When you are craving a delicious slice of pizza, there are pizza joints all over New Mexico. However, when you are looking for pizza in the Land of Enchantment that is not only delicious but is also unique, head to the small town of Cedar Crest and stop at Trail Rider Pizza. At this pizza joint, your taste buds will love the specialty pizzas and you won’t want to leave without an incredible cupcake or another baked good....
Sometimes, you just need to escape into nature at a moment’s notice. Life can be a lot sometimes, and spending time in nature truly is the best kind of medicine. Here in Oregon, there are seemingly endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including many state park campsites that are open year-round. But if you’re really wanting a last-minute adventure, consider these campgrounds in Oregon where no reservation is required: Unity Lake - John Day...
When thinking of ruins in Mississippi, the Windsor Ruins undoubtedly come to mind. However, they’re not the only ruins in the Magnolia State. Mississippi is also home to the ruins of the Elizabeth Female Academy, which is purported as the first college for women in the U.S. The ruins of Elizabeth Female Academy are on the Natchez Trace Parkway at milepost 5.1. Tina H, Contributed Photo A short, paved trail through the woods leads straight to the ruins, making the site easily accessible for history buffs of all ages....
What if you could revisit your childhood just by entering a single store? Atkinson Candy Company in Lufkin, Texas is one such place, dishing out their world-famous peanut butter bars since the 1930s. If you want more Texas restaurants, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter. Every Thursday, a new eatery to try in the Lone Star State will be delivered straight to your email....
October is a whole lot of fun in Carthage. That’s when the annual Maple Leaf Festival in Missouri returns for 10 glorious days of fall fun. The family-friendly festival boasts a full slate of fun – from contests and delicious food to the beloved Maple Leaf Festival Parade. It’s definitely one of those seasonal events that belongs on every Missourian’s calendar. The Maple Leaf Festival returns to Carthage for its 55th season, beginning on October 1 and running on select days through October 30, 2021....
The Niagara Escarpment is one of North America’s most impressive geologic gems – and it just so happens to run right through Wisconsin. There are a few places in the state that offer close-up views of the natural wonder, but the best way to view it is the Eagle Trail. No easy feat, the trail contains lots of stairs and some rough terrain. However, it also contains incredibly scenic surroundings that are sure to amaze....
Fields of lavender have long been associated with Provence, France, but did you know that there are also lavender fields right here in Illinois? If you are looking for something to add to your Illinois bucket list this spring, visiting a lavender farm should go at the top. There is one farm, FarmHouse Harvest Lavender, that has a bit more to offer than just fragrant purple flowers out in a field....
If you love hiking, the entire Beehive State is paradise. Southern Utah offers some of the state’s most iconic beauty, from its arches to its slot canyons, and the little town of Escalante is surrounded by all of it. Here are just five of the many hiking trails you’ll find fairly close to town. The tiny town of Escalante has fewer than 800 residents, but people come here from all over the world for the incredible hiking trails nearby....
This Maryland mall isn’t your ordinary mall. You won’t find The Gap or other big brand retail stores here. What you will find are several local shops that are one-of-a-kind, many offering unique goods that you’d have a hard time finding elsewhere. This place is also home to eateries and an aerial adventure course, too! Read on to learn more and the next time you’re in the mood to shop, consider heading here....
Some things never go out of style: a tub of popcorn, a starry night, and a double feature on an open-air screen. There’s nothing like a drive-in movie with someone special – lose yourself in a blockbuster as the last twilight fades and the dew settles onto the grass on an Iowa summer evening. There are no bad movies on nights like this, just fleeting summer moments that pass too quickly....
Is there a dreamier place than a vineyard at night? If you need to sleep on it, head to the campground at Iowa’s 99 Bottles Winery. Here, you can pitch a tent among the vineyard’s rows of grapevines and fall asleep to the gentle sound of wind in the grape leaves. It’s an Iowa campground like no other and it’s a magical camping adventure you have to experience. Here’s why....
By now, if you’ve followed us for quite some time, then you know we love highlighting some of the most unique getaways in Florida that you can find. From sleeping in a restored floating chapel in Sarasota to spending the night in a one-of-a-kind airplane hanger in Geneva, Florida boasts some pretty unique accommodations including this out-of-this-world dome-house in Lake Wales! Check it out… The Airbnb dome-house in Florida offers unique accommodations for up to four guests, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms inside....
A once-in-a-lifetime adventure waits for you at Silver Spur Ranch, located near the little town of Dubois in eastern Idaho. This ranch makes it possible to have an authentic western experience unlike anything else in the state—possibly even the country—by letting guests participate in its world-famous horse drive. A horse drive is similar to a cattle drive (except it’s for horses) and it involves riding alongside a herd of horses across rugged, wide-open terrain....
Looking for a fun new way to cool off this summer? Try an underrated river beach on the North Fork Cherry River in Richwood, West Virginia that even comes complete with its very own beach. It’s the perfect way to spend a great day in the Mountain State! Tucked away not far from Richwood, West Virginia is the ideal combination: a secluded beach and a lovely waterfall. And lest you’ve never enjoyed such a pairing, let us be the first to assure you that beaches and waterfalls go together like apple pie and vanilla ice cream....
In Dubuque, Iowa, you’ll find a very big flea market named after a very small dog. Shaggy’s Indoor Flea Market was named after the owner’s Shih Tzu-Poodle, and when it comes to flea markets, this place is the top dog. It has an expanse of offerings as big as any outdoor flea market event, but you don’t have to wait for a special sale date to take advantage of all the deals....
Rhode Island is beautiful in any season, but we can all admit life in the Ocean State is exceptionally amazing when the weather warms up. Celebrate the changing of the seasons (or a birthday, anniversary, or a random Tuesday) by booking a cruise with La Gondola Providence. We’re lucky to have access to a fleet of authentic Italian gondolas right here in our backyard. If you have yet to experience one, it’s time to give it a try....
Here in New Hampshire, we’ve heard (and told!) plenty of ghost stories. We have plenty of memories from childhood sleepovers talking about local homes, restaurants, and hotels that are reportedly filled with ghosts. We also have memories of camping trips, telling the spookiest story we could think of while cozied up in sleeping bags around a fire. The only thing that allowed us to fall asleep was knowing that they weren’t real....
Here in Oregon, the wanderlust is real. If you’ve been dreaming of hitting the road and exploring the beauty of The Beaver State, then we have the perfect scenic route to take. Tucked into the southeastern corner of the state, Steens Mountain is one of Oregon’s most wondrous hidden gems, and on the eponymous Steens Mountain Back Country Byway, you can experience this majestic mountain up close. The byway winds through the secluded mountain and its otherworldly foothills, with the unique Alvord Desert sprawling out to the south....
We have to admit, we love when local farmers in Kentucky share the fruits of their labor with the community. Farmers’ Markets, roadside stands, and even events held right inside the farm gates are a few of the best ways to taste the local flavors of your area of the Bluegrass State. Located in the lovely town of Stanford, Sweet Annie’s Mercantile is a local produce and gift shop in Kentucky that sells homemade jams, fresh produce, charming decor, and more and is the sweetest place to stop when you’re in the area....
We can’t think of a combination more classic or beloved than a burger and milkshake – except for maybe peanut butter and jelly! Simply nothing beats this iconic duo when your stomach is grumbling for something filling and delicious. Located in Meridian is a restaurant that takes this combination to a whole new level with larger-than-life burgers and shakes. Sid’s Garage opened in late 2020 and has already become a hit, so be sure to check it out!...
