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It’s no secret that Michigan is full to the brim with gorgeous natural scenery. Michiganders are lucky to live among so much pristine beauty, and it seems nearly impossible to run out of places to visit. If you’re looking for a way to appreciate the most stunning sights and sounds of the Great Lakes State, you’re in luck: here’s a road trip featuring seven natural wonders in Michigan. Get ready to experience the beauty of our state up close and personal....

Contrary to popular belief, hiking is not just a warm-weather activity. Winter hiking trails can be just as fun to explore, and can even offer more interesting and beautiful views. For the best cold weather trails in the state, check out these ten parks that offer the best of winter hiking in Indiana. The best winter hikes in the Hoosier State truly are like a dream come true, especially if you’re a big fan of the great outdoors (and snow)....

In the middle of the bustling holiday season, it can be challenging to actually enjoy the season. This year, consider getting outside with the family for a day of snow tubing fun, taking a Santa train or exploring a life-size nutcracker village. Here in Ohio, there’s so much more to do this time of year than shop all weekend or wait in line for Santa at the mall. The following are some of the best Ohio winter getaways for families we’re sure everyone will enjoy!...

Experience the out-of-this-world seafood and other delicacies at Crab’s Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Restaurant. This Atlantic Beach seafood spot in North Carolina is a hidden gem, offering appetizers, soups, salads, and amazing entrees of quality Caribbean Cuisine. With an inventory of only the freshest hand-selected, locally caught fish and ingredients, how can this delicious food taste anything but delightful? Find out why, since 1997, folks have been enjoying the out-of-this-world seafood on the magical Crystal Coast....

Alabama boasts a variety of restaurants that are known for serving some of the best food in the country. One of these restaurants is The Bright Star. Although The Bright Star offers a variety of dishes, many customers claim the restaurant serves the best tenderloin in Alabama. For information about this restaurant and its famous tenderloin, take a look below. The Bright Star, which opened for business in 1907, is located in Bessemer, Alabama....

There are so many places to explore in Minnesota that it’s sometimes hard to decide where to go. You can hop in your car and head in any direction, and you’re sure to find some amazing places. But today, we want to help you discover some of Minnesota’s most magical places. From nature areas to human-made destinations, you’ll find plenty to enjoy on this lovely Minnesota hidden gems road trip. You’re sure to find that there are no places quite like this place… get in the car and let’s go!...

Washington is an absolutely gorgeous place. And while all of the Evergreen State boasts serious natural beauty, there’s simply something extra magical about our coast. From our charming beach towns to our otherworldly Olympic Peninsula, the northwest part of our state looks like something out of a movie (and in fact, it has appeared in many movies filmed in Washington!). If it’s been a while since you’ve explored the coast, you’ll definitely want to check out this epic Washington coast road trip, one of the most scenic road trips in the entire state, in fact!...

There is a reason Zion National Park is one of the most popular parks in the entire country — it is beautiful. This destination is home to red rocks, tons of hiking trails, incredible canyon walls, river views, and so much more. Also located in southern Utah is a getaway destination with everything you love about Zion National Park. The Honeymoon Trail Inn at Cottonwood Village in Washington is a Zion-themed vacation rental in Utah....

The best way to explore the largest peat bog in the Lower 48 is a mile-long boardwalk extending out into its unique environment. Many call this Minnesota peatland bog the state’s last true wilderness. Big Bog State Recreation Area and the surrounding region, including Red Lake Peatland SNA, comprise the largest such bog in the country, outside of Alaska. Its unique and wild environment makes Big Bog an awesome destination for adventure....

We have plenty of barns in the Peach State, but you probably wouldn’t want to eat at most of them. One that most definitely does not fit into that mold is Little Barn in Lawrenceville. This barn restaurant in Georgia serves up some of the most delicious country cooking you’ve ever had. This place is simple and straightforward – it’s a small red barn that doesn’t look like much, inside or out....

Kentucky is Bourbon Country, producing some 95% of the world’s supply of this spicy, sultry spirit. There are nearly 100 distilleries in the Bluegrass, in fact, each bringing something unique to the table (or bar, if you will). Central Kentucky is the heart of Bourbon Country, and this also happens to be one of the most beautiful regions of the state, too. We put together a scenic route that leads to five old-fashioned distilleries, and we hope you enjoy this road trip in Kentucky Bourbon Country!...

Mount Dora, Florida, is the type of place where you can spend a weekend and still not see everything there is to offer. This waterfront town is a hidden gem to many but features a seemingly never-ending stretch of shops and restaurants for all to enjoy. Take a look at this section of Mount Dora in the downtown area that you could easily spend all weekend exploring. The small town of Mount Dora, Florida, is an incredible place to spend a few days shopping, dining, and exploring on foot....

By and large, the Land of 10,000 Lakes is free of the types of terrifying animals you’ll find in warmer climates. Venomous snakes are few and far between (though there are two species found here). Likewise, scorpions, sharks, and crocodiles are all thankfully found far away from Minnesota. But there are still a few creepy crawlies left in the state that everyone should be aware of. For example, black flies have been making headlines for their recent resurgence in Minnesota....

Tucked away in Mt. Solon in Augusta County, Virginia await one of the state’s most striking natural wonders: the Natural Chimneys. These limestone rock formations, which resemble chimneys, were actually formed during the Paleozoic Era when the region was completely underwater. Today, visitors can admire these fascinating and ancient rock formations along the North River. And the best news of all? This attraction is completely free of charge. Here’s more on why you’ll want to check out the Natural Chimneys, a place that tops our list of the best things to do in Virginia for free....

Receiving over 100 inches of snow each year, Flagstaff is Arizona’s very own winter wonderland. Everyone knows about skiing at the Snowbowl, but did you know you can also go snow tubing in Flagstaff? Flagstaff Snow Park offers multiple lanes, so there’s plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the snow in Arizona. Dubbed Arizona’s winter wonderland, this gigantic snow park in Flagstaff is one of the greatest ways to spend a snow day with friends or family....

The Beehive State is the best – and we can prove it. Utah is number one at so many wonderful things. We have the best business opportunities, some of the nation’s best drivers (really!) and clearly, the best snow. But in some areas, Utah is a little… lackluster, which means that, whether you want to realize it or not, there are some bad things about Utah. And while we hate to harp on it, we thought we should provide some evidence, so here are 10 bad things about living in Utah that you would probably rather not know....

Over half a century ago, New Jersey was at the heart of the Allied fight in World War II. While the war never came to the US mainland, the coastal cities were heavily involved. Warships and supply ships sailed from our ports, and German U-Boats prowled the Atlantic, looking to sink the ships down to the bottom of the sea. It was a tense time, and after one shocking incident, it was decided better defenses were needed....

Alabama is home to such a variety of specialty shops, including several that sell beautiful yarns. One yarn shop in particular is The Taming of the Ewe Yarn & Tea Boutique, which is simply known as The Taming of the Ewe to the locals. To learn all about this yearn shop in Alabama, take a look below. The Taming of the Ewe is a local yarn shop in historic downtown Gadsden, Alabama....

We think that Tennessee is one of the coolest states in the entire US of A. As we dive into these fun facts about Tennessee, we think you will find a deeper appreciation for our state, too. Some of these trivia tidbits might sound totally crazy — but they’re all true! We have the world’s largest collection of salt and pepper shakers. Jessica Winner/ Google There are some things you just didn’t think you needed over 20,000 pairs of, but yet here we are....

The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News is an extraordinary day trip destination for the whole family. Not only does this landmark offer educational exhibits of species native to Virginia, but it also features a science center, aviary, and botanical preserve. And that’s not all! Venture into the woods adjacent to the museum, and you’ll discover what can only be described as a dinosaur walk in Virginia. As you make your way along the path, you’ll encounter all kinds of dinos....