Winter is always an interesting time in Cincinnati, with up and down temperatures and typically many grey days. The holidays are filled with fun and excitement, and then mid-January arrives and we all wonder, what are we supposed to do with ourselves now? If you want to shake things up a bit this season and plan a little trip, these seven amazing winter getaways from Cincinnati are a great place to start....
From an aquarium restaurant to a heart-pounding shark encounter, as well as zoos like the Dallas Zoo and Fort Worth Zoo, Texas boasts all sorts of unique animal encounters – but only one as incredible as this. Whitehorse Steakhouse at Oak Meadow Ranch lets you get up close and personal with exotic animals like lemurs and sloths after enjoying a five-course, gourmet meal. Perhaps the most unique animal encounter you’ll ever have in Texas is waiting for you at Oak Meadow Ranch....
Christmas – it’s the most wonderful time of the year! No matter where you go this holiday season, there are numerous Christmas towns in Iowa that each has its own special celebration or festival. And while this list just scratches the surface, here are some of our favorite towns that are wonderful places to be during Christmastime. Keokuk Daniel Holt/Flickr During the holiday season, Keokuk is famous for its City of Christmas at Rand Park....
How many of you think you’re rich? If you measured your wealth on a world scale, everyone would enjoy “Bill Gates” status. But what if you measured your wealth against others in Northern California? Would you live in a charming small town in NorCal? Here’s where things change drastically. NerdWallet has data finding that these are the wealthiest cities in our part of the state. They’re some of the best places to live in Northern California....
Even if you’ve never stepped foot inside, diners evoke a sense of nostalgia. While Louisiana doesn’t necessarily have a massive presence of old-school diners, there is one in particular that has been a favorite for many for over 80 years, and that’s Louie’s Cafe. Let’s check out what makes Louie’s Cafe a Louisiana landmark, shall we? You’ll find Louie’s Cafe in the shadows of LSU’s gates. Louie’s Cafe/Facebook If you’re an LSU alum, you probably have many memories of this once-late-night haunt....
Missouri’s brimming with unique natural and manmade wonders – from Blue Spring to Gateway National Arch – that leave us in awe. Chances are you’ve at least heard of, if not visited, one of the oldest natural wonders in Missouri. It dates back nearly two billion years and grabs the imagination of visitors of all ages. Visitors from Missouri and beyond flock to Elephant Rocks State Park all year round to see the unique granite boulders that are lined up like elephants in a circus....
Only a few towns lie along the boundary where New Hampshire meets the Atlantic Ocean. They are unlike any other area of the state with their rocky shores and sandy beaches. Only one of these towns is the furthest point to the east though. Let’s take a trip to Rye. The small town of Rye was the site of New Hampshire’s first settlement in 1623. The village was originally established by fishermen as Pannaway Plantation, but was later relocated to what was then called Strawberry Banke, now known as Portsmouth....
Throughout much of the state, winter in Georgia is not famous for being very snowy. We may occasionally have major snowstorms and cold spells in Georgia, but overall, even our very northern regions of the state don’t get nearly the snow you’d find in New England or the Midwest. Still, it definitely snows in Georgia, at least in some parts, and one of the cities that typically gets the most snow in Georgia is Dallas, a northern suburb of Atlanta....
Whether you’re seven years old or 70, there’s nothing better than heading out for a day of fun and exploration. And the real win is when the whole family can enjoy something unique, interesting, and fun together. For many Michiganders, inclement weather can put a damper on physical activity – but that doesn’t have to be the case. When you and your kids are ready for an exciting excursion that won’t send you diving headfirst into a pile of snow, venture to this unique attraction: a safari playground in the heart of Michigan....
A world-class college like Yale University undoubtedly has a beautiful campus. Obviously, the halls and dorms often feature stunningly-designed architecture, but one major benefit of college towns is all of the added draws for the local community. Along with colleges come top-tier theaters, museums, libraries, and other cultural attractions that are often open to the public as well as university faculty and staff. Yale University has several wonderful facilities, such as the Yale Center for British Art....
Photogenic lakes are quite prevalent across the state of Nebraska. Between 1500 and 2500 lakes have been observed in the Nebraska Sandhills region alone. Large and small, the lakes of Nebraska help shape the tranquil beauty of the landscape and its rolling hills. In a search to discover the most beautiful lakes in Nebraska, we decided to poll our readers on our Only In Nebraska Facebook page to hear their recommendations....
It can get cold in upstate New York! Because of this fact, it’s crucial that there are indoor play spaces for kids to let loose no matter what the weather is like outside. Fortunately, The Fun Spot in Queensbury knows this and has created the perfect indoor playground in New York for kids to enjoy all year round. Check out this incredible playground and make some plans to check it out in person soon....
History is alive and well here in the Bluegrass State, a place with a proud people and vibrant culture. And while our country’s 13 original colonies are touted for their age and historic clout, Kentucky has some pretty big claims to fame in this department, too. Kentucky entered the union in 1792 — just two states shy of being one of the original 13. Within our storied and historic state, Harrodsburg, a charming small town in Kentucky, has a very big claim to fame....
One of the best holiday events in Georgia happens every year and offers families a unique opportunity to glimpse into an entirely different culture. If you’re looking for a special way to welcome in the holidays, shop for gifts, and get a dose of Christmas cheer, then check out this beautiful Christmas market in Georgia. It’s truly a bucket-list-worthy destination! The Atlanta Christkindl Market is the largest German Christmas Market in the state of Georgia and you do not want to miss out this year....
White Dog Hill Restaurant in Clinton, OK, is a must–visit dining experience. Located in the heart of Oklahoma, the rustic restaurant has been serving up delicious meals since 2007. The restaurant is known for its amazing views, excellent service, and unique menu. They were voted the best restaurant in Oklahoma in 2022 by MoneyInc.com, and once you visit, you’ll see why they rival the nicest in the country. Located in the middle of the countryside in the rugged landscape of western Oklahoma is White Dog Hill....
If you’re looking for “waterfalls near me” in New Hampshire then you’ve come to the right place. New Hampshire’s waterfalls are stunning. In fact, we have so many gorgeous ones that you can even take this epic waterfall road trip. However, many of them can be hard to see if you’re not able to hike. Whether you’re visiting with older or younger family members who can’t walk too far, or just want to enjoy accessible waterfalls without too much effort, we’ve found ten of the best waterfalls in New Hampshire that are easy to get to, and still drop dead gorgeous....
As the final leaves fall from the trees throughout Indiana, the entire state begins to come to life with holiday lights and other winter displays to charm the senses and gear everyone up for the giving season. Mother Nature has even begun decorating the state herself. As the holidays fast approach, it’s time to start planning time for those traditions you won’t want to miss. Here are five displays of drive-thru Christmas lights in Indiana that you can enjoy just about anytime between Thanksgiving and Christmas....
While the Belle Meade Plantation tours and the Belmont Mansions get lots of attention in the Nashville area, you’ll be pleasantly rewarded by a short trip outside of the city to one of Tennessee’s oldest and finest frontier manors, Cragfont. Built in what is now Castalian Springs, Cragfont has a long and storied history that includes some of the biggest names in early Nashville. But all of that history still haunts the property, and if you visit, you just might encounter these ghosts for yourself....
One of the most fun, engaging activities for people of all ages is visiting an escape room. What is an escape room? Well, it’s a room that has several clues hidden within it. A team works together to decipher one clue, which leads to another, and so on until the room’s overall mystery is solved. It’s basically a big, interactive puzzle that people love because you engage your brain as you have fun....
Just the name California conjures up images of warm weather, summer trips, and sandy beaches, but every Californian knows that summer is not the only season we experience. Come winter, the landscape and activities change, and winter-themed festivals pop up across the state. There is one winter festival in Southern California that we think every Californian should experience. The annual “Enchanted Forest of Light” transforms Descanso Gardens into an immersive and interactive fantasyland, where you are led on a mile-long walk through illuminated art installations created by multiple artists....
