If you’re headed in to see the most famous national park in Alaska, this home in Denali National Park is the perfect place to make your day camp. Located right outside the park, this is a wonderful place to come home to each day after your adventures. With all the luxuries you need to have a stellar time, you’ll want this spot to be at the top of your summer bucket list....
The Ledges Trail is undoubtedly one of the most stunning parts of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. That’s high praise indeed, as the beloved area has over 32,000 acres of pristine rural landscape. The trail’s focal point and namesake are the Ritchie Ledges, archaeological remnants of a time long ago when the area was a swamp. The Ledges Trail is about two miles long and is part of a series of trails in the Virginia Kendall Park region of the valley....
New Jersey has a plethora of hiking options: gorgeous beach walks, grueling uphill mountain climbs, steady forest hikes, and more. That’s good news for the people of New Jersey because hiking is an incredibly fun activity that lets you get outside and enjoy the fresh air and beauty of nature. Of course, sometimes age or ability limits the hike options — or maybe you just aren’t in the mood for something strenuous....
Midwesterners with a craving for boba, or “bubble” tea don’t always have a ton of local options. Luckily for Omaha natives, Thirst-Tea Café has you covered with locations in Midtown Crossing and at 76th & Dodge. This popular café has been open since 2014 and offers over 70 varieties of tea, and you can add boba to any of them. Boba are tiny balls of squishy tapioca that settle at the bottom of your cup of tea....
When the cooler weather comes, that means it’s time to spend your weekend picking pumpkins and enjoying the great outdoors. This year, make sure you carve out some time to visit DixieMaze Farms, a fun-for-the-whole-family farm with attractions galore. Let’s check it out! DixieMaze Farms officially opens for the fall season on September 25, 2021, and you won’t want to miss it. Google Maps You can find them at 9596 Sentell Road, Shreveport, LA 71107....
When it comes to foodie culture, Southern California has always been an exciting destination to visit. Even if you’re not a foodie, there’s one mouthwatering sandwich that originated right here in SoCal (or so the story goes) that everyone can appreciate. Take a look at this iconic restaurant established in the early 1900s that is responsible for creating one of the tastiest sandwiches on earth. Since 1908, Philippe The Original has been a mainstay in Southern California serving up a classic sandwich that can be found on almost every menu across the country....
Let’s be honest, there are endless natural wonders in Wisconsin to explore all year long. But autumn in Wisconsin? We shine. Who hasn’t fallen in love with our trees during this fantastic season? If you’re wondering where to see fall colors in Wisconsin, embark on this wonderful road trip. Let’s indulge and explore the best fall foliage in Wisconsin. Here’s a direct link our map of the Wisconsin fall foliage road trip....
Illinois is no stranger to the paranormal. There are plenty of restaurants, cemeteries, houses, hotels, and other landmarks that are haunted around the state. If you happen to find yourself traveling the Great River Road, you may want to stop in the town of Grafton along the way and spend the night. While the historic Ruebel Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers to stay, be warned that it is reportedly haunted....
With winter almost behind us, it’s hard not to look forward to spring. But anything can happen at this time of year in Minnesota, including a cold snap or a heavy snowfall. That’s why it’s still important to have some indoor activities available throughout the year. One favorite of many is visiting an indoor water park. There are some great ones all across Minnesota, including what might be the state’s biggest indoor water park at Great Wolf Lodge....
Carnivals are some of the most nostalgic places in existence, the sight of the Ferris wheel spinning round and round evoking memories of simpler times. One of the biggest carnivals of all, the Arizona State Fair, will return this fall after being postponed last year, and we couldn’t be more excited. It’s far and away the largest festival in the state, with rides and games galore, delicious food, and tons of other fun activities for the whole family....
Video games are an age-old childhood pastime, and one Texas arcade lets you relive the good old days to your heart’s content. The Game Preserve in Webster has all of its games set to “free play,” which means you can play all day long for a small admission fee. Tucked away in an unassuming Webster strip mall, The Game Preserve is a portal back to the 80s. Google/The Game Preserve NASA It’s a classic arcade that boasts the old-school games we all grew up playing, in a family-friendly environment, to boot....
A creamy, dreamy orange delight, the Orange Julius has been an American classic drink since the late 1920s. Did you know it was invented right in Los Angeles? That’s right, it all started at an orange juice stand with a man named Julius Freed – and as they say, the rest is history! Today, we know the Orange Julius as a popular smoothie chain that’s owned by Dairy Queen. You can typically find both together at a joint stand or storefront, and the iconic orange sign makes it easy to recognize, even from far away....
Do you love wine? Do you love drinking wine with friends? If so, you should think about booking a shuttle that will take you to your choice of four to six wineries along the Southern Illinois Wine Trail and Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! This is a great way to discover new wineries while having a designated driver. Winery Tours of Southern Illinois provides a private shuttle for you and your group so you can enjoy hopping from vineyard to vineyard....
If you were to ask someone what they think about when they think of “natural beauty,” or perhaps “bucket list items in nature,” a lot of them would probably answer “waterfalls!” at least once. Well, luckily for us in the Hoosier State, we don’t have to go far from any place to find those – we’ve got plenty peppered throughout the land we call home. Here are some of the absolute favorites – these are the most popular waterfalls in Indiana, in no particular order (okay, except maybe for #1; that one definitely belongs there)....
Sometimes visiting conventional tourist spots can get predictable. You have a general idea of what to anticipate during your visit; the sights you will see, what to expect at the visitor’s center and gift shop, and other typical tourist attractions. If you’re looking to visit someplace a little out of the ordinary (or, in some cases, outright strange), you will want to check out our list of suggestions for some of the most unusual spots in Arizona....
Although most all of Southern California’s public spaces are off-limits at this time, there is comfort in knowing that these splendid destinations will always be here for us when our daily routines return to normal. Picturesque lakeside settings, majestic mountain ranges, and hidden desert oases are all part of what makes this part of the country one of the most beautiful places on earth. Here are 9 of our favorite spots we can’t wait to return to in the very near future....
If you have an eye for fantasy and a heart for the magic of everyday life, then the newly minted Ancient Lore Village in east Tennessee may just be the place for you. It’s an event space with a focus on design with a little bit of quirk, and the fantasy-inspired layout is truly something that looks straight from a movie. From luxury weddings to business retreats, Ancient Lore Village was created with you in mind....
Nothing beats truly authentic Mexican cuisine, but it’s not always easy to find. What started in a one-room, self-standing kitchen eventually grew into one of the most authentic Mexican restaurants in Ohio. Casa Rodriguez in Celina is a true hidden gem in the Ohio restaurant scene. The next time you’re craving some delicious Mexican food, this is the place to visit. Since 1981, the Rodriguez family has been serving up some of the best and most authentic Mexican food in all of Ohio....
We’re so excited for the forested edge of Tennessee to turn all sorts of orange and yellow and brown, and we can’t wait to experience the sudden beauty of the west side of the state as the farmlands change color. We decided to scour the east side of the state for a road trip – a ten hour road trip – that will infuse your life with the beautiful edge of autumn it needs....
There are many experiential bars in the city of Nashville, whether you’re bar hopping across east Nashville or sipping champagne in the Gulch. Cross-Eyed Critters Watering Hole can be found in Nashville’s Midtown neighborhood, and we’d recommend a visit for its fabulous aesthetic, nostalgia-inspired bar menu, and one of the quirkiest bar elements we’ve ever seen, Tennessee or no. Learn more about it below! Graduate Nashville - GoogleMaps The Graduate in Nashville, Tennessee is a boutique hotel experience located in the heart of the city’s Midtown neighborhood....
