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Are you ready for a weekend getaway? Labor Day might be over, but there’s still plenty of time to head for the hills for a weekend surrounded by West Virginia’s natural beauty. Take a look at these quaint cabins. Smoke Hole Resort is a family-owned destination that’s been offering rustic accommodations for more than 30 years. Smoke Hole Resort/Facebook This beautiful place offers accommodations in its lodge, or you can opt for a more private getaway in one of the cabins....

Whether you love to fish, swim, hike, camp, or just explore, Florida is paradise on Earth. Here are some of the most beautiful hidden (and not-so-hidden) gems the Sunshine State has to offer. Ocala National Forest Flickr/Julia Putnam Some of our state’s oldest and greatest attractions are our crystal-clear freshwater springs. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a first-time tourist, a visit to one (or more) of Florida’s springs should be on your to-do list....

Between our agricultural history and our folklore, Illinois has developed many superstitions over the years. Though most know these myths are to be taken with a grain of salt, there are still many who believe they are true. Strange sightings to wacky practices make up this list of 10 things Illinoisans are superstitious about. Check them out: More black than brown on Woolly Bear caterpillars means a harsh upcoming winter. Flickr/USFWSmidwest You may remember hunting for these little guys in your youth....

There are a million things to do within the city of Minneapolis. But for many resident tend to pick their favorite activities and places and stick with them, rather than branching out to try new things. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with knowing what you like and want to do, but every once and awhile it’s good to change up your routine. Minneapolis has so much to offer: here are ten surprising things you’ve never thought about doing in Minneapolis!...

Living in Utah is definitely a unique experience. We definitely have our quirks, and sometimes the best thing to do when you run into a Utah stereotype that seems painfully true is just to shake your head and laugh. Luckily, Utahns have a sense of humor! Here are 12 inside jokes that you’ll definitely appreciate if you’ve been in the Beehive State for very long. It’s going to take a lot more than a snowstorm to keep us from grilling a steak....

Rhode Island is nothing if not unique, but there are some things that really stand out. Our two-ton termite The Big Blue Bug for example. Everyone is familiar with Nibbles, but there are plenty of other attractions here that aren’t things you see every day. We’ve put together a list of some unique Rhode Island spots that are worth checking out, because visiting these places make great stories at parties....

Portland may have seen a rapid growth in the last couple decades but our city has seen many changes since its beginnings. Originally founded in 1851, the City of Roses went from the sleepy agricultural community to a bustling city in under a century. These are some of the interesting things that have happened along the way. Our name comes from a coin flip Maceio Lulko / Flickr When the original founders of Portland, Asa Lovejoy and Francis Pettygrove, looked upon the land known as The Clearing, they had no plan of an original name....

History’s just about everywhere you look in the Burgh. Stroll around downtown when you’ve got some spare time. You’ll encounter plenty of historical landmarks, restaurants, and other attractions that have their own tales to tell. Even Pittsburgh’s bars have their own storied histories. We’ve already journeyed to The Original Oyster House (the city’s oldest restaurant) and Park Tavern (Pittsburgh’s oldest bar). Today, let’s go to Jean Bonnet Tavern, perhaps the oldest bar near Pittsburgh....

There’s a lot of gorgeous scenery in Wyoming. Everywhere you turn, there are magnificent forests, lush meadows, starkly stunning prairies and badlands, and majestic mountain ranges. Naturally, we think the Wyoming wilderness offers the best vistas in the world, so it wasn’t news to us when one of our own was put on the shortlist of the most beautiful mountain ranges on the planet. The Grand Tetons are part of the massive Rocky Mountain Range....

Sometimes it’s nice to forget about reality and immerse ourselves in the past. This 50s themed diner in Nevada lets you do just that. Upon sitting down for a meal in this diner, you’ll feel like you’ve entered a time machine that’s transported you over 60 years in the past. The whole family is sure to fall in love with this charming restaurant. Located in Mesquite, you can spot Peggy Sue’s 50s Diner from a mile away....

Most people don’t know that Texas is home to one of the best rental houseboats in the country. If you love boating or just being on the water in general, this getaway experience is a must. Lake Travis Houseboat Rentals attracts Texans near and far with stunning views, clear waters, and fresh air. Being one with nature isn’t limited to roughing it in a tent. Check out this wonderful overnight boating vacation....

If you want to get a glimpse of life on a submarine, Portland is the place to do it. Walk the narrow halls, sit in the captain’s seat, look through a periscope, touch a torpedo and imagine your life on board during this fun, interactive tour through our city’s submarine, the USS Blueback, at OMSI. Several tours take place daily on the submarine, docked in the Willamette River right below the OMSI campus....

It’s hard to deny the lure of abandoned buildings in sites, especially when so many of them exist in Virginia. Whether they tell tales of war, industrialism, or altogether abandoned towns, there’s something so compelling about the visual evidence of what once was. One such abandoned place just happens to be situated along a gorgeous hiking trail. If you embark on the Bull Run Meadow Loop, you’ll enjoy gorgeous views in addition to the abandoned grist mill built in 1794....

Beware the deadly plant collection at one of Illinois’ most popular museums. It is the duty of this historic attraction to preserve all aspects of history, and that means the history of all different sorts of life is recorded too. Whether you’re a seasoned botanist or just love learning about nature, you’ll love this dangerous collection of deadly plants. Check it out: There’s a deadly plant collection in Illinois that, if it got into the wrong hands, could cause some serious damage....

Washington’s Olympic Peninsula is full of hidden gems to explore, from the lush forests to the fairytale-like trails and the mystical beaches. And while you won’t find and enormous selection of restaurants in that part of the state, there are definitely a few worth discovering. Located inside the rustic beachfront Kalaloch Lodge in Forks, the Creekside Restaurant is a beloved dining spot way out in the boonies that locals and tourists love....

Who doesn’t love a nice, juicy steak? Well, if you’re up for the drive, then your patience will be rewarded because this amazing steakhouse in the middle of nowhere is serving up some of the most mouth-watering steaks you’ll find in Louisiana. Welcome to Vidrine’s, your new favorite steakhouse. Vidrine’s Steakhouse/Facebook You’ll find Vidrine’s over in Carencro, which is just a bit north of Lafayette, off of I-49. Vidrine’s is the best place to go for when you’re in the mood for burgers, seafood and steaks....

As fall makes its official start, there is an incredible number of great autumn adventures to have in Minnesota. From cider mills to fall hikes, Minnesota leaves no stone unturned when it comes to fall activities. Being the birthplace of honeycrisp apples, Minnesota apple orchards are especially notable. In the small town of Montrose, one orchard has an attraction that is sure to delight train lovers of all ages. The Fall Harvest Orchard in Montrose, Minnesota, is a fall tradition that gets better every year....

Have you every wondered why airplane windows are round rather than square? Turns out they’re not shaped like eggs for style reasons – it’s actually to prevent a pretty scary thing from happening. Early airplane designs called for square windows. After all, square windows were the norm in vehicles and homes. However, the rise of the commercial jetliner in the 1950s changed everything. These newer, larger planes were able to ascend to higher altitudes and reach greater speeds than their predecessors....

Located on the southern coast of Kauai between Waimea and Koloa is Hanapepe, one of the islands’ best-kept secrets. This little beach town is home to 2,600 residents and is often referred to as “Kauai’s Biggest Little Town.” This charming town is home to shops, eateries and a surprising amount of art galleries, as well as a stomach-dropping swinging bridge that crosses the Waimea River. While the island is full of incredible thrills, like this mountain tubing adventure, the Hanapepe Swinging Bridge is certainly something special....

Sometimes you visit a place and just instinctively know that there’s nowhere more captivating in the world than where you are at that particular moment. Lucky for us, Indiana is full of amazing natural treasures, like these 10 places that are better than anywhere else in the country. The Indiana Dunes Tom Gill/Flickr There’s nothing in the entire country that can quite compare to this unique landscape. These ancient dunes are a gorgeous staple of our natural landscape in Indiana and the stunning sights they offer, year round, are almost too good to be true....