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Covered bridges and Vermont scenery go hand in hand. While spotting these bridges isn’t rare, a covered bridge that once carried a train through certainly is! There are very few left standing in the US, and the Fisher Covered Railroad Bridge in Wolcot is a fine specimen to behold. While there isn’t a much of a trail that takes you to this historic and now abandoned train tunnel in VT, there are plenty of places to explore both on and around the area....

There’s one street in the Boston suburbs where you can take a culinary tour around the globe without doing more than walking a few blocks. Moody Street in Waltham is hiding diverse culinary delights. From Italian fare to Vietnamese food, this one spot is the ultimate foodie destination. In A Pickle Tripadvisor/Victor T Facebook/In A Pickle Restaurant For stuffed French toast oozing Nutella or piles of decadent pancakes, you can’t beat breakfast at In A Pickle....

New Jersey abounds with tales of the supernatural. We’re home to one of the most haunted roads in America; we’ve got haunted hotels, haunted museums and haunted forests. But that’s only just the start – we have entire towns known for their paranormal activity. While Cape May is perhaps one of the most charming villages in the Garden State, it has a long history of hauntings. Explore that history with a weekend-long ghost hunt that you’ll never forget....

The atmosphere of a restaurant can really set the mood for a meal and make your dining experience truly unforgettable. If you’re looking for an enchanting place to enjoy incredible food, you’ll want to add this amazing greenhouse restaurant in Indiana to your bucket list. travelfamily01/TripAdvisor Stream Cliff Herb Farm is a gorgeous rural attraction located in Commiskey, Indiana. They’re well known for their gorgeous winery, incredible greenhouses, and delicious restaurant and tea room....

Winter is in full swing, and so is New Hampshire’s ski season – but if you aren’t a skier, or just want a change of pace, don’t despair. There are plenty of other great activities to be found at Granite State ski slopes, including this fabulous adventure. Loon Mountain is gorgeous anytime of year, but it really peaks in the winter under a light blanket of snow. Facebook/Loon Mountain Resort...

It may be easy to look back on school and see an experience that you’re glad to be done with, but there are plenty of things that we’ll never forget about this point in our lives. We all may have our own favorites, but there are certain field trips that we once took as a kid that resulted in memories that will never leave us. Giving the chance to relive the past, here are some of the best field trips you can take around New York that should enjoy once more....

Philadelphia is surrounded by rivers and canals, from Manayunk to the mighty Delaware to the scenic Schuylkill. There are so many historic and impressive bridges that cross these waterways, and Philadelphians pass by these bridges every day. Next time you happen to be on or nearby one of these bridges in Philadelphia, take a few minutes to appreciate their architecture and history. Falls Bridge Flickr / Garen Meguerian Falls Bridge is a gorgeous steel bridge that crosses the Schuylkill River in Fairmount Park....

Rhode Island is one of the best states for seafood, no question – and where else will you find clam cakes? As good as they are though, sometimes classic fried clams, with their delightful crunch, are just what you crave. Each of these 12 spots has mastered the fried clam, and they’re all perfect spots to bring visitors searching for some true Rhode Island flavor! Blount Clam Shack, Warren Yelp/Autumn C....

The streets of St. Louis have been known to confuse many that are new to our city… and even GPS navigation much of the time! While our streets may confuse those who aren’t familiar with the area, some of these street names are odd even to locals. Read below to see the wacky and unusual names of some our streets. Candle Wax Drive Josh Mazgelis - Flickr A drive down Candle Wax Drive will circle into Candleglow Drive....

There’s something sweet and nostalgic about an autumn hayride, wouldn’t you say? The crisp edge to the air, beautiful foliage and delicious smell of something sugary in the air. Add the crunch of a few haybales and you’ve got yourself a dreamy experience straight out of Hollywood. We found seven hayrides right around Nashville that are great for your kids or a fun date out and about in the cooling air....

Dozens of charming small towns are sprinkled on the outskirts of Austin. Everyone knows about Fredericksburg’s enchanting beauty and Driftwood’s scrumptious smoked barbecue, but other small towns don’t always get the recognition they deserve. These seven underrated towns around Austin deserve a second look. Elgin mirsasha/Flickr Cruise down Highway 290 for about 25 miles until you reach the charming town of Elgin, Texas. Here, you’ll find unique shops, fascinating museums, and rich history....

Dining out is always part food and part experience. Many high-end restaurants offer an ambiance unlike any other, and most of the time that requires reservation. While there are plenty amazing five-star restaurants in North Carolina totally worth the wait, there are also simple hole in the wall eateries that are just as amazing. B’s BBQ, Greenville Yelp / Mark J Deemed one of the best eastern style BBQ joints in the state, you might be waiting in life for a bit, but ordering from the window and dining at one of the various picnic tables outside is an experience unlike any other....

Rhode Island is absolutely packed with history. Everywhere you look is a historic plaque or statue or a house from the 17th century. Saunderstown is a historic small town that every Rhode Islander should visit at least once. This little hamlet is a historic district located in Washington County, in the towns of Narragansett and North Kingstown. It is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and is a U....

Nebraska has endless acres of state parks, and they are all worth visiting. But one Nebraska state park was ranked number three in the nation by the website ReserveAmerica, making it – in somewhat subjective terms – the top park in the state. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park near Ashland took this honor, and it’s not just ReserveAmerica that thinks so. It happens to be the most heavily visited and highest rated state park in all of Nebraska....

Anyone who’s lived in Austin for longer than five years can attest to the rapid change sweeping through this city. Sometimes, it feels like the only constant thing in this city is the construction crane. Even the photos from Austin in the ’70s are hardly recognizable, so it’s hard to imagine what this city looked like in the early 1900s. This is what Austin looked like 100 years ago, and it may surprise you....

The Presidio is full of many surprises. If you love movies then you should check out this place with a fascinating history. Visit the Presidio and check out this wacky place! Lucasfilm Ltd. is a film and television production company based in the Presidio founded by George Lucas. The Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises,was founded by filmmaker George Lucas in 1971. RVR/Flickr The Letterman Digital Arts Center is located at Chestnut & Lyon St, San Francisco, 94123...

Ready to enjoy a wonderful night out with some incredible food? We know of one particularly tasty diner in Tucson that has a unique atmosphere that will remind you of a different era, plus the food here is delicious! Let’s take a look. This cool diner is Little Anthony’s Diner, located in Tucson on the southwest corner of Kolb Road and Broadway Boulevard. You are going to love checking out its retro theme....

Bigfoot. Sasquatch. Yeti. The world knows this particular creature by many names; however, in Arkansas we know him as the Fouke Monster or Boggy Creek Monster. One store in the southwest corner of the state has preserved this iconic urban legend. Let’s drive by this roadside attraction and see what souvenirs we can find. It’s impossible to not stop when you pass a place that looks like this: Facebook/Monster Mart You’ll find Monster Mart on 104 Highway 71 in Fouke....

Autumn is just the perfect time of the year, isn’t it? Not too hot. Not too cold. Besides spring, it’s arguably one of the best times of the year to spend outdoors. Pack a picnic, bring some water, and travel to Raccoon Creek State Park, the ideal spot for hiking near Pittsburgh in the fall. Enjoy the spectacular colors of fall as you drive along the winding roads from Pittsburgh to Raccoon Creek State Park in Hookstown....

From the big blue ocean to our marvelous mountains, North Carolina really does have it all. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and the famous Blue Ridge Parkway, the tiny town of Sylva has a front row seat for some of the best mountain views in the entire state. Incorporated as a town in 1889 and subsequently named the county seat of Jackson County in 1913, Sylva is a scenic town you’ll want to visit....