We know what we like to hear about our state, about the place we dwell, the place we let our children call home, however, nothing is all sunshine and rainbows. There is an underbelly to everything. A place where the darkness lives; a place where the sunshine never reaches. This is the place that births the strange, unusual, and sometimes…sometimes the most terrifying stories you will ever hear or the ones you never want to hear....
Alabama is home to many types of restaurants where you’ll be served some of the most delicious down home cooking. One of these restaurants is Sarris Cafe. To learn all about Sarris Cafe, which is known for serving some of the best home-cooked food in Alabama, take a look below. Sarris Cafe is a cafeteria-style restaurant that’s located in Pelham, Alabama. google/Ddesan Since opening for business in 2004, this family-owned and operated restaurant has been serving some of the most delicious home-cooked food around....
Whether you’re road-tripping through Western Wyoming to experience the picturesque magic of Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park, and Yellowstone, or heading east to enjoy the sights of Casper, Cheyenne, and the geological wonders of the Cowboy State’s quiet expanses, Wyoming is a fantastic place to visit year-round. Fortunately, there are some incredible places to stay in Wyoming that will give you a front row seat to all of the state’s most spectacular sights!...
Remember the days of visiting an old-fashioned arcade and spending your allowance on saving Princess Peach or perfecting your pinball wizard skills? Take a trip back to the 1980s and experience your nostalgic childhood memories all over again at a vintage arcade in Bay City, Michigan. Crazy Quarters Arcade is located in historic downtown Bay City, Michigan. Bay Area Chamber of Commerce/Facebook The business was started by three game collectors who turned their passion for arcade preservation into a thriving business....
Did you ever wonder while watching the Jurassic movies what it would be like to encounter a dinosaur in person? On the one hand, it would be amazing if it was a calm, sweet-natured dinosaur like a brontosaurus, for example. Did you know its fossil was first discovered in western North America? Can you imagine finding fossils in South Carolina from a dinosaur?! While that may seem like an out-of-reach experience, you can attend a Jurassic World Live Tour in South Carolina!...
The biggest challenge when visiting a Japanese restaurant is often picking what to eat! These restaurants often have massive menus of sushi, rolls, tempura, teriyaki, hibachi, and more – and you’ll probably want to try them all! Well, at one restaurant in Cedar Rapids, you can! Izumi Sushi & Hibachi is one of the first restaurants to offer all-you-can-eat sushi in Iowa, along with a full menu of kitchen entrees and appetizers....
Have you been mountain biking in Arkansas? Even if you have, you’ve never experienced anything quite like this. Glow (see what we did there?) on the ultimate nighttime adventure with a bike ride along Leopards Loop Glow Trail! Embedded with glow-in-the-dark pebbles throughout, it provides a magical setting for an exhilarating after-dark bike ride. And since the trail is suitable for riders of all ages, it’s the perfect destination for a family adventure....
Have you ever gone paddling in Maryland? There are so many bodies of water in the Old Line State that are great for kayaking and canoeing, some more well-known than others. The following Maryland creek is one of those hidden spots that most people don’t know about, yet it’s one of the most gorgeous places for paddling in the state. You’ll immediately feel immersed in nature, surrounded by bald cypress trees, the sweet sounds of birds, and more....
We love a good playground. From a Wizard of Oz-themed playground to a playground filled with magical trolls and more, Maryland is filled with imaginative places to play. But, what about when it rains? Or when it’s too chilly to climb outdoors? Or when it’s deep into summertime and heat wave warnings are rampant? Or when you simply don’t feel like swatting at bees while the kids play? That’s when an indoor playground in Maryland has you covered....
Did you know that there are 24 amazing state parks in Indiana? It’s true! Each is special and significant in its own way; some are historically significant, some are culturally significant, and others are particularly beautiful on the nature front (and some are all of the above). Everyone knows the big ones; there are Turkey Run State Park, McCormick’s Creek State Park, and Clifty Falls State Park, for example. But then, there are the parks few folks tend to even realize exist....
A special vacation rental in northern Wisconsin will take your next getaway to new heights. The MetalLark Tower in Federic is a gorgeous getaway cabin that will remind you nothing of the simple pioneer structures that once dotted the forests here. It’s an incredible little building that will connect you with nature, while offering the amenities of a modern hotel. Here’s why you need to make plans to stay at the MetalLark Tower....
New Jersey is a small state with lots to discover. There are so many places that we all enjoy, from our most popular attractions to top-rated restaurants. There are also incredible places that fly under the radar and deserve just as much attention. Some of these spots are more popular than others, but they are all wonderful hidden gems in New Jersey that can’t be missed. Green Sergeant’s Covered Bridge, Stockton Flickr/Daniel D’Auria...
With more than 40 individual businesses representing 20-plus different cultures, Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis is easily the largest international market in Minnesota. Midtown Global Market spans the first floor of the former Sears Building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Midtown Global Market/Facebook The building, one of the earliest and biggest built by the Sears company, was designed so trains could roll through the structure to deliver merchandise. Today, instead of trains, more than 1....
Would you like to escape the modern hustle and bustle of everyday life and return to a simpler time? Then you’ll love this vintage 1950s-themed Vrbo in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The property is located right on Main Street and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time staying the night at this retro dream home. Frankenmuth is known as The Great Lake State’s “Little Bavaria” for its German history and Bavarian architecture....
Louisiana is well known for its flat, swampy wetlands, but if you want to see a completely different side of Louisiana, head to the central portion of the state. The Kisatchie National Forest is Louisiana’s only National Forest, and it’s a beauty. The 600,000-acre forest sprawls across multiple parishes and boasts hundreds of primitive trails that would take a lifetime to traverse. One of the best introductions to this hidden gem is to take the Longleaf Trail Scenic Byway, a short, sweet, and scenic byway in Louisiana that’ll give you a taste of the Kisatchie....
Visitors and residents of California have their go-to weekend destinations and getaways. But there are so many unexplored attractions in California that do not get tons of visitors. You know that famous expression, “Variety’s the spice of life”? Try visiting somewhere new! Check out our list of the coolest Northern California attractions that not enough people visit: Bobelaine Audubon Sanctuary– Yuba City ejbSF/Flickr This wildlife sanctuary located next to the rural community of Nicolaus in the Sacramento Valley will make you feel as if you’ve transported yourself to another world....
Shepherdstown is the oldest town in West Virginia, dating back to 1730. It is a charming small town located in the lower Shenandoah Valley and 90 minutes from the Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas. Shepherdstown is known for its downtown, home to the historic district, and many shops and restaurants lined along German Street. So, follow along and find out why we think historic Shepherdstown is the best destination in West Virginia for a day trip....
There’s plenty to see and do in New Hampshire. And for history buffs there’s plenty to see, do, and learn. We love the history and the stories that can be learned throughout the state, especially when it comes to covered bridges. My, the covered bridges in New Hampshire truly are on another level in terms of beauty and charm! All of the covered bridges here come with history, but only one can be called the longest in the state....
Do you remember the TV show Gunsmoke? For twenty years, Americans tuned in to see Matt Dillon, Festus, Miss Kitty, and Doc dealing with the trials and tribulations of life in the Wild West in Dodge City, Kansas. The show ran from 1955 to 1975, and was so popular that when CBS tried to cancel it in 1967, public outcry convinced the network to change its mind. Though the show was set in Kansas, much of it was actually filmed right here in Kanab, Utah and the abandoned film set is still standing....
There are many great places in Nevada to call home. Per Neighborhood Scout, the towns listed below have the least amount of crime overall and are considered to be the safest places to live in Nevada. Here are ten of the most peaceful places in Nevada to call home! Check it out: Dyer, NV (Population: Approx. 300) Famartin/Wikimedia Dyer is a small unincorporated community in Fish Lake Valley of Esmeralda County....
