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Utah is home to several delicious and unique restaurants. However, there is one that may just be a little more unusual than the others. Five Alls Restaurant is a castle-themed restaurant in Salt Lake City that is truly one of a kind. You will feel like you are living out a real-life fantasy as you enjoy the incredible décor, eat off pewter dinnerware, and taste the most delicious five-course meal. This is one themed restaurant in Utah that not only offers incredible food but an unforgettable experience as well....

Everyone knows that Utah is a great place to play in the snow, but sometimes it’s nice to stay warm and dry during your winter adventures. Looking for some fun indoor winter activities in Utah? Here are 13 places to visit this season, and there’s something on this list for everyone. Explore the cosmos at Clark Planetarium. Pablo Quiroga/Google With three floors of displays and hands-on exhibits, you’ll have a blast exploring this outer-space museum....

Are you looking for the perfect place to bring your children for a day of fun in the Great Lake State? Look no further than this incredible indoor amusement park in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With impressive attractions like go-karts, laser tag, and even a roller coaster, kids will be entertained for the whole day. Craig’s Cruisers is West Michigan’s largest family fun center with four locations in Holland, Muskegon, and Silver Lake....

We in the North Star State are blessed with four seasons, four biomes, 66 state parks, nine state recreation areas, and nine state waysides – which means that even if you picked one scenic state park in Minnesota for every month of the year, you’d still have a long way to go to experience all the Bold North has to offer. But it’s a start! January - Big Bog State Recreation Area...

Here in Ohio, we have some pretty epic playgrounds. But the state’s largest indoor play structure is something that belongs at the top of your family day trip bucket list. Jump & Jack’s in West Chester, Ohio features a truly amazing indoor playground your kids will absolutely love — and maybe even you too. Not only is this an amazing indoor playground in Ohio for toddlers, it’s a fun attraction for parents, too!...

There’s no question from the chill in the air – winter is here. Soon, the Christmas season will have come and gone, and 2023 will come in with a blast of cold weather, the way it always seems to in the Hawkeye State. Iowa residents are ready for winter to take its best shot, and sub-freezing temperatures are very common in Des Moines during January and February. But will it be the coldest winter in Iowa history?...

Did you know that the state fish of South Dakota is walleye? Swimming in the many lakes and rivers across the state, walleye are often found in the Missouri River and glacial lakes. With so many amazing lakes in South Dakota, it can be hard to choose a favorite, so we polled our readers on our Only In South Dakota Facebook page. Now we know where 15 of the most beautiful lakes in the Mount Rushmore State can be found....

Magic fills the air as the holidays approach every single year. If you’re in the need of some holiday cheer, then you’ll want to check out the following magical Christmas towns in Maryland. These towns are not only decorated to the brim with lights and garland, but they also offer a multitude of holiday events and activities that are sure to keep you busy this season. Berlin Facebook / Town of Berlin Maryland This cheerful holiday town in Maryland boasts a Christmas parade, carriage rides, and is charmingly decorated for the season....

When you’re in the mood to explore charming towns in Minnesota, nothing else will do! Check out these sweet destinations, which you can visit all on the same day if you’re feeling adventurous. We’ve picked out the best places for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in these lovely places to visit. Grand Marais Jutta Pongratz / EyeEm via Getty Images Gorgeous Grand Marais features endless things to love. The first one you’ll undoubtedly notice is the amazing natural beauty of the town....

December means the festive hustle and bustle has arrived. You may drive through one of these light displays or plan a getaway at this cozy glampground; however, the holiday fun isn’t over until you’ve taken a walk through this garden light show. Arkansas is filled with wintry activities but the light display at Garvan Woodland Gardens is one of our favorite holiday traditions. Let’s take a peek at this beautifully bedazzled botanical garden and see why these are some of the best Christmas lights in Arkansas....

The North Georgia region has some fantastic small towns to explore throughout the year. Many travel to the area in the spring to see the beautiful wildflowers, or in the summer to escape the heat farther south. Even more are drawn in the autumn to see the most stunning fall foliage in the Peach State. One season that is sometimes overlooked here is winter, but this is an absolutely gorgeous region and many of these mountain towns come alive in the winter months....

The Lost Island Campground has been a popular Waterloo getaway for years, hosting a large campground, lakeside, and waterpark. But now, it’s become possibly the biggest vacation destination in the Hawkeye State – opening a massive new amusement park in Iowa. The Lost Island Amusement Park debuted in the summer of 2022 for a shortened season without all of its rides open, but that was more than enough to let people get a thrilling glance at this new themed getaway....

Many people tend to associate vacations with warmer weather. Whether you’re trying to take the kids to Disney World when they’ve got a summer break from school or you want to enjoy a spring break trip to Aruba, it can sometimes feel like it’s ingrained in our minds that spring and summer go hand in hand with exotic trips. However, traveling in the winter can be just as much fun, if not more so....

To find unspoiled nature in Texas, you usually have to go far outside the big cities. But right outside of El Paso, you can find yourself in the heart of the mountains. A scenic drive in Texas can make you feel a million miles away, and that’s the case when you drive through Franklin Mountains State Park. This scenic road is shared with pedestrians, so you’ll often see a jogger right alongside your car....

If you hold tight to the cliche “They just don’t make stuff like they used to” and you’re looking for a place where you can buy quality antiques and goods, then Dead People’s Stuff: Architectural Antiques and Design in Oklahoma City is just the place for you. Besides their name being an attention-grabber, the unique items in their massive 40,000-square-foot warehouse will wow you in every way. From stained glass doors to lighting fixtures to antique hardware, they have just about everything you need and a whole lot more things you’ll want....

It’s no secret that Alabama is a food lover’s paradise. After all, every type of food imaginable is served here. From fresh seafood and ethnic foods, to juicy burgers and Southern-style barbecue, Alabama serves it all! There’s one unique place in Alabama that offers a few eating options under one roof, in addition to other things. This place is Windmill Market, and you can read all about it below. Windmill Market, which has been in business since 2009, is located in downtown Fairhope at 85 North Bancroft Street....

We’ve shared the classic “Buffalo” dishes that titillate tourists’ tastebuds when they come to visit, but for locals, choosing a place to dine is just as much about the atmosphere as it is about the eats. Read on to check out our top unique restaurants in Buffalo choices that satisfy both your appetite and your craving for a good vibe. (Warning: Do not read on an empty stomach!) Breadhive (402 Connecticut Street) Breadhive - Facebook...

Alabama is home to 22 beautiful state parks. If you’ve ever wanted to explore some of the best outdoor spots around, you’ll definitely want to consider a visit to some of these state parks. To help get you started, listed below are 12 Alabama state parks – one for each month. You’ll most certainly want to include each of them on your 2023 itinerary. Cheaha State Park - Delta (January) flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM What better way to kick off the New Year than with a visit to Alabama’s Cheaha State Park?...

There are a lot of great things about spending time in New Hampshire. Just a few examples include the culture of the cities, the history of the small towns, and the people who have made these places so great. In addition to these highlights, the seemingly endless outdoor opportunities offer to keep us busy all year long. From winter to summer to spring to fall, the following scenic hikes in New Hampshire will keep you enjoying nature any time you’d like to enjoy the great outdoors in New England....

City life is certainly exciting and busy, but does it ever start to feel a bit routine? Next time you’re craving a nature-infused adventure, check out some of these great hiking trails with waterfalls near Baltimore. These five natural wonders are all less than an hour’s drive away. The journey will definitely be worth it when you see how beautiful these cascades truly are in person. Cascade Falls at Patapsco Valley State Park Flickr / Bart This natural wonder is located at Patapsco Valley State Park....