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Sometimes you just find yourself itching to go out and go shopping. There’s a particular pleasure that comes with treating yourself, especially when you know you’re getting a deal. Thrift stores are a perfect way to indulge in the bliss of spontaneous shopping, as they often offer incredible deals and feature unique finds that you won’t obtain anywhere else. Clevelanders have many options when it comes to thrift shopping—so many options, in fact, that you could make these shops into a road trip to take time and time again....

PA’s just full of surprises. If you’ve ever explored any of its state parts, you can attest to that, right? Ricketts Glen State Park, for example, boasts a stunning 22 waterfalls. Leonard Harrison State Park promises sweeping views of Pine Creek Gorge. And this Pennsylvania park beckons visitors with its singing rocks. Pack everything you need for a day at the park - sturdy hiking boots or shoes; fresh water; a camera, and a hammer....

It’s almost beach-going weather again in South Carolina so it’s a great time to start planning some day trips to visit the best beaches in the state. But what (and where?) are they? TripAdvisor users have them ranked in order of favorites first. Check it out below! Where will you head to first this year? Coligny Beach - Hilton Head TripAdvisor/joseph c This beachside park at Hilton Head has it all....

Nothing beats a walk along the beach when you feel like some quiet time in nature. We’re sure you have your personal spots for soaking up Northern California’s coastal beauty, but this beach boardwalk trail is bound to become one of your favorites. Located in the heart of Pacific Grove, this easygoing trail is filled with beauty from beginning to end! Located in Pacific Grove, Asilomar is a beautiful state beach that’s popular for tourists and locals alike....

Most of us can agree that Maine has some of the most scenic spots to enjoy nature. Many are found off-the-beaten-path, secreted along the coast where only the most intrepid can find them. We love that the state offers so much adventure, but we don’t love the idea that finding beauty here requires effort. Instead, we like to find scenic spots that are accessible to many. This park has some of the best views in the state and it’s can be found right in Portland....

The Centennial State may just have the most beautiful skies in the world, thanks to such beauty as sunsets over the mountains and starry nights along the Plains (and other places with little light pollution). If you, too, enjoy our beautiful skies, be sure to look up later this month when a Colorado meteor shower may bring an upward of 100 meteors per hour to the state: Keep your eyes to the skies from April 15th through the 25th, 2021, as EarthSky Communications (which offers “Updates on your cosmos and world”) foresees a Lyrid meteor shower in Colorado’s future, with its peak taking place between moonset and dawn of April 22nd....

You will have days when all you want to do spend time outdoors, be active, and view incredible scenery. However, on the days you’re feeling less motivated, we have the perfect hike for you. The Trial Lake Trail, located near Kamas, is an excellent trail for hikers of all ages and skill levels. This hiking trail is short, sweet, and fairly flat, and ends in Utah’s resplendent Trial Lake. The Trial Lake Trail is a 1....

Little girls may be made of sugar and spice, but great eateries are made of cream and sugar. That’s at least the case in Iuka, which is home to the Cream and Sugar Café. Sure to hit the (sweet) spot, the charming, old-fashioned café serves up home-cooked classics in a historic building. Since the opening of Cream and Sugar Café in Iuka, a unique terrain is no longer the only reason to visit the foothills of the Appalachians....

You can’t possibly believe you’ve seen and done it all in North Carolina until you’ve walked through Humpback Mountain by way of an ancient cavern with wondrous secrets waiting to be explored. That very cavern also happens to be the only open-to-the-public cavern in the Tar Heel State. And as a bonus, it’s located very near to the Blue Ridge Parkway and a number of other attractions like Linville Falls and Grandfather Mountain’s Mile High Swinging Bridge so you can make a day trip of visiting more than one must-see spot in North Carolina....

The area surrounding two of Utah’s renowned ski resorts takes on a much different look in the summer. In the absence of snow, blooming wildflowers create a spectacular setting in the Albion Basin of Little Cottonwood Canyon. The cooler temperatures at an elevation of 9,500 feet, above the Snowbird and Alta resorts in Little Cottonwood Canyon, make the Albion Basin especially inviting in July and August. Multiple trails draw hikers to the area, but imagine this: The wildflowers are visible even from the parking lot....

New Jersey has been inhabited by people for a long, long time. Not only have there been Native Americans in the area for centuries, but it was one of the original 13 colonies. There are bars, restaurants, graveyards, and museums that have been around for hundreds of years in the state. All that history makes it a prime place to spot a ghost! Here are the places to try to see a ghost in the state....

Okay, so, let’s face it – sometimes, we break the law entirely by accident. Whether it’s a minor mistake in traffic or some other meager infraction, we’re usually hit with a twang of guilt before moving on with our lives. But, if we’re being honest here, there’s some pretty weird stuff on the books in the Hoosier state; you know, stuff you might not even know you’re not supposed to do....

If you’re a lifelong Ohioan, chances are you feel as if you’ve explored all there is to explore. However, there are so many hidden gems in Ohio that even lifelong Buckeye State natives don’t even know about! The following are 11 hidden gems in Ohio that make for some absolutely amazing adventures. We’re pretty sure there’s at least a few under-the-radar places on this list that might surprise you! Ravenwood Castle (New Plymouth) ravenwoodcastle....

There are hundreds of restaurants to choose from all over Minnesota. Many of the most popular are in the Twin Cities. But there are plenty of other great restaurants in Greater Minnesota. These spots may often be overlooked, but their small-town charm makes them truly special. One visit to these hometown restaurants, and you’ll be longing for the good old days. Red’s Cafe & Catering - Montrose Red’s Cafe & Catering/Facebook...

So much of Kentucky is light, bright, beautiful, and peaceful. But there are also plenty of things and places in the Bluegrass State that will make your heart race thanks to a creepy tale or experience. These dangerous and terrifying things in Kentucky involve a spooky past, ghost stories, or even adrenaline-pumping excitement. If danger is your middle name, this list of 7 places throughout the state may just be right up your alley....

All of Arizona’s state and national parks deserve a spot on your bucket list, but some don’t get nearly the amount of attention they deserve. The following are seven of the most underrated nature spots in the Grand Canyon State, each one offering endless adventure. Saguaro National Park (Tucson) Flickr/John Fowler Split into two sections on either side of Tucson, Saguaro National Park spans over 90,000 acres in total. It’s the native habitat of the giant saguaro cactus, which has become symbolic of the American West....

There are some hikes in Idaho that will take you to the most beautiful views. However, there are also a handful of hikes in the Gem State that will take you to breathtaking scenery, fascinating ruins, and a place with a rich history. The Adelmann Mine trail is one of these captivating hikes in the Gem State. This 4.7-mile hike will lead you over climbs of various sizes and will take you to an old mine that dates back to the early 1900s....

Camping is a popular pastime for Oregonians. Our diverse scenery and abundance of state and national parks make for extraordinary camping. But there’s one campsite along the Oregon Coast that offers perhaps the most unique camping experience in the state. At Fort Stevens State Park in Oregon, adventure-seekers can set up camp near an abandoned ghost ship on the beach. A truly only-in-Oregon experience, take your camping game to the next level at this hauntingly beautiful state park....

If there is a person’s name in the title of a restaurant, you already know it’s going to be tasty. Not just everyone will put their name all over a restaurant, especially if the food isn’t worth coming back for. But owner Regina Brueshaber from Gina Belle’s Restaurant in Georgia knows exactly what she’s doing. Locals love this Danielsville restaurant for its home-cooking, from-scratch cakes, and community-centered atmosphere. Come see for yourself why Gina Belle’s is such a beloved place to eat....

Dr. Seuss is the epitome of childhood imagination, and some of his most iconic novels are coming to life this summer right here in Texas. The George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston will play host to the Dr. Seuss Experience, an immersive art installation that takes you into the whimsical world of the famous children’s book author. Take a look: From May 15 until August 15, you can enter the whimsical world of Dr....