Known for being one of the busiest airports in the world, Chicago O’Hare International may have a major renovation in its future. All the details may not be 100% official just yet, but if things go as planned, here’s what you can expect. Chicago O’Hare International Airport/Facebook Set to be completed in 2026 and to take place over the course of eight years, the renovation will cost an estimated $8.5 billion dollars....
If you thought Ellicottville was only a place to visit during ski season, think again! This town is beautiful year-round, but its beauty truly shines through while surrounded by fall foliage. Read on to see why we pick the EVL as the one town near Buffalo everyone must visit this fall. First things first, just look at this place! Holiday Valley Resort - Facebook Ellicottville is a small town, but the landscape around the area is hugely impressive....
Go ahead and don that swimsuit for a fun day in the water… even if the forecast calls for a wintry mix on the day you plan to go. Don’t worry about thunderstorms that are predicted. And it’s okay that you just don’t want to be exposed to the fiery Texas sun when temperatures sizzle. The massive new $88 million Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark is counting on these reasons and more to attract water lovers to its new mega facility in Grand Prairie after four years in the making!...
Every now and then, it’s good to reflect on the good old days and share in some nostalgia. Here in DC, things change on a regular basis and it can be hard to share in memories of the past. For this reason, Glen Echo Park is a special place for Washingtonians. It’s a beautiful historic park that will make you wish for the good old days. Glen Echo Park is a historic park in Glen Echo Maryland....
When you think of a brewing company, often the first thing that comes to mind is beer. But did you know there was a brewing company right here in Southern California that also specializes in handcrafted sodas made from local spring water? If you had no idea such a place existed, then you’ll want to take a look for yourself to see what fun flavors are being brewed up at this local gem in SoCal....
With 53 state parks, Oklahoma certainly has plenty to choose from when it comes to outdoor recreation. Here’s an underappreciated park that’s a little less crowded than others. Visit it now, before it becomes too popular! McGee Creek State Park is located in Atoka, at the edge of the Ouachita Mountain Range. This 2,600-acre park offers tons of year-round recreation. McGee Creek State Park/Facebook You’ll find 25 miles of trails in the park....
Northern California is known for its always-sunny weather, and a white Christmas is a very rare thing for most folks in the state. But many people don’t know our Golden State does see snow in some parts. If you’re looking for a place in NorCal to go skiing, snowboarding, or picture-taking, check out these five places in Northern California that actually see snow. Donner Pass Bill Couch/Flickr Nestled in the Sierra Nevada, this mountain pass is located just nine miles from the town of Truckee....
Northern California is such a unique area because each small town has its own individual character. One of the best parts of living in this region is getting to explore these little towns and discovering the treasures hiding within them. Shelter Cove is a census-designated place located in Humboldt County. Home to just 693 people in a beautiful coastal setting, this place is as close to heaven on earth as you can get....
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows may be one of the oldest and largest fraternal organizations in the world, but it has a few skeletons in the closet — and attics and cupboards, too. Like most secret societies, the Odd Fellows have a few unique rituals and ceremonies. One of them involves skeletons, and it’s as creepy as it sounds. Take a look: Located in the small town of Scio, Oregon, the IOOF Rebekah Leone Lodge is probably one of the last places you would expect to stumble across a skeleton....
Brambleberry Winery and Inn is located in Taylor, along the Trempeauleau River. A few miles from Black River Falls and not far from the Great River Road, it’s one of the Wisconsin wineries that takes advantage of the hill lands here to get lots of sun on their grapes and other fruits. The soil out here is full of unique minerals, adding a distinctive flavor to the wine. Visiting here to sample the delicious wine is definitely worth it, but a stay at this unique and beautiful inn really completes the experience....
While traveling throughout the country and stepping outside of your hometown, you may find yourself full of curiosity as you pass by places and sights that you’ve never seen before. By now you’ve probably encountered a few head-turning roadside attractions, but have you ever seen a sign that had you whipping around to take a second look? Keep scrolling to see if you’ve ever laid eyes on any of these unusual signs in America!...
Let’s make this week all about taking a trip back in time. We recently wrote You’ll Absolutely Love This 50s Themed Diner In Georgia highlighting one of the coolest places in Cornelia, Georgia. But now it’s time to head on down memory lane to this one-of-a-kind vintage soda shop in Georgia. Bring your whole family and experience together an era that was filled with simpler times and oh-so-delicious food. On the square in Cleveland, Georgia you’ll find the epically vintage soda shop called The Soda Fountain Cafe....
Craving fish tacos? You’re not the only one. Whether it’s served crispy, grilled, or Baja style, a good fish taco is impossible to resist. Luckily, there are plenty of amazing places to get tacos in Oregon. From beachside seafood shacks to authentic Mexican taquerias, here are 10 restaurants that serve the most finger-licking good fish tacos in the Beaver State. Parrilla Grill (Bend) Facebook/Parrilla Grill Facebook/Parrilla Grill If you like fish tacos, you’ve got to try the famous ones at Parrilla Grill....
The Delaware beaches are full of mouthwatering seafood restaurants, but one in particular stands out as quirky, fun, and absolutely delicious. Twining’s Lobster Shanty has been a favorite of vacationers and locals in Fenwick Island since it opened in 2010, and every year, they seem to get better and better. Hurry up and plan a visit fast, before they close for the season in January! The Lobster Shanty is located at 37310 Lighthouse Rd, Fenwick Isle, DE 19944...
If trees could talk, these would have quite a story to tell. For a state that was known as mostly treeless and still is today, people may not expect there to be large amounts of pine trees out on the plains that have been there for centuries. In fact, those pine forests were at one point named a national forest by Theodore Roosevelt himself. Though sparse, you won’t believe how beautiful these trees can be out in North Dakota....
We, Pittsburghers, know a thing or two about stereotypes. We, who live in the “smoky city,” have dealt with them for years. Some, of course, are true. Others just aren’t. And, not all stereotypes are bad, are they? Here are 10 totally true stereotypes we yinzers really should just accept as fact. We’re all about the black and gold and… Flickr/David Fulmer Yup. And, make sure you call it black and gold....
I think most of us are guilty of judging a book by its cover every once in awhile. Sometimes restaurants are easy to judge based on their exterior, and other times, you’re missing out on a great meal just because the sign is faded. Well, after looking around town, we’ve discovered 11 restaurants that won’t dazzle you aesthetically, but the food is amazing! Cupini’s - 1809 Westport Rd., Kansas City, Missouri Cupini’s Facebook...
Living in Pittsburgh’s a pretty good deal, don’t you think? We’re surrounded by friendly people. There’s always plenty to do no matter what your interests. And, the food…Well, Pittsburgh’s got itself ranked as one of the cities to go for foodies. Life is pretty good here. But, there are a few things no one tells you about living in the Burgh. (Good news is they’re pretty much all positive things.)...
Chicago is prone to many stereotypes due to the way our city is depicted in the media. To clear our name, we think there are some things everyone should know about us, because these are the things that make us great. Don’t start making assumptions about Chicago before you read this list. Scroll on for 13 things we’d like to address. We’re the best! Flickr/Timothy Neesam If there’s anything you should know about Chicago, it’s that we’re the best city in the world and we know it....
Cleveland is truly a wonderful place to call home, but if you’ve never lived in a big city with Midwestern values, we have a thing or two to tell you. Every city anywhere in the world is bound to have misconceptions and rumors circulated about it, but as residents of one of the best cities in the world, we are here to dispel rumors and set the record straight. Allow us to be the first to offer a friendly “Welcome to Cleveland!...
