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Jane’s Fountain is a hidden gem located in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii. Charley Footon / Google Maps This charming and cozy restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in the city. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be transported to a warm and welcoming atmosphere filled with the tempting aromas of delicious Hawaiian comfort food. This classic has been serving up delicious dishes for Hawaiian locals since 1948....

You’d expect to find a wide range of local restaurants in the bigger cities in Kentucky, but you may not think to have several choices in a small town. True, some small towns offer only one or two local eateries, but then you have a mountain town like Prestonsburg that has more than enough choices for many memorable meals. There are many places that can be considered the best restaurants in Prestonsburg and we’ve featured a few of them below....

There are plenty of unique places to stay in Connecticut. We’ve got quirky hotels, tree house getaways, luxurious glampgrounds, and more. One spot that is so wild you may have never even considered it is renting out an entire island. That’s right, there’s an island Airbnb in Connecticut where you and your closest friends can rent out an entire piece of land. This is your perfect opportunity to enjoy an island getaway, without having to get shipwrecked or try out for “Survivor....

For many travelers, one of the most iconic and romantic images is riding in an Italian gondola through the canals of Venice. What many, even here in the Golden State, don’t know is that you do not have to travel halfway around the world for this dreamy experience. In fact, you can enjoy a romantic gondola ride in Southern California. Gondola Adventures was established in 1993 in Newport Beach, California. The owner loves these elegant boats and is President of the Gondola Society of America....

Traveling can be quite expensive. Even the cost of road trips in Washington can add up. But if wanderlust has hit you hard and you’re intent on setting out to explore, how about an affordable road trip in WA? With this itinerary, you can visit five incredible sites for less than $100. This trip is 194 miles and just over five hours of driving time. You can take a look at our interactive map link to help you plan....

There are so many places in Southern California to take a beautiful drive, away from the busyness of the city. The Heritage Valley Highway 126 connects two cities, Santa Clarita and Ventura. In addition to running through a beautiful valley with vibrant orchards, small towns, and statuesque mountain ridges, this scenic drive in Southern California is filled with historic points of interest worth visiting. You will begin your drive at the Castaic Junction in Santa Clarita, where Highway 126 begins at Interstate 5....

When it comes to the winter months, plenty of states face the realities of brutally cold, snowy conditions. After all, the vast majority of our country is situated within non-tropical climates — and we’re well-accustomed to the chilly conditions that accompany wintertime in much of the United States. Here are the 11 snowiest states in the US with the highest average annual snowfalls (calculated among all cities) between 1981 and 2010, according to a study by National Centers for Environmental Information....

There’s a tiny town just outside of Jackson, Mississippi that’s hiding one of the best-kept secrets in the Magnolia State. You wouldn’t think by the looks of it, but this unassuming restaurant is serving up some of the best steaks in Mississippi, and you need to pay them a visit. You may have never heard of Learned, Mississippi before. After all, the tiny town outside of Jackson is home to fewer than 100 people....

Rhode Island promises a little bit of everything, including a rich history. Even if you’re not a bona fide history buff, you’ll find yourself engrossed by the many tales Rhode Island has to tell. Discover a fascinating piece of the past when you go on a self-guided tour of this opulent house in Rhode Island. Bring the kiddos along, too. (There’s a special program for them.) Get a glimpse into Rhode Island’s storied past when you embark on a self-guided tour of the Marble House, one of the beloved Newport Mansions....

Brrrr! 30 days of at or below 40 degrees in South Carolina?! That’s right. The year of 1977 brought long stretches of really cold winter weather in South Carolina. Antoniooo/Getty Images We’re so blessed in South Carolina to enjoy mild winters most years. Seeing wildlife out sunning on a nice winter day is common in places like our beautiful state parks. John Dreyer/Getty Images But occasionally, some cold winter days will catch us by surprise and have us adjusting our thermostats …...

Situated in the sprawling campus of Florida Southern College (FSC) comes the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world. The collection of buildings known as Child of the Sun is an incredible amassing of buildings that honor the great architect in the best possible way. See for yourself why this architectural gem is such a unique attraction. Thousands of people come every year to Florida Southern College to enjoy the largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world....

True crime and unsolved mysteries are as popular as ever, as these strange, committed-without-a-trace incidents are equal parts eerie and fascinating. Since no place is exempt from these occurrences, you will find that the Centennial State has experienced its fair share of the two, including these Colorado horse mutilations that may be the creepiest unsolved mystery in state history: The creepy story of the Colorado horse mutilations began in the late summer of 1967 near Alamosa when the 4-legged equine celebrity, Lady, was found deceased with a skinned skull and missing organs....

The Blairstown Diner has been feeding hungry drivers and locals since it opened in 1949, and for its first few decades, it was only known as an old reliable place to get rich and hearty breakfasts, soups, and blue plate specials. Then 30 years into its existence, in 1979, something changed. The Blairstown Diner would play host to a scene from the soon-to-be-classic horror movie Friday the 13th – the franchise that would give us the infamous hockey-mask-clad Jason Voorhees....

Tucked away in just about every corner of the Bay State, you can find a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. Hidden gems are part of what makes each and every state special offering off-the-beaten-path and tourist-free attractions that seem like best-kept secrets. One such place is a hidden park in Massachusetts that many locals don’t even know about. Welcome to the William Cullen Bryant Homestead, a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered....

Whoever said waterfalls are best seen during the spring and summer obviously never visited these fantastic falls outside the Mile High City during the winter months. While many of Colorado’s most spectacular cascades are hidden in the recesses of our state and national parks, there are some wonderful frozen falls accessible just outside the metro area and even a couple that many residents drive by every day. Grab your camera and your curiosity and hunt down these ten best frozen waterfalls near Denver!...

As far as small roadside restaurants go, Florida has some of the best. Perhaps it’s because this is one of the most road-tripped states in the country. Or maybe it’s because Florida just knows how to entice people to stop in, rest their eyes, and enjoy a few sweet treats. Attached to the Silver Dolphin Restaurant in Hernando Beach is a country store that serves up some of the best fudge you’ve ever had....

There are many types of places in Alabama that’ll take you back in time, including Moundville Archaeological Park. This park is such a fascinating place to visit because it’s home to some of the largest Indian mounds in Alabama. To learn all about these mounds, and to view them up close, you’ll want to take the 2-mile loop around the park. For more information about Moundville Archaeological Park, take a look below....

Most of Arizona’s record-breaking temperatures have occurred in the summer, but 1971 was a very different year. On January 7, temperatures dropped to a frigid -40 degrees Fahrenheit at Hawley Lake, the lowest temperature ever measured in the Grand Canyon State. That season was, quite possibly, the coldest winter in Arizona history. Arizona is no stranger to extreme weather - of the warm variety, anyway. AngelMcNallphotography / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Temperatures in the southern region of the state regularly soar into the triple digits in the summer, with Lake Havasu City reaching a stifling 128 degrees in June 1994....

Prepare for pastries galore at the following bakery in Maryland. This local spot is known for its flaky pastries, from savory to sweet. You also won’t want to miss out on the pies either. Read on to learn more and prepare your taste buds for some of the best pastries in Maryland! Deb’s Artisan Bakehouse is located at 402 West Green Street in Middletown, Maryland. Google Maps The current walk-in hours are 9:30 to 2pm Wednesday through Saturday....

Sometimes we have to travel off-the-beaten path to discover some of the best that Pennsylvania has to offer. Gems, after all, hide in the most unexpected of places. Even a leisurely drive down a winding rural road can yield huge rewards – like happening upon a rural restaurant in Pennsylvania that dishes up some of the best food in the state. If you want more Texas restaurants, make sure to sign up for our weekly dining newsletter....