Are you getting into the fall spirit yet? It’s hard not to when you live in a region that is home to SO many amazing fall attractions. From apple orchards to corn mazes, Northern California truly has it all. If there’s one destination you should especially keep in mind this season, it’s El Dorado Orchards. This lovely place is home to all sorts of fall-themed fun and it’s great for both young and old....
When is the last time you spent a significant amount of time watching the night sky? If it’s been a while, you may want to carve out a couple of hours this weekend to watch one of the biggest meteor showers to grace the sky this year. The Geminid meteor shower takes place each winter here in the northern hemisphere and also just happens to be one of the most famous....
For the best homemade pizza that you don’t have to make yourself, there’s a small chain of restaurants in Illinois that you’ve got to try. Fresh ingredients and a full menu of Italian and American cuisine await Check it out: In business since 1950, White Cottage Pizza & Italian Cuisine is a fine Italian kitchen that specializes in homemade recipes. Google/Johnny Tran Situated in the west suburbs of Chicago, this restaurant has three locations....
Alabama is home to many beautiful waterfalls. While some require a hike to reach them, others are much easier to get to. In fact, some of them can be reached soon after stepping foot out of your car. One waterfall in particular is DeSoto Falls, which you can read all about below. DeSoto Falls is located atop Lookout Mountain near the charming town of Mentone. It’s one of Alabama’s most beautiful and accessible waterfalls....
There are quite a few celebrities from Maine, but few hold the same attraction and interest as our own Stephen King. From scary books to even more terrifying movies, he’s held the world’s attention through his ideas and the way he can tell a tale. Even the most fleeting horror fan visiting Maine will add a visit to see the outside of his home in Bangor to their itinerary. But we’ll all be able to do more than that soon!...
Whether you’re headed to Hawaii for a week-long vacation or you’ve lived in the islands for years, there are certain Hawaiian dishes you’ve probably fallen in love with, and others that are still a little foreign. From poke and pork wrapped in taro leaf to shave ice and malasadas, here are 14 iconic Hawaiian dishes you have to add to your Hawaii food bucket list. Kalua Pork Joey Rozier/Flickr This traditional dish is usually cooked in an underground oven, called a Imu, and served at most Hawaiian luaus....
In South Carolina, visitors and residents never have to wait for Halloween to visit a haunted house – the state is teeming with so many spirits it’s easy to find a haunted house, restaurant, cemetery – you name it – and there will be a haunted version somewhere. Luckily, for those who don’t believe in paranormal experiences, spending the night in the following haunted inn in South Carolina is an enjoyable experience either way....
Winter weather is starting to make its way into the Hawkeye State, and everyone seems to be getting into the Holiday spirit. If you’re looking for the best Christmas town in Iowa, visit Cass County. Here, you’ll find a charming downtown that will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark Movie! You never know just what you’ll find when you travel Iowa’s rolling country roads. Flickr / Transiet Musket...
No matter how long you’ve been calling the city of Buffalo home, there are certain traditions that everyone collectively looks forward to as the seasons change. Roughly a half-hour drive east of us, and right along the roadside, you can spot a family-run cider mill that’s been operating here in Western New York for over 160 years! If you’re curious to see why this delicious spot has been up and running for so long, then start heading over to Mayer Brothers Cider Mill ASAP....
Nashville is known for its mash-up of contemporary-country charm, and this darling Airbnb located right outside the heart of the city is a perfect addition. Colorful, quirky, and modeled after a cult-favorite, this “Love Shack” themed Airbnb is the kind of place you visit and don’t want to leave. Fall in love with the city during the day and cuddle up in this darling space come the evening. Nashville, Tennessee somehow manages to keep us on our toes, and the “Love Shack” is no different!...
Christmas is nearly here and if you want to have as much fun as possible this holiday season, head to Skylands Stadium in Augusta. You’ll find one of the best drive-through holiday lights displays in New Jersey. It’s affordable, fun, family-friendly, and offers more than just lights. Welcome to the Christmas Light Show AND Village at Skylands Stadium. Skylands Stadium Christmas Light Show + Village/Facebook There are over two million twinkling lights…...
Now that the month of October is upon us here in Buffalo, you might find yourself craving something like a pumpkin spiced latte or a handful of candy corn. While all of our seasonal treats are certainly worth fawning over, there’s one delicious dessert that you can enjoy all year long in the city: chocolate. There’s an upcoming annual event that will make you feel like a little kid again, so grab your tickets to this local factory tour before they sell out!...
Indiana is full of urban legends, paranormal rumors, and terrifying ghost stories. From haunted cemeteries to libraries to bridges, this state has its fair share of haunted places worth exploring. While you may have heard of some of the major haunted spots in the state, you’ve likely never heard of this tiny town with a creepy past. Google Maps Joppa is a tiny, unincorporated town right outside of Mooreseville, Plainfield, and Monrovia, just southwest of Indianapolis....
General stores aren’t just places to stock up on essentials, they’re windows into the past. High up in Summerhaven, Mt. Lemmon General Store is no exception. With souvenirs, camping supplies, and delicious homemade fudge, it’s an experience that makes you appreciate our state and its rich history. As the only store for 30 miles, this cozy cabin offers everything necessary to ensure a comfortable stay in the mountains. Google/Mark Holgate From camping supplies to homemade fudge, you’ll be hard-pressed to think of something that isn’t sold here....
When you think of canopy tours and zip lines, you may only associate them with summer. But it turns out, fall is the absolute best time to take to the skies and experience this adventure like never before. Located just 20 minutes southwest of Cincinnati, Screaming Raptor Zip Line Canopy Tours is the best fall canopy tour near Cincinnati and is the perfect way to see fall color, while having a little thrill at the same time....
There’s no denying the fact that Idaho is home to some amazingly diverse landscapes. From dense forest to high desert and everything in between, there’s simply all types of places to explore within the Gem State. In fact, one of the most unique can be found in a place called Castle Rocks State Park. This park is home to some beautiful scenery, but it’s the unique rock formations that will leave the biggest impression on you....
Being an adult definitely has its upsides—nothing beats establishing your own bedtime and eating as much ice cream as you’d like at one time. However, there are definitely times where we dream of being a kid again. The next time you feel like indulging your inner child, look no further than this unique arcade bar in our state’s capital city. This place combines the best of both worlds by offering a place where one can enjoy adult beverages while playing all of your favorite games from childhood....
Snow is falling and the air has that dry chill. Winter is here, and there’s no better way to enjoy it than to slide down the best snow tubing hill in Illinois. You may enjoy visiting ski resorts in Illinois for some skiing, snow tubing, and other winter sports, but this charming spot may just be home to the best snow tubing in Illinois. Located in Will County, Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve is filled with beauty and winter thrills and it’s the perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors this season....
It should probably go without saying that a restaurant with an emphasis on Southern food will likely be the place to go when you’re in search of some cozy winter eats. While Florida doesn’t get as cold as the other states during winter, that doesn’t mean that residents can’t indulge in a little bit of comfort food. Check out Nikki’s Place Southern Cuisine in Florida for some epic soul-satisfying eats....
Here in Ohio, we have a little slice of Old World wine culture etched into our landscape. It can be found in the Northeast Ohio countryside, tucked away roughly about an hour from Cleveland. The Grand River Valley, as it is known, benefits from Lake Erie’s thermal qualities. As its warmer airs cascade over the counters of this region, it fends off frost and prolongs the growing season, thus creating a micro-climate that allows grapes to thrive....
