Food festivals are the best festivals and the following one belongs on your autumn to-do list. Spend a day sipping a variety of hard ciders and chowing down on endless doughnuts. Sounds like a perfect combination! Read on for the details and save the date. It’s almost time for this delicious event! If you’re a lover of hard cider… Flickr / Jeanne Menjoulet …and sugary sweet doughnuts… Flickr / Jelly Modern Doughnuts...
Waterfalls are among the most beautiful parts of Minnesota nature. The most popular waterfalls draw thousands – even hundreds of thousands – of visitors per year. These popular spots are well worth visiting thanks to their breathtaking beauty. But there are hidden waterfalls that offer just as much beauty – and far fewer crowds. One of our favorites is a little-known waterfall in the woods near Stillwater, Minnesota. Plan an outing to Fairy Falls to take in...
Hey, did you know Arizona has an official Christmas City? That’s right! Today, we’re going to take a look at that magical place that makes the Christmas season feel just a little more festive. Gather up the family and take a trip to Prescott. Everyone is certain to love the best winter town in Arizona. In 1989, the late Governor Rose Mofford designated Prescott as Arizona’s official Christmas City, something that makes the former Territorial capital and “Everybody’s Hometown” just a little more special....
The old saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day is totally true – especially if you live in Buffalo. You’ll find plenty of great brunch spots to check out (just take a look at our previous list of favorites here), but if you happen to be looking for a place that’s open early and ready to fill your belly with the best breakfast in town, then you simply must stop by Sophia’s Restaurant....
While South Dakota isn’t known nationally for its food, we here in the Mount Rushmore State know excellent cuisine and how to make it. Agree? Sometimes, however, we prefer someone else to do all of the cooking, which is where the incredible Sunday buffet from the Roll’n Pin Café & Grille comes into play:d Located in Sioux Falls, the Roll’n Pin Café & Grille is a locally-owned-and-operated restaurant that has become a South Dakota tradition....
While driving through Alabama, you’ll encounter several restaurants. Many of these restaurants are located in the middle of nowhere, which means you’ll have to pay close attention during your drive or you just might miss them. One restaurant in particular is The Shack BBQ. For information about this middle-of-nowhere restaurant, take a look below. The Shack BBQ is a family owned and operated restaurant that’s located off the beaten path in Talladega, Alabama....
Out of 65 state parks in Minnesota, it’s impossible to pick a favorite. Each offers a glimpse of history, an up-close view of our striking landscape, and a full docket of activities to take part in. You’ll have fun wherever you go, whether you enjoy high-up hilltop climbs or quiet prairie hikes. The Minnesota state park we want to feature today isn’t known for either of those things. Instead, its claim to fame is a rocky gorge through which the Temperance River flows....
If you hail from the Mount Rushmore State, you already know that we do things a little differently, which can be attributed to our ancestors and their diverse backgrounds. As South Dakota is somewhat of a giant melting pot, you will find several significant cultural traditions that vary from family to family, including: Lutefisk during the holidays Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM As we recently discussed, lutefisk is a big and somewhat controversial South Dakota tradition, as our natives tend to either love or hate this cured and jellied fish....
Kentucky’s most popular attractions are great for bringing visitors to our state but they are also wonderful assets to locals to get out and experience our state. Even if you live in Kentucky and always have, don’t discount these destinations that have a lot to offer and even include a few surprises. The Kentucky Horse Park is a place everyone knows and many have visited, but perhaps you haven’t been there in awhile or don’t know a lot about it....
Exploring Northern California’s world-famous wine country is a daunting task. With literally hundreds upon hundreds of wineries and vineyards to choose from, it’s nearly impossible to pick out the ones you’d like to visit first. For this reason, many people opt to use a tour company when visiting places like Napa or Sonoma Valley. Wine tours are aplenty in our region of the state, but there’s one that every wine enthusiast needs to check out sometime....
Every year, all across Minnesota, towns small and large alike light up with Christmas cheer. Each is filled to the brim with holiday joy and winter festivities. But there’s one that stands out as one of the most magical places in the state. In fact, not only is this the best main street at Christmas in Minnesota, but also perhaps the entire country. Take a look: Stillwater, Minnesota, is brimming with beauty and charm on every day of the year....
Prepare your snow shovels, Nebraskans! The Farmers’ Almanac has released their winter predictions for 2020 and you may want to brace yourselves. A colder than normal AND wetter than normal winter could be on the way. Read on for the details and be ready for anything. Each year, the Farmers’ Almanac makes predictions for winter weather around the US. This year, we’re in for quite a ride. Farmers’ Almanac According to the Farmers’ Almanac, most of the country can expect above-normal winter precipitation, especially the Upper Midwest....
Well, winter just second lined into the city like it owns the place. We’ve had quite the summer, and not much fall, and now that we’ve had our first real cold snap, it’s time to talk about the things every New Orleanian does when the weather drops. Don’t worry, we all do them, so you’re not alone! The question is, how many of these things have you done yet? Dust off that gumbo pot JaseMan/Flickr You know the one....
When fall colors arrive in our area there are so many places to explore around Cincinnati. Already wonderful attractions become even more vibrant with the addition of beautiful fall color. If you like the idea of a fall day trip from Cincinnati, consider heading south to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. There’s a lot to do and see at this historic destination, but don’t miss out on a ride on the Dixie Belle....
One of the best things about Oregon’s coast is that you can enjoy the forest and the beach at the same time. The campground at Beverly Beach is one of the best spots to enjoy both, and you’re going to want to pay it a visit as soon as you can. You’ll find Beverly Beach State Park about halfway between Newport and Lincoln City. It includes a day-use area, information center, and campground....
If you take the time to explore the delicious city of Buffalo, you’ll quickly learn that you can discover all sorts of amazing eats here. Some people will choose to make their away around this area of Western New York by traveling along our Donut or Beef on Weck food trails, but if you happen to be craving Italian food there’s only one place inside the city that you need to check out....
The coastal dining options in Rhode Island are exceptional… we are called The Ocean State, after all. But did you know Rhode Island is home to one of the best waterfront restaurants in the world? According to CNN Traveler, Coast is one of the top 26 waterfront eateries on the planet — and it’s the only New England spot to make the list. Ocean House is a historic Rhode Island beach hotel that happens to be the only AAA Five Diamond hotel in the state....
Halloween isn’t the only holiday coming up in the next few weeks. The Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is held annually the first two days of November. Though the name mentions death, the festivities represent a time to celebrate and memorialize the lives of loved ones while keeping their spirit alive. Altars (or ofrendas) are created and decorated with photos, candles, marigolds, and food offerings....
Fresh just tastes so much better. So good, in fact, that we might even eat slower to savor every bite. Consider pies. Most of us would, arguably, rather dig into a fresh-from-the-oven homemade pie than settle for a pie from a box on a store shelf. When you’re craving homemade pie, set off for Johnson’s Corner Farm, which makes some of the best apple pie in New Jersey. For the freshest fruits, vegetables, and taste-tantalizing baked goods, look no further than Johnson’s Corner Farm in Medford....
It’s never too late to start your own family traditions or update traditions that are seemingly out-of-date. Which is why we recommend making a trip to Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands in Georgia. This tradition-in-the-making is a holiday spectacular, with millions of lights illuminating the 7-mile drive. You won’t want to miss out on this Georgia Christmas staple. Lanier Island’s Magical Nights of Lights can be quite the experience for anyone living in or visiting Georgia during the holidays....
