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In an island chain as beautiful and picturesque as Hawaii, it can be hard to proclaim that a scenic drive that doesn’t hug oceanside cliffs, or go through tunnels carved in the mountains, is one of the best drives in the state. But that is exactly what we’re saying about Maluhia Road, a stunningly magical tunnel of trees located in southern Kauai near Koloa. Scott Schiller/Flickr The Holo Holo Koloa Scenic Byway serves as the gateway to Kauai’s southern shore, and is full of magnificent views and gorgeous stops, including a stretch of highway covered in a canopy of eucalyptus trees....

Washington boasts endless natural splendor, from the Natural Bridge in Mount Rainier National Park that we recently discussed, to several other gems you may have never even heard of! Out of all of our state’s glorious features, here are 10 of the most enchanting and iconic natural wonders that can be discovered right here in the Pacific Northwest: Mount Rainier. Flickr / hjl Of course, no list about Washington’s natural wonders would be complete without this 14,410-foot stratovolcano which is the highest peak in our state, pictured here above a layer of clouds....

There is nothing like a delicious, flavorful pasta when you are craving it! DC is home to many fantastic Italian spots that serve the most incredible pasta you have ever had. From tiny neighborhood gems to classic fine dining restaurants, you will love the food at the 12 best Italian restaurants in DC. Filomena Yelp/JJ V. Photo Credit Filomena has been serving homemade pasta in Georgetown for 30 years. You can watch the “pasta mamas” preparing fresh spaghetti and other noodles in the kitchen....

Vermont is filled with colorful characters, which is one of the many reasons we love it here. Since each person is unique, most people will fall into a few of these categories. For example there may be a Flatlander-Hippie-Student, a Stockbroker-Snow Bird or a Woodchuck-Vermonter. The sky’s the limit! Here are 15 types of people you’ll meet in Vermont. Which one(s) are you? Vermonter. Flickr/tomswift46 A Vermonter is someone who was born and raised in Vermont, and the number of generations is a legitimate way to authenticate their validity....

We all tend to get caught up in our day-to-day lives so much that we forget to truly appreciate the beauty kept within our country. Most people, when they think of their upcoming vacations, plan to go somewhere exotic, international and far, far away. But what many don’t realize, is that there is so much true wonderment right in our home state that we don’t need to travel thousands of miles to be rejuvenated....

In Washington, we’re no stranger to weird happenings. In fact, we love to embrace it all! In the early 1970s, a man named Michael Reynolds came up with idea of Earthships. Never heard of this before? Then let us explain. Reynolds came up with the idea to build self-sustaining homes out of unique materials like recyclables and elements of the earth. The funky, eye-catching homes can now be found all over the world, and one of them is right here in Seattle!...

This 21st century world we live in likes to promote activity, fitness, and all kinds of entertainment to saturate our minds with color and sound. Sometimes, though, we Arkansas natives like to slow down the pace a little bit and enjoy the old-school fun that our parents and grandparents had at the bowling alley, skating rink, or drive-in theater. Thankfully these locations are still available to us! Holiday Bowl Facebook/Holiday Bowl Skating rinks are definitely a beloved retro activity....

Generally, exploring waterfalls is a warm weather activity but frozen waterfalls can be equally fun. Indiana has a great variety of waterfalls to behold, and these 8 amazing frozen waterfalls will have you feeling like you’ve been frozen in time. Acres Land Trust Waterfalls - Huntertown rsteup/Flickr The waterfalls found within this land trust might be more stunning in the winter than they are in the summer. Come view these frozen sheets and walls of ice up close....

Looking for a getaway that isn’t too far off? Planning an upcoming trip out of town and need somewhere to stay? From mansions to lodges, there’s no place you’ll feel more at home than these 9 unique places that should definitely be at the top of your to do list. Back In Thyme Bed & Breakfast - 1100 S 130th St Bonner Springs, Ka Back In Thyme Bed & Breakfast Facebook...

Nashville is full of surprises, and we’re still a little bit shocked as to how they can hide so many of them. It’s really the strangest thing…did you know there’s an adventure park right smack dab in Music City? There is, and it’s a bit magical. Located at 4001 Bell Road, Treetop Adventure Park has all the thrills of your favorite action movie AND all the safety measures your family somehow always seems to stress....

We are lucky enough to live in a time when weather prediction methods are advanced enough to let us see tornadoes before they form. The advanced warnings let us prepare and brace ourselves for the coming storms. This technology is relatively new, however. On May 15, 1968, a pair of F-5 tornadoes swept through Floyd and Fayette Counties, killing 18, injuring more than 600, and leveling hundreds of homes and other buildings....

Bridges are amazing structures. And while some people love them, many are highly terrified of going over them. Alabama is home to some pretty amazing bridges, and listed below are 10 bridges that you should definitely check out. Cochrane-Africatown USA Bridge wikimedia commons Cochrane-Africatown USA Bridge, located in Mobile, was the first cable-stayed bridge to ever be built in the state. It was named in honor of Africatown, a Civil War-era settlement that was founded by the last group of African slaves that were brought over to the United States....

There are plenty of things to see and do in the Mountain State, but sometimes a day of just doing nothing in particular seems more appealing. When you just want to get away from it all, these small towns will give you a place to relax. No frantic activity planning necessary. Coalwood WikiMedia Commons/SheepNotGoats This little town was made famous as the setting of the best-selling memoir Rocket Boys by Homer Hickam, which was made into the movie October Sky....

Yes, it’s true… sometimes people are born and raised in Montana and still end up living somewhere else. It could be a job that takes them away, or love, or they might believe they’re better off living elsewhere. But no matter how people feel about their home state, there are always things they miss. These are a few of the things former Montanans reflect on. The incredible views of the mountain ranges....

There’s nothing more charming than a small town, and Iowa is full of those. But just what about small towns do we love? Maybe it’s the tight-knit community, maybe we like them because they’re not too crowded, or maybe we like them because of the picturesque Main Streets – a spot where everyone gathers, there’s always something going on, and a place where you can show your community pride by supporting local businesses....

If you’re looking for a truly exceptional way to spend a beautiful spring day, these charming towns right on the water are perfect for an in-state escape. Fortunately, waterfront doesn’t have to mean by the ocean, and these towns are proof that Idaho’s scenic rivers, crystalline lakes, and itty-bitty creeks are just as fantastic as any ocean front property. But while Idaho’s largest waterfront cities often get the most attention – places like Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, and even Boise – today, we’re focusing on some beautiful places that aren’t quite as well known for their river and lake views....

Kentucky is pretty chill most of the time, other than Kentucky Derby week and college basketball season. The rest of the year we tend to work hard and sit around afterward sipping tea, bourbon or beer. During 2015 things got a little crazier than normal, and we even managed to capture nationwide media attention a few times. Unfortunately, it wasn’t for our benevolence or our fine southern cooking. No… instead it was in the midst of some debauchery and social media took it viral....

Even though all those New Year’s resolutions to get healthy are long-forgotten, there are still plenty of reasons to get out there and start hiking! These trails offer plenty of beauty. If you’re already a hiker, these are some fun trails that you might not have heard about, or ones you can take your non-hiking friends to and maybe start hiking together! Anyways, here are 11 great trails we’ve found for you to start with:...

Just when I thought I knew every interesting fact about Texas, I’ve been proven wrong yet again. Could our state’s history possibly be any more captivating? Make sure you’re sitting down for this one – here’s a list of 11 unbelievable things that have happened here in Texas. We abolished the famous “last meal” for death row inmates after Lawrence Brewer ordered a 5-course meal only to turn it down once it was brought to him....

Idahoans can be stubborn. We adamantly believe that we live in the best state in the country, that nature is best enjoyed up close and personal, and that small town life is the best kind. But even we have certain things that we simply can’t live without: traditions, foods, and feelings that remind us of Idahome. Here are just a few things that most everyone in Idaho just has to have....