart. Here are 9 instances that should maybe cause criminals to rethink their life choices. The man who kept a journal of his shoplifting Pixabay A man in Sissonville reportedly kept a journal of the things he stole from people’s yards. Christopher Derricks, 39, kept a journal titled, “My black book of shop lifton over the years....

Even with our Midwestern charm, Illinoisans are not without our quirks. Some of the things we do leave outsiders scratching their heads. But, we like it that way; those of us from the Prairie State know that there’s really no better way to live! Here are some of the strangest things we do: We use lawn chairs to save our parking spots. meryddian/Flickr Chicagoans specifically are known for laying claim to an area of the street that is “their spot”....

Have you ever wanted to spend the night in the middle of the ocean – but not on a boat? One unique place in North Carolina is located 34 miles off the coast smack dab in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Out here, you’re completely surrounded by water but Frying Pan Tower serves as one of the most unique accommodations not just in North Carolina, but the U.S. Flickr / John Flannery Originally a privately owned Coast Guard Station, for the last two years a group of volunteers have braved the harsh waters of the ‘Graveyard of the Atlantic’ to restore and preserve the tower to its original glory....