Not to brag… ok, we’re bragging… but we’ve got some mouthwatering taco shops in Washington. It would be no exaggeration to say there are hundreds of great options to satisfy your taco cravings, but these spots are especially fantastic. Tacos Mi Pueblo Tacos Mi Pueblo Facebook Jalon Z. / Yelp This little Mexican restaurant in Quincy serves some of the most delicious tacos in the area with just the right amount of spice....
If you’re single as a Pringle and looking to catch a mate who is the real deal, look no further than the Gem State for a match made in heaven. ‘Tis the season for love, after all! But once you’ve fallen for that sweet, country charm, there’s a few more things you need to know about dating someone from Idaho: Idahoans are always up for adventure. Donald Judge/Flickr If your significant other is from Idaho, you can bet every day will be a new experience....
When you live in Massachusetts, you know that there’s a historical landmark on practically every street corner. This state was the birthplace of the nation, and we have plenty of amazing sites to show for it. Check out these fascinating historical spots across the state. House of Seven Gables, Salem Flickr/MOTT Built in 1668, this is one of the oldest timber frame homes in North America. The home was made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne’s eerie 1851 novel, “The House of the Seven Gables....
Throughout your life, you may travel near and far; up and down; left and right; over and under. However, I guarantee you will never meet anyone better than the residents of Pennsylvania. We are a great bunch. Here are 15 reasons that will have you shouting in agreement. We know how to handle all kinds of situations. the stupidest thing/ Flickr Not only can we handle hellish blizzards, but we handle them with style and grace....
Here in Tennessee, we have our own way of doin’ things. We’re the southern land of good home cookin’, kind folks and the buckle on the Bible belt. That’s a lot going for us, don’t you think? It’s with such a great state that comes a couple of misunderstandings – and we took care of ’em ALL for you. You’re welcome. Nashville isn’t just for country music. Brent Moore - Flickr We’re becoming quite the hub for national business growth....
Are you still dragging from the time change? Me too… but the bright side to losing an hour is that summer is just around the corner. To help you survive these next few months, why not get your Colorado summer bucket list written, beginning with: Waking up early enough to catch a breathtaking sunrise… Flickr/Bo Insogna, TheLightningMan.com …and being the first one sat at Denver Biscuit Company. Denver Biscuit Company Facebook I know I talk about the DBC a lot, but… this truly is the best breakfast in the state....
If there’s one thing your tastebuds will learn after traveling around the state, it’s that when it comes to restaurants you simply can’t judge a book (or eatery) by its cover. These Idaho restaurants prove that in the best way possible. They may or may not look like much from the outside, but inside there’s a surprisingly tasty world awaiting discovery. Check them out. Chops Eats, Driggs Johnny D./Yelp Johnny D....
Virginia’s natural wonders are some of the most beloved attractions in our state. From major landmarks to tiny oddities, we’re privileged to have the whole assortment right in our own backyard (so to speak). Even better, many of them are hiding in plain view and don’t require a strenuous hike to appreciate. If you’re looking for easy-to-access natural wonders in Virginia, we’ve got you covered. Crabtree Falls Watson Media/flickr Nearly two miles of cascading water await you at the famous Crabtree Falls....
Missouri makes the perfect movie backdrop due to its varied geographic terrain. You would actually think that more movies would be made here, but maybe the crazy unpredictable weather is what prevents that from happening. Here are a few spots in Missouri that if you look hard enough, you will see in the movies. Gone Girl, Cape Girardeau www.hookedonhouses.com www.hookedonhouses.com This beautiful house in Cape Girardeau served as the Dunne home....
Every day, restaurants serve great sandwiches across New Mexico. However, some of these sandwiches are so memorable that they gain loyal fans, folks who can’t bring themselves to order anything else on the menu. Locals and travelers alike rave about these 9 New Mexico sandwiches. Read on to see why. The Cubano Especial (Relish Sandwich Shop) Yelp/Ashley W. Yelp/JoAnna G. Relish won a “Best of the City” award last year (again) for a reason....
Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, we all want quality food that tastes good, but adding a unique environment can definitely add some ambiance to the meal. This unique train-themed restaurant in Kentucky not only delivers up great food, it does so in a unique way. If you sit at the counter, you Choo Choo Ollie’s will provide your service with a smile and a choo! This unusual train themed restaurant is located at 116 Edwards Street in the heart of Princeton....
There are many incredible places to hike around Louisville, but one spot in particular stands out: Fairmount Falls. I discovered this amazing place while on the hunt for the best falls in the area (you can read the full article here) and had never visited before, so I was super excited to go check it out for myself! Along the way, I found an absolutely fantastic hike that definitely deserved its own feature, so I snapped some photos to share the beautiful sights along this trail....
There are some Connecticut facts you just don’t learn in school, which is a shame because we have some pretty fun tidbits! One of the oldest states in the nation, we’re part of the 13 original colonies. That means we have more history than a lot of states, and it’s filled with ups, downs, and just plain crazy. But we’ve gathered some of our favorite Connecticut facts right here for you to enjoy:...
Rhododendrons are such majestic, unique blooms. They transform any scenery into a fairytale wonderland and we’re lucky enough in North Carolina to have an abundance of rhododendrons in the western region of the state. From hiking through Craggy Gardens to simply enjoying the view from the Parkway, one way to experience the beauty of the blooms in attending the Rhododendron Ramble at Grandfather Mountain. Skip Sickler | Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation In North Carolina, rhododendron season usually fully ‘blooms’ in late May and the first week of June....
The old Route 66 is the home to American kitsch. There are few places you will find unbelievable sights like dinosaurs scattered along town streets, a replica of the fort from the 1960s show F Troop, and a giant Easter Island-style head just sitting along the highway. Arizona has quite a few of those places still standing and serving customers since the highway’s heyday. One Route 66 icon in particular truly stands out from the rest....
Whether city or country, there are some wonderful places to put down roots in Illinois. The choices are endless. So it’s hard to answer the question “where is the best place in Illinois to live?” But here is our best attempt at answering that question. We’re giving you ten different places in Illinois you might just want to call home. Bolingbrook Tony Hisgett.Flickr Celebrating only its 50th anniversary, Bolingbrook has a lot of offer its roughly 75,000 residents....
Is your county healthy? Maybe it isn’t so much if it’s on this list. We already had a list of the healthiest counties in the state, so here’s a list of the most unhealthy. These are based on information from a program that annually ranks every county in the country according to various health factors. County Health Rankings and Roadmaps take into account length of life, birth weights, obesity and smoking rates, physical activity, DUI deaths, unemployment and the number of children living in poverty, among many other factors....
The Christmas season is such an enchanting time in South Dakota! From exquisite light displays to magical sleigh rides, the holiday spirit is alive and well. The following are 12 South Dakota holiday activities/attractions we feel are the most exciting. While a few of them don’t pertain strictly to South Dakota, we feel that Christmas isn’t as merry without them! Attend your town/city’s local holiday parade. Visit Sioux Falls, South Dakota / Facebook (Pictured is the 25th Annual Parade of Lights in Downtown Sioux Falls....
With Christmas coming up in about a week, you may be wondering what’s going to be under the tree for you. Depending on where you live in the state, it could be something magical… or just a big sack of coal. After making a list, checking it twice, and verifying with several different reports, here are 10 places in Washington that made the naughty list this year, and why: Seattle Aaron Hockley / Flickr Are you surprised the big city made this list?...
Missouri is full of beauty, some of which is made by Mother Nature and some of which is made by man. In addition to these amazing man-made wonders, check out the breathtaking spots listed below in the Show-Me State. Alley Spring Mill - Eminence Tom & Carol McCreary/flickr When it was first constructed, Alley Spring Mill served as a grain mill that converted wheat into flour using water power. Address: Eminence, MO 65466...
