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There is no better oasis than being in nature. Oasis means different things to different people. Maybe your oasis equals solitude, or maybe it means experiencing scenery unlike what you’re accustomed to looking at daily. Our list of hidden oases in Northern California has something for everyone. Cool off in a waterfall, visit a high alpine lake, or relax at a suburban beach park. Check out our list below: Potem Falls- Round Mountain rCrundwell/Flickr Cool off in the chilly pool at the base of these falls....

A little more than a half mile off of the Gold Lake Highway, you’ll find this spectacular Northern California waterfall. Fern Falls is 35 feet tall and surrounded by gorgeous Sierra pine trees. There are two Fern Falls in Northern California. The most well-known is Fern Falls located in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in the northwest part of the state. David Spangler/Google Images This Fern Falls is located in Graeagle in Plumas National Forest....

It’s no secret that Alabama boasts some of the finest restaurants around. One, in particular, is Jesse’s Restaurant. Jesse’s Restaurant in Alabama offers both an amazing atmosphere and a menu with a variety of delicious dishes. For more information about this award-winning restaurant, take a look below. Jesse’s Restaurant is a fine dining restaurant that’s located in Magnolia Springs, Alabama. tripadvisor/Anne R This small-town restaurant offers an unforgettable menu with several options, in addition to multiple private dining rooms to accommodate guests....

No dessert is more nostalgic than a good old-fashioned ice cream cone. The juxtaposition of creamy and crunchy creates a blissful flavor dynamic enjoyed by all. Not many people know this, but the world’s largest ice cream cone factory is hiding right here in Arizona. You can schedule a free tour of Joy Cone and even try a sample hot off the assembly line! You’ve likely seen these iconic ice cream cones in your grocery store....

In such a charming state as Idaho, it is hard to choose just one mountain town that deserves the spotlight. But, if we had to make a list, near the top would be the town of Kellogg. Located in Shoshone County in the Panhandle, this incredible town is tucked away in the mountains, has an interesting history, is home to delicious food, and is the ultimate outdoor playground. There’s no doubt it really is one of the most charming mountain towns in Idaho....

There are several stores in Alabama that offer an unforgettable shopping experience. While many of these stores are rather small and take a short amount of time to visit, there are plenty of others that are much larger and can take all day to look at everything. One of these larger stores is Priester’s Pecans, which happens to be the largest pecan shop in Alabama, in addition to also being the state’s largest gourmet handmade candy company....

You know the saying that if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em? This certainly applies to winter. While this time of year might not be everyone’s favorite, there’s something undeniably romantic and enchanting about this season. And while we can’t do anything about the frigid temps and snowfall, we can provide some suggestions for places to enjoy winter in Ohio, starting with the heated igloos at Lumin Sky Bar in Columbus....

It goes without saying that eating at a fine dining establishment is always a treat. Being surrounded by luxury and spoiling yourself with expensive meals can feel pretty incredible. But you don’t have to go to a costly, hoity-toity spot to enjoy delicious food. You can find a warm atmosphere, friendly people, and excellent food at plenty of hole in the wall restaurants in Georgia. One of the tastiest of these unassuming eateries in the state is the aptly-named Hole in the Wall Diner in Blairsville....

We often talk about Kentucky’s deep and rich history, but those discussions are generally limited to the last 200-300 years. But the truth of the matter is, Kentucky’s history predates its founding as the Bluegrass State. Like the rest of the country, Kentucky was home to Native American tribes many, many centuries ago. In Southwest Kentucky, a Native American village once occupied the site of Wickliffe Mounds from roughly 1100 to 1350 A....

Sometimes we can power through a day, facing no matter what comes our way. Other times, we desperately need a bit of time to unwind and relax, so we can glide through the rest of the day. That’s what makes afternoon tea oh-so-perfect. It gives us the opportunity to indulge in a bit of deliciousness and some good conversation, allowing us to recharge. You won’t find a more enchanting place to do that than at this Victorian-themed tea room in Pennsylvania....

If you’re looking for a family-friendly trail in Hawaii that promises delicious views, check out the Waimea Valley Trail. Located near Haleiwa, Oahu, it’s an easy trail with a great swimming hole at the base of a waterfall. On the next hot day, grab the family and head on out on this spectacular hike! Waimea Falls is a gorgeous waterfall that cascades down to a beautiful turquoise swimming hole. Dallas Johnson / AllTrails Located inside the Waimea Valley, the Waimea Valley Trail is an easy hike for every age and ability....

There’s a saying: “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy chocolate. And that’s kind of the same thing.” We couldn’t agree more. Few things in life can improve a bad day – or make a good day better – like a rich, delicious chocolate concoction. You know what I’m talking about. From gourmet delicacies to family recipes passed down through the generations, you’ll find some of the finest chocolates, truffles, and sweet treats at these mouthwatering Virginia chocolate shops....

Any time spent in Montana is great. The time of year doesn’t matter quite so much. Especially when you consider just how beautiful every landscape is. Summer and fall are big favorites among both locals and tourists, but we can’t forget about winter. For those who love colder weather with a side of snow, these trips might just be perfect, provided, of course, you bring along your favorite winter travel essentials....

No matter the season, a memorable road trip in Colorado is always a good idea. The following itinerary will take you – and anyone daring enough to join – on a trip to some of the creepiest places in Colorado. The landmarks we’ve outlined have been abandoned for decades and left to the elements to slowly wither away. Yet what remains is eerily beautiful in its own right, especially considering that many of the following abandoned places in Colorado are significant to our state’s history....

There are all sorts of historic accommodations and cabins in Kentucky to rest your head to the night, but not many predate the state’s founding. In the heart of Kentucky Horse Country, this pioneer-themed VRBO isn’t merely outfitted with historic decor — the log cabin quite literally hails from the 1700s and retains many of its original features and charm. While our country’s 13 original colonies are touted for their age and historic relevance, Kentucky entered the union in 1792 — just two states shy of being one of the original 13....

Travelers to Big Sky Country know what they’re searching for: vast, picturesque landscapes and immersion into the best of what nature has to offer. For those that have a taste for luxury (and don’t mind spending a pretty penny for it), you owe it to yourself to stay at least a few nights at one of the best hotels in Montana, and arguably among the best resorts in the world....

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is a Tudor manor in Ohio that strongly resembles the kind of buildings you might see in the town of Hogsmeade from the Harry Potter books and movies. With 65 ornate and gorgeous rooms, this elegant manor would make for an excellent location to hold any wizarding event. Did you know that Stan Hywet means stone quarry in Old English? The old-fashioned Tudor charm and beauty of this place may as well be a movie set for a Harry Potter movie....

If you’re going to go hiking in Kentucky, you might as well choose a scenic spot that also offers the payoff of a waterfall. There are many waterfall trails in the Bluegrass; some of them are easy to reach, while others are hidden deep in the woods and off-trail. Most of the cascades in our state are beautiful, but not very big. But we do have some falls that crash down from 60, 80, and even over 100 feet....

Every year as the holiday season starts to approach, Christmas markets begin to pop up all over the state. These charming, cheerful local venues often feature sweet handmade items, delicious baked goods and giftable treats, and delightful treasures and trinkets that are too tempting to pass up. We love nothing more than strolling through each and every festive street market that we can find! There’s one particularly special Christmas market in Cincinnati that you don’t want to miss this year, however....

If you have kids (or have ever met or been a child yourself), you know they have endless energy, leaving their adults constantly looking for new things to see and do. Thankfully, there is a perfect place for them right here in South Dakota, which is Run Wild in Rapid City, a massive indoor playground with endless places to play: Welcome to… Google/kelvin tagoe The perfectly-named Run Wild Indoor and Outdoor Playland!...