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Do you ever just stop to marvel at how much gorgeous natural scenery surrounds us in North Carolina? We have so many ways to explore that beauty, but one of the best ways is by getting outdoors and embarking on scenic hiking trails. Bluff Mountain Trail in North Carolina, for example, offers an abundance of natural beauty – from colorful wildflowers to an overlook with sensational mountain views. Nestled in Doughton Park in Traphill, Bluff Mountain Trail meanders more than 7....

If you’re looking for the perfect way to spend a warm day in Florida, look no further. Buccaneer Bay in Florida is a place that is jam-packed with fun, from the sandy beaches to the high-flying flumes. This incredible attraction outside of Spring Hill is one part waterpark, one part natural spring. Who’s ready for some family fun?! What better way to spend a day in Florida than at the wackiest, wildest, most incredible waterpark in the state....

I don’t know about you but I love discovering hidden dining gems in Oklahoma. You wouldn’t think one would be hiding inside a gun range but if you head to H&H Gun Range in Oklahoma City you’ll discover a little place called 4U Cafe. This little cafe is a mom-and-pop restaurant that serves a full menu complete with fresh, never frozen, hamburgers, hand-cut french fries, onion rings, and more. 4U Cafe is located inside H&H Gun Range at 400 South Vermont Avenue in Oklahoma City....

The landscape and history of New Hampshire are beautiful and fun to explore, but sometimes the history can be creepy. There are quite a few places that, for one reason or another, are now completely void of people. Often times you can still see the remnants of what life was like back when things were thriving and that’s the creepiest part of all. If this is the sort of thing that gets you excited, make your way to Livermore!...

When you’re looking for a fun time in the First State, you might think of the beaches, or gardens, or picking crabs by the bay. What you might not think of is visiting a place where you can step back to your childhood to enjoy some fun-filled science in Delaware. What do we mean? Well, check out the Great STEMporium — the newest place to see in Lewes. The newest restaurant in Lewes isn’t actually a restaurant at all!...

We heard your travel bug bite is still itching. Our first article about unique day trips in Iowa was so popular, we had people asking for more. So, here are 11 more unique day trips in Iowa that you must take this summer! Enjoy a night at the drive-in theater. Flickr / Thomas Hawk Sit back, put the top down, and enjoy a unique end-of-the-day experience at the drive-in theater. There are drive-in theaters in Spirit Lake, Newton, Delmar, Blue Grass, and more....

Located just minutes from the city of Chattanooga is an incredible mountain known for its natural beauty and extraordinary experiences. While the views of the Chattanooga Valley are reason enough to go, Lookout Mountain in Tennessee offers something even greater. Visitors to the area can tour the Rock City attraction and see across seven states at the same time. Here’s more about this incredible lookout: Lookout Mountain encompasses three exciting attractions for nature-lovers....

There are lots of reasons Tishomingo State Park rocks, including rocks! That’s right: towering rock formations are among the 1,530-acre park’s most notable features. And while they’re stunning on their own, the giant stone structures at Tishomingo State Park are even more impressive when you learn that they don’t exist anywhere else in Mississippi. Rock formations are a rarity in Mississippi. In fact, the only place you can find them is in Tishomingo State Park and the immediately surrounding areas....

Calling all hungry Marylanders! If you love old-fashioned country food, then you’ll want to visit Penn Alps Restaurant. Although this place may be a journey for some, it’s worth the trip — especially once you see the food, craft shop, and artisan village! This place has it all and there’s truly no other eatery in the state quite like it. Read on to learn more and bring a hearty appetite to this Maryland Amish buffet....

There’s nothing like an impromptu day trip excursion, especially when you don’t need to do any of the driving yourself. In Florida, there are plenty of chances to get away for an overnight or a few days, climbing aboard the local Amtrak train. Not only is planning a trip on the Amtrak website extremely easy, but you also can add some stops, make an entire itinerary, and purchase tickets in one fell swoop....

If you want to enjoy the best ribs in Wisconsin, don’t go looking for the BBQ king – find the BBQ queen. Speed Queen Bar-B-Q in Milwaukee has been serving up some of the best BBQ ribs in Wisconsin for decades, and that’s not all. This iconic restaurant also delivers top-shelf smoked turkey, fried catfish, and so much more. Feeling hungry? Here’s why you need to make fast tracks to Speed Queen....

Nestled within Jennings County, there’s a pleasant little slice of paradise that’s perfect for nature lovers and hikers. It’s not terribly enormous, at just 179 acres in size, but there is plenty of amazing natural beauty packed into the space from end to end. It’s easily one of the Hoosier State’s most underrated little oases, and we feel like it definitely deserves more love than it often gets. Take a relaxing walk around the Calli Nature Preserve in Indiana, and learn what it really means to appreciate the magnificent world around us....

Ghost stories and ghoulish myths are the lifeblood of the autumn season, but if you’re here in Tennessee there are a few places that boast scary stories throughout the entire year. The Read House Hotel is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and it’s become a well-known haunt (if you will) for luxury seekers and history buffs in tandem. We’ve taken a look at the beautiful building ourselves, and we have to say…this one is a keeper....

When it comes to quirky roadside attractions, Minnesota has more than its share. From giant fish to funky water towers, there’s always something unique to see on any road trip. If you ever find yourself traveling through southwestern Minnesota, you may be interested in the roadside attraction we want to introduce today. It’s a vintage windmill farm that is sure to delight. Check it out: Windmill Farm is a little-known roadside attraction in the tiny town of Jasper, Minnesota....

If there’s one thing Washington does right, it’s wine — in fact, Walla Walla was just named the best wine region in the U.S. for the second consecutive year. But if you’re a fan of wine tasting, you’re already aware that it can make you quite hungry. Luckily, Woodinville’s DeLille Cellars just announced the opening of an on-site restaurant, and so far the reviews are outstanding. DeLille Cellars is located on NE 145th Street in Woodinville, in the former Old Redhook Brewery building....

The Acadiana Park Nature Station is one of the most underrated natural areas in Louisiana, and it’s time you paid it a visit. Established in 1978, the little slice of paradise in Lafayette features 150 acres of some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the state. Whether you’re just looking for a solo stroll or you have the whole family in tow ready for a day of adventure, this wooded wonderland is picture-perfect....

Want to get a taste of wine country? Or, maybe you’ve been dreaming of a European adventure? Well, you’re in luck. There’s a place right here in Arkansas where you can experience both (and a whole lot more) – and it’s Altus! Southern charm and old world charm collide in Altus, a small rural town known for its German-Swiss heritage, coal mining roots, and abundance of wineries. arkansas.com Start your visit to Altus at the Heritage House Museum, where you can learn all about the region’s history....

Who doesn’t love to visit a pumpkin patch? Now that it’s officially autumn, the fall fun in South Dakota has already begun. From escaping corn mazes to relaxing on hayrides, South Dakota offers something for everyone during the most colorful season of the year. When you’re ready to go pumpkin picking, make a beeline for one of the best pumpkin patches in South Dakota. Lil Harvester’s Pumpkin Patch - Rapid City Lil Harvester’s Pumpkin Patch/Facebook Find the perfect pumpkins and let the little ones enjoy exploring the patch or taking a ride in their tractor-drawn train....

Pennsylvania promises plenty to do, especially outdoors, all year around. But, there’s just something special about summer in Pennsylvania. Endless days filled with golden sunshine, bare feet, and the chimes of the ice cream truck making its away around the neighborhood… it’s pure magic! Make the season truly unforgettable by embarking on these 10 summer day trips in Pennsylvania. Meadow Run Natural Water Slide Flickr/David Fulmer The humidity in Pennsylvania can sometimes become unbearable during the summer....

New Jersey is the Garden State, so it should come as no surprise that we have hundreds upon thousands of farms. Many of these are private while others are open to the public, and a select few even offer pick-your-own fruit and vegetable opportunities. These make for a family-friendly trip filled with fun and fresh foods! The following u-pick farms in New Jersey are some of the most popular destinations throughout the state....