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Love trying new foods? Then it’s time to plan a trip to First Choice International Supermarket in San Antonio. A grocery store with soda, snacks, and other products from all over the world, this unique place will take your taste buds on the adventure of a lifetime. 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....

Look out, Edward Scissorhands! You’ve got some serious competition in San Diego. Behold Harper’s Topiary Garden, a private tourist trap gaining a lot of attention. Featuring 50 life-sized figures shaped by hand, Alex and Edna Harper’s front yard has become a remarkable record of all the incredible places they’ve visited while traveling. The free-to-visit attraction captivates its visitors, who marvel at the sheer size of each delicately shaped tree. In the early 2000s, “Edna Scissorhands” came to her husband with a proposition....

Ancient rock art sites are hiding all over Arizona, but this one is among the least-known (and most well-preserved) of all. Deep within the vast desert landscape of Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, you’ll find the Maze Trail, a 1.4-mile hike that leads to a sandstone slab riddled with ancient petroglyphs. Created by the Anasazi people up to 700 years ago, one of these pictures resembles a labyrinth whose twists and turns would render it impossible to escape from....

If you enjoy visiting craft breweries and wineries in Illinois then perhaps you would be interested in touring a craft distillery. Making handcrafted vodka, gin, bourbon, rye whiskey, and other spirits, Blaum Bros. Distillery Co. in Galena offers tastings and tours where you can learn about the art of distilling in their state-of-the-art facility. Blaum Bros. Distilling Co. was founded in 2013 by brothers Mike and Matt who discovered their shared love of whiskey....

Monroe Street Books is the largest discount bookseller in Vermont! If you love to read, this bookstore is sure to please. With over 100,000 books to choose from, it’s nearly impossible to walk out of there without finding something that interests you. Monroe Street boasts the largest number of books in the state of Vermont. Monroe Street Books/Facebook At 100,000 titles, that’s pretty hard to beat! Shelves are filled from top to bottom with used books....

Looking for an exciting way to get outdoors and spend time with loved ones? While many Michiganders opt to explore the beach or embark on a camping adventure, one destination here in the Great Lakes State offers a whole new level of high-flying fun. Round up your closest pal or sweetheart and venture to Muskegon for a thrilling journey among the treetops. Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park is located at 462 N Scenic Dr in Muskegon....

Expansive landscape views and heart-stopping sunsets aren’t just for famed Western painters. At this beautiful Airbnb near Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California, you can connect with the landscape in a deep and meaningful way. From the outdoor hot tub you can soak in an expansive 180-degree view of Joshua Tree, Mount San Jacinto, and Mount Gorgonio. Let the sounds of the landscape around you lull you into a state of supreme relaxation....

You’ve got a lot of delicious options at the Over the Top ice cream shop. This Iowa company makes some incredibly good ice cream and the judges agree – it has won numerous national awards for its dairy-fresh flavors. So why is Over the Top’s ice cream so delicious and where can you get one of their perfect cones? Read on to find out. First, we’ll start with the where. Over The Top is located outside Des Moines in Pleasant Hill, Iowa....

New Hampshire is full of history and visiting the small towns and villages here is a great way to understand more about it. You often don’t need to go very far from home. There’s a good chance wherever you are right now offers plenty to see and do. But, making a day of visiting another place in New Hampshire to learn about the past is always a good idea and this town is a great place to start....

When you were a kid, did you ever fantasize about stumbling across a crumbling ruin in the forest? There’s something strangely fascinating about the weathered remains of old buildings and monuments no matter what your age. Luckily, Massachusetts is home to quite a few ruins that you can reach on foot. Even better, the journey is just as scenic as the destination, in these cases. Here are five hikes to ancient ruins in Massachusetts that you’ve got to experience at least once:...

When it comes to where to get the best bagels, most people think of New York City. Most other state’s grocery store bagels just don’t come close to true, classic bagels. Food & Wine published an article in March of 2021 going through some of America’s very best bagel shops. Unsurprisingly, out of 40 of the bagel shops featured, more than 10 of them were based in New York. A few others in Los Angeles, some in a few big cities across the country, and many states never even getting a mention....

Minnesota’s history goes back millennia when the Native Americans first lived on the land. You can see evidence of their presence at places such as Jeffers Petroglyphs, Indian Mounds Regional Park, and many other ancient sites that are well worth visiting. Today, however, we want to introduce a place from Minnesota’s much more recent history. Oliver Kelley Farm is an 1800s homestead in Elk River, Minnesota, that offers up plenty of fascinating history....

Mountain View Trail Rides Horseback Riding and More gives all visitors an unforgettable experience and really is more than just horseback riding! A petting zoo, adventure cave, and gemstone mining are just some of the other activities you can get into here. However, horses are a huge draw especially for those who are interested in horseback riding. Mountain Trail Rides is best known for horseback riding. Mountain Trail Rides Horseback Riding & More/Facebook Advanced reservations are required....

Don’t just read about history but see it with your own eyes (and walk on it!) when you visit San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. This unique waterfront park is dedicated to all things naval. It’s where you can explore the ins and outs of historic ships and see the impact that maritime history has had on Northern California. Perfect for a day trip, young and old alike will be mesmerized by this magnificent park and its endless treasures....

While Missouri is known for being the “cave state” there is a crucial element, abundant in Missouri, that is essential in the formation of caves — water! Missouri has 30 waterways that are recommended for floating and canoeing by the Missouri Canoe & Floaters Association. While the mighty Mississippi and Missouri Rivers are not the safest or cleanest bodies of water to relax in, these 11 rivers are perfect for tubing this summer....

Rhode Island has 15 state parks, and every single one of them is beautiful with its own special amenities. However, when it comes to choosing our favorite, most of us have the same answer: Colt State Park. Known affectionately as the Gem of the State Park System, Colt State Park has been stealing our hearts for decades, and it’s still as enchanting as ever. Colt State Park is located in Bristol, and it’s surrounded by history....

With a bounty of beautiful foliage, fall is perhaps the season where Virginia shines the brightest. The crisp autumn air is an invitation to get outside, hop in the car, and meander down roads where the trees are beginning to explode into their colors. Luckily for us in Virginia, these leaves can be enjoyed in nearly every corner of the state. This particular trip centers around the Blue Ridge Mountains, whose altitude produces some of the most dramatic and magnificent displays of the best fall foliage in Virginia....

If you’re a fan of lingering over a hearty meal in a unique setting, plan to stop for a bite at Ladder I Grill in Barre, Vermont. Set in a former firehouse, Ladder 1 Grill is known for its comfort food, full bar, fun atmosphere, and special events. Although the firehouse was originally built in 1904, it’s currently a popular destination for locals and guests to enjoy a pizza, burger, sandwich, or other classic pub fare....

Fall is a great time to explore scenic places in Minnesota. The summer humidity is gone, but the winter chill hasn’t quite worked its way in yet. Trips to the lake are replaced with cozy evenings indoors and, if you can’t get enough of autumn, an annual trip to see the leaves. After all, there’s nothing more magical than fall foliage in Minnesota, and a leisurely car ride makes for the perfect viewing adventure....

There are so many gorgeous trails in West Virginia that it’s hard to pick a favorite. But this easy, level trail that runs along the Shenandoah River past ruin after ruin in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, is definitely in the running! Hidden away along the banks of the Shenandoah River in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is a short but fascinating walk through history that you can take at any time of year....