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The next time you’re hoping for a great, big dose of nostalgia, then head to Cherokee, North Carolina and book a room at the Pink Motel. Drive-up motor lodges like this one are becoming a casualty of progress. Fortunately, though, the Pink Motel and its vintage neon Tinkerbell sign are still thriving as if it’s still 60 or 70 years ago, when a place like this was your first choice when you could afford to travel – and get a nice place to spend the night....

This cold and snowy time of year, there is no better place to be than somewhere that is warm, cozy, and offers a great wine selection. Is this your idea of heaven? Lucky for us, the Mount Rushmore State is full of these charming bars and restaurants, including the ultra-cozy (and delicious) Dakotah Steakhouse: Located in beautiful Rapid City is the equally beautiful Dakotah Steakhouse, which is home to one of the best menus and ambiances in South Dakota....

It’s no surprise that Virginia would be home to some of the most livable towns in the U.S. And a recent poll by Money has confirmed our suspicions. Within the ranking, you’ll find Dranesville, Virginia as number 14 out of the 100 Best Places To Live In The U.S. Many aren’t familiar with this region of Virginia, let alone considered moving there. So without further ado, here’s more on the area that has recently been put on the map....

Lots of activities are more fun when wine is involved – and painting is one of them. And while bringing wine, or any other adult beverage for that matter, to a paint class is normally frowned upon, that’s not the case at Canvas and Cocktails. Just as the name implies, the art studio welcomes the idea of visitors bringing along their favorite drink. Take a look: Located in Gulfport, Canvas and Cocktails opened back in 2008....

Easily one of the biggest holiday experiences one could have in Georgia, Fantasy in Lights at Callaway Gardens is an epic way to welcome the winter season. Named one of the “Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights” by National Geographic, you’ll see these stunning gardens lit up with over 8 million lights! Purchase your tickets today and see for yourself why this highly coveted holiday festival is a family tradition for many....

The holiday season in Massachusetts means family, hot chocolate and plenty of glittering lights. Lucky for us, this enchanting winter walk delivers all three. Gardens Aglow at Heritage Museums & Gardens will lead you through a wonderland of lights plus plenty of festive activities. If you’re looking for your next holiday tradition, be sure to check out the best winter hike in Massachusetts. This treasured holiday event transforms the grounds of Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich with over 12 miles of twinkling holiday lights....

The month of October isn’t over just yet and there’s still plenty of time to enjoy all of your favorite spooky attractions. All throughout the Empire State during this time of year, we see some of our most historical destinations transform into something new anad spooktacular. If you make your way out to the town of Bellport though, you’ll find that the region’s oldest theater truly emerges into something completely new and terrifying once the fall season rolls around....

How’s your Christmas spirit? Have you got it? If so, do you think you – and your friends or family – have enough Christmas spirit to help Buddy the Elf fix Santa’s sleigh in time for Christmas Eve? If not, there’ll be a whole lot of heartbroken boys and girls all around the globe. However, if your team makes it out of this Christmas escape room in Missouri, you’ll save Christmas....

If you’re an avid waterfall chaser, then you already may have conquered these seven easy waterfall hikes in South Carolina. When you’re ready to step up to another challenge level, head toward the Jocassee Gorges for a scenic hike that leads to an 80-foot waterfall that spills into the breathtaking Lake Jocassee. Seen here from Jumping off Rock Overlook found on Horse Pasture Road, Lake Jocassee dazzles from both high above, as well as from on the water....

Have you ever been so hungry, you start to wonder just how much you really could eat at once? Have you ever eaten something the size of your head? These cinnamon rolls are huge, and it would be hard to eat them all at once if they weren’t so delicious. Come have one for yourself, or take it home for later! Welcome to Carriage Crossing, a home style restaurant in Yoder that’s run by the local Amish community....

Iowans really have a sweet tooth – after all, the ice cream capital of the world is right here! For the tastiest sweet treats in the state, visit Lagomarcino’s in Davenport, where you’ll find one of the best candy shops in Iowa. Lagomarcino’s Confectionary has been a Davenport icon since 1997. Google Local / Joe Tulley The Lagomarcino family has been making the best sweets in the region since 1908, when the first chocolatier and confectionary opened in Moline, IL....

People come from all over the world to enjoy the southern cuisine at Clanton’s Cafe – the oldest continually owned family restaurant on Route 66 in the state of Oklahoma. Since 1927 they have been serving some of the finest cuisines in the state, and word has spread over the years just how delicious and homey this place is. If you’ve never visited before, put it on your list of dining places to try in 2020…we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised....

Editor’s Note: Unfortunately, this fabric store is no longer open. If you’d like to try another favorite New York fabric shop, check out Calico Gals in Syracuse. To avoid going stir-crazy or coming down with a severe case of cabin fever, you’ll often find that during the winter New Yorkers can get quite crafty when they’re forced to enjoy time inside. Maybe you’re not a fan of being outside when it’s this cold out or perhaps you’re stuck indoors because of a snowstorm that’s taken over your town, either way – it’s always a fun idea to whip something together with your own two hands....

Nothing says winter quite like a cozy meal, and this small-town Arizona restaurant offers just that. Surrounded by enchanting mountain scenery, Greer’s Rendezvous Diner is the perfect place to warm your body and soul. We hope you’re hungry for a juicy burger and slice of homemade pie! Situated right alongside the highway in the tiny town of Greer (population: 41), Rendezvous Diner stops travelers in their tracks with its eclectic decor....

Colorado’s hiking trails are world-famous and there are countless routes to choose from. You can summit epic mountains, explore amazing rock formations, follow beautiful rivers, and loop around pristine lakes, but if you’re looking for an adventure that’s short, stunning, and stomach-dropping, there’s one bridge walk that you should definitely check out. Welcome to the Royal Gorge Bridge; the highest suspension bridge in the United States. Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Facebook At the time of its construction in 1929, the Royal Gorge Bridge was the highest suspension bridge in the entire world - an impressive title that it held all the way up until 2003....

If you had a treehouse as a child, you know there’s simply something special about them. And now that you’re an adult, you know there’s also something special about enjoying a meal and a cold one in a unique place. The next time you find yourself near Warwick, check out the Tree House Tavern. Not only is the food incredibly good, but the atmosphere is unforgettable. The Tree House Tavern is a charming eatery that sits inside a converted farmhouse from the 1820s....

Located in South Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain is best known as a winter playground for snowboarders and skiers. However, you’ll find that there’s all sorts of opportunities for adventure hiding at this mountain resort, from roller coasters to rope courses. Best of all, Heavenly is home ot the longest zipline in all of Northern California and it’s bound to give you the ride of a lifetime. See for yourself what it’s like to soar thousands of feet above the gorgeous Tahoe scenery....

From the Kittatinny Mountains up north to the southern Pinelands and our gorgeous shores (Delaware River to the west, Atlantic Ocean to the east), New Jersey has an abundance of natural beauty. I’ve covered many of our outdoor attractions over the years and there are just so many to see! If you’re not able to enjoy them all, see some of the best on this epic road trip through New Jersey nature!...

The holidays are a magical time of year here in New Jersey. Spirits seem to be lifted, strangers smile at each other on the street and snow coats the grass, glistening with a heavenly light. Entirely enchanting on its own, there are ways to make Christmas even more memorable in the Garden State. One fantastic, family-friendly way is by hopping on the Polar Express train ride in New Jersey. Delaware River Railroad Excursions offers a yearly Polar Express Train Ride....

Now that “spooky season” is upon us, you may want to do the daring thing of visiting some haunted places. North Dakota has no shortage of spooky, allegedly haunted spots, but there is only one place like this. You can spend the night this fall at a bed and breakfast that has quite a history and a reputation for great service as well as suspicious, possibly paranormal, activity. Take a look for yourself:...