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Maybe it’s an old world European style restaurant, or perhaps it’s an old-fashioned diner you’ve been frequenting since you were a kid. Hometown means something different to every Montanan, but whatever it means to you, these Treasure State gems will always comfort you (and feed you something delicious). Oktoberfest German Restaurant, 3839 Grand Ave., Ste 5, Billings Oktoberfest German Restaurant Facebook Oktoberfest German Restaurant Facebook This place might look modern, but the menu is all old world German....

If your best dreams feature chocolate, then there’s a factory that you really need to visit this year. The Taza Chocolate Factory produces scrumptious stone ground chocolate that’s easily identifiable by its intense flavor and gritty texture. Unapologetically bold, it tastes wicked good! Take a trip to Somerville to see for yourself. Facebook/Taza Chocolate The factory is located at 561 Windsor Street. The enticing scent of chocolate will lure you inside the factory store....

It’s never not camping season here in Idaho. It may technically still be winter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plan a little “glamping” getaway soon! If you’ve been in desperate need for a good dose of Idaho’s outdoors, you’ll want to check out this amazing log cabin campground. It’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in Idaho’s natural beauty, while still maintaining a certain amount of creature comforts. These cabins are just too charming to pass up....

DC is a great dining destination. But it’s worth exploring outside of DC to find some great dining gems. Front Royal, Virginia is a little over an hour outside of the city. But it combines gorgeous scenery and surprisingly delicious restaurants. It’s worth the drive to this small foodie town near DC! Front Royal is a small town of 15,000 residents. It’s home to a charming downtown area and a gorgeous backdrop of Virginia mountains....

If you’ve spent any amount of time in the Southwest, you’ll know that Indigenous cultures have a prominent presence in both ancient and modern contexts. If you’re hoping to see a small piece of these cultures, you don’t need to go far since they’re all around us. Today, we’re going to check out one short hiking trail that will take you to an ancient dwelling still standing hundreds of years after it was abandoned....

Spring weather has arrived early in Arizona, especially in our northern sections of the state. The temperatures are warming up and most of know what that means: time to get in hikes and other outdoor activities before the summer heat kicks in! If you’re looking for an easy trail in northern Arizona that will take you to a hidden oasis, then we have just the spot for you! One little oasis we simply love is the Hanging Garden located near Lake Powell in Page....

There are plenty of habits that Alabamians are guilty of doing on a regular basis, and no matter how hard we try, we’ll never be able to shake them. Listed below are nine undeniable habits that most Alabamians can never unlearn. How many of them can you relate to? Referring to every soft drink as a “coke.” flickr/Mike Mozart Not a “soda” or “pop,” but simply a “coke.” Using silly phrases on a regular basis....

The oldest chapel in Oklahoma is also a premier wedding venue in the upscale Paseo District of Oklahoma City. This little white chapel is simply breathtaking with its Romeo and Juliet-esque entrance, and you’ll be mesmerized with its Gothic charm the moment you see it. Keep scrolling to see the beauty that lies within this historic chapel. Old Trinity of Paseo was built in 1842 in Blackville, New Brunswick, Canada. It was known as Old Trinity Anglican Church until it was dismantled and moved to Oklahoma in November 2000....

When it comes to diners and dives, one must typically have low expectations for things like fancy decor and innovative menu items. However, when it comes to tasty classic dishes and comfortable, laid back ambiance, expectations are usually met. Such is the case with the iconic Pepper Pod Restaurant, a corner diner in Newport. The 24-hour hole-in-the-wall, beloved dive continues to feed hungry visitors and you can’t go wrong with a meal here at any time of the day....

One of the best ways to fully appreciate Austin’s natural beauty is to get out and hike around in it! Lace up your hiking boots and head to this pretty park for a fun, easy hike. The 400-acre Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park is a little gem in southeast Austin. Stephanie Anderson/Google In addition to a playground, volleyball courts and baseball fields, this pretty park offers a nature preserve, hiking trail and even a “secret” beach....

It’s no surprise that we’ve got a list of weird and unusual holiday traditions – those words pretty much sum up life in Wisconsin. We’ve got a large mishmash of immigrant backgrounds that settled here and brought their traditions, which have been passed through generations. We don’t let cold weather or snow hold us back and we love a good party, no matter the reason. Here are some of the things we do here in Wisconsin to celebrate the holidays that you might not find anywhere else:...

We don’t mean to brag (much), but Montana mainly consists of small towns, and they’re awesome. But even if you were born and raised in the Treasure State, you don’t always hear about them all. Here are a few cool small places that stay under the radar — but they’re all worth visiting. Chinook Holley Hayes / Flickr Located in Blaine County near Havre, Chinook is quiet and peaceful, but it also offers exciting recreational opportunities and several large parks....

Detroit and its surrounding areas are simply overflowing with activities and attractions to explore. Whether you’re a longtime Detroiter or a newcomer, we’re sure you’ve experienced the highlights: Comerica Park, the DIA, the Motown Museum, and more. But we’ve compiled a list of nine locales in and around the Motor City that you might not have yet discovered — and you’ll want to see them for yourself. Dabls MBAD African Bead Museum (6559 Grand River Ave....

New Jersey is a spectacular state for enjoying fall foliage and one of the best ways to take it all in is through a nice, scenic hike. We’ve got plenty to choose from but one that really shines during the autumn months is Torne Mountain. Torne Mountain is located in Norvin Green State Forest. Image/NJHiking.com But during the fall, this forest is anything but green. Image/NJHiking.com You’ll enjoy shades of gold, amber and scarlet....

Take a walk down memory lane and learn about the history of San Francisco. Surprisingly, there are houses still standing from the birth of the city that survived the infamous 1906 earthquake in San Francisco. However, some houses are not open to public, so just sit back and read the stories of the oldest houses in the city. Learn more about the oldest houses of San Francisco that will surprise you....

Some of Georgia’s best hiking trails lead to some place magical. Whether that be a hidden gem deep in the heart of the woods—This One Easy Hike In Georgia Will Lead You Someplace Unforgettable—or a secret bamboo forest. Georgia hiking usually holds a little bit of history no matter where you go. That’s why these 11 Georgia hiking trails lead to some place incredible, especially involving pieces of history. Sope Creek Trail Flickr Aidras The Sope Creek Trail in Georgia is a 1....

Most of us would probably agree that sometimes we need to escape from reality, even if for just a few hours. Comedy – and laughing until our sides hurt – is often the perfect way to do that. Fortunately, we can combine comedy with an evening out by heading to one of these five Pittsburgh comedy clubs for a bit of, well, comic relief. Arcade Comedy Theater – 943 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Yelp/Arcade Comedy Theater...

Nevada is a state full of unbelievable beauty and natural splendor. However, there is one hidden spot that ranks as one of the most beautiful areas in the entire state. Located in Great Basin National Park — a park full of gorgeous lakes, mountains, trees, caves, and trails — in a relatively remote part of the park, is an incredible natural stone arch: Lexington Arch. Take a look at this incredibly beautiful hidden spot in Nevada....

There’s a haunted hospital in Tooele, and you’re probably familiar with its Halloween venue. Now that Halloween is over, you can take a ghost tour and even stay overnight. Do you dare visit this haunted place? Asylum 49 is located inside the Old Tooele Hospital, which was built in 1953. It doesn’t look very scary during the daytime, but at night it’s definitely creepy. Google Every Halloween, Asylum 49 hosts one of the scariest full-contact haunted houses in the state....

Milwaukee is full of parks – in fact, we have over 150 of them! However, this hidden park in Milwaukee will make you feel like you’ve escaped the city and have transported to somewhere amazing. If you need a break from life and want to step into an oasis of natural beauty, we’ve found the perfect place for you. Welcome to Three Bridges Park! Jim Goyette/Google This secret park might be hidden, but once you find it the beauty expands throughout every acre....