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Dela-where? Yep. It’s the question that all native Delawareans are used to answering. No, we don’t mean a county in Pennsylvania or a town in Ohio. This is Delaware: the second smallest state, the center of the East Coast, and a place that many are proud to call home. Here are 20 undeniable reasons we think everyone should love Delaware. Because it’s good being first! Jeffrey / Flickr First in the nation, that is....

Is there anything more majestic than a geyser shooting into the air? America is dotted with countless of these natural beauties just waiting to be discovered. Even if you don’t feel like trekking out to see Old Faithful, you’re sure to be delighted by one of these lesser-known geysers in the U.S. Morning Glory Geyser, Wyoming Flickr/Michael Matti Morning Gory Geyser, more commonly known as Morning Glory Pool, is a geyser located in Yellowstone National Park....

Do you love foods that are a bit out of the ordinary? Adore a sweet and salty snack? Then we have just the dining destination for you. Check out this Vermont cider mill where you can tuck into an apple cider doughnut grilled cheese. For real. One bite of this apple cider doughnut grilled cheese and your tastebuds will be shocked. In a good way. Facebook/Cold Hollow Cider Mill You’ll find this crazy fall concoction at Cold Hollow Cider Mill in Waterbury Center....

This is one of the best times of year to be in Maine. The sun is setting earlier, forcing us inside to spend some quiet time either alone or with loved one. The weather is just a bit chillier in the morning and slowly the temperatures will get crisper throughout the day. This is the best time for getting outside and enjoying some of Maine’s many apple orchards and farms. This one, located in Livermore, is one of our favorites....

Outside of Hot Springs resides a hauntingly beautiful factory in ruin. What was once a successful facility for natural spring water is now a piece of reclaimed nature. Although not much of the original building still stands, let’s take a quiet tour through around these somber grounds. This tour is brought to us by our friends over at AbandonedAR. They travel to forgotten locations all over the state to preserve these places through historic documentation....

Meal time can become monotonous, can’t it? Whether we eat out or at home, we can easily find ourselves in a rut, eating just to eat rather than to really savor every bite. If you want to mix things up a bit, head over to this German restaurant in Oklahoma. There, you’ll discover a taste-tantalizing menu of popular German appetizers and entrees, certain to leave you stuffed and happy. Journey all the way to Germany, or at least feel as though you have, when you dig into an authentic German meal at Royal Bavaria Restaurant in Oklahoma City....

If you love Halloween and/or art, RISE of the Jack O’Lanterns is the event for you. The show travels and is in several locations each autumn. This year, we’re lucky to have it back in New Jersey. The event brings together 200 talented artists who create around 30,000 striking pumpkins in total. The New Jersey location features 5,000 hand-carved illuminated Jack O’Lanterns creatively arranged along a scenic walking trail that’s sure to bring out the Halloween spirit in kids and adults alike....

For many of us, the best part of the holidays is being able to enjoy all the decorative lights. While some might not expect Florida to have much of a light show, there is one epic drive-thru show that is out of this world. Not only will you be able to drive through the largest drive-thru light show in Florida with the whole family, but you’ll be able to do so on one of the most incredible speedways in the world....

While we love a beautiful day in Maine, let’s all admit that they can’t all be stunners. We’re coming up on the season when the weather gets unpredictable and that’s when we like to have plenty of indoor activities planned. Our favorite? Bargain hunting! This indoor flea market in Maine offers some of the best finds for those who love a good treasure hunt. And, best of all, there are two different buildings to explore....

We’re always in love with Kansas cafes, especially if they serve home cooked meals like we used to eat at home with family. This amazing little cafe is hiding out in the corner of Kansas, and is the perfect place to stop if you’re headed this way. Have you been to this little cafe on the edge before? That little cafe hiding out in the corner of our state is Big C’s, a diamond in the rough and a great spot to eat....

If you’re looking for the highest quality milk and cheese in the state, head to Swan Bros. Dairy Farm in Claremore. This 100-acre farm has been a legacy since 1923 and is open to the public with a farm store and picture window within their milking parlor that allows visitors to watch as the cows are being milked. This educational and family-friendly experience is fun or everyone who stops by. Check it out below....

You don’t have to be stuck in the costume cycle rut. That frustrating pattern of buying you or your kids a generic bagged costume for one night only to have it sit in a closet until the next garage sale rolls around. We love all chain spooky stores but there’s something special about being able to support a local business, especially one that’s open year-round! Let’s break the cycle and support a local shop by renting a costume from Spotlight Characters....

There are several types of restaurants located throughout Alabama, some of which have been around for many years. One of these restaurants is Tasty Dip, an old fashioned drive-in restaurant that hasn’t changed in decades. For information about Tasty Dip, including why you should visit, take a look below. Tasty Dip is located in Heflin, Alabama. This old fashioned drive-in restaurant is a true blast from the past. flickr/Thomas Hawk...

Visit one of North Dakota’s most picturesque small towns and enjoy a meal at one of the adorable restaurants there. This lovely little spot is a perfect snapshot of quiet, small-town life in North Dakota with delicious, home cooking that you’ll love. Keep reading to find out more – and why you should visit this place. Visit the lovely town of Park River, North Dakota. At just around 1,400 residents, it’s the perfect small town with a great community and plenty of things to see....

If you’re looking for a way to take a vacation without ever leaving Delaware, you’ll want to head down to Rehoboth Beach! Not only is our biggest beach town fun all year long, but it’s home to the best tiki bar in Delaware. Stop by and see what’s going on at this Key West-style cabana. Zoggs Raw Bar and Grill is a tropical tiki paradise right here in Delaware - so head on over to the place where summer never ends....

If you love vintage shopping and great food, there’s a cute little place in Gilman, Illinois you’ll want to visit as soon as possible. This antique store cafe is popular among locals and out of staters alike. Shop furniture, soaps, candles, jewelry, and much more at this shop. Check it out: The Gathering is an award-winning antique store on the east side of Illinois that is open daily and known for its charming, old-fashioned items....

Think you have to fly to Africa to visit the final resting place of Egyptian royalty? Think again. There’s actually a real royal Egyptian tomb right here in Vermont. Here’s how you can visit the grave site of an actual Egyptian prince without leaving the state. Wikimedia Commons/tutincommon (John Campana) Getty/Cinoby Amum Her Khepesh Ef was an Egyptian prince who was born in Egypt around 1881 B.C., during the period known as the Middle Kingdom....

Around 30 miles south of Newcastle, Wyoming there’s an unassuming little ranch that has become a major draw for paleontologists and amateur dinosaur hunters alike. At first glance, the area looks just like any other spot on the high plains of the Cowboy State but, until about 20 years ago, it was hiding a secret millions of years old. In 1998, the ground started giving up its hidden treasures, giving Wyoming and the world some of the most legendary finds from the Cretaceous era to be unearthed anywhere....

When you’re in the mood for some quality Mexican food in Louisiana, one place stands out from the rest, and that’s El Cabo Verde. The drinks are ice cold, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is so welcoming, you may never want to leave. What more could you ask for? You’ll find El Cabo Verde in Shreveport, Louisiana. Wallace McKeel/Google Established in 2016, chef Gabriel is a Mexican native who moved all around the United States before settling in Shreveport to open this little Mexican joint....

Food is something that brings us all together and it is also something that can take you all over the city. Cincinnati has so many outstanding local restaurants, both within the city limits and on the outskirts. Since Northern Kentucky is basically considered a southern suburb of Cincinnati, let’s head across the river to Fort Thomas. This beautiful area offers up some delicious eats and one of them is hiding some of the best wings in Cincinnati....