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Snorkeling is perhaps the most popular – and quintessential – Hawaiian activity. With warm water and islands surrounded by magnificent reef ecosystems, Hawaii is a snorkeler’s paradise, and these 14 destinations are among the state’s best. Please remember that you are a visitor in the vast Pacific Ocean; you should never disrupt the living coral, or bother the sea life. Disturbing endangered animals like the Hawaiian monk seal and the honu is illegal, and may result in massive fines....

Wisconsinites face it all the time – friends who see our lives here and think they want to join in on that action. But they don’t know we just put on a really good facade. There’s no actual reason anyone would want to live in this forsaken state. The midwest? Please, how blah. We’re just smiling so much in all our pictures because of the beer. Anyone thinking they might want to set down roots in Wisconsin should think again....

There’s so much to see in Alaska. We have 663,300 square miles, three million lakes, 16 national parks and no shortage of wild, pristine beauty. With so many choices, you’ll be hard pressed to see it all. Here are the 15 places in our state that you absolutely must see before you die. Brooks River Sandyk29/flickr Visit Brooks River in Katmai National Park to see brown bears fishing and frolicking in their natural habitat....

Here in the Northwest we’re naturally adventurous, and we’re incredibly lucky to have so many amazing areas to check out! If you’re ready for an unforgettable trip in Washington, here are 15 places that you’ve got to explore: Cape Flattery Trail Flickr / absolutekaos This trail ends at the most northwestern tip of the contiguous states and has a small wooden lookout where you can view a unique perspective of the ocean....

There is no doubt that – as the most isolated population center on earth – Hawaii is easily the most unique place in America. While the white sand beaches and the lush scenery is certainly appealing, moving to Hawaii is not only expensive but can result in quite a bit of culture shock. Here are 19 things everyone who moves to Hawaii quickly learns about their new state. All beaches are not created equal....

Do you get a thrill from walking around dark, creepy cemeteries? Is your soul begging you to summon whatever spirits you can? Well, you’re in luck! Check out these five disturbing cemeteries around Buffalo that are sure to give you goosebumps and leave your heart racing! We’re getting the chills just writing about them! East Otto Cemetery artcrimes - Flickr Ghosts are already a scientific mystery, but add this East Otto haunted cemetery into the equation and even more questions arise!...

Many believe the mark of progress in a city depends on development and modernization of the city itself. While we appreciate much of the modern world, we sometimes feel nostalgic for the past and its aesthetic. Here are six of the most retro and groovy places in Minneapolis that will take you back in time: Murray’s Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge Yelp/Murray’s Yelp/Murray’s If you want to talk about old school Minneapolis, you have to talk about Murray’s....

It’s beach season and with Memorial Day soon approaching we decided to round up some beaches off the beaten path so you can plan accordingly. Maybe these little known beaches in South Carolina can help you avoid the Memorial Day crowds…if that’s even possible. Or, you can simply play it cool and get to one of these THIS weekend to beat the crowds. Why wait? Right? Mitchelville Beach - Hilton Head Island, SC Flickr/Chris Palmer...

It is almost time for the Big Game, and other than the Big Game, we are ready for the Big Meal. That usually includes pizza and it most definitely includes wings. But most people don’t have an awesome wing recipe. So where can you get some great wings? Head to these 9 Illinois restaurants. Dak Dak/Facebook Why do Korean chicken wings top our list? Because they are spicy and delicious. Dak is located at 1104 W Granville in Chicago....

Idaho is full of secrets. Secluded wilderness havens, hidden fishing spots, and even forgotten history that has become buried with the passage of time… sometimes literally. We’ve mentioned a few of Idaho’s underwater ghost towns before (here and here), but as it turns out, Idaho’s waters are hiding a few other surprises as well. Like a historic “graveyard” beneath Lake Coeur d’Alene. Here, sunken within its watery depths are the remains of dozens of Idaho’s once-cherished steamboats, many of which have histories and names that are as lost to time as their captains and passengers....

There are many small towns located throughout Nevada. Some of the towns are so small that if you blink, you just might miss them. Here are 12 really small towns located throughout Nevada that you may or may not know exist: Empire, NV (Population 217) flickr/Ken Lund Empire, founded in 1923, is a ghost town located in Washoe County. At one time this ghost town had over 750 people before U....

When it comes to dining in Texas, the options feel endless. With a wide variety of delectable places to grab a bite to eat, it’s always refreshing when we discover a restaurant that genuinely intrigues us. If you’re looking for an establishment that has more to offer than just amazing food, you’ll love hearing about the history of this one frightening, but fascinating place in the town of Kingsland. If the Grand Central Cafe looks familiar to you, it might not be because you’ve already visited....

Hawaii may have been the last to become an American state, but that certainly doesn’t mean that the Aloha State is the last in everything. In fact, Hawaii is proud to lay claim to a variety of number one titles in everything from well-being and health surveys to stellar beaches and punctual airlines. Here are 11 such areas where Hawaii is better than of the rest of the United States....

School Districts in Missouri were ranked based on several factors including high school graduation and dropout rates, quality of teachers, the ratio of teachers to students, and academics. These were the top 10 school districts according to k12.niche.com. Also ranking high were Pattonville R-III School Distict at #11, Liberty School District at #12, Lee’s Summit R-III School District at #13, Columbia School District at #14 and West Platte County R-II School District at #15....

If you’re not from Missouri, you may not know about the wealth of vineyards our state has to offer. In fact, before Prohibition, Missouri was the second-largest wine-producing state in the country. Though we may not lead the ranks now, we still have a good amount of vineyards around that produce top notch wine. The Augusta Viticulture Area was the first AVA to be federally recognized (8 months before Napa Valley)....

Understanding the overall health rankings of a population is an extremely complex task, since there are so many factors involved. For many, health is an issue they look for when moving to a new county, so we wanted to provide the 10 healthiest counties in Indiana, based on 2016 findings by County Health Rankings. This study ranked counties based on: Health behaviors (smoking, drinking, active lifestyles, etc) Clinical Care (close access) Social and Economic Factors (crime rate, education levels, poverty levels, etc) Physical Environment (water and air quality/pollution, housing quality, etc) This study looks at not just individual factors of health and wellness, but community efforts to provide healthy lifestyles....

Chicken and waffles are definitely a top 10 southern comfort food. The combination of sweet and savory, the crispy chicken with the fluffy waffle… it just works. Below we’ve found the best places to get chicken and waffles in Louisiana, and here they are (in no particular order). The French Press Ryan P./Yelp The French Press/Facebook You’ll enjoy the chicken and waffles just as much as you’ll enjoy the cozy atmosphere of this charming restaurant in downtown Lafayette....

Those of us in Denver are some of the richest people in the world… wouldn’t you agree? Not only does living in the most beautiful city on earth make us rich, but so does the surrounding landscape and good people we call our neighbors. Okay, okay; I know you are rolling your eyes at me, so I will cut to the chase with these 5 people who have the most money in all of Denver:...

There’s a tendency for people to think that everything in Arizona will kill you, insects and arachnids included. The truth is most are relatively harmless and won’t attempt to injure you unless provoked. Maybe that sentiment says something about Arizonans as well. Here is a short list of some tiny (and not-so-tiny) critters you may find wandering around your house or out on the trail hunting for their next meal. Instead of immediately squishing that spider, try to capture it with a cup and relocate to a place a little more suitable....

Utah is a large state, and much of it is very rural. Many families here own and operate farms. Here are a few photos of farm life in Utah that might just make you want to give up the city for a quieter life. Hyrum Farm Country RichardAlan/flickr Gently rolling hills, dotted with charming farms. McPolin Farm, Park City Tom Kelly/flickr Patrick and Grace McPolin don’t own this farm anymore; Park City purchased it in 1990 and refurbished it....