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When you need a break from the city, you have plenty of options. From Barataria Preserve to Fontainebleau State Park, there are several options for anyone looking to surround themselves in nature for a few hours. Just down the street from Fontainebleau State Park lies an incredible hidden gem, and it’s worthy of the drive from New Orleans. The Northlake Nature Center is a perfect spot to stroll through the boardwalk trails and just take in all the lovely swamp and marsh views....

There’s nothing better than a flavorful helping of authentic Italian cuisine. From pasta to lasagna to freshly baked bread, it’s hard to go wrong with this mouthwatering fare. Italian food has a long and delicious history here in the United States, but there’s one amazing restaurant that has remained in operation since the late 19th century, and you’ll surely want to visit for yourself. Ristorante Fior d’Italia is located at 2237 Mason St....

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, folks! No, we aren’t talking about Christmas at the Capitol, all of the many parades of light, or other SoDak traditions, but rather our iconic holiday foods! While some of this cuisine can be enjoyed year-round, others only make an appearance around Christmastime, including: 1. Julekake Flickr/Rich Renomeron While Santa is receiving break-and-bake cookies from the rest of the country, he is enjoying delicious Julekake here in South Dakota....

What better way is there to ring in the new year than a meteor shower? In early January, a truly one-of-a-kind annual meteor shower will kick off the new year with more shooting stars than previous years have seen. The annual Quadrantid meteor shower could produce up to 100 shooting stars per hour during its peak in 2020—and you can view it right here in Ohio. Here’s what you need to know about when this spectacular event will occur and how you can experience it:...

Antique shoppers and collectors will love this handmade market in Noblesville, Indiana that is all about authentic and old-fashioned things. More than just a store, this place also features a tiny restaurant that locals can’t resist. Check it out: Mercantile 37 in central Indiana is situated in a historic building that has undergone many hands and housed several different businesses over the years. Facebook/Mercantile 37 Newly restored in 2018, this unique place is a market, cafe, and studio showroom all-in-one that is a joy to shop through and relax in....

With all of the advances in technology over the last few decades, people no longer have to visit their local library every time they want to write a paper, learn about the world around them, or find an entertaining way to pass the time. Still, nothing can replace the experience of visiting a library in person and setting out on your next literary adventure. This is especially true if your library is anywhere near as impressive as the Central Library in Milwaukee....

Restaurants each have their own unique personality, don’t they? Some are large with the sound of conversations barely audible over the eatery’s musical playlist. Others, on the other hand, offer a quaint, cozy experience. When you’re in the mood for a charming yet cozy dining experience, go to this tiny restaurant in Pennsylvania that serves authentic Italian dishes. Bring your own beer and a hearty appetite with you when you dine at Moonlight Cafe, in Dover, a tiny restaurant that serves…...

Cajun restaurants are a dime a dozen here in Louisiana. While each one has its own unique twist on Cajun cuisine, there’s one that stands out from the rest, and that’s Poor Boy’s Riverside Inn. This hidden gem has been serving up some of the most incredible Cajun cuisine for over 85 years, and they just keep getting better and better. Gas up the car, because this rustic restaurant is worth a road trip for....

It’s never too early to start planning for winter, right? Especially if those plans involve renting out your very own private igloo to escape the cold weather. Ponce City Market has a lot going on, especially when you make your way up to the roof. You might have visited Skyline Park when the weather was nice, but when it gets cold, it becomes an entirely different place. Sidle up inside a private igloo on the roof for an experience in Georgia you’ll never forget....

Did you know winter is the perfect time to do some stargazing here in New Mexico? If you can stand the frigid temperatures, then the long nights and clearer skies make for the perfect viewing opportunity for stars, meteors, planets, and the moon. However, if staying up until the wee morning hours in your car or just outside a tiny tent doesn’t sound particularly tempting, then you may enjoy staying at one little lodge in northern New Mexico....

Applefests are a traditional, classic event held in towns all over the place. They’re always fun, but not all of them are as fun as this particular one. Head over to the unique location of Buckstop Junction, a historic “town” of sorts near Bismarck, and enjoy this annual event that’ll be full of food, entertainment, and all sorts of fun this year – and it’s for a good cause. Buckstop Junction is a historic town just outside of Bismarck made up of old, restored, and relocated buildings from small towns all over North Dakota....

There’s never a wrong time to spoil yourself with a day of fun while shopping around a unique gift shop. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the heart of the Queen City, then hop in your car and enjoy an easy half-hour drive up to Niagara County to discover a multi-level gift shop that’s unlike any other in our state. See for yourself! Taking up more than 8,000-square feet in an old building that dates back to 1910 in historic Lockport, The Warehouse Gift Shops will be your new favorite place to go shopping....

We’re always on the lookout for fascinating historic spots to explore in the Gem State. However, you might get more than you bargained for when you visit this century-old ranch in southern Idaho. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, this old ranch definitely has a rich history. But it also happens to be considered one of the most haunted spots in the state. Think you have what it takes to see this place for yourself?...

It almost seems fitting that the most isolated town in North Carolina is perhaps also the most haunted town. This small sliver of land only accessed by ferry, boat, or plane, remains in the same solitude of its early days. Yet, beneath the live oaks, marshland, tide forests, and beautiful beaches is something much darker. The lingering history of Ocracoke, from Blackbeard and his pirates, to generations of families inhabiting the island, has created quite a hotbed for paranormal activity and some that is primarily unknown to others....

Historical hidden gems can be found scattered all throughout Buffalo, some requiring a bit of effort to discover within the city while others can be found hiding in plain sight. Unbeknownst to many, you can find a piece of living history that will stop you in your tracks right on the roadside in one of Buffalo’s most charming historic districts. Dating all the way back to before the city was even founded, see why there’s no other historical landmark like this towering tree in the Queen City....

Colorado: We have some good news and bad news for you! The good news? We live in the greatest state in America, which literally everyone else knows and acknowledges. The bad news? Since we live in the greatest state, everyone and their dog is trying to move here, too, which is making for a downright outrageous cost of living. Case in point: These four Colorado towns were just named some of the most expensive in America by the online loan marketplace LendingTree....

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, freshly baked cinnamon rolls, and delightful sugar cookies — these are just a few of the classic flavors of Christmas. But nothing gets you in the festive spirit quite like a delicious mug of eggnog. Cuddle up by a roaring fire and enjoy this wonderful holiday beverage. Arethusa Farm Dairy’s retail stores have the most delicious eggnog around. Arethusa Farm is located on a picturesque plot of land in Litchfield Hills....

Contrary to what you might think, Ohio is fun for families. (Be sure to check out this list.) If you’ve yet to take a day trip (or week-long trip) to Put-In-Bay, we’re about to give you one more reason to do so. The Butterfly House at Put-In-Bay is arguably the state’s most magical place to play with butterflies. Kids and adults alike are enchanted by this indoor wonderland, which feels like a magical forest....

If there is one thing in particular that’s guaranteed to make a grown-up feel (and act!) like a kid again… it’s a tall glass of creamy, cold, chocolate milk. A close second is perhaps a bowl of creamy ice cream. You’ll find both – and more – plus loads of fun at this (organic) dairy farm in South Carolina. Happy Cow Creamery is home to a whole herd of ‘happy cows....

North Carolina’s most visited outdoor attraction is the famous chimney rock which juts out of the earth like a giant tooth standing 315 feet tall. And while climbing up there and standing on the top to overlook the valley and Lake Lure below is a must for any first visit to the state park, there are many other attractions and activities at this park as well – including an upcoming hike that promises to be the most unique you’ll take this year....