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If you love cheese, animals, and the scenic landscape of the Shenandoah Valley, this cheese farm is a must-visit. Just 23 miles south of Charlottesville, you’ll find Caromont Cheese Farm, a local business that produces award-winning goat and cow cheeses. Though small in size, this site has made quite an impact on Virginia’s culinary scene. Not only will you find Caromont cheese products in local restaurants, but you’ll be delighted to learn about how the farm includes the community in its many wonderful events....

There are always places in a state where the homes and schools are more desirable, the views are phenomenal, and the grass seems just a bit greener, even if common sense tells us it’s not. These desirable zip codes usually come with a big price tag, and play host to some of the top earning people in the state, and in Minnesota, it’s no different. Do you think you can guess correctly which MN cities those are?...

Guess what? Indiana is PACKED with u-pick farms and orchards. Given the fact that we are known for being a state filled with corn and a large portion of our state is farmland, does that really surprise you? I have done a little research and compiled a list of farms and orchards in northern, southern, and central Indiana where YOU can pick your own produce. Berry Best Farm (26011 Highway 62, Naab) Facebook This is a family owned and operated farm where you can pick sweet strawberries, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes....

Summer in South Carolina never really comes to an end, does it? When you live in paradise it’s always Summer. Here’s a nice getaway that’s perfect for anytime of year – or for marking the official calendar end of Summer: a bed and breakfast that’s perfect for the whole family. Facebook/Sunrise Farm Bed & Breakfast Welcome to Sunrise Farm Bed & Breakfast in Seneca. It’s a hidden mountain getaway that couldn’t be located in a better place than in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains....

Whether you’re traveling to Minnesota from another state, or you’re a resident of the Land of 10,000 Lakes, it’s always relaxing to do some exploring when someone else is leading the way. These epic nature, history, boat and brewery tours will allow you to do just that. They let you experience the beauty and history of Minnesota and get an inside scoop from your helpful tour guides. Niagara Cave Tour Facebook/Niagara Cave This epic tour of Niagara cave costs $14 for adults and $8 for kids and you will see an underground waterfall, beautiful cave formations and even a subterranean wedding chapel....

Good BBQ outside of the deep south can be hard to find. But with Seattle being such a foodie mecca, we’re lucky enough to have a few spots to satisfy a craving for grilled meat smothered in sauce. The next time you’ve got barbecued food on the brain, give one of these nine restaurants a try. Kickin’ Boot Whiskey Kitchen Brad R. / Yelp Jennifer S. / Yelp This Ballard BBQ joint is known for their smoked brisket and authentic southern side dishes (the cornbread is awesome)....

Northeast Ohio is covered in locations that seem to have been treated with a dollup of pixie dust. You know the type—lush gardens, impressive architecture, and an overall feeling of peace adorn such places. On the flip side, there are some locations that could desperately use a bit of magic, places where dark and foreboding shadows linger menacingly. Both such destinations could easily set the scene for a fairy tail, thanks in part to the undeniable feeling of magic that makes the Cleveland area so distinctive....

In a day and age where people are more commonly preferring electronic books as opposed to the real deal, we’re rapidly seeing the charm of local bookstores vanish right before our eyes. While many of us struggle to find a nearby shop or even big-box store that’s still dedicated to hardcover and paperback beauties, Pennsylvania has been lucky enough to be home to not only the country’s oldest bookstore but possibly the entire world’s....

The Japanese Imperial Navy attacks against U.S. Naval Base Pearl Harbor began at approximately 7:48 a.m. Hawaiian Standard Time on December 7, 1941. It is a day that lives on as one of the most tragic attacks on United States soil, and the event that lead to America’s entry into World War II, in both European and Pacific theaters. The United States’ involvement in World War II was profound, but perhaps nowhere was the war more impactful than in Hawaii, especially on Pearl Harbor....

If you are raising children in Southern California, or plan to at some point in the future, it’s important to know where the best schools are in this region. Based on data compiled by Niche.com, we have put together a list of cities that have some of the best school districts in Southern California based on such factors including test scores, academic strength, diversity, parent/student experience, educational outcomes, health and safety, student culture, and extracurricular activities....

Whether you love or hate the snow, we can all agree that when Indiana is blanketed in white, it’s pretty enchanting. Sometimes, our winter imagery is hard to tell apart from pretty Christmas cards. If you want to see the best of Indiana’s winter, check out these 10 places that might as well be on Christmas cards. Fort Wayne Dan Adams/Flickr This incredible image of Fort Wayne blanketed in snow is absolutely astounding....

Maybe you had a bit too much fun last night. Maybe you’re of that rare breed that thinks tomato juice is vastly underrated. Maybe you like your alcohol with a side of salad. Whatever the reason, it’s hard to deny that the classic bloody mary is a perfect brunch beverage, and these spots in Massachusetts serve the best around. Bostonia Public House, Boston Yelp/Bostonia Public House Flickr/Raymond W. Yelp/Alyssa B. Bostonia Public House has an amazing bloody mary bar that allows you to add your own toppings and garnishes to your beverage....

While driving through Alabama, you’re likely to stumble across many small towns with strange names. A while back, we took a look at 30 small towns in Alabama with some pretty bizarre names. See the original post here. Here are 12 more towns in Alabama with some of the strangest names you’ll ever see: The Bottle wikimedia commons The Bottle is a community in the northern corporate limits of Auburn, Alabama....

Nevada has its very own “castle” in the Lake Tahoe area. It’s hidden on the shore amidst the forest and stone it was built to blend in with. There’s a story of an eccentric billionaire to go with this spectacular property. The Thunderbird Lodge is a National Historic Site situated right on Lake Tahoe near Incline Village. Fielding Cathcart/Google Reviews Sometimes called “Nevada’s Castle-in-the-Sky” this stunning home was once owned by George Whittell Jr....

If you need a relief from the work week, put some gas in the tank, roll the windows down, turn the music up, and travel an hour north of the city to the Niagara Wine Trail. While there are plenty of great wineries to visit on the trail (and we highly suggest hitting them all!), start by taking a sip at Becker Farms and Vizcarra Vineyards in Gasport, NY. Set your GPS: 3724 Quaker Road, Gasport, NY 14067....

We often stay so focused on the city life in any state that we tend to forget just how beautiful the rural parts are. In Georgia, it’s no different. As much fun as it is looking at photos of skyscrapers and blinking lights, there’s so much beauty to be absorbed from rural Georgia as well. Maybe you’re a city-dweller at heart and just can’t seem to understand what the fuss is about when it comes to living rural in The Peach State....

It’s no secret that Rhode Island is filled with amazing restaurants. There are a few however that might not look that way from the outside, but will definitely surprise you once you step inside. Here are 10 great ‘hole in the wall’ restaurants in Rhode Island that serve delicious food. Ogie’s Trailer Park, Providence Facebook/Ogies Facebook/Ogie’s Ogie’s literally looks like a trailer park on the outside, but with the most awesome of intentions....

Louisiana has a truly colorful and captivating history—and I know a lot of people in this state truly treasure it. Yet, there are still some facts that may surprise you. Here are 10 amazing historical facts that surprised me about the Pelican State. See how many you already knew! Louisiana is a state of islands. Wikicommons / Mcandrus With over 2,482 islands and many landforms rapidly becoming islands, there are over 1....

There’s always something new to learn about Washington. Our state has had an eventful, innovative history, with all kinds of strange happenings and landmarks they don’t teach you about in school. Here are 10 of the many lesser-known facts about our state that may surprise you: During World War II, Boeing camouflaged a secret bomber-making factory in Seattle by covering it entirely with a fake neighborhood created by a Hollywood set designer....

West Virginia Rivers are popular destinations for fun. Whether it’s fishing, kayaking, inner tubing or swimming the state’s rivers are used all year round. When spring arrives we begin to travel around, visit new towns, explore new waterways. The state has several river towns and choosing 10 was not an easy task. Some you will know and others you may never have heard of and that makes exploring them, even more fun....