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Everybody could use a beautiful waterfront getaway from time to time, and Cottonwood Cove Resort will be there when you decide to take the plunge. Located right on the shores of Lake Mohave, this beautiful resort is like a little slice of paradise in Nevada. Boasting an idyllic setting and tons to do, you’ll find yourself enthralled with this heavenly resort from sun up to sundown! Check it out: Located near the Nevada-Arizona border just east of Searchlight, Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina is a little slice of paradise that you’ll never want to leave....

Ahoy, matey! If you’re a fan of all things pirate-themed, you’ve probably watched your fair share of villains (and good guys) make that long walk to the end of the plank. Now you, too, can walk the plank that leads to a 35-foot jump from a pirate ship at Treehouse World in Pennsylvania. However, that’s just a peek at all of the fun that awaits at this epic treetop park....

Georgia is becoming its own little Hollywood, or perhaps it already has been. We’ve been taking the movie scene by storm by having dozens of movies filmed right in our backyards! Can you guess what famous movies or shows were shot here? Here are our picks for some of the most notable Georgia places seen in movies: Swan House in “The Hunger Games.” Milos Kravcik/Flickr They shot the popular Hunger Games trilogy, in part, all throughout Atlanta....

Iowa is pretty much the face of small-town America, and we have countless numbers of charming small towns scattered across the state like chicken feed. While each one is delightful and full of character, there are some that shine even brighter than the rest. Here are 10 of the cutest, most charming small towns in Iowa. Pella Dmetz61753 /Wikimedia Commons Pella, population 10,344, is easily one of the cutest towns in the state, perhaps even the country....

What exactly makes a restaurant a hole in the wall? Is it cramped seating, a hard-to-find location, cheap food, a dated facade, or simply a food truck? Perhaps it can be any of these things, though the one aspect these 12 hidden gem restaurants in Hawaii share is absolutely incredible food… in perhaps a less-than-ideal setting. Ray’s Cafe, Honolulu Taka T./Yelp Jeffery A./Yelp With just five tables inside and a line outside the door, Ray’s Cafe is certainly a Kalihi favorite....

Adventure Island in Tampa, Florida is over 30 acres of water rides, attractions, games, food, and so much more. It’s easy to spend the whole day here and never run out of things to do. Located right across the street from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, get ready for a wet-and-wild way to celebrate summer in Florida. Welcome to Tampa’s biggest and baddest water park - Adventure Island. Facebook Adventure Island Tampa...

Minnesota is full of great cities. From the Twin Cities to Rochester to Duluth and beyond, there are lively metropolitan areas in just about every region. They draw visitors thanks to their plentiful restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options – and rightly so. But that doesn’t mean small-town Minnesota is doesn’t have its fun. For example, the tiny town of Gibbon, Minnesota, is home to a tiny bowling alley that happens to draw visitors from miles around....

Mississippi is full of incredible gems that are just waiting to be discovered – and Columbus is one of them! The medium-sized city is brimming with small-town charm and offers no shortage of big-city attractions. With all this in mind, it’s easy to see why Columbus has been named The Magnolia State’s best-kept secret. The cat’s out of the bag! Columbus is a hidden gem that’s worth seeking out, at least according to Food and Travel Magazine....

If you drive out of town a bit, out into the rural area known as Fair Oaks, Indiana, you’ll find a small collection of family-owned local farms. They conduct tours and classes, but they also have several incredible restaurants that will make the drive out worth it on their own. Fair Oaks Farms is a kind of rural paradise, and we’re certain that nobody who visits here will be able to resist getting a table at the delectable, high-end restaurant that serves farm-fresh foods produced by Fair Oaks Farms farmers themselves....

Mississippi is definitely not lacking when it comes to great museums. Even better, many of the state’s museums have no admission. That’s right; a visit is completely FREE. (Of course, donations are always accepted.) Ready to have some fun that both you and your wallet will enjoy? Keep reading for 7 museums you can visit without charge. Mississippi Armed Forces Museum Mississippi Armed Forces Museum/Facebook A true hidden gem, this museum is tucked away on a National Guard base so lots of people don’t even know it exists – and that’s a real shame....

It won’t take you long to find a great coffee shop in Nashville, Tennessee. The city has become a homing beacon for 3rd wave coffee shops and specialty roasters. Still, it’s Humphreys Street Coffee Shop tucked away in the city’s Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood that really strikes a community chord. Not only can you enjoy great coffee, but you can feel validated in support of a local mission with every order. Learn more about this darling coffee shop below and fall in love for yourself!...

Situated in Richland County in Southern Illinois is the small city of Olney which has just over 8,700 residents. The city was founded in 1841 and is best known for one thing: albino squirrels. These white squirrels with red (and sometimes blue) eyes are so famous that people come from all over to try and catch a glimpse. The albino squirrels of Olney are actually gray squirrels whose white fur and red eyes are caused by a recessive gene....

Sometimes its nice to just get in the car and go for a drive without any sort of destination in mind. This scenic byway is the ultimate drive for just that purpose. You can get on the road and just go, enjoy the sights, and take your mind off things. It doesn’t matter where you end up, it’s the journey that counts, and the one outlined below might just be one of the best scenic drives in South Dakota....

If you’re a seafood lover, you know that nothing beats a fine selection of oysters, crab, clams, and locally caught fish. That’s exactly what you’ll find on the menu at The Jackspot in Sunset Beach. This festive little eatery specializes in seafood, which may not come as a surprise given its Cape Charles location, but it also offers a range of other fares. Truly, there are few experiences more rewarding than enjoying your dinner with a sunset view....

Maryland is known as America in Miniature, and for good reason! For a smaller state, Maryland has an abundance of natural features packed into its 12,000+ square miles. If you’re ready to explore some of Maryland’s best natural wonders, overlooks, and parks via road trip, check out the below expedition. Drive time is around three hours but you’ll want to make sure to account for the time you’ll spend at each stop along the way....

Aren’t treehouses magical? The ability to climb up and spend time in air space that usually only birds are privy to is really something special. Time spent in a treehouse is something everyone should get to experience, or if you were lucky enough to have a treehouse to play in as a kid, experience again. Well luckily for you, there’s a spot in Rhode Island where you can spend the night in a treehouse, and the amenities are out of this world!...

When it comes to comfort food, nothing trumps large plates with an innovative assortment of flavors. Agree? Thankfully, South Dakotans can be extremely creative when it comes to cooking, which is why we are beyond grateful for places like the “O” So Good Restaurant and its mouthwatering bacon-wrapped pickles: Located just 20 miles northeast of Sioux Falls in the town of Garretson, “O” So Good is arguably one of the most exciting and unique restaurants in the Mount Rushmore State, thanks to its combination of various ethnic foods that you will not find anywhere else....

Mississippi is full of state parks, each with something to offer. However, if you’re wondering “Where can I find waterfalls near me in Mississippi,” Tishomingo State Park is the park for you! Easily one of the best parks in Mississippi, it’s brimming with perks, including a charming swinging bridge, huge rock formations, and waterfalls, of course! Because of its location in the foothills of the Appalachians, Tishomingo State Park features huge rock formations, which are pretty rare in Mississippi....

Iowa is so lucky to have an amazing park system. While the rest of the country assumes the Hawkeye State is a flat, boring flyover state, those who take the time to get out and explore can truly appreciate the beauty of the Midwest! If you’re looking for a family-friendly hike in Iowa, you’ll want to make the drive out to Tama County to discover Union Grove State Park. Union Grove State Park is one of Iowa’s oldest recreation areas....

Have recent social changes left you working from home? Are you a transplanted West Virginian longing more than ever to return to your roots? Ascend West Virginia is a new program that will pay a select few to relocate to the Mountain State, and it might be just the ticket to make your dreams of living in West Virginia a reality. Do you qualify for the $20,000 in cash and perks they’re offering?...