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When it comes to restaurants, Alabama doesn’t disappoint! In fact, some of the best restaurants in the South are located in some of our tiniest towns. One restaurant in particular is Mountain Parkway Grill, which you can read all about below. Mountain Parkway Grill is located in Sand Rock, Alabama and is one of the state’s best mountain town restaurants. facebook/Mountain Parkway Grill A favorite among locals and visitors alike, this mountain town restaurant is a must-visit year round, especially during the holiday season....

If you’re an ice cream fanatic, you know the decadent dessert is fantastic any day of the year. And if a little bit of ice cream is good, a lot must be even better, right? You’ll find everything you’re craving at Newport Creamery, even if what you’re craving happens to be a sundae the size of your head. This old school spot has a dessert menu to die for. Although Newport Creamery now has 10 locations in Rhode Island (and 2 in Massachusetts), the company’s beginnings were humble....

Utah’s long-standing classic restaurants are wonderful, but we love to check out brand new spots, too. Snowbird Resort has a groovy new restaurant that just opened in August, and you’re going to love it. Check out SeventyOne: Snowbird Resort has a brand new restaurant, and if you’re a child of the 70s, you’re going to love it. You’ll find it on level two of the Cliff Lodge. Catherine Armstrong Address: 9320 Cliff Lodge Drive, Snowbird, UT 84092...

Virtual hands up if you will eat ice cream any time of the day — even for breakfast — or night? Those of us who love ice cream know that it’s the perfect treat, whether we have a scoop in a cone or a sundae piled with all of our favorite toppings. If you love hard scoop ice cream, in particular, you’ll find some of the best, and plenty of other goodies, at this charming soda fountain and ice cream shop in Washington....

When the temperatures start to drop and the mosquitos go away, that’s a prime time to start planning your next camping adventure. Pack your bags and don’t forget your tent, because Stuart Lake Campground should move to the top of your bucket list this fall. Not only will you be surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery Louisiana can offer, but you’ll feel like you’re miles away from it all....

Out of towners may visit the Queen City and flock to our most well-known wing restaurants, but oftentimes you’ll find that locals are making their way towards their favorite hot dog stands. That’s right! Take a look in and around Buffalo and you’ll see that we have quite the selection of amazing eateries that can cook up a mean hot dog, with Ted’s Hot Dogs being a choice that’s known state-wide....

Elevate your dining experience with a visit to Park Heights Restaurant, one of the few rooftop eateries in Mississippi. The rooftop dining spot offers incredible views of historic Tupelo. But there’s more to the restaurant than expansive vistas. There’s also its tasty fare, which is described as creative Southern and American cuisine. Take a look: Since opening back in 2000, Park Heights Restaurant has become one of Tupelo’s top-rated eateries — a feat that’s even more impressive when you learn Tupelo has a reputation as a foodie town....

From haunted roads to spooky bed and breakfasts to opera houses with unexplained sounds, Maine has a fair few ghostly places. But, did you know that there’s an entire town in Vacationland that can be considered the most haunted of them all? If you just can’t keep track of each individual paranormal location in the state, head to Bucksport where you’ll find some pretty insane paranormal activity in one town. Here are some of the most notable reasons and places to visit if you’re hungry for a scare:...

When you’re looking for a truly special dining experience, you’ll want to take a drive to Port Austin, where you’ll find a charming farmhouse restaurant that offers a relaxing country atmosphere and phenomenal food. Let’s take a look at The Farm: Welcome to The Farm, a quaint little farmhouse restaurant that’s perfect for a special meal with loved ones. You’ll find it at 699 Port Crescent Rd., Port Austin, MI 48467....

When you call an archipelago surrounded by the Pacific Ocean home, you inevitably become spoiled by the incredible, fresh seafood options available to you. While we love splurging on fancy seafood dinners every once in a while, it is the local, hole-in-the-wall restaurants that serve the most mouthwatering seafood the Hawaiian Islands have to offer. This spot, in particular, is one of our all-time favorites. Welcome to the Koloa Fish Market, a Kauai eatery that serves up some mighty fresh and delicious seafood as well as mouthwatering Hawaiian and American plate lunches....

Utah has dozens of famous ghosts – from The Purple Lady at the Rio Grande Station in Salt Lake City, to the ghosts at the legendary Ben Lomond Hotel in Ogden. These ghost stories have been passed down for decades, and everyone in Utah has heard of them. Here’s a new ghost story that’s much more recent. Scroll down to read more about these puzzling new ghost sightings, and see what you think:...

We Nebraskans love our baked goods, and for some of us it seems to be in our genes. A lot of Nebraskans descended from the Czech immigrants, and we’ve carried on some of the old country traditions. This includes an undying love of the delicious kolach. The tiny Knox County town of Verdigre lays claim to a pretty lofty title: Kolach Capital of the World. Google Maps Every year, the whole town, folks from surrounding communities, and people from all over the state turn out for Kolach Days, a festival celebrating everything about the Czech culture....

With almost 80 percent of the state blanketed by natural forests, it’s no wonder why West Virginia is a top destination for leaf peepers all across the country. From late September until late October, the Mountain State transforms into a beautiful sea of ambers, yellows, reds, and oranges that are truly breathtaking. Spruce Knob, the highest peak in West Virginia, is a popular spot for many looking to catch a glimpse at nature’s transformation, but there’s a beautiful lake tucked away in the Monongahela National Forest that’s perfect for doing some leaf-peeping....

Before it was even a state, West Virginia had begun a track record of creating a long list of amazing facts that to this day still set it apart from the rest. Of course, many more unique things have occurred since June 20, 1863, to set the state apart (and, in many ways, above) the others. One of them is the City of Weirton, which is officially the only city in America that touches two other state borders, meaning it touches three states, including our own....

There are so many things to love about the fall season here in New York, from the gorgeous foliage and crisp autumn air to visiting our favorite farms and sipping on cider slushies – we’ve got it all! As if you were in need of any more bragging rights, one of our annual festivals in the mountains has been recognized as one of the best of its kind and continues to wow all those who visit each year....

Fall may be just beginning, but the Farmers Almanac has already released its weather predictions for winter. And unfortunately, it looks like Wisconsin is in for a doozy. Read on for all the chilling deets. Wisconsin winters aren’t exactly mild; however, according to the Farmers Almanac’s recent predictions, this winter will be one for the books, so get ready to bundle up. Jeremy Bronson/Flickr It’s even being called a Polar Coaster since the season will be filled with lots of ups and downs as far as a thermometer is concerned....

Long day? You know, one of those days that just calls for a little relaxation, good conversation (or even none at all), and a cold drink? Well, you can find plenty of spots to relax in PA. But, if you happen to be in the mood for a scrumptious seafood meal paired with one of the best bloody Marys in the state, you needn’t look any further than this charming seafood restaurant in Pennsylvania....

New Jersey has been home to a variety of historic attractions over the years, many of which have since shut down. While we were sad to see the USS Ling submarine go, the most devastating blow may have been the day the Salem Oak died. The iconic tree was over 600 years old at the time of its passing and even received its own obituary. The massive Salem Oak inspired writers and artists for generations, and was the subject of several poems and paintings....

When it comes to dining in New Orleans, your options are limitless. No matter where you are in the city, you’re never too far away from a delicious meal, and that’s just one of the reasons to love the Crescent City. If you find yourself in the French Quarter craving a little snack, then you have to pop into Cane & Table, where you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to Old Havana....

Is there anything better than finding an excuse to not cook? Luckily for Minnesotans, we live in a state where there are endless excuses in all of the delicious restaurants scattered throughout the state. You can find a magnificent meal any moment of the day. But we think it’s especially fun to go out for breakfast. Next time you want to skip the prep – and the cleanup – of a morning meal, head out to one of Minnesota’s best breakfasts at Egg and I....