Here in Arizona, we know how to eat. Over the years, there are some foods that have essentially become iconic. The following are eight foods that every Arizonan craves when they leave the state. See how many are your personal favorites: A burrito (or burro, depending where in the state you’re from) from your favorite Mexican restaurant. Bubby/Flickr Sometimes, the only solution to life’s problems is taking a bite out of a machaca burro....
A couple of years ago, we covered some of Mississippi’s best tours. (You can read that article here.) But it looks as if there’s a new tour to add to that list. Starting earlier this month, the Betsy Ann Riverboat began offering sightseeing tours along the Gulf Coast. An exciting way to explore coastal Mississippi, this boat tour should be on your 2018 bucket list! Take a look: Docked at the Gulfport Harbor, the Betsy Ann is an 85’ paddle wheeler that dates back to 1989....
Wildflowers in the springtime tend to be one of life’s most simple pleasures, but still one of the most magnificent. Tennessee has a fairly moderate climate throughout the four seasons, with hot, but not terribly hot summers and chilly winters that spit snow every once in awhile – but springtime? Ah, springtime is the cream of the crop. Our frigid days melt into warm mornings and pleasant nights, our trees bloom with greenery and our hilltops are studded with wildflowers....
Cutting your own Christmas tree is a great way to get the family together and start a holiday tradition. Lucky for us, there are so many Christmas tree farms spread all across the state. These charming and magical spots offer everything from horse-drawn wagon rides to fire-roasted chestnuts to help fill you with holiday cheer. No matter where you are in the state, make plans to head out and select your own Christmas tree and create some awesome holiday memories....
You know, on TV, how families eat big breakfasts together before starting their day? We all know that’s not realistic! In fact, if you’re anything like me, you spend the weekdays dreaming about all of the breakfast foods you wish you had time to eat before rushing off to work. Luckily, the weekends are perfect for sleeping in and gathering the family together for breakfast – or even better, brunch. There’s one place in particular that features the most incredible brunch buffet in Delaware – 111 feet of delicious, breakfast-lunch blended paradise....
More than 20 years ago, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone took the world by storm, becoming the best-selling book series in history and leading to movies, plays, and even a theme park attraction. I have been a fan for years—I picked up my book copies during midnight releases and even dressed up for a movie premiere one year—and I can say that the one thing many fans look forward to trying out in the real world is actually a humble little drink: butterbeer....
Mardi Gras is less than a week away! So, of course, you’ll want to be sure to grab a King Cake before they’re all gone. The following are 9 excellent places to snag one before it’s too late. Let us know what other shops and bakeries you would add to this list: Ambrosia Bakery Ambrosia Bakery/Trip Advisor Ambrosia Bakery/Trip Advisor Serving the Baton Rouge and surrounding area since 1993, the Ambrosia Bakery is one of the most popular places to grab a king cake during Mardi Gras season....
Feel as though you’re in the middle of the Arctic Ocean as polar bears swim above and all around you. The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium offers guests a unique way to view many of its animals, including the beloved polar bears. This underwater tunnel in Pennsylvania gives you a front row seat to one of nature’s most beautiful animals. The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium houses more than 4,000 animals on 77 acres in the Highland Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh....
Millions of bison once roamed the Great Plains, but they were almost driven to extinction. Tatanka: Story of the Bison is an amazing attraction that tells you about the history of one of South Dakota’s most beloved creatures. You’ve got to check this place out! Tatanka: Story of the Bison is located at 100 Tatanka Drive in Deadwood. It includes an interpretive center and outdoor exhibits. Plan on visiting for about an hour to see everything....
The Mountain State is the perfect place to take a road trip, but if you don’t have all weekend to travel, try one of these West Virginia routes for the perfect scenic drive. West Virginia Route 28 WikiMedia Commons/Famartin Along this road you’ll see plenty of fascinating attractions, like the Green Bank Observatory, Seneca Rocks, North Fork Mountain, the Indian Mound Cemetery, Hanging Rocks, and Wappocomo farm & Train Station....
There’s a place in Nevada that actually calls itself a “Booze District” and it’s just as amazing as it sounds. Nevada is one of the best places to be in the country if you call yourself a beer, wine, or liquor “enthusiast”. Our state is full of craft breweries, distilleries, and wineries that make for the perfect daytime activity. This Booze District has all of the above located on just one block, making it the perfect place to spend a day taking in all the craft booze you can muster....
Chattanooga is known for its hiking trails and aquarium, for its quaint downtown area and cute farmer’s markets. Still, for us, a fine dining experience between spending time in the great outdoors and a perfectly local shopping spree sounds elegant and lovely. Public House opened to great fanfare and has continued to be a local destination in the Scenic City. Great for work meetings, family dinners and a good old fashioned date night, we have one menu item you can’t miss out on ordering....
Nestled between the Blue Mountain Range and Wallowa Mountains, the town of La Grande, Oregon belongs on every Oregonian’s bucket list. Once a stop on the Oregon Trail, this historic area is filled with small town charm, unique shops and cafes, and enchanting natural beauty. Let’s take a look: Located in Union County, La Grande has a population of just over 13,000. Flickr/J. Stephen Conn Surrounded by stunning mountains, La Grande offers plenty of recreational opportunities for nature lovers....
Sitting an hour and a half to the east of Columbus is an incredible scientific institution and animal park called The Wilds. Here you can meet amazing animals roaming in their natural habitats at one of the largest and most innovative conservation institutions in the world. It was created by zoo professionals alongside civic and political leaders to cultivate learning and to engage the community. Start planning your visit to this fantastic animal park today!...
This trip is 473 miles of train heaven. If you want to spend time at every place on the map, you’ll probably need to spread it out over a few days. As with any trip, you’ll want to verify the details of admission costs, hours of operation, restrictions and recommendations regarding small children, and travel times. There are many more train-themed activities available in Iowa than the ones listed, here. For the true train lover, this trip is a dream come true....
Stopping for a gas on a road trip usually isn’t anything special; it’s just a place to fuel up and maybe grab a soda and a snack. When you visit this little gas station in Hanksville, you definitely want to get out and go inside the little store! Hanksville is a tiny town of around 200 people. It’s located between Capitol Reef National Park and Canyonlands National Park. Google It’s one of the last stops for travelers heading to Bullfrog....
What’s even better than sleeping in during the weekend? Well if you ask me, not much, except a filling brunch! The following 10 restaurants are rated as some of the best places for brunch in Maryland. Check them out, and come hungry. Miss Shirley’s Cafe (Baltimore and Annapolis) Yelp / Bruce K. Yelp / Patty L. There’s always a line out the door for brunch at Miss Shirley’s, but it’s worth the wait....
Pennsylvania’s a pretty awesome place to live. Do you agree? Just think of all there is to do. All there is to see. And, the people. Pennsylvanians really are a significant part of what makes PA so special. You can’t go wrong – whether you decide to live here or just visit from time to time. Do you ever wish, however, there were some things people told you about living in Pennsylvania before you came here?...
As hard as it is to believe, some people just don’t care for Colorado (cough people who come here from California and complain about how it is nothing like home cough)… crazy, right?! Now, if you are like me, you may be wondering what there is to dislike about our beautiful and colorful state, which is why I did some digging and found that it is these 11 things that outsiders hate but we can’t help but love:...
Love it or hate it, beyond pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating, Halloween is the holiday where we all get to go a little crazy. For many of us, this means scaring the pants off of anyone and everyone – and having the same done to us in return. There are many towns throughout Minnesota that play host to some of the most terrifying haunted spectacles you’ll ever see. These 10 are some of the very best Halloween towns in Minnesota....
