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There are many farms that surround the center of Nashville, Tennessee, but there are very, very few that have beautiful lavender plants available for purchase. Gigi’s Lavender Farm is located in Whites Creek, Tennessee, just 9-miles outside of Nashville and it’s where you’ll find some of the best lavender gifts and plants in the area. We visited for ourselves and absolutely fell in love, and we have a feeling you just might as well....

There’s nothing quite like wandering a massive flea market, especially since most visitors are seeking hidden treasures and antique finds for their homes. Everything you see, every lamp and dogeared book and rug, has had a life before it ended up in your hands, and there’s something so magical about that. The Great Smokies Flea Market is one of the most famous and largest in the state of Tennessee. It’s tucked away on the eastern side of the state and boasts an expansive inventory and kind folks willing to help you experience the market to its fullest....

A good meal and a cold beverage simply taste better on a sunny patio. We don’t make the rules — it is what it is. And there’s a fairly new patio in Spokane that just might end up being your new favorite hangout this summer. Stockwell’s Chill n’ Grill quietly opened at the beginning of the year after a lengthy wait, and it seems it’s a spot that was definitely worth waiting for....

Summer’s shaping up to be one of the most scrumptious ever. With the many food festivals scheduled all summer long, we have a whole lot of good food to look forward to, including tacos. The Pittsburgh Taco Festival returns in the waning days of summer, in a new location, for a daylong celebration and some of the best tacos in the city. Start counting down the days until the most delicious festival of the summer....

Ohio is full of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. Most people don’t know there’s a pretty epic adventure park hiding in the woods of northeast Ohio — but there is. Go Ape Treetop Adventure at Mill Stream Run Recreation Area in Strongsville, Ohio, features a really unique treetop ropes course that gives Ohio explorers and nature lovers a whole new perspective. Part of the Cleveland Metroparks, this little-known gem is located just minutes from downtown Cleveland, and is bucket-list must for all Ohioans!...

It’s no secret that Indiana is full of beautiful places that could readily pass as being straight out of a fairy tale. Incredibly scenic state parks like Turkey Run, Clifty Falls, and McCormick’s Creek serve as excellent examples of this kind of surreal beauty. Don’t get us wrong – these state parks are amazing, but did you know that some of the best hiking trails in Indiana are ones on nature preserves and tucked away in hidden gem spots?...

When you’re planning a trip to a place as wondrous as Red River Gorge, you want your accommodations to be just as dazzling as this bucket-list destination. Happily, Kentucky is full of incredible accommodations, and Seclusion Cabin is one of them. Located on top of a ridge top in Red River Gorge, Seclusion Cabin is an Airbnb in Kentucky that offers guests the unique opportunity to gaze upon the surrounding scenery from its very own observation tower....

Whether big or small, the waterfalls along Fossil Creek in the Fossil Creek Wilderness Area are a sight to behold. Unlike other secluded waterfall lagoons in Arizona that take hours upon hours to reach, this one is attainable for a morning or afternoon of frolicking in the water and bathing in the sun. Please note, Fossil Creek Wilderness Area is temporarily closed. TripAdvisor/Moliver4 After just a short 1.2 mile EASY hike, you’ll find yourself on the edge of the lagoon formed at the base of this Fossil Creek Waterfall....

It can be difficult to choose between a resort experience and a secluded cabin for your Adirondack vacation. Luckily, this resort village by Lake George gives visitors the best of both worlds. The nostalgic Alpine Village Resort takes guests back in time with its rustic charm, and the views of Lake George are divine. If you’re looking for a halfway point between privacy and activity, this could be your next upstate adventure!...

There are certainly no shortage of charming small towns in New York. We’ve got so many cute little Main Streets that you could spend every weekend stopping by a different one and not hit them all. One particularly unique small town that we love is Hobart. This little village in Delaware County has a population of under 500, but what Hobart lacks in population, it more than makes up for in book shops....

If you love the ocean, chances are your ideal day involves visiting the Northern California coast. Our coastline’s breathtaking beauty is always worth checking out and this popular harbor is the perfect place to do so. Pillar Point has been around for a long time as a destination where you can walk, dine, shop, and play. This lively harbor in a coastal town has something for everyone to enjoy! Pillar Point Harbor is a protected harbor of refuge at the north end of Half Moon Bay....

If you love animals, there is a good chance you have explored all of the animal sanctuaries that the Centennial State has to offer. The Denver Zoo? You have been there more times than you can count! Cheyenne Mountain Zoo? Been there, done that. Wild Animal Sanctuary? Everyone there knows you by name. While you can always sink your life savings into an expensive safari, there is one more epic thing you can do right here in Colorado, which is staying the night with the animals at the Zoo Chateau:...

There’s something quite magical about seeing a hot air balloon floating high above you in the sky. As summer is swiftly coming to a close, it’s time to add yet another item to your Illinois summer bucket list. This year, the city of Centralia is holding its annual Centralia Balloon Fest on Aug. 20-22, 2021, at Foundation Park. You do not want to miss this uniquely colorful event! Located in southern Illinois, Centralia hosts an annual hot air balloon festival that draws crowds from all around the region....

When you’re looking to find used books to read or CDs to listen to, Book-Off is a popular place to browse in Honolulu, HI. As the largest discount bookstore in Hawaii, the walls and shelves are lined with different types of books to suit various interests. If you want to find a few new reads, come discover what this discount store has to offer. Multiple aisles are available where books are neatly organized and easy to find....

Ready for a road trip? Have you ever searched for wineries and waterfalls near me in Rhode Island? Well, you can take this wonderful journey that combines Rhode Island vineyards with the amazing scenery of a few of our captivating waterfalls. Engage all of your senses with one day trip that has less than an hour and a half driving time. You’re going to love this outdoor adventure that combines two of our favorite things, wine and waterfalls....

You’ve probably heard a few stereotypes about the people of Montana, like that they are all avid and skilled outdoors people (not entirely true) and that they love wild game (okay — mostly true). But admittedly, residents of Montana do have a few oddities that the rest of the country just doesn’t seem to have. Montanans are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet –but we do have our quirks....

New Jersey is a very modern state that is chock-full of history. We offer many places that not only provide a glimpse into another time, but fully immerse you. Our living history farms, villages and open air museums will transport you into the past and make it come alive. Visit these incredible sites to interact with iron workers, churn butter, enjoy reenactments, and so much more! The Historic Village At Allaire, Farmingdale Facebook/TheHistoricVillageAtAllaire Allaire Village is centered around the former Howell Iron Works Company and recreates life as it was in the community during the 19th century....

Usually here at Only In Iowa, we try to share good news – beautiful nature scenes, delicious restaurants, fun parks, interesting museums. But today, we have a bit of bad news to relate. The 2021 Tick Forecast released annually by Pest.org is here, and it doesn’t bode well for the Hawkeye State. Ticks. They’re for the birds - literally. Except maybe for opossums, no one else likes them. No one else eats them....

Kentucky has some of the best hiking, climbing, and outdoor destinations in the country, and one of its main features is Red River Gorge. This beautiful area of the Bluegrass State is popular with both seasoned adventurers and those who just want a taste of Kentucky’s natural beauty. While it’s best known for its unique landscape, Red River Gorge should also be recognized for its food. This rather small section of Kentucky offers a surprising number of restaurants that are delicious, laid back, and perfect to add to your list of things to do in the area....

There’s reason the Great Lakes region is called the Third Coast. With its abundance of jaw dropping waters, beautiful beaches, and sandy shorelines, there’s nothing quite like a Michigan beach day. Happily, the Great Lakes State isn’t just home to some of the best beaches in the country, it’s also a place where you’ll find some truly spectacular swimming holes. For those who didn’t grow up around here, a swimming hole is a Midwest summer rite of passage; a place for letting loose and jumping in feet first!...