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Looking for an extra fun place to take your kids this weekend? We’ve got you covered! Come to We Play Loud kids’ indoor playground in Southern California for tons of kid-friendly excitement. With two locations in Huntington Beach and Lake Forest, it’s a convenient getaway for you and your little ones. What you’ll immediately notice upon arriving at We Play Loud in Southern California is the color - invoking nostalgia, playtime, and the simplicity of feeling like a kid again....

Regardless of what you’ve heard, chasing waterfalls is, in fact, a great way to spend a day – and the Wisconsin waterfall loop in the state’s “Waterfall Capital,” Marinette County, is the perfect place to satisfy your search for falls. The county’s waterfalls are in such close proximity, you can easily visit several in just one day’s time. Even better, most require only a short trek to reach. So, gas up the car, grab your camera, and get ready to fall for America’s Dairyland all over again on this Wisconsin waterfall tour....

In 1928, one of the last sanctioned exorcisms was performed on a woman in Earling, Iowa. The account of what happened is so terrifying, this Earling, Iowa exorcism partially inspired the novel “The Exorcist,” which later became one of the most notorious horror movies of all time. Emma Schmidt (sometimes called Anna Ecklund) was 40 years old at the time and had been possessed for the past 26 years of her life....

The holidays are a magical time for festivities, Christmas lights galore, and the enjoyment of fun holiday treats. And you’ll be hard-pressed to find more holiday cheer than in Washington, DC. We’ve compiled a list of what we think are the very best towns around the DC area to explore during the holiday season, all resplendent with Christmas cheer, festive holiday events, and glorious Christmas light displays. So go ahead and hop in the car, buckle up, and explore the 13 best Christmas towns near Washington, DC!...

There’s something so quaint and picturesque about covered bridges. These structures have largely gone out of fashion over the years due to road and bridge building, but that only makes them all the more exciting to discover. Here in Northeast Ohio, there are a handful of nearby bridges that are worth exploring… and many Greater Cleveland covered bridges are closer to home than you might think! Get ready for a road trip, because these bridges are begging for a visit....

Cold and snow. Ice and slush. We get it — winter in Kentucky isn’t everyone’s favorite. But if you hibernate all winter long, you’d be missing out on some of the best and (ahem) coolest adventures in Kentucky. Frozen waterfalls, ice-frosted mountains, cozy resort getaways… the Bluegrass State is positively perfect in the cold weather months! Still need convincing? Here are seven Kentucky day trips that are even cooler during the winter....

There is an abundance of stories about lost or hidden treasure in South Carolina. Apparently, there are big bucks to be had from digging in the right spots in the Palmetto State. Read on to find out about some of the hidden treasures in South Carolina. Gold Mines - Nearly 300 of them! frau-Vogel/Flickr The website US-Mining.com lists a whopping 288 gold mine claims in the state, and rumors that there is lost confederate gold in South Carolina just waiting to be found as well!...

So, you just love BBQ. You cannot get enough of slow-cooked tri-tip, smoked brisket, and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Nothing makes you happier than the perfect sweet, smoky, spicy, sticky barbecue sauce. And don’t get you started on how great it is to find a little under-the-radar joint that serves unexpectedly-great food. If this sounds anything like you, we have a road trip you are going to love. Spend a full day discovering delicious hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants in SoCal....

When Frank Sinatra crooned “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” he was, believe it or not, talking about Milford, Ohio. Every year, this charming small town in Ohio puts on a holiday festival that’s truly one of the best in the state, complete with carolers, carriage rides, and a tree-lighting ceremony. If you’re looking to experience a good, old-fashioned Christmas in Ohio, visit Milford. Carolers, twinkle lights, children eagerly lining up to see Santa; this is the magic of Christmas, and it’s alive and well in Milford, Ohio....

Road-tripping is the perfect way to explore Pennsylvania. However, we don’t always have time for a road trip or even a day trip. What do we do, then, when we’re short on time but suffering from a bout of wanderlust? We go on a short but sweet Pennsylvania adventure that features a whole lot of deliciousness and an abundance of natural beauty. Start your epic Pennsylvania adventure with some of the most delicious made-from-scratch goodies you’ll find anywhere....

When you want to get away and immerse yourself in some of Idaho’s natural beauty, a charming cabin is the place to go. These locations are ideal if you want to de-stress, unwind, and recharge. But, what makes some of these cozy accommodations even better, is when they feature a private hot tub where you can soak away your worries while being surrounded by pure beauty. Here are just five beautiful cabins in Idaho that offer private hot tubs for relaxing and unwinding....

A trip to the candy store offers so much promise. As kids, we might not have been able to buy every single thing we wanted. Our pockets usually weren’t that deep and, well, the adults might not have been too happy if we blew all of our money on sugary sweets. That was then and this is now…and we can spend as much time and buy as many goodies as we want at this candy shop in Missouri....

There are lots of ways to celebrate Christmas in Oregon, but the Portland Christmas Ships Parade might just be the most Oregon holiday event ever. This unique family event began in 1954 with one lone sailboat from Portland Yacht Club. Today, over 60 boats take to the Columbia and Willamette Rivers each December; a festive fleet that delights onlookers with dazzling displays and twinkling lights. In fact, the annual Christmas Ships Parade is actually the longest continually running Christmas Ship parade in America!...

New Jersey has quite a few abandoned towns, but none offer the scenic views of Sea Breeze. The beautiful bayfront escape is accessible to the public and hosts haunting reminders of the past. Let’s explore the story behind the abandoned beach town of Sea Breeze New Jersey and how it became an eerie ghost town. Sea Breeze, part of Fairfield Township in Cumberland County, was once a thriving resort town....

In a place as beautiful as Arkansas, it goes without saying that there are going to be some restaurants that have incredible views. One such place that we love is Brave New Restaurant. Despite the novel-sounding name, this waterfront restaurant in Arkansas has been around since 1994! The patio views offered of Little Rock and the Arkansas River are absolutely stunning, and of course, the food’s not bad either! While Brave New Restaurant does have indoor dining, we’re not sure why you’d want to opt for it when the patio has views like this!...

If you want to get a little taste of Eastern Europe right here in the Lone Star State, start planning a trip to the small town of West. This quaint, rural community off of I-35 boasts the best kolaches in Texas (which makes sense, considering the town has more Czech-American residents than anywhere else in the state). When you drive into the small town of West and see the Czech flag flying high, you’ll swear you’ve traveled to Eastern Europe - but you’re still in Texas!...

A good BBQ joint can turn your whole day around. While there are plenty of incredible BBQ restaurants peppered around the Magnolia State, there’s one that’s got a bit of an edge. This family-run spot has folks driving from all across the country to get a plate, which definitely puts it in the top tier of best BBQ in Mississippi. Roll up your sleeves and let’s dig in: If you ask the locals where to find the best BBQ in Mississippi, it won’t take long before Leatha’s name gets dropped....

Who’s up for some Christmastime fun? We’ve got so much to do in Pittsburgh during the holiday season that it can all get a bit overwhelming. However, if you love wild animals and holiday lights, you’ll want to make sure and plan a visit to Keystone Safari Christmas. This whimsical display of Christmas lights near Pittsburgh is a holiday experience for kids of all ages to enjoy. Embark on a magical Christmas adventure at Keystone Safari in Grove City, about an hour from downtown Pittsburgh, which transforms into a wonderland of lights this holiday season....

North Carolina is the 28th-largest and ninth-most populous of the United States full of beautiful, charming, small towns. The wild and rugged Appalachian Mountains; the sunny, sandy beaches; and the gently, rolling land of the Piedmont region all make North Carolina an amazing place to visit. Its historical significance, contributions to the arts and culture, world-class sports, and recreational opportunities bring thousands of tourists every year, some of who stay and grow roots....

Food, games, carnival rides, music, dancing, pageants, and more, are what you can expect at the biggest outdoor festival in Arkansas this year. The World’s Championship Duck Calling Contest and Wings Over the Prairie Festival will be held in Stuttgart and it is host to one the largest Duck Gumbo cookoffs in the South. Get ready for the most fun you’ll have at an outdoor festival this year. The 87th Wings Over the Prairie Festival has become part of Arkansas’ heritage....