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If you’ve ever traveled through the Rocky Mountains on I-70, you’ve probably passed the town of Idaho Springs, just 30 miles from Denver. Many stop for gas here before pushing west without pausing to take in the town where Colorado’s Gold Rush began. In 1859, George A. Jackson struck gold along Clear Creek, and thus, Idaho Springs was founded, drawing thousands of prospectors. Though the mines are now defunct, there are still several historic sites you will not want to miss on your next visit....

With so many incredible towns in the Prairie State, you couldn’t possibly visit them all in a year (no, that’s not a challenge), but if you visit one charming small town in Illinois each month, you’ll get a good taste of all that the Land of Lincoln has to offer. Here are a dozen suggestions to get you started. January - Mt. Morris Denise M/TripAdvisor As the year gets off to a start, pay a visit to quaint Mt....

Next time you have a long weekend, use it for a sweet escape to the Texas Hill Country. In just three days, you can visit three breathtaking waterfalls in Texas that will make you feel like you’ve entered a fairytale. Each one has camping available, too, so you can pitch a tent (or pull up in your RV) and enjoy a night under the stars. It’s one of the best weekend road trips in Texas, and we know you’ll love it....

One of Maine’s most popular Christmas events is back this year and it will be better than ever! In past years you were only able to drive through the light display known as Gardens Aglow. However, this year will be returning as a walk-thru event so you can make the most of your time in this beautiful garden soaking up the lights and making it a great family outing this holiday season....

Adventure awaits all year long in Pennsylvania! If you love spending time outdoors, you’ll find no better place to live than our beloved state. One of the best ways to see all corners of the state – and run across hidden waterfalls, picturesque footbridges, and other surprises – is to embark on a hike. Fortunately, we have access to thousands of hikes, from easy to difficult, all over the state. Here are 12 scenic hikes in Pennsylvania, one for each month of the year....

The best mac and cheese in Texas comes in nearly a dozen delicious flavors, and it’s hiding at The Backyard in Seabrook. Tucked away between Houston and Galveston, this small, coastal town is worth visiting for this restaurant alone. The mac and cheese is just that good! From lobster mac to jalapeno popper mac and everything in between, The Backyard has it all. Much like its name suggests, The Backyard is a cozy neighborhood eatery where friends gather to enjoy good times over great food....

Food brings people together, and Dairy Bar in Lake Jackson, Texas is a prime example of that sentiment. This longstanding institution is so much more than just a place to eat – it’s a beloved local gathering spot where people come to catch up over a good burger. It’s definitely one of the best small-town restaurants in Texas, and everyone who walks through the door is made to feel like family....

Thanksgiving may be one of your favorite holidays, if not your favorite holiday. But did you know that there is one wonderful place that feels like it’s Thanksgiving every day? If that sounds like a place you would enjoy, head on down to Bongi’s Turkey Roost, a turkey restaurant in Massachusetts that will make all your dreams of turkey and fixings come true. Since 1947, Bongi’s turkey farm has been providing some of the tastiest turkeys in the state....

Not every Christmas light show in Georgia can be on the same level as The World of Illumination in Marietta. But that doesn’t mean that the smaller light shows aren’t equally as impressive. Take the Portwood family Christmas Lights in Georgia, for example. What has become a landmark for residents within the area every year is a homemade light show that blows many of the others right out of the water....

You could look at tiny restaurants as cozy, personalized and quaint. They only handle so many customers at a time, so you are sure to have service tailored to the customer. On the other hand, a popular restaurant with very few seats may require a long wait or a reservation. Here are a few tiny restaurants in Missouri that we feel are worth the extra trouble, especially since we’ll be rewarded with a scrumptious meal....

If you’ve ever been to historic downtown Mystic, CT you’ll know that it’s enchanting all year long, but this riverfront town truly lights up at Christmas time. From the lights throughout Olde Mistick Village to the boats upon the river decked out to the nines to the massive Christmas tree in the park on Main Street, this quaint town will get you in the Christmas spirit in no time. This holiday season, make sure to head to Mystic to experience all of the holiday events and one of the most enchanting main streets in Connecticut....

We think the best place to have a day trip is in Lewisburg, West Virginia. Tucked away in the hills of the Greenbrier Valley, Lewisburg is a picturesque, vibrant, artsy, historic town with friendly people. It’s a great place to explore, and you’ll quickly see why it’s frequently considered one of America’s coolest small towns. Follow along as we take you on the perfect day trip to the jewel of southern West Virginia!...

We feel accomplished when we break records, even if we can only live vicariously through others that have done all the work. The same applies in the world when we find ownership over some great land. We here in the volunteer state can proudly say we have the tallest waterfall in Tennessee. Not only that, but it is also the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Now that is something to be proud of, and you can hike to the base to get the sheer magnitude of this incredible waterfall....

The Hyde Manor was once the crown jewel of Sudbury, Vermont. A massive hotel built with the best materials and furnishings, adding to the list of beautiful and old buildings in Vermont, it was a playground for the wealthy to ski, golf, or gamble the days away. Not one, but two fires ruined the magnificent structure, making it one of the most abandoned places in Vermont. After five generations of family ownership, the hotel now lies dormant, unsafe for even the bravest of explorers....

Did you know that there are plenty of hidden gems in West Virginia? As we West Virginia lovers already know, it’s beautiful. It’s also rugged and full of history. The people here are resourceful, courageous, and have deep roots. And as the nation begins to discover what we’ve known all along, they’ll start with all the best-known places such as Harpers Ferry, the New River Gorge Bridge, Glade Springs Gristmill, and Charleston’s Capitol Complex....

Why spend your time driving from location to location when you can spend it browsing and shopping in one massive store? It may take the better part of a day to get through every area of this massive thrift store in Southern California, but with the vast range of things being up for sale, it really is a one-stop shop. Even better, shopping at this store helps provide community employment, fund charitable programs, and lower landfill dumping....

Nestled in the mountains of the Potomac Highlands along the banks of the Lost River, the Inn at Lost River has welcomed guests to the valleys of West Virginia for nearly 30 years. Housed in an 1880s Folk Victorian Farmhouse with handsome woodwork and original pine floors, The Inn at Lost River is an impossibly charming bed and breakfast in the heart of the Mountain State. It’s also a world unto itself, its sprawling grounds containing an original smokehouse and historic general store, the latter of which has long been a place for folks to gather and congregate....

Regardless if you’re a history buff or not, the Emma Willard House is a special destination worth checking out when you’re in Middlebury, Vermont. Constructed in 1809, the Emma Williard House was the home of one of the leading advocates of education for girls and women in the United States. If you’re ready to learn more, read on for additional information about Emma Willard and her historic house that nowadays sits on Middlebury College’s campus....

Day trips in Arkansas are a great way to experience little slices of the Natural State. Sometimes those tiny pieces of heaven are just what you need to rejuvenate your soul. Luckily, there are tons of options for epic one-day Arkansas road trips. And we have got the perfect sunrise-to-sunset scenic day trip in Arkansas for you, and it will be packed with adventure. Some of these places are the best places to see the sunrise in Arkansas....

Cincinnati is very lucky to have such a wonderful public library system so that we can all have access to literature and a number of other features. The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County is an incredible resource in our city and it’s important that we support them whenever possible. One easy way to do that, especially if you’re an avid reader, is to shop at their used book warehouse....