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Imagine climbing aboard a train that winds through the magnificent Rocky Mountains while you dine on mouth-watering barbecue. This dream can become a reality when you have tickets for the Devils Tail BBQ Special offered by Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad. This unforgettable ride begins just 2 hours from Denver. Facebook/Leadville Colorado & Southern Railroad You’ll find the train station at 326 E 7th St. in Leadville, Colorado. Make sure you reserve your tickets in advance as these gorgeous (and delicious) rides tend to fill up fast....

Have you ever visited the Nashville Zoo? It’s a magical place for kids and adults alike, a wonderful jaunt into the animal kingdoms that exist across the world. Well, this month, you can actually take part in supporting the Nashville Zoo while experiencing a culinary masterpiece unlike any other – the Sunset Safari. Stephen Yeargin - Flickr The Sunset Safari takes place every year, and it consists of an evening of live entertainment, exotic animal hosts (would you expect any less?...

Not much is cuter than little kids – except perhaps little kids playing with baby animals. Whether you have kids or you’re a kid at heart, you’ll love meeting creatures great and small at these adorable New Hampshire petting zoos and farms. Charmingfare Farm, Candia Facebook/Charmingfare Farm Facebook/Charmingfare Farm Charmingfare Farm is probably the most epic petting zoo you will ever encounter. The petting zoo includes everything from alpacas to peacocks, and they also have some more exotic animals that you can’t pet – like wolves and bears....

The close knit town of Shoreham has about 1,200 residents and it’s simply a magical spot. Is it possible that this tiny town is secretly the best place in VT? We think it might be! The Shoreham Inn Facebook/The Shoreham Inn Make the most of your trip to Shoreham Inn and spend the night at this charming 10 room inn. Tripadvisor/Robyn75 You’ll love the pub here! It’s the perfect spot for a bite to eat and some local brews....

Did you know that the city of Albany has its very own volcano? The Foam Volcano Home is a unique dwelling constructed of expanded polyurethane foam and formed to look like a volcano covered with hardened lava. While it’s not going to explode anytime soon, this one-of-a-kind home belongs on every Oregonian’s bucket list. Check it out: Tucked away on a quiet residential street in Albany, Oregon, the Foam Volcano House is an incredible sight to behold....

Have you ever strolled the New Castle green, looking at the gorgeous colonial buildings and enjoying the views from this historic park? If so, you’ve almost definitely noticed the giant church tower near Harmony Street. Immanuel on the Green was founded in 1689, and it is one of the oldest Episcopal parishes in the United States. Though many people pass it every day, few have decided to take a tour of this historic church and see the absolute beauty that it is hiding, right in plain sight....

Did you ever wonder how Arizona’s settlements received their names? Sometimes the origin isn’t quite what you expect. Here’s a look at the meaning behind some of Arizona’s cities and towns. You just might be surprised! Ash Fork A Subset/Flickr The name Ash Fork is believed to originate from a small grove of ash trees growing in the area. The name was given by the Santa Fe Railroad’s superintendent, F.W. Smith in 1883....

Ah, spring. Perhaps the perfect time of the year. The warm breeze and golden sunshine return. Flowers bloom. And, nothing’s quite sweeter than the melody of the birds. One sure sign that spring has arrived in Pennsylvania is the blooming cherry blossoms. Head to this one magical place to see the cherry blossoms in Pennsylvania this spring. Philadelphia promises perfect spots to admire the cherry blossoms in Pennsylvania this spring....

When you think of Taco Bell, you probably think of Doritos tacos, bean burritos, and other Mexican-inspired fast food. The gorgeous Northern California coastline probably doesn’t come to mind. Unless you’re at the most beautiful Taco Bell in the world — in Pacifica. You can find it at 5200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacifica, CA 94044. It’s right on the beach. Thomas Hawk/Flickr Yes, you are literally a step away from the sand and sea....

Ready for an epic road trip across Iowa? This place is worth a stop. A charming piece of the past, it’s been popular for decades. See what keeps customers coming back. Cronk’s Cafe is located at 812 4th Ave S. in Denison. This newspaper article, displayed proudly on the wall of the restaurant, tells the story of a place that has been providing locals and travelers with delicious and comforting meals for most of a century....

There is something innately creepy about a ghost town. Perhaps it’s the silence, or that unsettling feeling that you are not alone, that someone is watching you from the dirty windows of the abandoned house across the street. It probably all boils down to paranoia, or one too many horror films that use isolation as a threatening force. After all, if you are attacked by someone (or something) in a ghost town, who will hear your cries?...

If Wyoming isn’t among the first states you think of for a top-notch education you’ll need to think again. Recent analysis shows that not only is it among the states with the best schools in the nation, but it’s the only state completely west of the Mississippi that landed in the top 10. So, what makes Wyoming schools so great? Community involvement and low student to teacher ratios for starters. When education is a priority for everyone, it shows in civic support and public school spending, and the students are the ones who benefit....

Mainers have long believed that the world revolves around Vacationland. At least it does for us! If the rest of the world doesn’t agree, we recommend they take a visit to The County where they might find proof that we’re right. Tucked up in Houlton, visitors will find a unique attraction that is largely missing from the guidebooks. For a unique experience that most visitors to Maine don’t see, check out the solar system model which can be driven in about one hour!...

With its 66 state parks, 10,000 lakes, and seemingly unlimited cultural opportunities, it’s hard to see every amazing place in Minnesota. In fact, it’s hard to know that some even exist! We all know about our most popular and iconic spots, like Gooseberry Falls or Mickey’s Diner. But how many of us have dug deeper to truly uncover Minnesota’s more underrated places? You may not have heard of these 11 underrated places in Minnesota, but we guarantee they’re worth visiting....

Ok, maybe they’re not silly, but they sure are fun to say. With our Native American roots, we’ve got a lot of town names that tend to trip people up. All across the state, there are interesting town names that make you want to know about those spots and you should – there’s lots to do in these awesome, fun Wisconsin towns. Baraboo City of Baraboo Despite it reminding you a bit of trick or treat, this town in south central Wisconsin is the home of the Circus World Museum, a ton of Ringling Brothers history as well as Devil’s Lake State Park,...

Arguably, any town in Vermont is worthy of a snow globe scene. We don’t disagree — it’s simply that picture perfect in our little corner of the Northeast. Here are some scenes from the 802 that are straight out of snow globe in VT. Get ready to start walking in a winter wonderland, folks! Grafton Facebook/Grafton Inn Vermont From cheese to charm, everything you find here is picture perfect. Manchester Facebook/The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant From the shops and eateries during the day to the warm glow from the windows at night, Manchester beckons you in for a warm cozy slumber....

Tennessee is home to big, bustling cities and the sweet, sleepy town. It’s a state that manages to foster the beauty found in such a dichotomy, one that has the ability to keep the economy of Music City running just as well as the teenier towns that pop up amongst our western farmland. These seven sleepy towns are some of our favorites, but we know we missed a few – leave your favorites in the comments below!...

Many of Americans have shopping on their mind when it comes to Black Friday, but some of us are simply itching to get outdoors during this holiday season. Avoid the crowds that you’ll find at the mall and instead head to a state park where you can stretch your legs after eating all of that amazing Thanksgiving food! A few years back, REI started their own #OptOutside campaign that’s encouraging people to get outside on Black Friday instead of staying indoors all day....

Interested in a fun and affordable food experience to try in the Dallas – Fort Worth area? Plan a road trip to Weatherford, a small town located just 25 miles west of Fort Worth, where you can rediscover genuine Southern home cooking that’s big on originality, entertainment, and portions. The Vintage Grill & Car Museum is well worth the drive! Weatherford is a town that’s big on charm, but in a friendly, unassuming, and down-home sort of way....

If you lived anywhere near New Orleans prior to Hurricane Katrina, chances are you visited this popular amusement park before it closed down. It’s more than a decade later and the park still sits abandoned, slowly being reclaimed by nature. There’s something hauntingly beautiful about these pictures, so let’s take a look at the rise and unfortunate fall of this popular amusement park in New Orleans. Located in New Orleans, Six Flags was a 140-acre amusement park that has been abandoned since Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005....