If you are a Colorado native, you may think you have seen everything there is to see and have visited every place there is to visit, but did you know that the Centennial State is home to an insane asylum museum? We didn’t either, but we happen to think the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo Museum is quite the hidden gem and one of the best museums in Colorado....
Wanderlust often hits us when we least expect it. While we usually can’t hop on a plane without advanced planning, we can still cure our wanderlust by exploring a little bit closer to home. With its many small towns, Pennsylvania offers countless opportunities to get out and travel. It’s also home to one of the best small towns to visit in Pennsylvania. Embrace the charm of yesteryear and small-town friendliness when you visit Historic Downtown Butler in Western Pennsylvania, a darling town with a population of just over 13,000....
Callie Opie’s Orchard is a farm-to-table restaurant offering the most mouthwatering steaks in Virginia. This remote restaurant belongs on your bucket list, and the drive to the middle of nowhere will be well worth it. This remote restaurant is nestled on a serene 25-acre property featuring a small pond as well as a lovely apple orchard. Callie Opie’s Orchard/Facebook Located just a few miles from Lake Anna, Callie Opie’s is perfect for large gatherings or for special occasions....
Virginia is known for many things: gorgeous mountains, world-class hiking trails, stunning rivers, and caverns. But sand caves? Those aren’t typically associated with Virginia’s terrain. That’s why it’s so exciting to discover one of the most beautiful sand caves in the U.S. right here in Virginia. Located in Cumberland Gap National Historic Park, this sand cave in Virginia is nothing short of incredible. And relatively few people have seen it in person!...
It is pretty safe to say that no one hears “Southern California” and thinks of snow or even cold weather for that matter. In fact, the temperature in Los Angeles rarely gets anywhere near freezing, even on winter nights. However, once in a while, even this warm weather state gets a real winter storm. The coldest winter in Los Angeles was in 1949 and it brought with it an unusual snowfall....
In the town of Noblesville, Indiana, there is a place that prepares itself every year to be the ultimate fun winter hangout spot. Sure, they don’t always have natural snow, but that’s okay — they make their own, and you get to play in it! As Indiana’s largest — and only — specialized tubing hill, Koteewi Run is everything you didn’t know you needed for the chilly season. Koteewi Run Seasonal Slopes/Facebook From the top to the bottom, it’s 700 feet in length- long enough to thoroughly enjoy, but not too long as to be exhausting....
What happens when we outgrow our historic mountain tunnels? It isn’t always feasible to widen the road because there would be a danger of the tunnel collapsing. One of the longest tunnels in West Virginia has truly become more than an interstate passage through a mountain. It has grown to become something far more significant and important to public safety. The Memorial Tunnel is a 2,802-foot roadway that passes through Paint Creek Mountain in the unincorporated community of Standard, located in Kanawha County....
Utah has many unique features and attractions that set it apart from other states around the country. For example, we have the Great Salt Lake, more than 2,000 documented natural arches, and a state history that is quite unique. But, many people don’t know that Utah is also home to the largest ski resort in the U.S. Whether you love spending your day on the slopes or you simply want a beautiful place to explore, this ski resort in Utah is sure to be an unforgettable adventure....
Have you planned out your Christmas season yet? What better way to welcome in the holiday cheer than with a Christmas Lights road trip through our great state? This trip will take you to some of the best light displays in the state, bringing Christmas cheer to everyone who sets out for this holiday journey with you. So, gas up the car and hit the road on this road trip to see some of the best Christmas lights in New Hampshire....
Do you feel like you’ve uncovered all the Texas hidden gems in the state? If so, this is the road trip for you. We’re heading out into the West Texas desert – arguably the most remote place in the whole state. Taking roughly seven hours of driving time, the trip takes you to a secluded hot springs resort, the largest spring-fed pool in the world, and several other little-known places. So, what are you waiting for?...
For many locals and long-time residents, the iconic Biltmore in Phoenix is one of the most famous hotels in Arizona. Built almost a century ago in 1928, it’s also one of the most historic places you’ll ever sleep. A night at this historic hotel in Arizona will take you back to the flamboyance and sophistication of the roaring 20s, but with all the modern amenities of today. You’ll never forget your stay here!...
There are few spots more famous in Iowa than Pikes Peak State Park. The McGregor natural haven is home to the most impressive bluffs and cliffs in Iowa, leading many to nickname it the Grand Canyon of the Midwest. It’s stunning any time of year – but many people might neglect to pay it a second visit during the colder months. With winter settling in, it’s a perfect time to discover all Pikes Peak State Park has to offer in January and February – including the best winter overlook in Iowa....
Idaho is chock full of stunning small towns to visit in winter, both for their Christmas festivities and for an abundance of delightful snowy fun. But the city of Caldwell is making quite the argument for itself when it comes to places in Idaho that are positively enchanting to visit during the wintertime. If the Christmas lights that decorate Indian Creek Plaza and its surroundings don’t draw you to this community this winter, the sight of this ice skating ribbon surely will!...
If you’re looking for a unique dining experience in Colorado, head to Denver. You’ll find there’s a business so turtle-tastic that you will be yelling “Cowabunga!” Can you guess the theme? If you guessed “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” you’d be correct! You have to go visit this Ninja Turtle Bar in Denver! Casey Jones is a “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle”-themed bar and restaurant inspired by the owner’s childhood love of the sewer-dwelling amphibian crime fighters....
Does a thick piece of homemade fudge sound good? How about a luxurious truffle? You can have these treats plus many more by taking this road trip to these seven delicious and best chocolate shops in Vermont. Be prepared to act like a kid in a candy store and get ready for the very sweetest road trip through Vermont you’ve ever taken. It’s our very own chocolate trail in Vermont, and it’s downright delicious!...
If a day spent perusing the bookshelves and relaxing with a cup of tea is your idea of heaven, head to Laurel, Mississippi. The Bookstore in the Window and Lee’s Coffee & Tea are the perfect way to spend a quiet afternoon. If you’re looking for a delightful little bookstore in Mississippi to peruse, this is it! Laurel, Mississippi, is a beautiful small town with charming storefronts and brick-laid streets....
Folks scamper in droves to Stonehenge, the famous monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England. And in the U.S., the Statue of Liberty was visited by a whopping 1.6 million people in 2021. On that same high-brow level of significance, The Big Chair, the small-town claim to fame in Thomasville, North Carolina, is nothing to sneeze at either. The Duncan Phyfe armchair replica was built in 1950 by Thomasville Furniture Industries....
According to the Journal of Archaeological Science, petroglyphs in the area near Winnemucca Lake in Nevada are possibly as old as 14,800 years, making them the oldest rock art found in North America. There are several spots in Nevada with ancient petroglyphs from previous Native American cultures but the set found at Winnemucca Lake is a stunning find for scientists. The petroglyphs are located in a lake bed that has been dried up for a very long time....
When many people think of the Mitten State, we usually think of the mitten portion of the state. But the Upper Peninsula is a beautiful forest region that everyone should explore. There are plenty of quaint small towns in the UP with delicious local restaurants. One of these tasty stops is Lawry’s Pasty Shop in Ishpeming, Michigan. If you haven’t tried a pasty yet, you have to! The small town of Ishpeming was settled in 1854 in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and has just over 6,000 residents....
Whether you’re a hunter, a bird-watcher, a leaf viewer, or just someone who enjoys a nice getaway in the beautiful fall weather, there’s a Nebraska cabin just waiting for you. These sweet little cabins in Nebraska all provide a peaceful getaway in gorgeous settings that you’ll remember long after your vacation is over. Riverview Cabin Retreat, Ord Riverview Cabin Retreat Riverview Cabin Retreat, 474 Ave, Ord, NE 68862, USA Riverview Cabin Retreat This peaceful and well-maintained cabin lets you enjoy nature’s bounty with walking trails right up to the nearby North Loup River....
