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Nashville is truly a beautiful city, and there’s something magical about the way it lights up at night when the world goes quiet. Out on the Cumberland River, however, there’s most likely a party going on just offshore. The General Jackson Showboat offers shows throughout the day and year and takes visitors out along the stretch of downtown Nashville that goes wild with light come the evening time. It’s dinner and a show AND a view, something you don’t get all that often....

If you’re looking to experience North Dakota a little differently, head to the Big Plateau Trail which is located in the western part of the state. Along with its diverse landscape, the stunning out-and-back trail has a river, horseback riding opportunities, tons of wildlife, and breathtaking views. The Big Plateau Trail is located in Theodore Roosevelt Park in Billings County, North Dakota. To reach your outdoor adventure, set your GPS to Medora, ND 58645....

Gourmet sprinkled with a bit of grit. If that sounds right up your culinary alley, you’ll likely find yourself smitten with Wild Annie’s Restaurant in Pennsylvania. (That’s how they describe their menu offerings – gourmet with a bit of grit.) Add a delicious menu selection with a relaxing setting and friendly staff, and you just might have the recipe for the perfect dining experience. However, you’ll probably want to let your taste buds decide for themselves....

Utah has so many hiking trails that most of us will never complete them all in a lifetime. While you can certainly plan an entire day (or weekend) around just one hiking trail in the Beehive State, sometimes you’re looking to get a quick nature fix. Head to the hills and hike one of the best short hikes in Utah that are under three miles! Hidden Falls Trail, Big Cottonwood Canyon Parker Burns/AllTrails....

Do you enjoy road trips? Fortunately, Wisconsin offers plenty of opportunities to hit the road and see our glorious state. With gorgeous highways and byways, there’s always something new to discover in America’s Dairyland. Below are nine road trips through Wisconsin that we’ve designed to show you some of the best of our state. From fall foliage to delicious restaurants, here are some of the best road trips in Wisconsin to take before you die....

January 28, 1977 marked one of the most terrifying storms to ever hit Buffalo. The day started off like any other normal winter day, with temperatures in the 20s and sunny skies – until the weather took a turn for the worst… and fast. The Blizzard of ‘77 was both unexpected, terrifying, and deadly. Wikimedia / Public Domain In Western New York, 23 deaths were reported due to the storm. Snow drifts as high as 40 feet covered the area and winds reached peaks of 79 miles per hour....

We all deserve some time away, whether to an upscale hotel with a spa, a yurt at a glampground, or even a rustic log cabin. In the small city of Virginia located in rural Cass County, you can stay overnight at a rustic, yet luxurious, log cabin overlooking beautiful Virginia Lake. An authentic log cabin built in the 1800s sits atop a bluff on 80 acres overlooking the scenic Virginia Lake....

Some of the best memories you’ll ever make are sitting around a campfire surrounded by your loved ones. There are plenty of places to go camping in Louisiana but in the summer months, you may not be excited at the thought of sleeping in a tent with all the skeeters and humidity. This one particular campground has several cabins available to rent, and they’ll make this summer one to remember....

It isn’t often you find a restaurant with dessert that’s just as good as the main course, so Flippers Coastal Seafood is a true gem. Located in Dickinson, Texas, this unassuming eatery specializes in fresh-from-the-Gulf seafood dishes that promise to leave your mouth watering…plus an array of treats like bread pudding, cheesecake, and milkshakes to end the meal on a sweet note. If you’re looking for good eats at even better prices, Flippers Coastal Seafood is the place to go....

If you want a trail in Oklahoma with absolutely stunning views, look no further. The Lake Trail at Osage Hills State Park will take you right by the stunning Lookout Lake. The hike has very little elevation gain, so it’s a great option for hiking with kids or novice hikers. The views are so beautiful that even more experienced hikers will have a great time. Osage Hills is one of the prettiest state parks in Oklahoma....

Situated on the banks of North Carolina’s Lake Norman, Davidson is a charming suburban Charlotte town that was formed in 1837. It’s here on Main Street that in 1901 a new general store was built and opened as Archie’s General Store. Over the decades that followed, Archie’s thrived and, as with most general stores of the time, became a gathering spot for the community. Well, Archie’s may be long gone, but the space that housed the once bustling general store still stands as a pillar of the community as well a gathering spot of sorts....

It’s not too difficult to find a beach in Maryland, whether you’re seeking one that’s lakeside, bayside, or on the ocean. However, it’s the little-known beaches that feel the most magical. Today, we’re writing about a beach that’s hidden, but no less beautiful than the rest. Ditch the crowds and take a journey to this Maryland gem. While Southern Maryland is known for a few beaches, not many people know about the hidden Matoaka Beach....

There are some restaurants that pop onto the scene and become hotspots overnight and then there are those tried-and-true restaurants that have been around forever and still have that same reliable food and service. Nakato Japanese Restaurant in Georgia is the oldest Japanese restaurant in the state and is still as exciting as the day it opened. Come enjoy the traditions and flavors of Japan at this time-honored restaurant in Atlanta....

Remember begging your parents to go to the toy store to just, ahem, look around? Then, if your begging actually got you your wish, you’d run around the toy store, pointing to all the toys you wanted. Just one little toy, please, you’d sweetly ask, pointing to the most expensive toy in the whole store. Get ready to relive your childhood, because once you merely get a glimpse of the Pennsylvania’s coolest toy store, you’ll be transported back to the past....

Since 2019, Fork and Gavel has been run by the Deckers, a married couple inspired to provide outstanding food and the best dining experience for its customers in Hyde Park, Vermont. There’s something for everyone on the menu at this family-run cafe. This includes fresh pastries, French toast, salads, pizzas, specialty sandwiches, sweet desserts, and so much more. If your mouth is starting to water thinking about the selection of meals on the menu, stop by Fork and Gavel for a bite to eat the next time you’re in Hyde Park, Vermont....

Want to be impressed by the tallest waterfall in Southern California? You came to the right place. Big Falls in Forest Falls is a sight to see. It has five tiers and is the oldest standing waterfall in the area. Please note: The Big Falls Trail can be slippery and dangerous past the observation deck. Please check the USDA Forest Service’s website for current trail conditions and closure information. In the event that the trail is closed for safety reasons, you can still see the beautiful falls from the observation deck....

It’s time for another road trip, y’all! This just might be the best one yet, especially in terms of breathtaking scenery. There’s a popular joke that we don’t experience fall in Texas, but one might beg to differ. Temperature isn’t the only indication of season change. Although it remains fairly warm in much of the state until about late December, the trees in Central, West, and East Texas let us know that fall is here, and they tend to show out in an absolutely beautiful way....

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country is a vacation destination that has everything from wine tasting to fine dining to outdoor recreation, and even hot air balloon rides. There’s no better way to explore wine country than by hot air balloon. With this unique experience, you can book a ride over the beautiful vineyards and watch the sunrise in a whole new way. Temecula Valley gets around 3 million visitors a year that travel in to enjoy the vineyards and activities in the area....

One thing that comes to mind when you think of our great state is the Du Pont family – and for good reason. Their estates and mansions are scattered throughout the northern part of the state in the Brandywine Valley, and some of them have been reimagined as incredible gardens and museums. These stunning garden estates, along with several other parks, gardens and museums, have made the cut as some of the most beautiful places in Delaware....

Some elevations in North Carolina’s mountains receive as much as 80 inches of snow (or more) each year. But for those living in the Piedmont and Coastal regions of the Tar Heel State, there is very little chance of seeing snowfall of that magnitude over the course of the winter season. In fact, if you live in those regions, you may actually wish for a little snow every now and then....