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Have you started counting down the days until Christmas yet? It’ll be here before we know it, which means we really have to start jam-packing our calendar with everything we want to get done before the big day. Take a break during preparations to celebrate the season with a drive through this sensational Christmas lights display in Missouri that boasts millions of twinkling lights. Join generations of Missourians who have made The Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills in Branson a Christmas tradition....

Italian food is good year-round, but there’s something special about sitting down to a big bowl of hearty pasta when the weather is cold outside that just hits the spot. When you’re in the mood for authentic Italian fare, a trip to Venezia’s is in order. They’ve been a culinary landmark for Italian cuisine in New Orleans for over 60 years, and they’re worth a visit. Let’s check it out....

You might think breathtaking views are reserved only for stuffy, overpriced fine dining establishments, but luckily for us, this cozy little spot proves that’s just not the case. City View Tavern has the kind of authentic charm that causes guests to affectionately label it a “dive” or “hole in the wall,” but it also goes to show you that good things come in small packages. Located on Oregon Street in Mount Adams, City View Tavern is housed in a tiny historic building that dates back to 1875....

Holiday festivals provide ample opportunity for neighbors to hobnob with one another over a steaming cup of hot cocoa, and they make for free ways to spend time in the greater community. A gathering place where food and fun and holiday spirit is held all around?! Well, you’re bound to find that right here in the heart of the American south. The Annual Dickens of a Christmas Festival is held every year in Franklin, Tennessee, which is just a short drive outside of Nashville....

There are very flew places left in the United States that can offer you a strong, delicious cup of coffee for a mere 25 cents. Eureka Lodge in Glennallen, Alaska is one of the few spots where a good, hot cup of joe is only a quarter, and also pairs nicely with their delicious home made pie! If you’re headed down the Glenn Highway in Alaska, there is one spot where you must stop....

If you’re like most people, then even the mere thought of unexpectedly encountering a bat, say in your barn or garage, is an upending prospect almost guaranteed to send a shiver up your spine. For some reason, bats are downright spooky. But setting out to purposely wait for them to emerge from their daytime roost as the sun goes down is entirely different. You know you’ll see bats and that knowledge, somehow, makes it not only alright, but also a bit of a thrill....

Leave it to Virginia to decorate some of its most cherished historic establishments in tasteful holiday decor. That’s precisely what you’ll discover at the Williamsburg Manor Bed and Breakfast. Constructed in 1927, this nearly 100-year-old inn rings in the holidays with a healthy dose of Christmas spirit. If you’re looking for a quick getaway this season, you’ll find that this charming accommodation will quickly feel like your home-away-from-home. You’ve heard the old adage, “there’s no place like home for the holidays,” and while this may be true, we’ve discovered a close second in the Williamsburg Manor Bed & Breakfast....

It’s fall festival time again and there is no better way to celebrate than either heading back to the tiny little town you grew up in, or by visiting a small town for a fall or harvest fest to enjoy the cooler weather at the end of each summer in the Palmetto State. Check out some of the best fall festivals in South Carolina below, and then put a few on the calendar…...

We all love a good Kansas waterfall, whether it’s big or small. Short hikes are a great way to ease yourself into nature this spring, but the waterfall on this little known trail is by far the best part. Come check it out! Welcome to Indian Rock Trail in Indian Rock Park, hiding out in Salina, Kansas. Bryan Van Scyoc/AllTrails It’s a beautiful trail that’s not too hard to navigate due to well marked paths and its short length....

Winter in Cleveland is incredibly beautiful, but it is even more charming in the countryside. Fortunately for locals, Ohio is overflowing with stunning farmland and rolling hills… especially in Amish Country! Today, we’re going to take a winter trip to Amish Country to experience its landscape in the midst of snowy wonder. Middlefield is home to one of the highest-density Amish populations in the nation, and as such it boasts many incredible shops and diners… and, of course, stunning landscapes worthy of a Hallmark movie....

Meteor showers happen often throughout the world, but when those big showers hit, many of us gather together in the best possible spot to watch all the magic unfold. In Florida, it’s often in the middle of nowhere, where the light is the lowest, so you can really see the darkened sky the best. This December, one of the biggest and best meteor showers will be visible in Florida, and here is everything you need to know to get in on the beauty of it all....

Covered bridges are special structures that are quite popular in the South, especially here in Alabama. What makes them so special is their rarity. There are approximately 1,000 covered bridges still standing in the United States today. Only 11 of those covered bridges are in Alabama, one of which is the Coldwater Covered Bridge. To learn all about this historic covered bridge, including why it stands out from the others, take a look below....

The Hawaiian Islands are known across the planet for our incredible beaches and nearly 750 miles of gorgeous coastline, but most people don’t associate the Aloha State with sprawling forests. And while we love hiking through the forest as much as the next person, there’s nothing quite like experiencing Hawaii’s lush forests from above — especially when you stay in a treehouse like this one. If you are searching for a unique experience, and perhaps a little romance, adventure or enchantment, this gorgeous treehouse rental listed on Airbnb fits the bill....

Most trips to the beach usually involve a treasure hunt of sorts, whether that be for unique seashells or loose change. Journey to Virginia’s Colonial Beach and you can search for something else altogether: ancient fossils. Virginia’s coastal plains are a treasure trove for fossil hunting. In fact, the first fossil discovered in North America was hiding along these very shores. One such place in the Northern Neck is a Westmoreland State Park, featuring an aptly named Fossil Park....

Ready to experience the wonders of fall from way up high, but not quite ready to hop on a helicopter? Never fear: there’s one spot near the Motor City where you can enjoy an incredible adventure among the stunning autumn foliage. Round up a few brave family members and head to this fun spot near Detroit for an awesome outdoor outing that will create lifelong memories. Frankenmuth Aerial Park is located at 1375 Weiss Street in Frankenmuth, 90 minutes from Detroit....

Just when you thought the restaurants in Florida couldn’t get any more delicious, you find out that a macaroni and cheese bar exists. Florida is home to a restaurant dedicated solely to the deliciously creamy, rich, salty, experience that we know and love. Is your stomach growling yet? Because this hotspot is the perfect solution. Check out why I Heart Mac & Cheese is easily the best mac and cheese restaurant in Florida....

Whenever we don’t know what to eat, we go for pizza. It pretty much always satisfies a craving we didn’t know we had. Given how much we love it, it’s pretty lucky that we live in a place that has some of the best pizza in the country. The only challenge when it comes to our favorite meal is choosing toppings. And, no place presents more of a challenge than this place where you can get anything you want on your pie!...

Throughout the wintertime here in Buffalo, it’s no surprise to any of us that you’ll find things get quite easily frozen over along the lakefront. What some people aren’t as aware of though is that each year during the month of January, you can enjoy a neighborhood ice festival that will make you remember all of the reasons why you love this time of year so much. Mark your calendar, because it’s just about time to head on over to Larkin Square – check it out!...

The after-holiday lull can get, well, pretty boring. The twinkling lights in our neighborhoods have gone dark. All that cooking, shopping, and gift-wrapping is done for another year, and now we settle in to the long, cold winter ahead. Add some magic and fun to your winter when you visit this spectacular four-day IceFest in Pennsylvania that boasts a full menu of activities for the whole family. Bundle up the whole family for a visit to IceFest, in Downtown Chambersburg, an annual four-day festival that’s set for January 30 through February 2, 2020....

There are plenty of sweet little towns in the Land of Enchantment, full of quaint cafes and bakeries. Truth or Consequences, New Mexico is no exception. Within this small town is an incredible cafe and bakery called Passion Pie Cafe. Besides wonderful pies and baked goods, this cafe is the best spot to go to for unforgettable house-made waffles and other small bites. All set within a quirky and eclectic atmosphere, you truly can’t go wrong with the coffee, food, bakery, and service at Passion Pie Cafe in T or C....