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Step back in time and view the Connecticut countrysides by a horse-drawn carriage. Allegra Farm is the oldest “livery stable” in Connecticut, and they offer guests authentic experiences from the Victorian era. Plan a day trip to East Haddam and create memories you’ll never forget. This destination is absolutely enchanting. Allegra Farm has been delighting visitors for over four decades. Allegra Farm/Facebook Their tranquil farm sits near Lake Hayward in beautiful East Haddam, Connecticut....

As we head into a new year, there are 12 months of new experiences and adventures that lie ahead. As a new year and a new decade, 2020 will begin with a bang thanks to the Quadrantid Meteor Shower that takes place in the overnight and very early hours from January 3rd to January 4th. This is a special event and this meteor shower in Kentucky will hopefully be viewable, if weather conditions are right....

Let your creative juices flow. At Bostonia Public House, you can craft your very own bloody mary full of mouthwatering garnishes. Savor the refreshing flavors and raise your glass to the good times. Dining at this Boston pub is the perfect way to kick off your day. No matter how you concoct your beverage, your bloody mary will certainly be a work of art. Step inside this unique gastropub full of scrumptious flavors....

There’s something so soothing about the changing of seasons and the changing of leaves here in Wisconsin. Those who move away lament the loss of four true seasons, so those of us still here should definitely take advantage of getting to experience Fall in all its glory. Sure, you can get in your car and drive around looking for pretty leaves to peep. But you could also get out an immerse yourself in the forest while checking out the best fall canopy tour in Wisconsin....

While winter weather may be frightful, these Christmasy towns in Massachusetts are anything but. These communities all have something special that makes them feel like they could have tumbled right out of a holiday card. Here are some of the loveliest towns for Christmas in Massachusetts. Pittsfield Flickr/MOTT The city of Pittsfield may be the latest in Berkshire County, but the holidays transform this spot into something that feels very much like a small town....

If you live in the mountains or visit them often, you already know that avalanches are a real danger that can strike at nearly any moment. While the risk of snow racing down a mountainside has occurred as long as most of us can remember, 2019 has seen more than avalanches than ever before… and here is why: As the snowy season is just kicking off in Colorado, one would think that we haven’t experienced too many avalanches yet; however, this is not the case, as Colorado has already received nearly 250 reports in this 2019-2020 season....

When it comes to finding a restaurant that everyone in your family and friend group can agree on, there’s nothing like suggesting a visit to one of West Virginia’s best burger joints. An American classic that we can always count on to be savory and juicy, today we’re headed to one of the Mountain State’s smallest towns to discover some of the most delicious burgers for you to snack away on....

Heading into summer, most Mainers and tourists have visions of lobster rolls dancing in their heads. That’s all well and good, but how much buttery goodness can we actually consume? The answer might certainly be “all of it,” but every once in a while even the heartiest of Maine seafood lovers need to do some land lubbing. And when that time comes, we recommend indulging in the other best summertime food: hot dogs!...

We are spoiled to have so many great bbq joints to choose from in Oklahoma. One of those places is JL’s Barbeque in Pryor – home to mouthwatering bbq and extra large portions. This small town restaurant has been serving patrons since 1976 and many say it’s the best bbq money can buy. Check it out below, then pay them a visit to see just how tasty the food really is....

Are you looking for a remote getaway? We have just the place for you! It’s a unique hotel that’s full of charm and history, and its backyard is Steens Mountain, which is absolutely gorgeous and full of recreation opportunities. It might be a long drive to get here, but it’s well worth it! The Frenchglen Hotel State Historic Site is the perfect place to get away from it all. It’s located in the southeastern part of the state, about 60 miles south of Burns....

If you love to cook, chances are you know how much better fresh cuts of meat taste than those you pick up in a package at the store. Visit the best butcher store in Delaware to taste the difference when you stop by Haass Family Butcher Shop in Dover. When the Haass family opened up their butcher shop more than 50 years ago, the dream was to share their passion for the highest quality meats with the Dover community....

New Jersey has one of the highest percentages of Italian Americans in the United States. Around 17.9% of New Jerseyans have Italian ancestry – only Connecticut (18.6%) and Rhode Island (19%) can top that. But, since they’re smaller states, the actual number of Italians is lower – 199,000 in Rhode Island versus over 1.5 million in New Jersey. Us Italians love Cannoli (most people love cannoli!), so it’s no surprise that you can find giant cannoli Christmas trees in the Garden State....

Nebraska is packed with charming small towns and incredible places to live. This state is blessed to have innumerable spots that anyone would be proud to call home. Though it seems like an impossible task, researchers from career-search platform Zippia managed to narrow down the top ten happiest places to live in Nebraska, and one little town came out on top. Here’s why Holdrege may be the most delightful spot in the state....

When you have little ones in your lives, Halloween is fairly simple: cute costumes, trick or treating, maybe a corn maze or something of the like. But for those who don’t have young children or prefer some spooky adult fun as well, Halloween becomes a whole different kind of party. This year, Purgatory returns to Billings for a two-day extravaganza you won’t want to miss. The event that is now Purgatory (formerly known as Heaven and Hell) got is start all the way back in 2006, when RMF Entertainment kicked things off in Missoula....

When it comes to weekend adventures, Vermont offers quite a few unique places to stay, such as rustic treehouses and even fancy mansion hotel inns. But how cool would it be to stay on a working farm? Even if you aren’t a farmer yourself, you can still enjoy all the beautiful farmland our state has to offer by staying at a cozy farm stay. If you head to the small town of Washington, you’ll come across Grandview Farm where you can spend a night or longer inside their adorable Farmhouse Suite....

Bad drivers are bad news. But good drivers? That’s great news! Drivers, bikers, and even pedestrians in North Carolina can rest easier in three top cities in the state. A recent study by QuoteWizard ranked three of the state’s five largest cities as among having the safest drivers in the country. Results from the study were released earlier this month. If you’ve driven in locales where drivers are often rude, distracted, and even careless, then you may take particular note when driving in a city where there are fewer incidents....

Experience the goodness that is an all-natural, organic, farm-to-table restaurant in this North Dakota small town. Not only do they serve good quality food, but they strive to make the dishes of our heritage from the Old World. Try traditional, delicious, and well-made meals right here: If you happen to be in Anamoose, North Dakota, you’ll definitely want to check out the FARMtastic Heritage Foods Hub right on Main Street....

Let’s talk about state legends today, Missouri! We’ve all heard the legend of Bigfoot; some of us may even swear to having seen him during our travels across the state. But, more popular than Bigfoot, at least in Missouri, is Momo. The Missouri Monster — first spotted more than four decades ago — has since become a legend. Do you know the story of Momo, and, perhaps more importantly, do you believe the creature in Missouri really exists?...

Fall has come to use slowly but steadily and these days it’s feeling very much like it’s arrived in full force! Between a rainy and windy storm and the fall leaves popping, we’ve had plenty of reminders that summer is truly over, fall is in full swing and…winter can’t be far behind. So, before things get too cold we’ve been trying to get outside as much as possible. This beautiful spot in southern Maine is awash in color and it’s a great way to take in the best of fall in Maine!...

Is there any better way to celebrate Idaho’s winter beauty than with a horse drawn carriage ride through the snow? Located in the beautiful town of Garden Valley is an amazing company that does just that. Every Idahoan knows that winter is one of our state’s very best seasons. After all, there’s really nothing that compares to the beauty of Idaho’s landscapes when they’re all covered in snow. That’s why we’re always dreaming of new and unique ways to explore these wonderful landscapes, and this magical sleigh ride is truly something else....