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Oh the weather outside is frightfully hot, but the holiday cheer marches on. In Austin, our tacky Christmas sweaters are short-sleeved, and we always throw a snazzy blues riff into our carols. Just because we can’t build a snowman doesn’t mean we don’t know how to celebrate! These are eight weird and wacky holiday traditions that you’ll only get if you’re from Austin. Standing beneath a moontower Christmas tree Turner/Flickr You can’t get any more “Austin” than this, folks....

If you’ve ever found yourself with a full tank of gas and nowhere to go, taking the time to find the perfect scenic drive is something that’s worth while. Whether you’re looking for a full blown road trip and weekend getaway or simply just want to find a road that’s short but sweet to travel along, the list below will show you some of the best roads in New York that have unforgettable views from your windshield....

Whether it’s smothered in barbecue sauce, coated in cheese, or topped with coleslaw, there’s no denying the supreme bliss of eating a delicious sandwich. No matter what kind you prefer, you’re sure to find your new favorite sandwich in Austin. These 9 mouthwatering sandwiches are surrounded by freshly baked bread and filled with anything you can imagine. You have to try chow down on these 9 sandwiches before you die....

Ever wanted to take a ride aboard an authentic sternwheeler? The Willamette Queen is a beautiful riverboat docked in Salem that will have you cruising down the Willamette River in style. This old-fashioned vessel is a downright magical place to spend a morning, afternoon, or evening. Check it out: Located in Salem, the Willamette Queen is an authentic sternwheeler offering brunch, lunch, dinner, and special excursion cruises. Flickr/Ian Sane Stepping aboard this beautiful riverboat will make you feel like you’ve entered a different era....

There are many places around Cincinnati where you can experience epic views of our beautiful skyline. Cincinnati is known for many things, but one of the most endearing has to be the sweeping vistas of downtown and the surrounding areas from spots like Devou Park, Eden Park, Newport, and Ault Park. But there is also a quiet little park hidden in Bellevue, Kentucky, just across the river. Head over the bridge, to the banks of the Ohio River and Bellevue Beach Park for some of the most amazing views of Cincinnati you’ve ever seen....

If you are looking for a fun indoor activity to keep the kids entertained this winter, make a trip to Big Air Trampoline Park for a thrilling, athletic adventure. Located in Southeast Charlotte, this trampoline park has enough activities to keep everyone entertained for the entire day and give you a little break from the holiday madness. Big Air Trampoline Park is a 37,000 square foot trampoline park that opened in Charlotte in August....

The Buffalo Zoo is the third oldest zoo in the United States, welcoming roughly 400,000 visitors each year. So… what makes this place so great that it can withstand the test of time? Read on to see why we love the zoo – and why you should too! The Buffalo Zoo is located in Delaware Park at 300 Parkside Avenue. Maria B. - Yelp The gates to enter the zoo are beautifully built and ticketing almost always runs smoothly....

We all know the holiday season is a busy time for most people. If you aren’t in the mood to cook this season, or if you just need to get out and enjoy a home cooked meal, then you’re in luck: Dish restaurant in Plaza Midwood is a homey place that serves the best comfort food you will find in the QC. Dish is an unassuming Mom & Pop restaurant in Plaza Midwood, one of Charlotte’s most popular neighborhoods....

When you flip through history books, oftentimes you’re reading about places that you’ll never get to experience. After all, over hundreds of years, things change. Battlefields turn into strip malls, famous homes are lost to fire and never rebuilt, and enormous cemeteries are abandoned and reclaimed by nature. When you find a historic site that remains unchanged, it’s a real treat. Visit Eleuthèrean Mills at the Hagley Museum and see not only where the du Pont family got their start, but where you can step back in time to the Industrial Revolution in Delaware and learn oh so much about this state....

Philadelphians know how to stand out in a crowd! No matter how far we are from our beloved city, we take a piece of it with us whenever we travel. Here are seven ways to spot a Philadelphian, no matter where we are in the world. Our clothing Flickr / Julia Crawford We love our sports teams, and it shows on our clothes. Whether it’s a Phillies hat, an Eagles jersey, or even a Flyers t-shirt, that’s the first clue that you’ve spotted a Philadelphian....

Between blizzards and hurricanes (yep, happened!), Maine has had its fair share of wacky weather. Not to mention the regular winters and foggy summer mornings we face regularly. Despite being able to handle just about anything, there are some weather tales that have stuck in our memories. This 1987 flood in Maine is recent enough that most everyone we know experienced it in some way or another. Did you? The 1987 flood that hit Maine was one of the worst weather disasters in the state, impacting just about all areas....

If you’re a train enthusiast, you’ll find plenty to love in New Hampshire. The state’s logging and shipping history means that there were plenty of railroads carrying freight back in the day, and these days we have more than our fair share of scenic railroads, converted depots, and more. Here’s our list of spots you have to visit if you’re a big time train lover! To drive between each destination would take a total of just over two hours, but the realities of train schedules, seasons, etc....

Winter time can leave you in a bit of a funk, no matter where you live. But fortunately for St. Louisans, there are a multitude of spectacular attractions nearby that can help you defeat the winter blues for good. No place is as magical as this breathtaking nature area, which you simply have to experience in person to believe: Welcome to Pickle Springs Nature Area! mk_mcdowell/TripAdvisor This breathtaking park is a little over an hour south of St....

Clam chowder, white clam pizza and steamed cheeseburgers are probably the first things to come to mind. when you think about food for which Connecticut is well known. But we can also stake claim to having the best root beer float around. It is a secret recipe that has been served up for almost 70 years at an iconic drive-in restaurant in Bethel. Let’s take a look and see why these root beer floats are so special....

The Quarters is part restaurant, part bar, part amazing arcade. Packed with retro gaming machines from decades past and a menu that will send your tastebuds back to childhood (in a good way), read on to learn more about this incredibly unique eatery in Massachusetts. The Quarters in Hadley is a creative eatery where you can also try your hand at 24+ vintage arcade games. Facebook/The Quarters This place plays up the nostalgia factor big time with a retro-themed menu and an onslaught of your favorite childhood games....

A little Idaho restaurant just gained national recognition recently when it appeared on an episode of Travel Channel’s “Man v. Food”. The show’s host, Casey Webb, travels all over the country to participate in “food challenges” like the one featured here. The restaurant, Superb Sushi in Boise, hosts an infamous challenge called “The Demon’s Delight Challenge”. This insane seafood dish is so intense that the restaurant makes you sign a waiver before eating it....

Arkansans have a soft spot for preservation and history. We all love a good story and being able to walk around in its original location is even better. One spot in the state is working on restoring an interesting site. Ravenden Springs is home to the oldest school in Arkansas. Let’s take a walk through a canyon and imagine what classes must have been like for the original students. Historic preservation is a notable value of Arkansans....

It was 1865 when Lewis Carroll penned and published his iconic “Alice in Wonderland,” which featured an ordinary girl in a colorful world of strange creatures, characters, and general oddities. Fast forward two centuries and Colorado opens a new and exciting restaurant that is modeled after a colorful world of strange creatures, characters, and general oddities. Sound familiar? This isn’t déjà vu, but rather a Colorado Alice in Wonderland-themed restaurant that you MUST visit:...

On a cold, dreary day, there’s no better place to spend an afternoon than at the Treehouse Museum in Ogden. Gather up the kids, hop in the car, and get ready for a fun-filled adventure! You’ll find Treehouse Museum at 347 E. 22nd Street in Ogden. Treehouse Museum/Google The museum opened in 1992 and welcomes around 175,000 visitors every year. At the center of the museum is a huge tree. It stands 30 feet tall and is 65 feet around....

Last month, we featured an article that showed photographs about what life looked like in Idaho during the 1930s. It was a fascinating look into our state’s past. But what about where people lived? Houses are a fascinating way of keeping track of eras. These 10 houses from the 1930s look a lot different than the kind of houses that are popular today. They certainly didn’t contain many luxuries. Take a look at these historic photographs and see for yourself just how much things have changed....