Face it, sports fans: Maine will never have a Major League Baseball team. When your biggest city has a population of 67,000 (the smallest Major League city, Cincinnati, has a population of 300,000) teams aren’t exactly going to be pounding on your door with relocation opportunities. No, we’ll just have to settle for the minor league Portland Sea Dogs, and, of course, having the Boston Red Sox a few hours away....
Halloween certainly earns props as the most spooktacular time of the year. But, especially with the fall foliage as the backdrop, it’s also one of the most beautiful times of the year. Celebrate the simple beauty of the Halloween season at what just might be the most magical Halloween event in Pennsylvania. Embrace the festive atmosphere of October with a visit to Hershey Garden’s annual Pumpkin Glow celebration. Facebook/Hershey Gardens...
Have you ever been out to Bluff City, Tennessee? Tucked deep in the heart of East Tennessee, this gorgeous space is filled to the brim with gorgeous scenery and good people, a true homage to the hospitality of The Volunteer State. While you’re in the area, take a quick drive up close to the gorgeous mountains to the east, and fall in love with one of the best bbq joints around....
Southern California is one of the country’s best destinations when it comes to seeing animals up close. The world-famous San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park are the most well-known, but there are also several smaller animal sanctuaries and zoos here. The Wildlife Learning Center is a beautiful place to see animals up close, and you can even interact one-on-one with some of them! The Wildlife Learning Center is home to more than 100 animals from 50 different species....
Nestled on the slopes of Mount Haleakala is a gorgeous landscape known as upcountry Maui. This picturesque area is known for its incredible paniolo culture and is home to not only some of the coolest farms you’ll ever experience but sweeping, panoramic views as well. There is one farm, however, so beautiful that it knocks every other destination in this area away. This is the Kula Ali’i Lavender Farm, and it is an absolute must-visit on any trip to Maui’s upcountry....
There’s a boat in California’s capital of Sacramento that looks just like an ordinary ship from the outside. But this is no ordinary ship. In fact, you can eat and sleep in this vessel because it’s actually a hotel. Check out the Delta King in Northern California. The Delta King is an authentic riverboat, originally constructed in Glasgow, Scotland and Stockton, California. Scott W./Yelp The Delta King and its sister, the Delta Queen, were christened on May 20, 1927....
Disaster happens everywhere in the world, but it seems that most of Kansas’ destruction comes from weather related events such as tornadoes, ice storms, and wildfires. However, on occasion, some tragedy that is mechanical or otherwise costs lives. For that reason, we’ll never forget the destruction of life and property that this plane crash in Kansas caused back in 1965. Do you remember this event? What is known as the Piatt Street Disaster started as a normal morning for the neighborhood of 20th and Piatt Street in Wichita, Kansas....
Romantic getaways aren’t just for Valentine’s Day. You can take your special someone to any of these beautiful destinations in Northern California for a cozy weekend anytime of the year. The following five spots are perfect for a mini-vacation with your someone special. Take a look. Little River Inn, Little River - 7751 CA-1, Little River, CA 95456 Nicholas D./Flickr This romantic inn just south of Mendocino is the perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend with your sweetheart....
Say what you will about hippies. The free spirits that emerged in the 1960s from the Beat movement made a lasting impact on American culture and you’ll still find traces of their lifestyle 50 years later all around the country. In fact, Arizona has several cities and towns known for their hippie communities, there is one town that certainly stands out. It probably won’t surprise you to learn that Bisbee is often considered the hippie-est town in Arizona....
Are you ready to have your mind (and taste buds) BLOWN?! The Centennial State is famous for its stellar Denver omelets, local meats, and burritos smothered in green chile, but did you know that Colorado is now also home to a full-blown waffle lab? Check it out: Tucked away in Fort Collins is that of the aptly named Waffle Lab, which promises that “For the rest of your natural life you will stalk the mobile kitchen like your ex on Facebook....
Trying to decide on Washington’s most beautiful town is like trying to choose a favorite child. Between stunners like Leavenworth, La Conner and Friday Harbor, just to name a few, it’s impossible to name a true winner. But if you want a small city that has a little bit of everything – including an amazing waterfront – you can’t go wrong with Gig Harbor. Gig Harbor is located in Pierce County near Tacoma....
It’s hard to get lost in our little state, but sometimes you’ll stumble upon a museum, restaurant, or park that you never knew was there, and those hidden gems can quickly become your favorite places in the First State. These are the best hidden attractions in Delaware – those that are treasured by locals but don’t often make the tourist brochures or travel guides. Russell W. Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge, Wilmington Flickr / Edward Weston The little-known Russell W....
Columbus is a super fun place and there are lots of activities you can do while enjoying the outdoors. No matter what season it is, you’ll be able to find a way to get some fresh air. With these 11 outdoors activities, it’s up to you whether you want to push yourself or take it easy. Check them out! Hayden Run Falls Steve Grant/Flickr You might not know that you can visit a beautiful waterfall right here in the city!...
Austinites are usually easygoing, but certain things will definitely make our skin crawl. Some things, though they may sound totally fine to the rest of the country, will ring like nails on a chalkboard to us. These are 11 foolproof ways to make someone from Austin cringe. Ordering a Perrier instead of Topo Chico Tom Coates/Flickr In Austin, you always go for the Topo. Doing the “slow slow quick” when you two-step Broken Spoke/Facebook At The Broken Spoke dancehall, there’s nothing worse than having a dance partner that just can’t get the pattern right....
Now that fall is officially here and the colorful transformation of the leaves is well underway, time is limited to go check it out for yourself. North Dakota has many scenic spots that become absolutely stunning during this season. You don’t need to be an expert outdoorsman to enjoy these views. All you need to do is to head outside to the following spots and take these easy trails that will show you spectacular sights....
Vegans and vegetarians may want to skip today’s article, but for the rest of you with peaked interest you’re in for some cooking inspiration. These meals may be a bit odd to an outsider, but they’re just another meal to us. Remember, if you go through this list and see nothing weird, then you’re a true Arkansan. Venison Flickr/Stijn Nieuwendijk There’s no denying that hunted and self-prepared meat is far superior to any plastic wrapped tray from the store....
The holidays can be so busy and stressful that many people are ready for a little getaway in January. Visit this historic lodge that’s situated in one of the state’s most beautiful parks. Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, Starved Rock Lodge in Oglesby, Illinois is on the National Register of Historic Places. Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center/Facebook The address of the lodge is 2668 East 875th Road, Oglesby, Illinois....
You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who wasn’t a Beatles fan. And here in Virginia, we take that appreciation to a whole new level with a restaurant dedicated entirely to the Fab Four. Abbey Road Pub & Restaurant near the Virginia Beach Oceanfront offers an incredible array of memorabilia, local dishes, and festive decor that would impress any Beatles lover. Take a look at what these fabulous restaurant has in store:...
Allens Boots has been an Austin staple since 1977, and people can’t get enough of their stylish western wear. You could spend hours trying on the wide selection of hats, belt buckles, and pearl snap shirts. Head on over to South Congress and explore Allens Boots. This massive store in Austin has more than 4,000 pairs of cowboy boots, and you need to see it for yourself. The giant red boot along South Congress Avenue can only mean one thing: thousands of shoes await you....
If only the walls of abandoned places could talk, can you imagine the stories they would tell? Pittsburgh, and the surrounding area, lay claim to a fair share of abandoned places. Schools. Churches. A stretch of turnpike. This abandoned hospital near Pittsburgh also has its own story to tell. The former Brownsville General Hospital sits abandoned less than an hour from downtown Pittsburgh. Flickr/Forsaken Fotos Construction on the hospital began in 1908, in an attempt to fill a desperate need in the Brownsville community....
