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Arizona is not only home to some of the darkest skies in the nation, but the largest collection of optical telescopes on earth, as well. You’ll find them at Kitt Peak National Observatory near Tucson, an incredible, bucket list-worthy place. Please note, Kitt Peak National Observatory is temporarily closed. Located atop the Quinlan Mountains on the Tohono O’odham Nation, Kitt Peak National Observatory boasts the largest collection of optical telescopes on Earth....

Okay, pizza lovers, this one’s for you. Oklahoma is home to tons of amazing pizza joints. There is a new pizza place located in Tulsa that is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the best. Pizza 313 in south Tulsa boasts “Detroit-style” pizza which may be less famous than Chicago or New York-style but it is nonetheless incredible. Traditional Detroit-style pizza is square in shape. It features a thick, airy crust that’s similar to Sicilian pizza....

When you visit Farm Sanctuary, you will leave behind a piece of your heart. Cows, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, and even turkeys, often having survived abuse, are living out the rest of their days in comfort at Farm Sanctuary in California. Take a tour of the sanctuary, and learn more about the ongoing efforts to improve the lives of farm animals. Farm Sanctuary has two locations, one in Acton, California, and one in Watkins Glen, New York....

There’s a little slice of Highway 3049 in Louisiana that transforms into quite the scenic byway when thousands of sunflowers bloom every summer. Gas up the car and don’t forget your camera, because you’re not doing to want to let the season pass you by without checking out the Sunflower Trail Festival in Gilliam. Gilliam is a tiny village just outside of Shreveport that transforms into quite a cheerful scene every summer....

High adventure awaits at the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster in Banner Elk. North Carolina’s only alpine or mountain coaster opened in 2020 amid pandemic conditions that seriously limited the number of rides available each day. But this summer getting tickets has been much easier. So load up the car and take a little road trip over to beautiful Banner Elk and take a ride through North Carolina on this fun alpine coaster!...

If you’re looking for the ultimate northern Indiana road trip to kill some time, look no further! Northern Indiana is filled to the brim with amazing sights, thought-provoking museums, excellent shopping, beautiful beaches, and so much more. We feel like you’ll need at least two days to check out some of our very favorite things that northern Indiana has to offer, so hop in the car and get ready to explore!...

For the best brownies in Iowa, head straight for a cupcake shop. Don’t let the name sway you – Molly’s Cupcakes in Iowa City actually makes brownies that might be better than their famous namesake product. A national listing actually picked them as the best brownie shop in Iowa and after trying them, you’ll likely be inclined to agree Read on to see why the cupcakes in this little shop are the best in the Hawkeye State....

Just because we’re in Ohio, doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy a good, old-fashioned beach day! Just because the Buckeye State isn’t situated along any ocean shores, that doesn’t mean you can’t have the ultimate beach day in Ohio. Lake Erie is our own special sort of ocean here, and the north coast sights are highly underrated. This summer, take a day to enjoy some of the best coastal sights, restaurants, and beaches....

Ready for an unforgettable bike ride? Then you won’t be disappointed with a visit to the Clear Creek Trail. One of the best bike trails in the state, it boasts switchbacks, rolling hills, and a few obstacles. And since it’s made up of three sections – beginner, intermediate, and expert – it’s suitable for bikers of varying abilities. Dubbed one of the “best biking trails in north Mississippi,” the Clear Creek Trail is located near Oxford....

Good fried chicken – as good as Grandma makes – has achieved legendary status in America. Not all of us have a friend or family member that can fry us up a big plate of chicken whenever we come for a visit, though. But here’s one thing we do all have, at least those of us with access to Morgantown, West Virginia: fried chicken from the Dirty Bird. The Dirty Bird has made a nest for itself in the corner of a tall old brick building on High Street in Morgantown....

There are so many ways to enjoy Oregon’s fall foliage. You can take a hike to surround yourself with the beautiful colors of autumn, or walk across a bridge to get a glimpse at some stunning scenery. You can even dine in a historic lodge with a famous waterfall, and see autumn leaves from the floor-to-ceiling windows inside. There’s another often-overlooked fall foliage activity that we highly recommend: seeking out Oregon’s beautiful covered bridges....

Alabama is no stranger to natural beauty. From pristine waterfalls to lovely preserves and majestic mountains to incredible caves, there are many types of natural wonders here in our beautiful state, and there’s no better way to experience these wonders than by taking a road trip, right? Below, we’ve mapped out a super-outstanding road trip that features some of Alabama’s most amazing wonders of nature. The total mileage of this road trip is 512 miles, with an estimated driving time of 9 hours and 47 minutes, depending on if you stop and for how long....

The rolling hills of Delaware’s chateau country are well known for their scenery, but we think fall in all of Delaware is the most beautiful time of year. Experience the best fall foliage in Delaware on this lovely road trip. See the First State’s best autumn scenery and some of the best fall colors in Delaware. The route is below. Who’s ready for an adventure? Follow our guide to the best fall foliage in Delaware....

Visiting other worlds has always been a fascinating concept in science fiction, especially when these imagined places look so bizarre. We still may be pretty far from being able to visit whatever alien planets exist within and outside our galaxy but you don’t have to travel far to find a place that feels otherworldly. This underground cave hike in New Mexico will do exactly that: One of our favorite places to check out such a world is at El Malpais National Monument, located about 35 minutes from Grants....

Nestled in the heart of Clarkesville, Georgia is an automotive museum with over 100 years of history. Located in the Old Clarkesville Mill, Miles Through Time Automotive Museum hosts memorabilia, art, historical exhibits, and automobiles that you won’t find anywhere else. But what’s even cooler, is the fact that, unlike other museums who have the same ol’ displays year after year, Miles Through Time changes their exhibits. This means you can visit again and again and always see something new!...

Are you the kind of person who looks forward to spring flowers in Indiana? If so, you’re in luck! There are lots of places you can go to enjoy it, but one of our favorite spots is probably Wellfield Botanic Gardens, a literal “living museum” that you can roam around and really appreciate the beauty of spring blooms. Wellfield Botanic Gardens is a large, non-profit garden that ebbs and flows throughout the year....

Is there anything better than fall in Connecticut? Of course we love summer, with water park wonderlands, swimming holes galore, and lakeside beaches. But the crisp autumn air and stunning fall foliage in Connecticut make for a scene that is incomparable. The autumnal changing of the leaves in Connecticut is a big deal. Are you a seasoned (pun intended) leaf peeper or just starting out? Either way, predictive maps can be a great tool in helping you plan that perfect fall foliage road trip in Connecticut....

There’s no better time than autumn to take a day trip in Nebraska. There are so many sweet little towns that are just waiting to be explored, each with its own personality and atmosphere. This one in western Nebraska is the perfect place to spend a cool autumn day. Crawford, in Dawes County in northwest Nebraska, has a population of just under 1000. flickr/J. Stephen Conn The little town has retained its Wild West charm and mixed it with good old Nebraska friendliness....

If you’re always looking for a unique day trip destination in the Hawkeye State, make plans to head to Shelby County and visit an authentic Danish-American village in Iowa. The town of Elk Horn is one of a kind! Elk Horn is home to the largest Danish settlement in America, and this charming and historic village in Iowa is worth a visit. Flickr / jpellgen Together, with the neighboring village of Kimballton, these Danish villages are home to about 1,000 Iowans, many of whom have roots that trace back to the villages’ founding in the early 1900s....

Are you ready to enjoy a delightfully delicious and fun dining experience unlike any other you may have experienced? Han Restaurant in Hartford is where you want to go to experience an authentic Asian hotpot experience that puts you in charge of the cooking right at your table. The Han Restaurant hotpot experience is one that is deliciously fun and unique. The menu is extensive and there is plenty of food to choose from, so make sure you bring a friend or the family along to enjoy the experience....