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Aside from the parties, food, and spending time with loved ones, one of my favorite parts of Christmas in Arizona is seeing all the decorations spread around town. Boughs, ribbons, twinkling lights, and a host of other decorations make our towns and cities look so festive during this chilly weather! Here are a few main street and downtown displays that really elevate the holiday charm this time of year. Bisbee Bisbee Chamber of Commerce/Facebook Bisbee is already a charming town, so add some colorful string lights and chilly weather to the old buildings and you have one beautiful street!...

Are you looking for hard-to-find specialty ingredients or need a unique gift for that special someone? Don’t opt for generic online ordering; instead, support a local business that brings a variety of worldly products to the Centennial State via this exciting international market in Colorado. Welcome to the one-of-a-kind Sheger International Market! Google Street View Tucked away in Denver, the Sheger International Market is a store specializing in domestic and exotic products via a welcoming staff and low-key atmosphere....

Going through some tough times? We’ve got the perfect remedy: a visit to one of the best parks in Mississippi. No, we’re not talking about Tishomingo State Park or Clark Creek Natural Area. We’re talking about Percy Quin State Park. With a beautiful setting and a wealth of outdoor activities, it’s a prime spot to escape your worries. Boasting a gorgeous setting centered around a lake, Percy Quin State Park is an outstanding oasis for outdoor enthusiasts....

There are so many great small towns in Kansas that are worth a visit. If your New Year’s resolution is to head out and explore the Sunflower State, we’ve got just the mission for you! How about adventuring to a new small town each month? We’ve gathered up a few of our favorites and scheduled them out throughout the year for you: January: Mission HIlls Americasroof/Wikimedia Commons Mission Hills is a suburb of Kansas City that’s one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the United States....

Some of the best restaurants in Rhode Island fly under the radar, securing their spot as a hidden gem until word gets out about just how good they are. If you’ve already heard of this traditional Italian restaurant in Rhode Island, you probably already make it a point to stop for a hearty meal any time you pass through Middletown. However, if you’ve not been here yet, you’re about to uncover a Rhode Island gem....

Baby, it’s cold outside… and it’s only getting colder. And as lovely as all those walk-through Christmas lights displays in Washington are, doesn’t a drive-thru version sound better? If so, just head to Spanaway Park during the holiday season for the annual Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park event. Children and kids at heart alike always enjoy this dazzling display of drive-thru Christmas lights in Washington. So save the date and don’t forget to bring your camera!...

Every day is the perfect day to enjoy two of life’s greatest pleasures: a good book and a hot drink from a local cafe. Bay Books and Bay Books Cafe in Southern California is a paradise for both book lovers and cafe attendees alike. Here’s what awaits inside this charming SoCal bookstore: Independently owned, Bay Books has proudly served Coronado and San Diego County for over 20 years. Bay Books boasts a wide selection of books, from buzzing new releases to timeless classics....

It’s almost hard to believe that creatures as massive as dinosaurs once roamed the earth. But fossil evidence left behind is clear that they did. If you’ve ever dreamt of traveling back in time millions of years to experience what it was like when dinosaurs roamed our planet, the Jurassic World Live Tour is as close to making it a reality as it gets. Coming to two different locations in Massachusetts — Boston and Worcester — this is one event that you and your family won’t want to miss....

Chasing waterfalls just might be the perfect way to spend a day, whether it’s a snowy winter morning or a balmy summer afternoon. This waterfall-themed day trip in Rhode Island showcases the natural beauty of several local waterfalls before you head to a darling restaurant that dishes up incredible food. If you’ve got a free day, pile the whole family into the car, and hit the road! Slip on a pair of comfy walking shoes or bring your bike along for a journey along the nearly seven-mile Blackstone River Bikeway Trail that will lead you past two beautiful cascades....

If you’re looking to check all the winter fun boxes in a single trip, make your way to the Minnesota winter playground of Biwabik. There, you’ll find all the wintertime adventure you can handle. Located on the Iron Range, the small town of Biwabik - the name of which is derived from the Ojibwe language - was designed with a nod to the Bavarian Alps. If479/TripAdvisor And like its German inspiration, Biwabik offers its visitors plenty of opportunity for winter fun....

Southern California has no shortage of fun, unique, and interesting things to see and do, but some of our favorites are places you may not even know exist. So, this year, why not think off the beaten path and make it a goal to visit these hidden gems in Southern California? January: Painted Cave - Santa Barbara, CA Tom Llewellyn/Google Local The Painted Cave is a small but fascinating piece of Chumash history found just off Highway 154 in Santa Barbara....

The gold rush in Georgia was a huge piece of history that we are proud to have written in the books. There are still glimpses of this history when Georgians visit small towns like Dahlonega and other abandoned mines in Georgia. However, there is one hike in Georgia that will take you through a beautiful mountain preserve, which was once the site of abundant gold mining prospects back in the 1800s....

It’s time for another Only In Delaware Road Trip – and this time, we’re going to see the BEST Christmas Light displays in Delaware! Starting up north in Wilmington, heading down through Bear, Townsend, Odessa, and finishing up with an amazing display at the beach, it really doesn’t get any better than this road trip to see some of the best Christmas lights in Delaware. The final display in Rehoboth Beach is dedicated to helping all local Children celebrate the holidays, so no matter what, don’t skip that last stop!...

On the southern Gulf side of Florida, there is a historic park that remains much of a hidden gem to many. The Koreshan State Park and Historic Site is a marvel of nature with a most fascinating history to boot. Not only are the oak-lined walkways and pockets of nature breathtaking, but the historic buildings and stories behind the settlement seem like they’re right out of a novel. Come see why Koreshan State Park in Florida is a beloved gem worthy of your next adventure....

There’s an old mining town in far southwest Wisconsin where visitors can dig up some new surprises. Delicious dining, charming shops, and fascinating attractions can all be found in the city of Platteville. If you’re looking for a getaway to a classic and unique Wisconsin town, Platteville is an ideal Wisconsin day trip. Here’s what’s waiting for you in Platteville. Platteville was settled in the 1820s as a lead mining town....

Did you know there are more hot springs in Idaho than any other state in the country? The geologic wonders of our state are simply incredible, which makes the Gem State the perfect place to kick back and soak! And really, there’s no better way to relax in nature than at a healing hot spring, especially when the weather cools down. But Idaho also has something a little extra thrown in that will make all of your dreams come true: an “official” cross-country hot springs trail that will take road-tripping to a whole new level....

What is it about abandoned sites that make them so intriguing? In my opinion, it all has to do with mystery. The mind can’t help but try to fill in what has been eroded away from some of these still-beautiful sites. Whether you come across them by accident or see footage of them through the media, there’s no question that some of these places can nearly stop you in your tracks....

Sometimes a simple outdoor holiday experience can be especially rewarding. Every winter in Germantown, a community park is transformed by residents into a holiday wonderland. Decorated Christmas trees line the park’s walkways, providing a festive place for a stroll with someone special. Here’s why The Tannenbaum Trail is one of Wisconsin’s prettiest holiday walks. Germantown is a village in Washington County with about 20,000 people. It was settled by German immigrants in the 1840s, making it the oldest community in the county....

We all need a bit of whimsy in our lives every now and then, don’t we? That’s what you’ll find when you visit this hidden gem attraction in Rhode Island that’s been delighting visitors from near and far for decades. However, it’s one of those one-of-a-kind places that you really have to experience to appreciate. Chances are you’ve heard of The Fantastic Umbrella Factory in Charlestown. Perhaps you’ve even visited this hidden gem in Rhode Island....

Winter in Iowa is always pretty brutal, but we get by with the occasional warm day and gorgeous snowfall that turns our favorite towns into winter wonderlands. One year, though, winter was far from a wonderland. Do you remember the incredibly cold winter of 1978-1979? How about the Iowa blizzard of 1978? That year, an arctic freeze in Iowa brought about what felt like the longest winter of all time....