The Turtle Back Zoo is one of New Jersey’s best spots for animal lovers – a thriving, reasonably-priced zoo in the middle of the Essex County Zoological Society. Inside, you’ll be able to meet animals great and small, and kids will love learning about the unique wildlife we share the world with. But you’ll probably get hungry while you’re there – and at this zoo, you’ll have much better choices than the standard zoo chicken fingers....
Editor’s Note: The Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm has discontinued its Ice Harvest and winter Carnival. Visit the museum and store during the month of December for “Quiet Season” and local gifts. New Hampshire has a long tradition of farming and agriculture dating back centuries. It provided a way of life and a means of commerce for the early settlers here. In addition to raising livestock and harvesting crops, there’s another aspect to agriculture in New Hampshire that you can take part in at a farm in Tamworth....
Offering luxurious accommodations, a golf course, five-star dining, numerous amenities, and water views, it may come as no surprise that Wequasset Resort & Golf Club is often considered the best hotel in Massachusetts. If you’re in need of a getaway, you’ll never forget a stay at Wequasset. Wequasset Resort & Golf Club is a five-star, award-winning hotel that is considered to be the best in Massachusetts. Located in Harwich, you will be able to enjoy all the best that Cape Cod has to offer....
Lovingly referred to as, “Louisiana’s Other Side,” Shreveport has a lot to offer. Whether you’re in town just visiting, or you’ve lived here your entire life, there’s plenty to see and do in this marvelous city (and surrounding areas). Not only is it a kid-friendly city, but you’ll also find plenty of things to do in Shreveport for couples too. If you’re on date night duty and you’re on the hunt for date night ideas in Shreveport, we’ve got you covered....
Cincinnati is always a fun and exciting place to be, but around the holidays the city really comes to life. There are events and activities all over the city, so many in fact, that it can be difficult to narrow it down to the best. You can’t really go wrong with any of the festive choices downtown or scattered throughout Cincinnati’s neighborhoods, but if you want a list of the absolute best attractions to check out this season then we’ve got you covered....
You might not be aware of it, but there is a creepy legend on Detroit’s Belle Isle that will definitely send chills down your spine. Did you know the island has a few ghostly residents that prowl the area from time to time? We can’t blame them considering what a gorgeous natural oasis Belle Isle is, but sometimes it can disconcerting to share this sanctuary with troubled spirits. A Native American legend says that if you are ever on the island, you should keep your eyes peeled for the “Lady in White....
New Jersey is one of the busiest states in the nation for trains, but not all of the state’s rail lines are being put to good use. Many are abandoned – including a segment of the Norfolk Southern Railway, a freight line that is still operating in the area. Well, it might be put back to work transporting people soon – but in a very different way. In one of the biggest public infrastructure projects in New Jersey in a long time, the railway is in the process of being transformed into the Essex-Hudson Greenway, a nine-mile corridor that will combine bike and hiking trails with green spaces....
The winter months may have many people wanting to stay home and avoid the cold, but we have another idea. Why not make the most of the season and plan an unforgettable winter getaway? Regardless of the type of vacation you need right now – activities for the kids, energetic adventures, relaxing spa days, or soaking up nature – this luxury resort in Nevada has it all, and then some....
Probably as long as people have been vacationing in Door County, they have made comparisons to Cape Cod. The rocky shorelines, beaches, and quaint villages of the county offer a smaller Midwest version of that beautiful and famous east coast destination. Door County is gorgeous in any season, but in the winter, it’s simply magical – put on a warm sweater and start driving north up the peninsula. Here’s what’s waiting for you on Wisconsin’s Cape Cod of the Midwest....
Today, more than ever, we are becoming increasingly more health conscious. We are intentional about what we eat and incorporate exercise and healthy habits into our daily lives. The internet is full of products and solutions promoting health and wellness. But did you know there is an all-natural lake that some say boasts healing properties and health benefits far better than anything you can buy from a store? In the tiny town of the same name, nestled in the Columbia River Plateau, Soap Lake has been drawing visitors to its mineral-rich waters for more than 100 years....
With as much snow as Minnesota gets, it’s only natural to wonder where the snowiest place in the state actually is. The state itself turns into a magical winter wonderland every season, and folks like to know exactly what they’re getting into when they move or visit the state come wintertime. Luckily, the NOAA National Climactic Data Center has made it easy to find out. From 1981 to 2010, they tallied the results....
Nothing is quite as satisfying when you’re hungry as an all-you-can-eat buffet jam-packed full of tasty options! What can be better? How about a buffet with an impressive selection of entrees, sides, AND desserts? That is precisely what you will find at the incredible King Buffet in Colorado: Tucked away in Arvada and Colorado Springs, the King Buffet is just that: a massive spread that is indeed the king of all Colorado buffets!...
The most iconic food in Iowa is the pork tenderloin sandwich – those massive fried hubcaps of meat served on a comically undersized bun. You can usually find this classic Iowa food on most casual restaurant menus, but the debate on who has the best pork tenderloin in Iowa is a heated one – so heated that there’s an annual competition! The 2022 winner was an unassuming bar-and-grill in the small city of Waukon, and now fans of the sandwich are flooding to it....
Even if you don’t suffer from a nagging sweet tooth, you probably indulge in some sweet and savory goodies every now and then. If you do have a sweet tooth, you probably have your favorite go-to places to cure your cravings. Either way, have you tried Missouri Bakery Company, a bakery that makes some of the very best desserts in Missouri? If not, you might want to make a beeline for this popular bakery as soon as possible....
Most of us, if not all of us, have sweet experiences and memories stored up from our time at the zoo as children. It was a magical thing! To see lions and tigers and bears, to slurp up ice cream cones on our way to the petting zoo or shiver our way through a reptile show. It’s such an exciting experience, to find yourself smack dab in the middle of the animal kingdom....
There’s nothing like hopping in the car in search of must-visit attractions in North Carolina. Here in North Carolina, we have several options of where to drive and what to see. Yet, so many options can sometimes be so overwhelming. To make the most of all the beautiful aspects our state has to offer, these seven road trips are ideal for discovering some of the state’s hidden secrets. All you have to do is click the links to plan yet another amazing trip, and be sure to make use of our Road Trip Essentials Packing List & Guide to help in your planning efforts....
Castles are a bit hard to come by in the Mountain State. It’s not impossible to track one down, mind you. Berkeley Springs has a castle. There’s a castle for rent on Airbnb. There’s a castle-like ruin in Wheeling. And then there’s the castle in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Yes, really, Parkersburg. JR’s Donut Castle, that is. JR’s Donut Castle / Facebook JR’s Donut Castle, perched regally at 3318 Emerson Avenue, is a true donut kingdom....
Abbeville is a quaint small town in the upstate area of the state. Settled in 1758 and officially incorporated in 1832, its population totaled 4,802 residents as of 2020. It has the feel of Charleston, just on a much smaller scale. There are many historical landmarks in Abbeville to enjoy and explore. City of Abbeville/Facebook In downtown Abbeville, you will find boutiques, restaurants, and charming 19th-century homes in addition to some of the area’s historical landmarks....
While it’s likely known that if you want to catch some waves in the United States, California and Hawaii would be the first choice for many. But, you can’t quite count out Florida, especially with the wave park that is reportedly coming to The Sunshine State in the near future. You’ll never have to worry about surf conditions again when you visit WaveGarden in Florida, which is set to be the biggest surf park in the country....
Fans of pastries don’t have to look too far to find wonderful baked goods in Connecticut. There are so many wonderful Nutmeg State donut shops, bakeries, and ice cream parlors that we were even able to make a whole dessert road trip in Connecticut. One of our favorite bakeries in Connecticut is the wonderful and authentic Unicorn Polish Bakery and Deli. This place serves up amazing baked goods that taste just like they’re from Grandma’s house....
