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Now is the time of year where you’ll start to see holiday spirit pop-up around you more and more as you look around. While you may be inclined to simply go for a drive around your local area to see what decorations your neighbors have hung up so far, we suggest taking things a step further by visiting one of our charming small towns. Looking like a destination that old Saint Nick designed himself, these towns around our state are magical to experience during the winter....

December is finally here. While some are excited for the snow, others are dreading the season. I have mixed feelings about winter; while icicles are lovely, I do love me some ice cream on a hot day. My plan is to make the most of it while escaping the cold every now and then. These 12 places are perfect for just that! When the weather outside is frightful, these destinations are so delightful....

Cleaning off your car, dead batteries, shoveling driveways and frozen skin are just a few of the reasons that Wisconsinites curse winter. Yet despite all the downsides to the cold months here, there’s also something ethereal, magical and downright charming about winter in Wisconsin. It might not always be easy to remember, but Wisconsin can feel a bit like a fairytale in the winter – almost too good to be true....

Tennessee is known for its country music, but it’s especially known for its country cookin’. And what better place to eat some of the best down-home fried chicken and collard greens and sweet tea you’ve ever had than a barn? There’s just something about being surrounded by the rustic wood slats that makes everything taste one hundred times better. We’ve found a few of the best barn restaurants in the state, but it’s up to you to go out there and try them all....

Today, there are photos everywhere. The technology is so ubiquitous that entire websites and apps are built entirely for the dissemination of photographs. Perhaps that’s why old photos, particularly ones taken during the relative infancy of photography, are so fascinating; not only are they a window into the past, they are the few visual records of a time long gone that no one living has every experienced. This is a photo of the Hatfield clan around the turn of the century (1897)....

If you have lived in the Mile HIgh City for some time, than you have witnessed many changes to Denver along the way. Some beloved places that you used to shop, attend games, or simply have a good time at are long gone. Take a walk down memory lane and check out this list of 8 Denver places that are greatly missed by locals. Celebrity Sports Center Flickr/Amber Case When this Denver landmark closed down in 1994 after 34 years of entertainment for many, there seemed to be a void that just couldn’t be filled....

If you enjoy camping, but hate roughing it, you’re in luck! In addition to wilderness camping, tent camping and R.V. camping, Alabama is also filled with several rental cabins that offer a cozy atmosphere and scenic views. Bear Creek Log Cabins is a beautiful log cabin campground in Alabama that offers an unforgettable experience. To learn all about this unique camping destination, take a look: facebook/Bear Creek Log Cabins The Bear Creek Log Cabins property includes seven cabins that are situated on 201 acres of secluded farmland on Lookout Mountain in Fort Payne, Alabama....

Cosmic Coffee and Beer Garden has everything Austinites crave. The smooth coffee will warm your bones. The scrumptious food trucks will excite your taste buds, and the lush outdoor garden will soothe your soul. You’ll absolutely want to visit this shining gem in South Austin. You could lounge at Cosmic Coffee all day long. Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden/Facebook We always new the ‘04 neighborhood was hip, but Cosmic Coffee takes that to another level....

The rich keep getting richer, at least in Dallas – Fort Worth. It’s no surprise that many of them live in the Metroplex, according to an annual ranking by Forbes. Several people also top the list as among the wealthiest in the nation. Here are the top 11 wealthiest Metroplex residents living the high life locally: Alice Walton: Walmart heiress ($38.2 billion) Walmart/Flickr Walton resides in Millsap, a tiny ranching town west of Fort Worth....

Many buildings in and around Boston are rumored to be haunted. However, there’s one town 34 miles south of the city, that seems to have a disproportionate amount of paranormal activity. Bridgewater is home to 26,563 people… rather, that’s the population if we’re counting those with a corporeal presence. It’s one of the points on what has been dubbed the “Bridgewater Triangle” by author Loren Coleman (who wrote “Mysterious America”). This two-hundred square mile swath of Massachusetts is a hotbed of inexplicable phenomena....

Back in the early 1900s, if you wanted to get from one place to another quickly, you hopped aboard a train. Today, historic trains invoke a sense of nostalgia for a much simpler time. Take this train ride in Maine and be transported right back to the past. Step right back in time when you hop aboard a train on the Downeast Scenic Railroad. Downeast Scenic Railroad/Facebook Pick up your tickets at the Maine Community Foundation Building at 245 Main Street in Ellsworth....

Chicago’s best kept secret is one of those things that’s hidden in plain sight. Those who enjoy culture and the arts especially will enjoy this incredible attraction that only the locals know about. Immerse yourself into a creative world you can only find in the best city on earth. Read on for details about this terrific place. The Renaissance Society is a contemporary art museum located on the University of Chicago campus on the fourth floor of Cobb Hall....

The Mothman is a frequently discussed cryptid in West Virginia, as is the annual festival, but you can learn everything there is to know about the creature and its history any time you want at the Mothman Museum. There you will find more artifacts on the phenomenon than you will ever find in books or on the Internet. In 1966 and 1967, the residents of Point Pleasant were terrorized by a cryptid known as the Mothman, witnessed an uncountable number of UFOs, and threatened by mysterious men in black....

There’s no denying that Alabama is an outdoorsman’s paradise. From rivers and mountains, to waterfalls and canyons, there are many beautiful nature spots scattered throughout our great state. While several are easily accessible, others are hidden away. The one hidden spot in Alabama that everyone should visit is Peavine Falls. It’s unbelievably beautiful! Peavine Falls is tucked away in Oak Mountain State Park - Alabama’s largest state park. It’s located at 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, Alabama 35124....

They say truth is stranger than fiction. And once you hear the story of Mississippi’s Phantom Barber, you’ll definitely agree. Without a doubt one of the strangest parts of the state’s history, the real life horror story will send chills down your spine. During the summer of 1942, several strange home invasions took place in the small town of Pascagoula. The culprit, who was dubbed the “Phantom Barber” by local newspapers, would wait for nightfall, sneak into the homes of unsuspecting residents, and steal locks of hair from their heads while they slept....

There are many perks to taking the time to get out and explore Long Island, for instance – the breathtaking ocean views and great-tasting wine! Creating the perfect romantic concoction, Sannino Vineyard of the East End is not only an amazing wine destination but it also provides you with a place to stay. With Peak Season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to start planning a trip to this enchanting little vineyard....

It’s Springtime again in Nashville, which can only mean one thing. We’re back to that time of year when we wake up and have to wonder whether we’ll find frost on the windshields of our cars or have to worry about the threat of tornadoes all afternoon. But all that aside, there’s a certain routine that all Nashvillians seem to go through every year as soon as the trees start to bloom....

San Francisco is loaded with classic and iconic attractions that many love around the world. There are certain attractions that dazzle and outshine the others that San Franciscans are truly proud of in the city. Check out our list of spots around the city and let us know what you think below. Have you seen all of the best attractions in San Francisco? The Golden Gate Bridge Creative Commons/Wikipedia No bridge can compare to the Golden Gate Bridge....

Ready to make 2018 the best year yet? If you want to do more traveling, then we recommend checking out some of Only In Arizona’s favorite places featured in articles from last year. You’ll find an incredible collection of small towns, ghost towns, parks, and natural areas that will dazzle you. In fact, we even narrowed the list down to 12 so you can choose one new location to visit each month....

From SXSW to the thriving music scene, Austin wedges its way into the public eye. Even people from outside of the capitol city know a thing or two about it. These are 12 things that come to everyone’s mind when they think of Austin. Live music Alex Wright/Flickr We are the Live Music Capital of the World, so naturally that’s one of the first things that comes to mind when people think about Austin....