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Hiking gives visitors an up close look at incredible landscapes. Challenge your hike with the Amphitheater Lake Trail in Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park. Grab water, proper shoes and hiking attire and be prepared to climb for these amazing views. The Amphitheater Lake Trail views are breathtaking and jaw dropping. cmhprh / Tripadvisor Close to the top you can catch a glimpse of Bradley and Taggart Lake. Continue to follow the trail though as you make your way to Amphitheater Lake....

I don’t know about you but I can’t wait for the arrival of spring. From the smell of fresh flowers to warmer weather to sunny days, spring is full of beauty. One place to go in the Sooner State to enjoy the arrival of spring is the Tulsa Botanic Blooms Festival at Tulsa Botanic Gardens. This festival runs from March 18-April 18, 2021 and it’s is one of the largest spring floral festivals in the region with a multitude of colors as over 120,000 blossoms come to life....

Spring has some beautiful annual traditions that not even quarantine can cancel – from the Lyrid meteors that will dart across the sky this April to the return of the hummingbirds in Pittsburgh. In the coming weeks, the ruby-throated hummingbirds will complete their migration from the south, arriving in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Here’s how you can attract them to your yard. Start prepping your yard for the return of the ruby-throated hummingbirds to Southwestern Pennsylvania....

OK, we admit it: that title is a bit of a stretch, but the place we’re talking about today is still pretty creepy. In a state that receives a record amount of sunshine, it’s difficult to find places that are particularly scary, since the “dark and stormy night” scenarios rarely play out here. However, if there is any place in the state that routinely receives a reputation for being ridiculously haunted, offering many visitors more than they bargained for during their stay, that location is definitely Jerome....

Springtime is here and there’s a flowery festival in Maryland that you won’t want to miss. Read on to learn about Daffodil Days, a cheery event featuring over 25,000 daffodils! Today we’re featuring Daffodil Days, a springtime event coming up in St. Michaels, Maryland. Google Maps St. Michaels is always a great place to visit. The water views, charming bed & breakfasts, restaurants, and local shops draw visitors from all around Maryland and beyond....

While Massachusetts has numerous world-renowned museums like the American Heritage Museum in Hudson and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, there may be some you haven’t even heard of. Tucked away in a shopping plaza in Hyannis, the Massachusetts Air and Space Museum is a hidden gem you should add to your list of museums to visit. Massachusetts Air and Space Museum may not be that well-known yet, but if you love to learn about aviation and space travel, this is the museum for you....

South Carolina has always been incredible, with its sprawling coasts, scenic wonders, historic sites, and fabulous outdoor opportunities. For this budget-friendly road trip, we will explore Myrtle Beach, its coastal vibes, and bustling activities. By the end of this article, you will see why vacationers flock to this popular destination. For this road trip, our first stop is Market Common; we will wrap things up at Vereen Memorial Gardens. Mrytle Beach Road Trip/MapCustomizer...

Tennessee is known for its incredible state history, and it’s a phenomenal place to spend a long weekend or a summer vacation if you’re looking to learn more about the American south. In Clifton, a small town located in Wayne County, The Landing is one of the preeminent places for visitors to stay. With fewer than 3,000 people calling Clifton home, The Landing in Tennessee a perfect hidden gem for folks looking to explore the state’s lesser-known areas while still enjoying all the charm of small-town life....

Anyone who has lived in or visited Maine knows (after just a few days!) that this state is full of history. That’s one of the best things about exploring the many small towns. In addition to great stories that stem from the state’s 201-year history, there are great new things to see. From restaurants to bars to trails and waterfront, one particular town offers it all. Head to southern Maine to visit the oldest town in the state!...

The Sawdust Art Festival draws a crowd of more than 200,000 people to Laguna Beach, California, each year. Held from July to early September, the annual event features hundreds of local artists working with ceramics, clothing, glass, jewelry, metal, leatherwork, painting, photography, sculpture, and woodworking. It’s an excellent way to get to know local artists and become familiar with different art media. From the venue’s entrance, you know you’re in for a day of art and discovery....

Here in Oregon, the wanderlust is real. With some of the most picturesque parks and natural wonders in the country, there are seemingly endless opportunities for outdoor recreation in The Beaver State. And in Bend, Oregon there’s a place that specializes in satisfying even the most acute case of wanderlust. The aptly named Wanderlust Tours offers a wide variety tours and trips throughout the year, exploring some of The Beaver State’s most wondrous places....

There’s something so charming about a covered bridge and yet, very few remain around the Prairie State. If you’re looking for a road trip adventure that will take a day to complete, here’s an itinerary we put together that will take you to seven covered bridges around central and southern Illinois. Google Maps Of course, you can take more time and complete it over the course of two or three days instead and customize it to fit your needs by using this interactive Google maps link....

If you lived in the Lafayette area around 2011-2015, you may remember Viva La Waffle, an awesome waffle-themed food truck with a fervent following. When the food truck closed its window in 2015, it left a waffle-shaped hole in many Acadian’s hearts. Well, hold to your buns, y’all, because Viva La Waffle has returned, this time with a brick-and-mortar shop and even more delicious waffle sandwiches to enjoy. As of March 2021, Lafayette locals can once again enjoy the waffle sandwiches from Viva La Waffle....

Virginia is chock-full of must-see destinations that are known the world over. From Historic Jamestown to Shenandoah National Park, Virginia Beach, and Mount Vernon, these iconic attractions are always worth a visit. Yet we have a special fondness for the lesser-known destinations. These are the kinds of places that may require a bit more time and effort to find but are always worth the search. And, you might discover that they’re located practically right under your nose!...

South Dakotans are beginning to slowly melt, which can only mean one thing: Summer has reared its sunny head. Are you looking for creative ways to stay cool? If so, we recommend you chase these 6 South Dakota waterfalls, all of which are sure to keep you cool: Falls Park (Sioux Falls) TripAdvisor/Brian R Quite possibly the best-known waterfall in the Mount Rushmore State is the iconic Falls Park, which just so happens also to be the state’s tallest!...

Locally-sourced ingredients can make or break a dining experience. There’s just something about crisp, delicious, fresh produce that can’t always be captured when you’re buying in bulk from big box stores. For most restaurants, locally-sourced means purchasing through local growers and producers… but for Felice Urban Cafe in Cleveland, it means walking over to the restaurant’s garden and harvesting ingredients once they’re good and ready. This restaurant is quirky – in the absolute best sense of the word....

In the 1840s, as northern states in the U.S. were flourishing during the period of industrialization, the South loomed far behind until one man, William Gregg, moved into South Carolina and made some changes. His insight and efforts brought the South into play with the prospering New England states, making one little town in South Carolina one of the first mill towns in the entire South. Established in 1845, Graniteville, South Carolina, is still around and boasts approximately 3,300 residents....

Did you know that there is a pristine network of trails at the base of Casper Mountain? Rotary Park makes hiking easy for anyone to enjoy, and the views of the basin and Garden Creek Waterfall make this a must-see hiking spot in Wyoming. Rotary Park is a city park at the base of Casper Mountain - but this is far from any ordinary city park! Tripadvisor / Shadman2016 The park contains a couple of short trails that each lead to beautiful landscapes and stunning overlooks, and they’re suitable for all levels of hiking....

In Upstate New York, there’s a particularly epic, 176-foot waterfall that attracts upwards of 8 million visitors each year and definitely demands the spotlight. Of course, we’re talking about Niagara Falls, which truly is one of the world’s most splendid natural wonders. However, there’s another destination that’s less than two hours from the world-famous falls that’s equally wondrous and meritorious in its own right: Letchworth State Park. This New York State Park has some of the most sublime scenery in the country....

There seem to be historical sites everywhere you turn in Kentucky. You can be walking down a road in Louisville and come across a historical marker or on a hike in the woods and pass the remnants of a home built generations ago. If you know anything about Kentucky history then hopefully you know that Abraham Lincoln was born in the Bluegrass State. There are many dedicated areas where you can learn about Lincoln’s early life in our state and one place is the Lincoln Homestead State Park....