Plenty of folks stay in Connecticut during the summer, but they usually get sucked in to some expensive hotel. If you really want to experience Connecticut for all it’s worth, then you have to dive in to its charming quirks and beauty. So I went through hundreds of listings on Airbnb and found some pretty cool locations. Whether you’re coming from out of town or visiting from another county, take advantage of these unique places to stay in Connecticut!...
Summer in Montana is the best—the warm weather and sunshine create an ideal environment for exploring the great outdoors. Nothing cools you off on a hot summer day like a refreshing dip in a swimming hole, and our state has plenty of places to jump in. Here are some of the best swimming holes in Montana for summertime adventures. The Dearborn River, Lewis and Clark David J Laporte / Flickr This photo was snapped about 3 ½ miles from the trailhead, and it looks especially inviting....
In its heyday, North Carolina was referred to as the “Hollywood of the East Coast.” Over 400 feature-length films have been shot here, as well as numerous television shows. So today we’re taking a look at movies that were shot in North Carolina over the years, many of which may surprise you! North Carolina has surely had its 15 minutes of fame, and enjoyed countless cameos as a backdrop for some of the most beloved films ever....
There are plenty of foods that Wisconsin is famous for, but perhaps our best is the butter burger. The perfect butter burger has a slightly toasted bun, great meat, and a generous smear of butter. If you don’t need a napkin, it’s not a true butter burger! Here are the nine places where you can find the best butter burgers in Wisconsin: Solly’s Grille Solly’s Grille/Facebook Solly’s Grille is a Wisconsin institution and hailed as the birthplace of the beloved butter burger....
Is there anything more beautiful than tulips in the springtime? Tulip Ridge Flower Farm in Sunbury, Ohio is one of the most magical places to visit in the spring season in the Buckeye State. This family owned and operated farm is known for its seasonal flower stand, which is the perfect place to pick up a unique bouquet. Welcome to Tulip Ridge Flower Farm, one of the prettiest spring time destinations in central Ohio....
One of the best places in Delaware to view stunning architecture and manicured landscapes is Nemours Mansion and Gardens, Wilmington. The mansion sits on 300 acres of land and was originally built by a family from France as their private residence. It was originally designed to resemble a French chateau and is now open to the public, inviting visitors to view some of the original furnishings. Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau/Google Local...
Drawing tens of thousands of people and hundreds of vendors each year, the Prairie Arts Festival is one of the biggest arts and crafts fests in the nation! Fun for the entire family, the one-day event includes more than just great shopping. There are also kids’ activities, live entertainment, and more. A can’t-miss event, West Point’s Prairie Arts Festival is “one of the South’s top 10 events.” prairieartsfestival.org The first fest took place in 1979....
Going out to eat is always a treat, but visiting a restaurant where the food is made from scratch every day makes the meal extra special. This is what you will find when you dine at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, with four locations in Oklahoma. You can visit Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen for freshly made meals in four of Oklahoma’s cities: Midwest City, Norman, Tulsa, and Yukon. Cheddar’s Scratch Restaurant/Facebook The first Cheddar’s location opened in 1979 in Irving, Texas....
One of the best parts of trying out new restaurants is the experience. Sure, great food and service are all a restaurant really needs to make its customers happy, but if you add in a whimsical atmosphere and an antique shop full of beautiful items for sale, people are going to really remember that particular place. The most unique restaurant in Kentucky is located just outside of Versailles in the small town of Nonesuch....
In far western Iowa, there’s an enchanting farm that’s a scene right out of Provence. The Loess Hills Lavender Farm is a place that celebrates everything about this special plant, cultivating fields that explode with color every year. The farm doesn’t just grow lavender – it also creates a variety of organic products so you can take this delicate scent home. Thousands of visitors flock to the Loess Hills Lavender Farm every year to take in the sights and smells of all things lavender....
Sundays have traditionally been known as a day of relaxation. Some of us grew up going on Sunday drives while others visited grandma’s house. Still others dug around popular area flea markets, looking for that hidden gem. A Sunday tradition since 2014, The Neighborhood Flea in Pittsburgh offers a ton of fun, an abundance of hidden treasures, and the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Carve out the second Sunday of every month, from 10 a....
Indianapolis is the capital city of the Hoosier State. It’s the most populated city we’ve got, and it’s to be expected that there is some interesting history throughout. Interestingly, Indy is far from the oldest city in Indiana; that title goes to Vincennes, which was founded in 1732. Indianapolis wasn’t founded until 1820, but that doesn’t mean it lacks historic buildings and old-school architecture. In fact, it’s home to more than 200 registered historic buildings, including nine National Historic Landmarks....
Have you ever wanted to experience a farm and a bed and breakfast at the same time? The alpacas and other farm residents are an adorable addition to the stay here at Prairie Oaks Inn. Come meet them sometime! They’re really cute and even friendlier. Welcome to a beautiful home for both alpacas and visitors, Prairie Oaks Inn. This bed and breakfast is a nice break from the usual, with a few fuzzy friends here to make your stay even more comfortable....
Everyone knows that Kentucky is a great place during lake season, but you may not realize that the Bluegrass State is also home to many sandy beaches. Some of these beaches are small stretches of rocky sand along a lake, while others are quite wide and have soft, pristine sand. There are lakefront destinations that are well known and others that remain hidden from most. Locals and longtime Laurel River Lake visitors know they have something special with the beach at the spillway of the lake’s dam....
Do you remember the homemade pies your grandma used to make? They were the best, weren’t they? While delicious homemade pie can be hard to come by (especially if you are lazy like me and don’t want to put in the work), there are a few places in the Centennial State that make a stellar pastry, including the unique Maura Farms and Bakery: Located in Pueblo, Marua Farms and Bakery is a beloved family-owned and operated business that is a favorite of locals and visitors alike....
You don’t hear much about them nowadays, but there are many mineral springs throughout the world that are said to have healing properties. As the springs travel through the earth’s surface, salts and sulfurs become dissolved. America has many springs that claim to have healing properties. One of the most famous is Georgia’s Warm Springs, where President Franklin D. Roosevelt famously bathed to treat his polio. But did you know we have our own healing springs in Connecticut?...
Michigan is simply beautiful, and it’s near impossible to refute that fact. Who doesn’t love a beautiful day out at a lake? A nature lover’s dream is hiding out at the stunning Rose Lake Wildlife Research Area, with a short and beautiful trail around a lake. Mark this down for future road trips, because it’s beautiful out here. A day outdoors at a beautiful wildlife area like this is just too pretty to pass up....
There are some places that just leave a lasting impression on you, and LARC’S Acadian Village is one of them. Sprawled out across 32 gorgeous acres in Lafayette, this historic village will give you a glimpse of early Acadian life like never seen before. You’ll be transported through time as you stroll through the grounds, visiting historic homes and businesses, learning all about the day-to-day lives of early Acadian residents. Let’s take a closer look....
If you’re in the mood to get outside and play, then a weekend of camping in North Carolina should do the trick. But where to go is another question, entirely. North Carolina is brimming with wonderful campgrounds all over the state. There are campgrounds where no reservations are needed, campgrounds where you can stay the night for under 26 dollars, rustic campgrounds, beach campgrounds, river campgrounds, and the categories go on and on....
Autumn’s rustic colors are splashed across the landscape like an artist’s masterpiece, making it the ideal time for a road trip. Pack your bags because this autumn road trip will take you across the state to see some of the most beautiful and best fall foliage in Pennsylvania. Before hitting the road, map the directions by plugging in your starting point here. Plan Your Road Trip! Google Maps There’s no better way to kick off the fall season than to hit the open road on an epic fall foliage road trip across Pennsylvania....
