If you’ve ever visited Dinosaur National Monument, you’re familiar with the dinosaur quarry, but many people skip one of the most interesting parts of this park – a fossil trail that features exposed dinosaur bones! Dinosaur National Monument straddles the Utah/Colorado border. On the Utah side, it’s in Jensen, Utah, which is near Vernal. Google You’ll pay $20 per vehicle to enter the park (the pass is good for seven days)....
Delaware’s state parks are among the most underrated in the country. From Cape Henlopen to White Clay Creek, they draw millions of visitors every year who want to experience all that Delaware has to offer. Sometimes, though, you want to go where the people aren’t, and these secret Delaware parks are always a lot less crowded than our more well known natural places. Redden State Forest Visit Delaware Delaware’s largest state forest is also one of its least trekked....
Once you’ve lived in New York for a while, you quickly start to realize that our state is one that’s pretty good at coming up with our own unique dishes. With that said, this doesn’t mean that we haven’t figured out how to put our own spin on favorite foods and recipes that the rest of the country is familiar with. With Lent beginning this week, many of our residents have begun to think about which restaurants they’ll visit for some fulfilling fish fry....
Say what you want about the Hoosier state — when it comes to food, we’ve got a lot to brag about. From signature food items to foods we just do better, there’s a lot to miss about leaving the Hoosier state. Here are 8 foods everyone misses when they leave Indiana. Sauerkraut balls Steve Wertz/Flickr These delicious balls of joy can be found throughout the Midwest, but no one makes them quite like Indiana....
There’s something so beautiful about seeing a brightly colored kite fly through the sky on a clear day. Lucky for us, there’s a unique festival that’s taking over West Baton Rouge that will be great fun for the whole family, and you need to see it. The annual Kite Fest Louisiana returns to Port Allen for its 14th year on April 7th and 8th. West Baton Rouge CVB/Facebook You’re not going to want to miss it!...
With a climate unlike the rest of the United States, Hawaii is home to some of the country’s most unique botanical gardens, from the enchanting Liliuokalani Park and Gardens to Kauai’s famous Allerton Garden and the Koko Crater Cactus Garden and everything in between. These gardens feature thousands of species of tropical plants as well as flora indigenous to our beautiful gardens, and while they are all gorgeous in their own way, there is one garden that stands out in a crowd....
San Francisco is full of lots of things to do this fall. If you’re looking for things to do, places to see, and more then keep reading. Go to a pumpkin patch. Chris P/Yelp Come to Clancy’s Pumpkin Patch in the Inner Sunset for a classic city spot first opened for pumpkins, Halloween prep, and wander through a hay maze. Clancy’s Pumpkin Patch is located at 1620 7th Ave, San Francisco, 94122...
You might have noticed that Columbus has been making all sorts of “Best Cities” lists lately. Forbes named us one of the best cities for young professionals; but it’s not all about work. We’ve also been called one of the happiest cities in the country. We have so much incredible food, art, and music to keep us entertained. Here are 10 reasons why Columbus has become the heart of the Midwest....
Nebraska is one of those states that people just love to bash. We seem like an easy target because the people are nice and out-of-staters seem to think that it’s boring here. They can go ahead and hate Nebraska, because the things they don’t like about our home happen to be some of our favorite parts of living here. The weather. flickr/Kenneth Hagemeyer We do have some pretty intense weather at times, but the storms are beautiful and the precipitation keeps everything lush and growing....
It seems like Mother Nature has spent the last month teasing us. With daily high temperatures in Omaha bouncing from -1 all the way up to 54 degrees during January (and similar fluctuations across the state), it’s been a heartbreaking roller coaster of freezing cold weather… and then balmy, spring-like temperatures. With more cold weather on the way, we’re bracing for many more weeks of winter, but that doesn’t mean we can’t dream of sun-soaked summer days....
As the most isolated population center on the entire planet, the Hawaiian Islands are incredibly unique in everything from our scenery and land formations to our culture and common quirks. And while not everyone is the same, there are a few habits most Hawaii locals share that prove you can never take the Hawaii out of the local, no matter how hard you try or how long ago you moved to the mainland from the islands....
As we head into fall and winter, you may be looking for a spot to get cozy and get away from everyday life. Kentucky is the perfect state for these retreats, as we have plenty of natural beauty and places that serve as a quiet oasis. Of course you could stay at a hotel or bed and breakfast, but why not plan a stay at a cozy cottage, cabin or home that is perfectly hidden in Kentucky?...
New Mexico isn’t called the Land of Enchantment for nothing! You’ll find some striking scenery around the state and one way to see it all at once is by stopping at an overlook. Consider this a starter list for some of New Mexico’s best overlooks, vistas, and viewpoints. Let’s take a look! Anderson Overlook Tim Rawle/Flickr This scenic overlook near Los Alamos on Highway 502 shows off some spectacular scenery of the Rio Grande Valley....
Now that Thanksgiving’s behind us, many of us are starting to decorate for Christmas, or will soon. One of the most important centerpieces for your holiday decor is a tree! Every year, trees go up in the late fall and early winter, bringing all sorts of joy for the season. If you’re someone who likes real trees instead of plastic or aluminum, why not try one of these amazing Christmas tree farms this year?...
It’s no secret that Alabama is the perfect place to call home. This Southern state is truly special because it’s filled with such a variety of unique places. From spectacular caves and scenic canyons, to majestic mountains and beautiful lakes, here are nine places in Alabama that are better than anywhere else in the country: Cheaha State Park - Delta tripadvisor/Big_Globe_Traveler Cheaha State Park is located atop Mt. Cheaha - Alabama’s highest natural point....
This is the time of year that people flock to haunted houses, but here are 10 places you might actually see a ghost that’s not a paid actor. Do you believe in ghosts? The Hotel Alex Johnson, Rapid City The Hotel Alex Johnson/Facebook The most famous ghost at this hotel is the Lady in White, a bride who may have jumped to her death from the 8th floor in the 1970s....
When it comes to food, Alabama doesn’t disappoint! This is especially true in regard to sweet treats such as pies, cookies, ice cream and cheesecake. Over the years, cheesecake has become increasingly popular. Here in Alabama, no other cheesecake bakery outshines Hope’s Cheesecake. For reasons why, read on. Hope’s Cheesecake, which reopened in 1996, is located in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama. This bakery is an absolute must-visit for cheesecake lovers....
If you love the tried and true pleasure of browsing through shelves to find your favorites as well as new pleasures, then you’ll love this three-story bookstore in North Carolina. Little Switzerland Books and Beans is located a stone’s throw from the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Little Switzerland exit. Google Maps/Sandy C TripAdvisor/Raeann C Begun in 1987 and since sold and expanded, the store is packed to the hilt with books in every nook and cranny....
When you live in a place as beautiful as Southern California, it’s easy to spend a lot of time wandering outside for a stroll in the great outdoors. If you’re seeking a new outdoorsy destination to add to your rotation, you’ll love this stunning canyon hike in SoCal that is a treat to the eyes at every turn. Tecolote Canyon Nature Park is home to an easy breezy canyon trail that’s a delight to visit when you’re in need of a short break with some fresh outdoor air....
Fall is an amazing time to explore Massachusetts. This state absolutely erupts with autumn beauty and there are so many towns that are perfectly suited to experiencing the charm of the season. Here’s one town that makes for a perfect fall day trip. Flickr/emivel2003 Sudbury, Massachusetts is a perfectly charming New England town with plenty of colonial history and beautiful fall foliage. Close enough to Boston to be accessible to urban dwellers yet far enough away to feel like true countryside, this small town is packed with fall-friendly activities....
