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Look, we all knew it. Anybody who has even tried a slice of pizza in New Jersey knew it. But Food and Wine has made it official: New Jersey has the best pizza in the country, meaning New York has been dethroned. Sorry, New York, but New Jersey’s pizzas are just mind-blowing good. Do you doubt that Jersey deserves the crown? These pizzerias will change your mind. Al Santillos Brick Oven Pizza Al Santillos Brick Oven Pizza/Facebook One thing we love about this place is that pizzas are named after the specific year the style was popular — like the 2011 or the 1962....

Fresh air, sunshine, and a cold beer in hand – what more could you want? You’ll find all those things, plus tons of mouthwatering food, at Saint Arnold Brewing Company in Houston. This longstanding watering hole is among 20 breweries nationwide to be nominated for the “Best Beer Garden” Award on USA Today, and we can’t say we’re surprised! Here’s why Saint Arnold is so special… The oldest craft brewery in Texas, Saint Arnold Brewing Company is nestled in the heart of downtown Houston....

Among the many things the last year has taught us is to stop procrastinating and start doing. All too often, we find reasons to put off doing something we’d really like to do, only to miss an opportunity. Don’t pass up the chance to partake in a 100-mile yard sale passing into North Carolina this summer. Known as the Take a Break from the Interstate Road Market, this 100-mile yard sale is back bigger than ever this year after being cancelled due to COVID in 2020....

There are so many things to see in Alaska, all the way from massive glaciers to towering mountains, quiet lakes, curious wildlife, roaring waterfalls and more. The great thing about our state is that you never really have to drive too far to experience it all. Some of these day trips may be just a leg of your usual routine, but when you take time to slow down and smell the roses you might notice things you never had before....

(Ed. note: since the time of initial publication, the Museum of Shadows has relocated to Plattsmouth. You may now find the museum at 502 Main St, Plattsmouth, NE 68048.) A storefront on the main street of a small Nebraska town may seem like an odd place to find a world-class attraction of any sort. But the Museum of Shadows in Elmwood easily rivals any attraction of its kind, and it was recently named the #1 haunted attraction in Nebraska....

One of the best things about living in New England is enjoying some of the best seafood in the world. This is especially true when thinking about the incredible delight of the lobster roll. It’s a sandwich that proves the best things aren’t always the most complex. Connecticut is often known for historical culinary firsts and the New England lobster roll is no exception. It all began in the town of Milford back in the 1920s....

Looking for an easier, shorter hike that still packs a punch with pretty views? We have just the trail for you: The Trolley Track, Founder’s Walk, River’s Edge, and Far Trail Loop in Princeton Battlefield State Park. The Trolley Track, Founder’s Walk, River’s Edge, and Far Trail Loop is a three-mile-long trail that covers marshland and forest. Anthony DiLauro/AllTrails You can see the prettiest wildflowers here, depending on the season....

There are so many wonderful places in this huge state to escape to for a relaxing weekend. But there’s one hideaway in Alaska right outside of Valdez that will have you thanking your lucky stars you got away for a trip. The Shabbin Playhouse is located in a beautiful alpine forest that will have you wishing you could stay there forever! Please note, The Shabbin Playhouse has permanently closed. If you want to head out to one of the prettiest areas in Alaska, you need to book a night at the Shabbin Playhouse....

We all know breakfast is the best way to start the day, but what if you could have breakfast any time of day? It may sound too good to be true, but it’s exactly what’s on the menu at the Thunderbird Cafe in Virginia. To start, this local establishment exudes Virginia hospitality. Moreover, it’s even been recognized as one of the South’s Best Eateries according to Southern Living Magazine. If you haven’t tried the home-cooked breakfasts from the Thunderbird Cafe, now’s the time....

In Kentucky, the hills come alive each spring; not with the sound of music, but with the vivid color of winsome wildflowers. While many of the state’s parks boast beautiful blooms, the wildflowers at Pine Mountain State Resort Park are particularly exquisite. One of the most resplendent parks in The Bluegrass State, Pine Mountain is at peak beauty in the spring. The park’s seemingly neverending wildflowers, found all along its trails and mountainscapes, are truly something to be experienced as we enter the spring season here in Kentucky....

In the city of Alton, a brewery occupies a building that was once home to Colonial Bakery, which started business in the late-1800s and then shut its doors for good in 1980. In 2015, the building came back to life as a brewery which has maintained much of the historical elements of that former bakery building. Even the name, The Old Bakery Beer Company, pays homage to what was once here....

Where do you go for a great burger? There are plenty of outstanding spots all across Minnesota where you can get a mouthwatering hamburger, fries, and even a cold beer. In the past, we made a Minnesota burger bucket list to help you find the best spots. But there are always more places to discover. Today, we want to introduce Woody’s Bar and Grill, an unassuming spot in Bayport, Minnesota, that has some of the best burgers, bloody marys, and beer around....

There aren’t a ton of pumpkin farms in Georgia. Think about it, how many places can you scoop up a pumpkin right from the vine and take it home for the fall season? But at this particular place, the best pumpkin patch in Georgia, you can! Take a look at why this perfect pumpkin patch in Georgia makes for an autumn experience the whole family will love. If you’re looking to have fall fun in Georgia, spend time in this perfect pumpkin patch by taking a trip to Stockbridge....

Kentucky is full of so many natural wonders, both above and below ground. From our world-famous caves to our wondrous mountains and canyons, Kentucky is one big wonder of a place. But did you know there’s an experience that combines both above and below-ground adventures, where you can literally walk straight through a mountain while exploring a cave? Within the majestic Kentucky Appalachians, there’s an underground adventure that’s truly bucket-list worthy....

If you grew up near Monticello, chances are you’ve heard of this historic shop in Kentucky. Or perhaps Monticello is just a town you know of because it’s on Lake Cumberland, or maybe you didn’t even know we had a town of this name in the Bluegrass State. No matter your perspective, you will come to appreciate the history and inherent charm of Dunagan’s Store in Monticello. (That’s the mailing address; many would consider it to be in Mill Springs....

Unique remnants of bygone days can be found scattered throughout the state of West Virginia: general stores. Some of these, which have become iconic West Virginia favorites, hearken back over a hundred years to the late 1800s, including one gem tucked away in the beautiful mountains of Hardy County that was built in 1898 – and which you can still visit! Well over a century ago, a general store opened up to serve the community of Lost River, West Virginia....

There’s no quicker way to stir up some feelings of nostalgia than a carousel. And for many residents, the carousel that comes to mind is the Caring Carousel. At the end of 2020, it was disassembled, but its days of circling round and round are hardly over. Since 2004, Miskelly Furniture in Pearl has been known for two things – its great furniture and…its antique carousel! Miskelly Furniture/Facebook We know what you’re thinking, “A furniture store and a carousel?...

Fall has officially arrived here in Northern California, and you know what that means! It’s time to check out all of the fun fall activities that Northern California has to offer. First stop: Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm in Wheatland, California. This lovely family-owned farm boasts endless entertainment come fall, and their 90-acre pumpkin patch is the highlight of them all. In fact, we might argue that it’s the best pumpkin patch in Northern California....

Many times we all need to escape the busyness of everyday life and simply relax. There are several places in Alabama that let us do just that, including the secluded cabin airbnb that’s listed below. It’s the perfect getaway destination. This secluded cabin airbnb is situated off the beaten path in the tiny town of Parrish, Alabama. airbnb Even though the size of it is quite small, it still offers most of the amenities of a much larger airbnb, including a living area where you can sit back and relax with a book or watch TV....

Her in Indiana, we are well-known for having many haunted spots all across the state. There are also a lot of creepy cemeteries in Indiana that are rumored to be haunted! Here are nine Indiana cemeteries that are sure to give you goosebumps. 1) Crown Hill Cemetery Did you know Crown Hill Cemetery is actually the fourth largest cemetery in the United States? You can find this cemetery in Indianapolis. It’s a fairly well known cemetery because a lot of famous individuals have been buried there....