In Door County, a kayak can be a time machine. Lakeshore Adventures offers a shipwreck kayak tour that gives participants a glimpse of maritime mishaps that occurred more than a century ago. The tour uses glass-bottomed kayaks, so paddlers can get a clear look at what lurks below the waves. You’ll be surprised by what you see – here’s why you need to head to Lakeshore Adventures and grab a paddle....
There’s nothing like a trip to the local donut shop in the morning to get your weekend started off right, and fortunately, there are some fantastic donut shops throughout upstate New York that are worth the trip. Whether you’re a fan of wild new flavors or the time-tested classics, here are a few stops you should make on your search for the best donuts in upstate New York. Glazed and Confused (Syracuse) Facebook/Glazed & Confused Syracuse Glazed and Confused in Syracuse is a great first stop for a donut journey through upstate New York....
The Land of 10,000 Lakes is known for just that: its enormous collection of beautiful, sparkling lakes. But Minnesota has much more to offer than our bodies of water. Each of these lakes is surrounded by amazing natural scenery that is worth visiting on its own. Some lakes are surrounded by old forests so thick that light barely penetrates. Others have miles of tall cliffs and rocky shorelines. Still other lakes wash sandy beaches that make it easy to spread out and enjoy the scenery....
Cleveland is known locally as the birthplace of rock and roll, a title tied to the city after disc jockey Alan Freed first attached “rock and roll” to the genre he liked to play on radio station WJW Cleveland. However, the town has made music history in a number of other ways, from raising some of the era’s finest musicians to crafting songs that remain popular to this very day. Today, we’re going to take a look at the latter… and we’re going to examine one of the most powerful songs ever written in Cleveland....
As spring arrives you will soon want to enjoy the rivers and all the beautiful views Connecticut has to offer. While you’re exploring everything you possibly can, don’t forget to head over to Ferry Park and take a ride on the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry. Not only will you be riding on the oldest ferry in Connecticut history, but also the oldest ferry in the country. The historic Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry got its start in 1655 when Rocky Hill and Glastonbury were both still considered part of Wethersfield....
If you’re craving a little adventure, plan a memorable road trip through Pennsylvania! One of the best ways to experience The Keystone State is through its small towns, and we’ve put together a road trip that does just that. Our small town road trip in Pennsylvania will take you to 10 of the charming communities that make our beautiful state so special. (Of course, Pennsylvania is home to many, many amazing small towns — this is just a place to start!...
Few things are quite so perfectly refreshing as a glass of wine or a pint of locally brewed beer. It’s even more special to enjoy one of your favorite beverages among friends in a gorgeous, undeniably calming setting. There’s one winery and brewery in the Great Lakes State that will completely charm you, and it’s the perfect place for your next weekend adventure. It’s a truly unique Michigan winery sure to please all Mitten State oenophiles!...
Have you been missing the beach lately? Our coast is beautiful, rugged, and officially ready to welcome visitors for the season. And whether you’re craving a fine dining experience or a casual chowder house, the seafood on the coast is second to none. These seven spots in particular seem to offer consistently delicious food. Bennett’s Fish Shack (Ocean Shores and Westport) Bennett’s Fish Shack / Facebook Bennett’s Fish Shack / Facebook Bennett’s Fish Shack has two locations, one in Westport and one in Ocean Shores....
Between the scenic North Shore, the dozens of rivers, and the thousands of lakes, you can expect to find some pretty epic beaches in Minnesota. It should come as no surprise then that whenever warmer weather arrives, we want to share some of our favorites with family and friends. Whether you’re looking for some peace and quiet, a great place to swim, or just to work on your tan, there’s bound to be a beach you can love....
Are you looking for an extraordinary hike with an epic payout? Lucky for you, you live in Colorado, which is home to more of these than one can count! If you are looking for a beautiful hike complete with one of the state’s best waterfalls, however, you will want to take this 1/2-mile trail to Box Canyon Falls: Located in Ouray, Box Canyon Falls (or “Ouray’s own wonder of the world”) is an incredible natural phenomenon that is also deemed a geologic wonder....
When it comes to restaurants with magical settings, Anthony’s Steak and Seafood is hard to beat. Not only does the restaurant overlook the water, but it’s surrounded by centuries-old oaks. Only adding to its enchanting allure, is its off-the-beaten-path locale. And though it may be hard to believe, the delightful setting is just the beginning of what the eatery has to offer. With a spectacularly surreal setting, Anthony’s Steak and Seafood in Ocean Springs is like something straight out of a storybook!...
There are few things that beat cozying up with a good book. But what if we told you that there was a place in the Buckeye State where you could add a delicious glass of wine (or tea, or coffee) to your reading experience? Simply head to Visible Voice Books and prepare to be utterly enchanted. This beloved neighborhood bookshop is the perfect place to spend a few hours perusing titles all while enjoying delicious drinks and some pizza, too....
For a day trip of epic proportions, head to Daufuskie Island in South Carolina to check out the Daufuskie Island Distillery (a.k.a. Daufuskie Island Rum Company). Opened in 2013, this island distillery is one of only two island distilleries in the country. And building a distillery on an island with no bridge connecting it to the mainland was no piece of cake. The process involved sending 30,000 pounds of steel and 10,000 pounds of other building materials over to the island via barge back in 2013....
There is an epic farmers market in our great state of Georgia, that if you haven’t paid a visit to yet, you are surely missing out. Hands down one of the BEST farmers markets in Georgia, and possibly the entire South, Your Dekalb Farmer Market boasts some serious goodies for those who are in the business of delicious and organic food items. Beyond the fact this gargantuan farmers market is of epic proportions as of late, the history behind Your Dekalb Market is fascinating to boot....
If you’re a food-lover, Detroit should be at the top of your “must-visit cities” list. While the Motor City isn’t always thought of as a foodie’s paradise, it’s certainly full of a wide array of delicious, unique dishes. Here are ten delectable options in Detroit that you simply have to try at least once in your lifetime. Coney Dog Flickr/Eugene Kim This is a Detroit classic, and you won’t find it done better anywhere else in the country....
What goes great with a glass of wine? A scenic train ride, of course! If you’re a wine lover, you’re in for a treat. There is a wine-themed train in Alabama that will take you on a ride you won’t soon forget. You’ll board a vintage coach on the Calera & Shelby Railroad, which is operated by the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum. Read on to learn what this wine train offers....
Once upon a time on upper King Street in Charleston, someone saw fit to fill in the gap between two buildings – with another building that seemingly assumed the position of what was once a parking spot. And today, the tiny gap building is home to H.L.B., or Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit. But the biscuits from Callie’s are anything by little. They’re both big in size and big in flavor....
Guess what, Georgians? We have some pretty great news about an upcoming event that the whole family can enjoy together. The Big Bounce America, the world’s biggest bounce house in Georgia, is making its way back, and this time it is going to be the biggest and best it has ever been. Taking place in Atlanta, Georgia this fall, get ready for a high-flying, heck of a good time jumping to the sky....
Duluth, Minnesota, is home to countless delicious restaurants. In the past, we’ve sung praises for Canal Park Brewing Company, Va Bene, and Duluth Grill. But there are plenty of other notable eateries that are worthy of a stop. One favorite of many is a little spot called New Scenic Cafe. This scrumptious cafe is not only beautiful – it has a garden eating area with a water view – but it’s delicious, too....
Oregon doesn’t try to hide its quirkiness, (Portland’s motto is “Keep Portland Weird,” after all,) and that’s all the better for us lovers of unusual places. Whether you want to check out one of Portland’s bizarre museums, sip coffee in a haunted cafe with moving tables, or visit a homemade fairytale-based theme park, Oregon has that all — and more. Here are seven awesomely weird places in Oregon that will make for the most unique outings....
