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Taking a road trip through America is often on the bucket list of everyone who visits this gorgeous country. If you’ve yet to embark on this iconic trip, the following photos should help provide a little inspiration. Stretching from Utah all the way to Maryland, the 2,000-mile Route 70 is the ultimate way to experience middle America. Along the way, you can expect gorgeous terrain, unforgettable attractions, delicious food, and plenty of memory-making experiences....

Arkansas trails are undoubtedly some of the best trails in the nation. We know they can be enjoyed in any sort of weather or season. Too hot? Better take the trail with your favorite swimming hole. Rainy day? Great time to see the waterfalls in full action. Winter chill got you down? Don’t hang up your hiking boots! Instead, take this equestrian trail that’s pure wintertime magic. Arkansas has some fantastic trails to take on horseback....

Delaware Bay oysters are some of the best you’ll ever have, and they’re famous around the country for their flavors. There are so many places throughout the state where you can track down delicious, fresh oysters that it’s hard to narrow it down to the best oyster bars in Delaware… but we had to give it a shot. Here are the top 10 places to feast on fresh oysters in the First State....

Ready to pop the question? Make sure the event is memorable. From gorgeous sunset overlooks to sweet and quirky murals, Austin is bursting with romantic places. These are the 10 best places in Austin for an epic marriage proposal. Mount Bonnell BrandonLord/Flickr There’s nothing more romantic than the sunset views from the top of Mount Bonnell. This overlook has enchanted Austinites for decades. This serene setting is the perfect place to pop the question....

Hoping to be pals with a Mainer? It’s easy. Be nice to our friends and family and don’t make fun of the place we call home. If that’s not specific enough, read on to find out what we don’t take kindly to. From the way you speak to the things you ask, here are a few things that annoy Mainers. Come to visit and stay inside if it’s cold. Stanley Dai / Unsplash Let’s get out there!...

Michigan certainly isn’t lacking when it comes to fantastic restaurants. No matter what you’re craving, you’re sure to find it here in the Great Lakes State. But while our current restaurant selection is fantastic, there are plenty of long-gone eateries throughout the area that we miss when hunger strikes. Here are nine now-defunct restaurants in Michigan that make us long for the past. Bill Knapp’s Flickr/Wystan Of course, we had to start off this list with Bill Knapp’s....

Whether you’ve lived in Virginia your entire life or have since settled down somewhere else, there’s no denying your true Virginia roots. Nowhere does this become more apparent than the following list of undying habits portrayed by just about every Virginian out there. Maybe it’s hardwired into our DNA or perhaps we’ll never truly feel at home anywhere else. See if any of the following apply: A deep fascination and appreciation for history....

I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait for spring. One of the best things about the season is that many of the attractions that have been shuttered during the cold, winter months open back up for our enjoyment. Here’s a little park that’s perfect for your first spring day trip with the family – take a look! Bear Country USA is a drive-through wildlife park that covers over 250 acres....

Outdoor fun is what Wyoming is all about, and we have tons of natural attractions to enhance any experience. A perfect example is the kayak park in Green River. The city took advantage of the river running through it to create a place where tubers, swimmers, and kayakers of all abilities can spend hours enjoying the water sports they love most. Strategically built around a national historical landmark, visitors get the bonus of experiencing a piece of history along with a thrilling ride....

Rhode Island gets even more adorable at Christmastime. There are so many ways to catch the Christmas spirit if you’re feeling Grinchy! Check out these seven enchanting things to do before the Big Man arrives. Make sure you don’t miss anything on this list and you’ll have the best Rhode Island Christmas ever! Be awed by The Breakers yuletide decorations. The Preservation Society of Newport County There is nothing like the glitter and sparkle of The Breakers in Newport at Christmastime....

Health nuts are going crazy this time of year, pushing gym memberships and fresh fruits and veggies hard in the heart of winter. Here’s the thing, though – there’s nothing that sounds more terrible than a cold salad in the middle of January. What even is that?! We decided to stop off at the historic Sperry’s Restaurant in Nashville for a hearty meal that will keep us full and warm ’til Tuesday....

Brew City is well-known for the fact that it has more bars than grocery stores, but what many don’t know is that it is also a little city with some big views. Whether you’re taking a stroll down the Riverwalk, hanging out by Lake Michigan, or you’re up for climbing a parking structure to see the city from new heights, here are 10 views that will blow you away. Lakeshore State Park Friends of Lakeshore State Park / Facebook You can’t go wrong with this popular photoshoot spot....

DC is quickly becoming one of the most walkable cities in the country. We have charming streets lined with boutiques, gorgeous neighborhood streets covered by leafy green trees and iconic streets that will take you past impressive monuments and landmarks. We found 7 iconic streets that you actually should stroll. 7th St NW Flickr/Tim Evanson Walk Along 7th Street to enjoy DC’s Chinatown neighborhood.This bright neighborhood has colorful restaurants, trendy stores and the Verizon Center....

Given the sheer size and extensive history of our state, it stands to reason that there are plenty of abandoned communities sprinkled throughout Texas. One such town goes by the name “Baby Head” – and if you’re thinking how grim that sounds, you’re exactly right. There’s a bridge near the cemetery with a past gruesome enough to be the city’s namesake, and you’ll definitely want to keep scrolling to read all about it....

Statistically, Montana is a very safe place to live — but sadly, no place is entirely safe from devious serial killers. The Treasure State has several sinister serial killer stories, most notably Wayne Nance, the “Missoula Mauler.” But there’s another known murderer whose victims all resided in Montana, and his name was David Meirhofer. David G. Meirhofer was born in Manhattan in 1949, and Gallatin County was where he would stay....

The rise of industry was an integral part in the development of our state, but sometimes those endeavors come at a tragic cost. On the fateful day of April 16, 1947, an explosion whose effects would be felt for decades occurred in the Port of Texas City. To this day, it is still recognized as the deadliest industrial accident in U.S. history and one of the largest non-nuclear explosions ever to take place....

Located in Grant County near the Columbia Basin, Moses Lake is a fairly quiet community of about 23,000 people. Other than the beautiful lake itself, you probably won’t hear much about the tourist attractions or exciting events here – but when it comes to its Mexican food, this little city is extremely underrated. If you’re doubting this claim, just head that way and try as many of these spots as you can....

With how often life is changing and how modern technology is so frequently updating, charming pieces of New York’s past can sometimes feel impossible to find. Taking you back to the good old days when things were a bit more simple, there’s nothing like stumbling upon a well-kept covered bridge. Lucky for us we have a handful of these historic gems within driving distance of one another, making for one dreamy road trip....

Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, a small town in Central Florida, is one of our prettiest landmarks. Despite its beauty, it is often overshadowed by the nearby major theme parks, and many tourists never even realize it’s there. Bok Tower is one of Florida’s most celebrated attractions that dates back long before Central Florida became a theme park capital of the country. Flickr/Trish Hartmann Bok Tower Gardens has had millions of visitors since it opened in 1929....

Mark your calendars: this epic train trip is the best way to check out some of the most stunning scenery in North Carolina and Tennessee. On March 24, the Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society and Museum is hosting a breathtaking railroad trip that will take you through the Great Smoky mountains. Better still, this incredible day trip is super affordable. This one-day-only train trip will take you through the stunning Great Smoky Mountains in North Carolina....