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Alabama is home to many types of attractions that are perfect for visiting year-round, including several museums. One museum in particular is Imagination Place. To learn all about this museum, including why it’s worth a visit, take a look below. Imagination Place is located within the Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts in Gadsden, Alabama. tripadvisor/Tastetester11 This hands-on museum is intended for children between the ages of 2 and 10, and it’s the perfect destination for a family day trip....

Did you know that in addition to a more traditional zoo touring experience, Oglebay Good Zoo in West Virginia offers animal encounters? That’s right, you can join a zookeeper inside the habitat of an animal of your choice, helping to feed and train these amazing creatures! The Oglebay Good Zoo in Wheeling is a relatively small zoo, but whatever it may lack in size, it makes up for in love for animals and passion for connecting animals and people....

Churches are special places that can hold a lot of history. There’s something so enchanting about being in a centuries-old place of worship. You can learn a lot about a town’s culture and past in a beautiful old church. Due to Connecticut’s extensive colonial history, we have a lot of old churches here. One that stands apart is the First Church of Christ, also known as Center Church, in Hartford. This place has one of the oldest congregations in the state, and is also one of the oldest churches in Connecticut....

You don’t have to fly all the way to the Caribbean to have a tropical experience. This awesome company offers tours of Salem harbor on their amazing floating tiki bar! All you have to do is make a reservation, belly up to the bar, and enjoy the relaxing scenery with a fun cocktail in hand. Climb aboard your very own private floating tiki bar! Tiki Hut Boats offers entertaining tours of Salem Harbor from their fantastic motorized bar, the “Tiki Time....

Okay, so, we wouldn’t be fooling anybody if we said Colorado was boring in any way. Colorado is, in fact, easily one of the most stunningly beautiful (and incredibly diverse) states in the entire country, and we couldn’t be prouder to call it home (and for some of us, it’s home only in our hearts, but home nonetheless). Folks seem to gravitate to the same areas, like Rocky Mountain National Park, Breckenridge, or Denver – and we can see why!...

Some areas are best enjoyed from the water, especially when it comes to the Potomac River. Although the following local company offers a variety of water adventures, we prefer the relaxing activity of river-tubing. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic sights along the way. Read on to learn more and start planning your serene river-tubing adventure today! Have you ever Googled ‘Where to go river-tubing in Maryland’? Well, your question has been answered....

Hiking just might be one of the most unique activities in all of PA. After all, no matter what trail we hike – whether it’s easy or difficult, long or short – we never know just what we’re going to encounter. We might pass 200-year-old trees, cross a historic covered bridge, or come across mysterious ruins. If you’re a fan of ruins and the past, you’ll likely fall head over heels on Devil’s Hole Trail in Pennsylvania....

The city of Nashville isn’t called “Music City” for nothing, and throughout the year you’ll find it plays host to everyone from Grammy Award-winning musicians to newbies strumming chords down on Broadway. There are plenty of ticketed shows to attend, but we’d also recommend making room for one of the best public events around Musicians Corner. You’re encouraged to bring a lawn chair if you can because once you grab a cold one and settle in to hear some tunes you won’t want to leave....

One of the things we love most about New Hampshire is the ability to explore new places. No matter how long we’ve been here there’s always something new to love. From restaurants to beaches to shops and nature trails, this state packs a punch that a lot of people in other states don’t realize. One of the newest adventures we’ve found are these tiny houses located just next door to New Hampshire’s largest winery and distillery....

The Land of Lincoln is full of astounding beauty with its numerous state parks, rivers, and lakes, including Lake Michigan, which provides plenty of opportunities for recreation. And with all the beauty, it may come as no surprise that the state has seven designated National Scenic Byways ranging in length from 33 miles to 550 miles. If you only have a half-day or a day available for a scenic drive, there’s no byway quite like the 33-mile Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway — and the numerous hidden gems you’ll find along the way....

When you live on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, even visiting a neighboring island requires plane tickets and hotel reservations. Luckily, depending on which island you call home, you will find that there are a variety of day trips possible to make the most of your Saturday off. From short road trips and farm trails to kayaking trips and adventure parks, these are 13 of the best day trips throughout Hawaii that you need to check out for yourself!...

Flower gardens may be all the rage, but have you ever visited a rock garden? While it may not sound like anything special, rock gardens can actually be just as visually stunning as the kinds with blooms and trees, as evidenced by Colorado’s very own Gardens On Spring Creek: Located in Fort Collins, the Gardens on Spring Creek is arguably Northern Colorado’s most beautiful garden oasis, thanks to its size and various themes....

From coastal paths to woodland hikes, Rhode Island has its fair share of gorgeous trails. To help you discover new places for your next outdoor adventure, today’s featured hike takes you on a delightful forested journey. The King/Benson Preserve Trail is an enchanting walk any time of the year. The King/Benson Trail takes you through not one but two wonderful land trust properties that are adjacent to one another. At just over 3 miles, this trail will take you on a journey of varied sights that never grow old....

Along with bluegrass music, catfish, and magnolia flowers, Mississippi is also known for its barbecue. Therefore, if you’re planning to be in Natchez, a city in Mississippi that’s right on the river, head to The Pig Out Inn to enjoy some barbecue favorites like ribs, sausage, beef brisket and pulled pork. The Pig Out Inn is a family run business that’s been a staple in the local community for over 20 years....

We’re big believers in the idea that beauty can be found all over, but when you truly want to get lost in the forest sometimes a true hike is the best option. There are tons of nature and trails here in New Hampshire, but depending on where you live getting to it could be half the day. That’s why we love the idea of using this glamping tent as a base camp for access to some lovely trails....

Before the era of online shopping and giant department stores, there were charming old fashioned general stores scattered across small town America. These places would typically offer everything from post offices to small delis, groceries, and even farm supplies. You were almost guaranteed to become friendly with the owners of these neighborhood establishments, as you would have relied on them for all your household needs. Though the times have changed, this amazing traditional general store still remains in Rhode Island, and is perfect to visit and get an idea of what life was once like....

There are quite a few foods we equate with New Hampshire. Seafood is definitely our favorite and it’s easy to find along the coast and spots further inland. In addition to that we’ve got great BBQ, Mexican and a whole host of others. But one thing that might not come to mind when considering food here in the state are pickles. And that’s what makes the existence of this festival even more special!...

There’s no shortage of beautiful places to wake up in Maine, but we’re partial to the ones that include lots and lots of nature. Camping in any region of the state allows for this. As long as you don’t mind spending the night sleeping on the ground you’ve got tons of options! If you’d rather travel in the comfort of an RV, you’ll want to visit this spot in downeast Maine....

For an adventure unlike any other, you can stay in a floating cabin rental in Alaska to truly get away from it all. Located in a remote spot in Prince William Sound, you can fall asleep to the quiet sounds of the waves lapping the edges of your dock. This secluded getaway in Alaska is the perfect way to experience all the beauty this state has to offer in the summer time....

North Dakota is a state kind of known around paranormal circles as being particularly active. It’s not difficult to find entire lists of places said to be haunted in this beautiful (but admittedly kind of eerie) state. North Dakota is full of old towns, and in those old towns are old buildings – and those old buildings hold a lot of history. Let’s take a look at a particularly spooky historic haunted inn in North Dakota that you might have heard of but never visited....