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Some Sundays were just made for decadence and Sunday brunch is the perfect way to kick off a day of relaxation. If you’re in the mood for a bit of a road trip, hop in the car and head to Stein Eriksen Resort in Deer Valley, where you’ll find Glitretind Restaurant, and one of the most amazing Sunday Brunch Buffets in the Beehive State. For the most decadent Sunday brunch buffet in the Beehive State, head to Stein Eriksen Resort in Deer Valley....

Hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors in Connecticut, but what if you could go hiking with a llama? Well, you can and it’s one of the coolest and most unique ways to explore local trails. You are going to want to add this activity to your bucket list, not just because it’s a whole lot of fun, but so you can randomly bring up in future conversations that you’ve been llama hiking....

Every state has its secrets, and Nebraska is no exception. This intriguing cave located in far southeastern Nebraska holds ancient mysteries that we may never truly unravel. Indian Cave State Park, near Shubert, is one of the area’s most beautiful outdoor areas. There are 22 miles of hiking and biking trails crisscrossing the wooded grounds, and there’s even a ghost town within the park’s 3,000 acres. Google Maps The main attraction, however, is the wide, shallow sandstone cave for which the park is named....

Inspired from a European design for simplicity and coziness, the Iris Hill Glamping is perfect for wintry retreats. The pods in this tiny community are ridiculously cute and will have you feeling pampered and refreshed in no time. Let’s head to Eureka Springs and check out this tiny glampground. Although Arkansas has plenty of campsites open all throughout the year, for some of us it’s a little chilly to be pitching a tent....

There are many classic dining experiences to have in Cincinnati, such as enjoying a delicious cheeseburger or having a meal on a lovely outdoor patio. If you’d like to check both of these outings off of your Queen City dining bucket list, then make a reservation at Krueger’s Tavern in OTR. This European-style restaurant offers a few unique features that other Over-the-Rhine eateries do not, and the food is crazy delicious as well....

Tired of exploring the same kind of Christmas displays? The following one in Maryland is certainly different than the rest. Instead of featuring Santas and snowmen at every turn, this whimsical garden has displays of fairies, jellyfish, and more. You never know what you’ll find at this magical oasis during the holiday season — that’s the best part! Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center is a Southern Maryland gem worth seeking out....

There’s something truly special about going out for breakfast. Not only do you get the chance to start your day off festively, but you also get to enjoy some truly gourmet breakfast items. The next time you find yourself in Maine, you’ll want to make your way to Palace Diner in Biddeford. Not only is this gem of a breakfast joint located in the most unusual setting, but it just so happens to serve up some of the best breakfast in the U....

Come down to Santa Claus, Indiana where a new tradition is developing. The area’s premier toy store is going to have a baby reindeer encounter that will get you ready for Christmas if you aren’t already. If you’ve never seen one of these beauties in person, now is your chance. Santa’s Toys is a year-round Christmas-themed gift shop in southern Indiana that is always bursting with toys for kids of all ages....

Once upon a time (in 1803), the Samuel Durfee House was constructed in Newport at the direction of an English banker. It remained a private residence until 1998, when it was renovated and turned into the beautiful bed and breakfast it is today. Luckily, plenty of historic details were left untouched, and that’s why walking through this going feels like going back in time. The Samuel Durfee House was once the residence of the Durfee family, and it was a magnificent structure even in the early 1800s....

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get together with friends and family and give thanks for everything wonderful in your life…but let’s be honest: the cooking and cleanup can be a real drag. This year, let someone else do the cooking! Hop aboard the Portland Spirit for a Thanksgiving Cruise. This Thanksgiving, try something a little bit different. Instead of slaving away over a hot stove, then doing dishes for an hour after dinner, take a cruise on the Portland Spirit, and let them handle the entire meal....

Alabama is home to a variety of places, including some of the quirkiest around. One of the best ways to experience these places is to take a road trip. Listed below is a mapped route that’ll take you to six of Alabama’s quirkiest places. The road trip is 628 miles and has an estimated drive time of 11 hours and 50 minutes. It begins in Cherokee and ends in Millbrook, but you may begin anywhere you wish....

Several months ago, we told you about the drive-thru safaris at Safari Wild Animal Park and Preserve. And while the drive-thru safari is a must when visiting the park, it’s not the only option for animal-related fun. In fact, Safari Wild offers several ways for visitors to have some wild fun. Take a look: Located in Como, Safari Wild is a 450-acre drive-thru safari park and wild animal preserve. Safari Wild Animal Park & Preserve/Facebook...

Ready for an epic Iowa adventure? Fly 70 feet above the ground on ziplines as long as 1,000 feet during a guided tour of the beautiful, haunting, and historical Union Park in Dubuque. Sky Tours at YMCA Union Park Camp is located at 11764 John F Kennedy Road. Sky Tours Zipline Website See the Union Park ruins from high above as you soar through the air. Feel the need for speed?...

Idaho started off 2020 by making national headlines regarding a strange yet utterly fascinating story. The story regards a headless body that was discovered in a remote underground cave over 40 years ago that was only just identified. It turns out this corpse was sitting in the cave for a LOT longer than experts originally thought, but that wasn’t the only surprising discovery. The body belonged to a man named Joseph Henry Loveless, an infamous escaped outlaw that was accused of murdering his own wife....

Nevada is home to some seriously delightful Christmas light displays, and one of the best can be found in a neighborhood near Reno. The Hidden Valley Parade of Lights is a highly anticipated holiday event that occurs each and every year. During most of the month of December, this one neighborhood goes all out when it comes to decorating their houses. As a result, visitors can drive or walk through a dazzling holiday light display that completely mesmerizes you from beginning to end....

If you live in Colorado, you know that birds are not hard to come by, especially common breeds like robins, meadowlarks, and — depending on your whereabouts — hummingbirds. While hummingbirds are a local favorite, they can be hard to both attract and spot, which is why we always look forward to fall, when they begin their significant migration south in search of warmer temperatures: Spanning from late August through most of September is the hummingbird fall migration when tens of thousands of these tiny birds begin their annual trip back to Mexico and Central America....

Those of us who travel have all likely fallen into a tourist trap at one time or another. The signs for an attraction look so enticing that we just have to stop, but as soon as we walk through the door we know we’ve been had. Trundle Manor, a museum of macabre art in Pittsburgh, bills itself as the world’s most unusual tourist trap. You’ll have to see for yourself if you agree....

You can tell a bakery is doing something right when it sticks around for years, or in this case, decades. Freed’s Bakery is an iconic destination in Southern Nevada for picking up delicious baked goods, including some of the most fantastic cakes you’ve ever laid eyes on. Come see why this place has stuck around since the 1950s, and stop on by for a look into one of Nevada’s most treasured bakeshops....

Have you ever spent any time on the East Coast? If you’ve been lucky enough to visit Philadelphia, chances are you’ve indulged in their signature sandwich – a cheesesteak. For carnivores, there may be no better meal out there. After all, how can you beat fresh baked bread, cheese, and steak? It can be hard to find a good cheesesteak out west, though. Luckily, there’s one Cheyenne deli that makes the most delicious, authentic cheesesteak in Wyoming....

Before there was social media, there were the drive-ins. A place to socialize with people from town and visitors passing by. Al’s French Frys has been that spot for decades for many Vermont locals. Located in South Burlington, Al’s French Frys has been serving up burgers and fries for years and years. Al’s French Frys was started by Al and Genevieve Rusterholz in the late 1940’s. Al’s French Frys/Facebook They first got famous for their amazing french fries, but quickly after, their hamburgers also became a fan favorite....