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Are you ready to have a vintage treasure hunt where you don’t know what you’ll come across but it might just be exactly what you were looking for? Welcome to Antiques & Beyond in Georgia. This sprawling shop in Atlanta features a ton of unique collectibles, furniture, art, decor, and so much more. Get lost for hours when you shop this adorable Atlanta hidden gem. Antiques & Beyond has been dubbed one of the most visited antique shops in the city....

When we dream of a vacation, we sometimes dream of going somewhere far, far away. Who hasn’t seen “The Sound of Music” and envisioned a trip to the Alps? But of course, the reality is sometimes an international trip just isn’t possible, whether you don’t have the time or the funds or it won’t work with the kids. No matter: There are ways to experience that thrill of travel right here in New Jersey....

Spring just might be extra busy in Pennsylvania this year, especially for the wildlife around us. With the emergence of the Brood X cicadas in Pennsylvania, the state will also likely see an increase in copperheads slithering about. Next time you’re exploring outdoors, don’t be too surprised if you come across a copperhead snacking on cicadas. After a 17-year absence, the brood cicadas have emerged from their underground homes in much of Pennsylvania, including Bucks, Dauphin, and York Counties....

You have heard of (and may have even visited) Bishop Castle, Cano’s Castle, and Cherokee Ranch and Castle, but did you know that the Centennial State is also home to a haunted castle? If you dare, read on as we uncover the dark secrets behind Colorado’s Miramont Castle: Tucked away in historic Manitou Springs, Miramont Castle is a stunning Victorian-inspired masterpiece that spans 14,000 square feet and boasts intricate details both inside and out....

When it comes to comfort food, it can sometimes be a little hard to decide what to eat. A burrito? Some mac & cheese? You’ll never have to make that difficult choice at a Quad Cities restaurant that has a creation that’s simply genius: the Macarrito. Yep, it’s a burrito stuffed with mac & cheese and it’s even better than it sounds. The folks at the Cheesy Cow Mac & Cheesery are really onto something and you simply have to take a bite....

Sometimes the best way to celebrate a special occasion or break free from a mundane rut is to spend a weekend at a luxury hotel. And while Billings isn’t exactly a booming metropolis, it is Montana’s largest city — and it has a lot to offer. In fact, Billings’ Northern Hotel is a fantastic place to stay, and it plays a big role in the local history. Come see why so many people have fallen in love with this place for over a century....

With miles of coastline and plenty of mountains, numerous trails around the state of Massachusetts can lead you to someplace wonderful. Whether it’s a scenic overlook, a waterfall, or a cave you’re searching for, there’s truly a hike for everyone. Within Mount Toby State Forest, visitors can take a hike to a cave found along a section of the famous Robert Frost Trail. This cave is a natural wonder that anyone with a sense of adventure would want to explore....

Ohio’s Franklin Park Conservatory is a wonderful destination in any season. And if you visit during the fall, you’re in for a truly special exhibit. Harvest Blooms can best be described as an immersive autumn experience where visitors are invited to meander through pumpkins, gourds, and stunning fall blooms. It’s the perfect way to celebrate fall, and you’ll want to plan your visit soon! Here’s more on what you can look forward to when you visit Franklin Park Conservatory this time of year....

Are you looking for some good homemade ice cream AND some fun? Since 1983, Jay Gee’s Ice Cream and Fun Center in Massachusetts has provided a venue for entertainment and amusement for countless families. If you’ve been searching for a place to take the kids for a day, consider Jay Gee’s for your next destination. Jay Gee’s Ice Cream and Fun Center is located in Methuen just south of the New Hampshire border....

Nauvoo has a population of just under 1,000 people and with its history, this small city is the perfect place to explore by one of the oldest forms of transportation. A horse-drawn carriage ride is a truly special, even romantic, way to get around. It’s like a step back in time, especially in a historic city like Nauvoo where carriage rides are offered year-round. Nauvoo became an incorporated city in 1840 after it was populated by the Mormons who were led there by Joseph Smith....

The only thing better than a steaming bowl of gooey macaroni and cheese is multiple different bowls of steaming, gooey macaroni and cheese to choose from. The Mac ‘N Cheese Throwdown at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds is (a delicious) annual tradition that supports W.A.G.S. 4 Kids, a local nonprofit. It’s the prefect way to feast on some of the Cleveland area’s best macaroni and cheese and support an important cause....

Food does so much more than just fill us up. Sometimes it even allows us to travel to all corners of the world, without ever leaving our state borders. One evening we can travel to France, another to England. Whether you’re a long-time fan of authentic German cuisine or you want to try it for the first time, dig in to a hearty meal at Otto’s Brauhaus in Pennsylvania. Take your tastebuds on a journey over the Atlantic Ocean when you visit Otto’s Brauhaus in Horsham....

Ahoy, Georgians! If you’re searching the seas for a soul-satisfying seafood restaurant we have the perfect place to climb aboard. Oyster Bay Seafood Cafe in Georgia has been serving the Lawrenceville community Florida-style seafood since 2009. Family-owned and operated, this cafe even was declared the #1 seafood spot in Atlanta by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2018! Get ready to chow down in this historic downtown area of Lawrenceville for a meal you’ll remember....

When you first call to mind a roller coaster, you’re probably going to think of large amusement parks and cotton candy stands and massive crowds waiting under a heated summer sky. In Pigeon Forge, however, the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster is one of the best small-town experiences in all of Tennessee! Sure, it may look a little kitschy from the outside, but once you find out this coaster has its own claim to national fame, you may just change your tune....

If ever you’ve been around the Homestead, Florida area, whether biking the long, deserted roadways or making a pit stop on the way to the Keys, then you may have come across what’s been dubbed the Disney World of fruit stands. Robert Is Here Fruit Stand in Florida is the holy grail of tropical fruits, not to mention huge delicious milkshakes that are oh-so-satisfying. Plus, there is a market inside without tons of homemade treats, too!...

Attention, all thrift shoppers! The annual Route 11 Yard Crawl is kicking into gear, and you surely won’t want to miss out. This local yard sale event consists of approximately 43 miles of individual yard sales plus food trucks. Just imagine all the treasures waiting to be discovered! If you’re up for a road trip or happen to live in the area, it’s an epic yard sale event you won’t want to miss....

If you’ve ever been to Nashville, Tennessee, then you’ve probably made your way to the city’s great hot chicken restaurants and meat-and-threes. What you may not have heard about just yet, is the rolled ice cream at Rolled 4 Ever, and after a single visit? You’ll never forget it. Globally inspired and locally honed, Rolled 4 Ever is a Nashville-born-and-raised local business with a delicious roster and welcoming space. Learn more about it below!...

You may think that the best thrift stores in Minnesota are found in the state’s largest cities. But there are plenty of wonderful thrift shops all around the state! From small towns to suburbs to big cities, there are treasures to be found just about anywhere you look. Next time you’re near Cambridge, Minnesota, you might want to stop into one of our favorite small-town thrift stores. Shalom is a hidden gem thrift shop with amazing finds and even better prices....

Are you interested in checking out some interesting and abstract art while also getting some fresh air? If this sounds like your idea of a fun day out, make sure to include Lemon Fair Sculpture Park on your list of places to visit in Vermont. At Lemon Fair Sculpture Park, guests are invited to tour the grounds at their own pace. Simply follow the path and be prepared to be wowed by the diverse collection of sculptures that includes over 50 pieces from artists all over the country....

Winter storms certainly aren’t uncommon here in Arizona, at least not in our northern latitudes. That said, some years are more brutal than others, and 1967 was one of them. On a fateful day that December, just two weeks before Christmas, a deluge of nonstop rain and snow fell in the Flagstaff area for eight straight days. With nearly 103 inches recorded in some spots, it was the worst winter storm the Grand Canyon State has ever seen....