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Hidden gems abound among Southwestern Pennsylvania’s rolling hills and majestic mountains. One day, when you have time to just explore, jump in your car and start driving through the countryside. Before you know it, you’ll uncover cozy little restaurants, unassuming museums, and charming shops. Peddler’s Mercantile, a quaint store near Pittsburgh, is definitely one place you want to stop. Nestled in a red barn only a few miles from Connellsville, Peddler’s Mercantile offers a unique shopping adventure....

Philadelphia is known for making amazing cheesesteaks, and the imitation steaks you find at “sub shops” around the country just don’t come close. I know someone who moved to central PA, ordered a cheesesteak with onions, and ended up receiving some ground beef with raw onions on top! Luckily, now you can order some of the city’s best steaks right to your door, no matter where you live in the United States....

There’s nothing like getting a bit of fresh air to revive the spirits, and this gorgeous log cabin campground is just the place to do it. Featuring an idyllic lake, plenty of greenery and charmingly rustic cabins, the whole family (or just you and your sweetheart) will love escaping the everyday here. If you love exploring state’s natural wonders, be sure to join our Massachusetts Nature Lovers Facebook group for more inspiration and your chance to have a photo featured!...

Some restaurants are worth the distance, including the following four spots that are just a drive away from Baltimore. Although this little area may not look like much, there are a few scrumdiddlyumptious gems hidden within the rural surroundings. After you find these charming eateries, you’ll want to come back again and again. Just 20 minutes north of Baltimore is the town of Sparks. You won’t find much here except long stretches of scenic farmland....

Illinois holds many secrets near and dear, but some just slip out every once in awhile. There’s a restaurant out in the boonies that is so good, locals far and wide don’t mind taking the drive. This place will surely blow your mind as it is much more than just a restaurant. Keep scrolling for all the details. Acquaviva Winery in Maple Park is so far away from it all, you may almost think you’re in a different country....

If you love exploring new hikes, camping spots, and rugged wilderness areas, then you’re going to love this gem in Southern California that is the perfect place to get your nature fix outside in the fresh SoCal air. Located in Orange County in San Juan Capistrano you’ll find a delightful wilderness park that’s perfect for camping, hiking, and enjoying all kinds of nature. yelp/andrea b. Ronald W Caspers Wilderness Park is located at 33401 Ortega Hwy in San Juan Capistrano, CA....

Downtown Thomasville, Georgia comes alive during one special holiday weekend, that will take you on a trip back in time. This Victorian Christmas event will bring together families and friends to enjoy what life would have been like back in the 1800s. Fit with one-of-a-kind adventures and unique activities for all ages, you won’t want to miss this wintertime wonderland. The Victorian Christmas Festival in Downtown Thomasville, Georgia has been celebrated for the past 30 years....

‘Tis the season for garden-fresh vegetables, fruits, and flowers… Don’t you just love it? If you have been longing for warm, summer days and ripe, delicious produce, you will want to visit one of these 13 incredible Kansas farmers markets: Emporia Farmers Market (7th & Merchant, Emporia) Emporia Farmers Market Facebook Emporia Farmers Market Facebook Unlike most farmers markets, Emporia runs year round, meaning you can get seasonal produce, baked goods, gifts and more even in the cold of winter....

There are few things more enticing than the promise of a secret garden concealed in a city. There are several of these urban oases in Boston, but one stands out from the others. Upon first setting foot in the Back Bay Fens, you’d never guess that this green space contains not one, not two, but over 500 gardens! This is one possible 2.3-mile route that allows you to explore them. However, as you can see from the map, there are ways to lengthen or shorten a hike through the Fens to best suit your needs....

The temperatures are still awfully warm here in Arizona, meaning most of our usual snowy places have received surprisingly little snow. You can bet, however, that once the snow begins seriously falling, many of us will be heading out for the first chance to play in the snow. If you’re one those people, then you’re in luck because we have one fun place to share with you! This is Sunrise Park Resort, a resort near Greer known for its epic skiing hills and awesome tubing slides....

Sometimes you just need a huge, heaping plate of pasta. When the craving overtakes you, head to Trattoria Lucca in Charleston. The pasta is made fresh every day! You’ll find this adorable little Italian restaurant at 41-A Bogard Street in Charleston. Trattoria Lucca/Facebook The dining room is light, bright and cozy. You’ll feel right at home here. Bill S./Yelp This is the kind of restaurant where you can gather your friends and family together for an amazing meal in a friendly, warm environment....

Though the facade doesn’t instantly give it away, this restaurant bowling alley in Illinois instantly immerses you in the ocean. Hold your breath and step inside for a nautical adventure like none other. From amazing seafood to waterway bowling and more, this fun place is perfect for all. Scroll on for all the entrancing details. Located in East Peoria, Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill is a very unique restaurant that’s perfect for families....

The Garvan Woodland Gardens are an iconic Arkansas attraction. We love their magnificent light display in winter and the Anthony Chapel gives just about everyone wedding fever. The Gardens have even more to offer than fields of beautiful flowers. Residing in the middle of the Gardens is the most magical little Fairy Village. Let’s tiptoe through the tulips and see if we can catch a fairy at this whimsical spot....

Wyoming is so awesome it’s hard to imagine it any other way than it is today. What few people know is that at one time, a huge section of the Cowboy State wanted to secede and join forces with parts of two other states to form an entirely new and different state. Thankfully, the notion didn’t gain traction after an initial push by supporters. Otherwise, depending on where you live now, you might have been an “Absarokan” instead of a “Wyomingite....

Have you ever wanted to put together a bucket list and actually visit the places listed? In 2018, Kansas is going to have a great year full of amazing attractions and tasty restaurants. This year, make sure your bucket list isn’t neglected! The Santa Fe Trail ruts Lastrick/TripAdvisor Being able to see a lasting memory of our travels west is amazing. These wagon ruts have stood the test of time and still mark the trail leading to Santa Fe....

Chicago – as a whole – is wonderful, but there are some neighborhoods in the city that are better than others. From low crime rates to good schools and well-kept infrastructure, these places are the best in which to find a home. Popular for good reasons, these are the 10 best places to live in all of Chicago. Keep scrolling for details about these lovely neighborhoods. Lincoln Square Flickr/Andrew Seaman Full of beautiful, historic homes, this neighborhood has many gardens, nature trails, and charming streets to traverse....

As we prepare to welcome a new year here in Washington, our thoughts are on goals and resolutions. And since hopefully exploring more of Washington is on the agenda for the coming year, we thought we’d draw your attention to some of the Evergreen State’s finest hidden gems. Make a few of these part of your 2018 discoveries and you’ll have a beautiful year indeed. Mima Mounds Brian Henderson / Flickr Located on the Olympic Peninsula, these mysterious mounds have inspired a lot of speculation and imagination from visitors....

Summer in Cincinnati is truly something special. As we shoulder our way through frosty winter weather, it’s important to keep our eyes on the prize. Here are a few scenes from summer in Cincinnati that will have you dreaming of warm weather and sunny days. The city springs to life when warm weather hits. Flickr/5chw4r7z Enjoying the sunshine by the Ohio River. Flickr/Christopher Schulteis It’s a perfect day for baseball at the Great American Ball Park....

Milwaukee might be a small city, but it has some big views. From the skyline on the lake to the Art Museum, you’ll find yourself stopping to take it all in. After all, MKE is truly breathtaking. Here are 11 stunning views of Brew City that prove we live in the most beautiful city in the country — and maybe even the world. The skyline through Lakeshore State Park/ Steve / Flickr...

They say that the best things in life are worth waiting for, but when it comes to Idaho, sometimes the best places to eat are worth searching for. Know what that means? It means keep driving past those big-name restaurants, fast food drive-thrus, tourist traps, and downtown smorgasbords that all the locals flock to. Tucked in alleys, out in the middle of nowhere, or just plain overlooked, here are 7 restaurants that might take some searching to find but are absolutely worth it....