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There’s something truly wonderful about visiting an eatery that features gorgeous decor and a unique atmosphere. While most restaurants are designed for the sole purpose of serving food, there are a handful of locales throughout the Great Lakes State that once served a wholly different purpose. When you’re ready for a one of a kind dining experience, venture to this church-turned-restaurant in Michigan. Salt Springs Brewery is located at 117 S Ann Arbor St in Saline....

Have you made any exciting travel plans for the new year? If you’re still looking for places to visit this year and don’t want to travel too far from home, then you’re in luck! There’s actually one place here in New Mexico that Time Magazine named one of the top cities to visit in the United States for the new year. Let’s take a look. It is a city you can’t ignore....

If you’re looking for places to view Christmas lights this year, you’ll absolutely love this attraction. Generations of families have been coming to Celebrations in the Oaks for years, and once you visit, you’ll see why. Every year for the holiday season, City Park transforms in to a Winter Wonderland. Celebration in the Oaks at New Orleans City Park/Facebook What started as a one day fundraising event in the 1980s has transformed into one of the biggest lighting displays in the state....

During the Prohibition era, it wasn’t too difficult to find establishments that were still serving the prohibited alcoholic beverages…if you knew where to look. They were called speakeasies, a name which referred to the need to speak quietly inside to avoid detection by the authorities. Prohibition-style speakeasies have become increasingly popular in the past couple of decades, including in Nebraska, and this one in Lincoln is one of our favorites....

When the weather outside is gloomy and cold (and even when it’s not), nothing soothes the soul quite like a hot cup of tea enjoyed among friends. While Michigan doesn’t quite rival Great Britain in its access to fine tea and scones, there’s one spot here in the Great Lakes State that will make you wonder if you’ve stepped directly into a storybook. The Royal Treat Tea Room is located at 28750 Utica Road in Roseville....

If there’s one thing Buffalonians love, it’s celebrating our city any chance we get, and what better way to do that than with a festival dedicated to the best businesses and vendors from the 716? The Totally Buffalo Festival is coming up soon, so mark your calendars and read on to see why you need to be at this one spring festival that’s so perfectly Buffalo. The second annual Totally Buffalo Festival is being held at RiverWorks on May 26th from noon to 8:00 PM....

We all know the Twin Cities are filled with some amazing restaurants. If you live in the metro area, you don’t have to travel too far to find a great bite to eat. But what if you’re in Greater Minnesota? Luckily, there are many tiny towns throughout our great state that are home to some mouthwatering restaurants. Here are 10 of our very favorites: Ely Shakata GaNai/Wikimedia Commons Gator’s Grilled Cheese Emporium/Facebook From the Ely Steakhouse to the Boathouse Brewpub, Ely is a little town little town that is full of scrumptious eateries....

Massachusetts has been here since the birth of the nation, and we have some amazing restaurants that have been serving delicious meals for almost as long. There’s nothing like tucking into a mouthwatering dish surrounded by decades of local history. Check out these ten historic restaurants that have proven themselves to be worthy of a visit. Publick House Historic Inn, Sturbridge Yelp/MJ A. Publick House This spot features traditional New England fare with a large menu and an enticing drink menu....

Can I let you in on a shocking and somewhat embarrassing fact about myself? I was born and raised in Colorado, but have only been skiing once… shame, I know. While I am definitely in the minority in terms of barely skiing (even my Kansas native husband has been on the slopes more than I have!), I know that several of you, our readers, are somewhat pro at it, which is why you will want to check out the Colorado ski run that is being called one of the sketchiest in the country....

Kaktovik is a place far away from modern civilization on the edge of the world, and very popular with polar bears. The village lies on Barter Island in the Beaufort Sea, and this was historically an important place for Alaskan Inupiaq and Canadian Inuit people to trade. Originally a fishing spot, Kaktovik became the main town of the island when a runway was constructed in the 1950s. This island village has seen an increase in polar bear sighting over the past decade and now, they seem to be everywhere in this remote place....

When it comes time to brings gifts for a White Elephant party, you usually want something odd that no one else has thought of. If not for a gift, then maybe you’re just looking for some strange new decoration for your home? Either way, you should definitely check out what is probably Kansas City’s weirdest antique store. Big Bird is not here to hurt you, he’s here to let you know that the store is open for business, and to come right in!...

If you’re a fan of horror and Halloween or you just like the thrill of getting scared, you’ve probably been to a fair share of haunted houses in the Sunshine State. You’ve probably also attended what some folks consider the Holy Grail of scary attractions: Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights. This year, save some money and check out what we consider the scariest haunted house in the state: Scream-A-Geddon. No one can match the movie set quality of Universal Studios, but most fans agree horror doesn’t need a high budget to be truly effective....

Summer is gradually winding down and Autumn is on a lot of Idahoan’s minds. With the new season comes a whole new amount of activities and things to do in Idaho. Idaho is certainly a great place to be during Fall with an endless amount of festivities that celebrate this wonderful season to participate in. If you’re looking to jump start the Fall activities as soon as possible, then these day trips are for you....

Kansas is known to have some great festivals, but have you been to our ethnic festivals? It’s always a good idea to explore other cultures and customs, and it helps that these festivals almost always come with food. Here’s 10 of our favorite ethnic festivals taking place throughout the year. Why not check them out and tell us about your experience? 68th Indian Republic Day (January 26, 2018) Anjana S./Yelp This celebration is held at the Kansas City Kansas Community College at the beginning of the year, usually around January 26th....

There’s a whole lot to love about Kansas City, but everywhere has a list of things to avoid. Aside from obvious bad neighborhoods and the occasional creepy guy on the street, what else should you avoid when in Kansas City? Here’s a list of things you should just avoid at all costs. Out-of-state drivers when it’s snowing. smysnbrg/Flickr To be completely honest, drivers from KC can be a problem too if they panic during a little snow....

If you’re a resident of the Old Dominion – whether it’s been five years or 50 – you’ve grown accustomed to a uniquely Virginian way of life. From our driving habits to our cooking, the nuances of living here are important yet often go without saying. See how many of the following unwritten rules of living in Virginia you can relate to: When it comes to the weather, expect the unexpected....

Whether you’re originally from Southern California or you’ve lived here long enough to call this destination home, we can all agree that there’s nothing else quite like SoCal. From the joyous weather year-round to the incredible beauty in each and every corner, this is one spot that’s impossible to resist once you’ve had the chance to experience it for yourself. There’s no question the rest of the country is jealous that we live here and we can’t help but rub it in....

Think a burger is boring? Think again! The Magnolia State is filled with eateries that have put their own special twist on the American classic. From gigantic patties to not-so-standard toppings, here are 12 restaurants that serve some of the biggest, baddest burgers in Mississippi. Rebel Dip (12399 US 49, Gulfport) Paul O./Yelp Bradley A./Yelp This family owned and operated drive-in has been in the business of good food for over 50 years....

I’ve spent a good amount of time worrying about my far-flung friends this week, wishing they would pack up and move near me so no one loses their home to flooding and hurricane-force winds. I’ve put together a list for all of us, so that we’ll have a handy dandy guide to all the reasons the people we love should join us here in the Natural State. Simply tell them these twelve things, and they’ll surely pack their bags....

If you’re looking for a big dose of Rhode Island nature, but don’t want to go too far, this quaint little train in Coventry is for you. At only .01 miles long, it is the shortest and sweetest trail in Rhode Island The itty-bitty trail is located on The Audobon Society of Rhode Island’s 28-acre Waterman Pond property. It’s only one-tenth of a mile long! Facebook/ Audobon Society of Rhode Island...