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There are few places you can celebrate Christmas year round in the San Francisco Bay area. If the holidays pass you by then keep this store in mind. Celebrate Christmas all year at this one-of-a-kind spot near the city. The Holiday Shoppe is a retail year-round Christmas store in Sausalito. The Holiday Shoppe/Facebook Holiday Shoppe Address: 660 Bridgeway Sausalito, 94965 The Holiday Shoppe is a dedicated year-round Christmas store stocking original and unusual gifts & collectables....

Ready for a few days of amazing treasure hunting in central Iowa’s flea market, antique store, and junkin’ heaven? This event happens October 6 to 8, 2017. Read on for details. If you’d like to use the interactive map you’ll find it, here. The Back Roads Junk It Trail is happening this weekend; October 6, 7, and 8, 2017. ZeeMaps.com . Back Roads Junk-it Trail/Facebook The hours are Friday 10 a....

Beer isn’t just beer anymore. Many people’s palates prefer microbrews and specialty beers these days, and in Wyoming discerning beer drinkers can get the good stuff just about anywhere. As a matter of fact, there are so many breweries in the Cowboy State that it could very well be the beer capital of the U.S. To give you a taste, so to speak, we’ve put together a list of 17 of the most awesome breweries in Wyoming....

When a hospital closes down, we expect the shelves and closets to be emptied. However, it seems that some truly disturbing items were left behind at this mental hospital after the doors shut for the last time. Read on to learn more about the site, and check out the frightening images photographer Ken Fager captured at this abandoned spot. This abandoned mental hospital may be empty of patients, but it’s filled with creepy reminders of the past....

Northern Californians are familiar with the struggle of explaining to people that not all of California is comprised of huge cities. In fact, Northern California has its fair share of super tiny towns with just a few hundred residents. One of the best parts about living in NorCal is stumbling across these tiny communities that you didn’t even knew existed. Here are ten of the tiniest towns in Northern California. Have you been to any of them?...

Regardless of where you live, there are certain rules that should be followed at all times… even if you don’t get a rulebook upon moving to a new city. If you live in San Francisco, you probably follow these unwritten rules without even thinking twice about it. This is a whimsical and honest look at some of San Francisco’s unwritten rules: Pack an extra layer, jacket, or hoodie before leaving home....

You may or may not know these famous people were from good ol’ Kansas City. All of these people are a core part of what makes us great, and what makes our history so rich and full of life. These celebrities brought to life many songs, movies, and television shows for people all over the world to enjoy. Charlie Parker William P. Gottlieb/Wikimedia Commons Oh, Charlie Parker, a man born in Kansas City who contributed so much to the Jazz era with his saxophone skills....

If you were born and raised in Philly, you can spot an imposter from a mile away. They might be wearing one of those “illadelphia” shirts, they might be trying to tell you they remember the 1980 World Series… but little do they know, they give themselves away as imposters every time. How? Well… They stumble over words like Schuylkill and Bala Cynwyd. Flickr / Montgomery County Planning Board Native Philadelphians don’t even think twice about our unusual naming schemes....

You don’t have to travel to faraway lands to experience some of the most wondrous sights in the world. Some of the most spectacular wonders in the world can be found right here in the Bay State. Don’t believe it? Check the gorgeous spots below and start planning your next sightseeing trip. Of course, this list is partly in good fun. We know that the Pyramids of Giza probably have a leg up on some spots in Massachusetts....

Boardwalk trails are a wonderful way to get out and explore our state’s amazing scenery. They allow you access to parts of the swamps/bayous that you normally wouldn’t be able to get to, giving you glimpses of beautiful cypress/tupelo forests, native plants, and tons of wildlife. Here are some of our favorite boardwalk trails perfect for an afternoon stroll. Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center MNrodtrippers66/Trip Advisor This 203-acre facility is dedicated to conservation and recreation through education and tourism....

With the first day of winter only a few weeks away, there’s no better time than right now to visit Alabama’s most beautiful fall spots. One spot in particular is Palisades Park, which belongs on everyone’s fall bucket list. For more information about this scenic park, read on. Palisades Park, which covers approximately 100 acres, is one of Blount County’s best-kept secrets. It’s located at the foothills of the Southern Appalachians and has been welcoming visitors since 1973....

Raise your hand if you’re a Lord of the Rings fan! Well, nice to see many of you still out there. But you actually don’t need to be a Lord of the Rings fan in order to visit this one Florida spot. However, if you knew already what Middle Earth looked like, then it would probably help you suss out the similarities. Middle-Earth is a fictional setting in J. R. R....

Maine is a national treasure! Given that fact, it’s no surprise that we have an entire network of incredible places to find ACTUAL treasures. Whether it’s Maine historical artifacts, like potato farming relics and old flags or cool vintage finds, like dresses and shoes, shopping here means finding anything you’re after! But, why make a list of antique stores and find the one-by-one when you have time? If you’re a serious shopper, you’ll want to take this weekend roadtrip....

Indiana isn’t generally the first place that comes to mind when you think of the word “island.” As a mostly inland state (with the exception of Lake Michigan and the Ohio River, of course), there aren’t many opportunities for island adventures in the Hoosier state. Yet, once upon a time, a resort island actually existed in our humble state. Jonathan Parish/Flickr Off the coast of the Ohio River, in what is now known as Charlestown State Park, lies an almost forgotten island that used to be a popular resort for many Hoosiers, decades ago....

Spring is just around the corner (thank goodness), which means you may be ready to make some plans to get outside and enjoy all the Cincinnati area has to offer. Camping is a popular pastime and a great way to enjoy quality family time, but you may not like the idea of having to deal with a tent or camper and all that comes along with them. There’s a solution to this dilemma, and it can be found just north of Cincinnati at the Lebanon/Cincinnati NE KOA....

If you ever find yourself wishing every day could be Christmas, make your way to this magical Christmas-themed family amusement park near Colorado Springs where your wish can become a reality. At Santa’s Workshop, a wonderful Christmas-world awaits, set to the tune of Christmas carols and filled with a wintery Alpine village, festive entertainment, holiday-themed rides, and jolly old St. Nick himself. Santa’s Workshop, found in North Pole, Colorado (a.k.a. Cascade, Colorado) is a 25-acre winter wonderland found on the beautiful slopes of Pikes Peak....

There are all kinds of drivers in this world – cautious, aggressive, slow, and the adventurous. For motor enthusiasts and the race car driver in us all, the Tail of the Dragon is an exhilarating drive full of hair pin twist and turns. It’s like the Wild Wild West of the Blue Ridge where mountain scenery takes on a daring aesthetic challenging our wits and ways with each turn of the wheel....

The weather is quickly changing here in the Sooner State, and you’re probably looking for new places to sit outdoors and enjoy a meal in the beautiful weather. The Blue Rooster near Broken Bow has the perfect outdoor porch that you’re going to love. Check it out: The Blue Rooster is located eight miles north of Broken Bow along Highway 259N. It’s nestled at the foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains and serves delicious Southern food in the most beautiful setting....

Vermont is full of ghost stories and strange happenings, and Gifford Woods State Park is no exception. This State Park located at the base of Pico Peak has plenty of spots for camping, picnics, fishing along with a large number of hiking trails. We came across the following video on YouTube by LivingFree365 that had an unusual sighting and we wonder if there are any stories out there about it being haunted....

With Minnesota’s reputation for having more than 10,000 crystal-clear lakes, it’s easy to forget that there’s a whole lot more to the state than water. Minnesota’s landscape covers prairies, bogs, forests, and more. The diverse landscape makes traveling through the state feel like an adventure, with some areas not even feeling like they’re part of the Gopher State. That effect is never more present than it is in Cascade River State Park....