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As a city, Boston specializes in sandwiches. It doesn’t matter whether you know them as subs, grinders, or spuckies, restaurants here do them right. Look around, you’re probably within a few hundred feet of a great sandwich at this very moment. That being said, there are some spots that sandwich lovers need to visit. Here are 9 of them: Monica’s Mercato (North End) Tripadvisor/BostonArtie Facebook/Monica’s Mercato Before you even take a bite, the alluring scent of this little sandwich store will get your stomach rumbling....

There are some habits you can’t help but pick up when you grow up in Chicago. While visitors may think these aspects of everyday life in the city are odd, those who live here are just used to them. If you’re a true Chicagoan, you’ll know all about these nine things. Keep scrolling for more details. Being prepared. Pxhere No matter the weather, Chicagoans are always ready for it to change....

Those of us who are lucky enough to reside in the Motor City are well aware of our hometown’s many delights. From our countless museums to plenty of fascinating events throughout the year, there’s so much that sets Detroit apart from the rest of the country. Here are nine reasons why Detroit is the most unique city in America. We’re diverse. Flickr/Ian Freimuth When you walk the streets of Detroit, you’ll find residents from all sorts of backgrounds and belief systems....

There’s no doubt about it: we Detroiters are a strong bunch of folks. Whether we’re rebuilding, regrouping, or simply re-imagining, there’s a certain strength that comes along with life in the Motor City. If you’re wondering what gives us this tough edge, read on to learn more about why we’ve garnered so much strength. We’ve been through our fair share of struggles. Flickr/Joy VanBuhler It’s no secret that Detroit’s past has been dotted with difficulties....

There are some things everyone thinks of when you think of the Crescent City. For better or worse, we’re known for a lot of things. Here are 8 things that everyone thinks of when they think of New Orleans. The French Quarter Wayne Hsieh/Flickr Probably the number one thing that comes to mind when you think of New Orleans. Everyone who visits this city walks around the quarter to see the architecture, the bars, and the restaurants… just not necessarily in that order....

Craving an adrenaline rush? There’s no better way to find one in New Hampshire than at this epic adventure center in the beautiful White Mountains. Alpine Adventures in Lincoln was the first company to open a zipline canopy tour in New England, and they continue to innovate in outdoor adventure. Facebook/Alpine Adventures NH Their original Treetop Canopy Tour is a great way to introduce yourself and your family to ziplining. It includes 6 ziplines that will have you 80 feet above the ground, flying through the trees....

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a pirate? Roaming the seas in wild abandon in search of the loot…and perhaps running into one of the most feared pirates of all: Blackbeard. While we’ll never truly see what one of Blackbeard’s infamous three-day Ocracoke parties were like, or how it felt for colonists to encounter pirates on the sea (and sometimes have a full-out battle) Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree on Ocracoke gets you pretty close....

It is no secret that Louisville is home to some great eats. This city has been featured on tons of food shows and the locals know that there’s even more where that came from. In a city known for its delicious fried chicken, spicy burgoo stew, and meaty, cheesy, Louisville-style pizza, there is one thing that stands out above the rest: the Hot Brown from the Brown Hotel. The Hot Brown was invented in the 1920s at the famous Brown Hotel in Louisville....

Shh… I have a secret… do you want to know what it is? You know that the Centennial State is home to unforgettable museums like the Colorado Model Railroad Museum, Colorado Prison Museum, and Lee Maxwell Washing Machine Museum, but you probably have yet to discover this top-secret Colorado exhibit and lab: Hiding out in Denver is that of the fascinating Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (or CELL), which is “dedicated to preventing terrorism through education, empowerment, and engagement....

Nature is not always kind. Sometimes she warns you before she strikes, sometimes not. But every part of the world has fallen prey to natural disasters at some point or another. These are four of the most memorable to strike the Mountain State. The Ohio River Flood of 1937 WikiMedia/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers This disaster is the reason a flood wall was built in Huntington and Parkersburg. The flood, which affected several states, was the result of melting snow and nearly three consecutive weeks of rainfall....

Beautiful coastline? Check! Forest and trees? Check! Both of these combined into one incredibly beautiful, but lesser known state park? CHECK! There are more than 35 state parks throughout the state and while some are well known, a fair few of them mostly sit undisturbed waiting to be discovered. This beautiful state park in Maine is located in the mid-coast and while it’s a favorite of folks in the area, it might be unknown to those from out of town....

New Jersey has some truly spectacular islands. Cape Island (home to Cape May) is a favorite, along with Absecon Island (home to Atlantic City), Seven Mile Island (home to Stone Harbor and Avalon), and Ludlam Island (home to Sea Isle City and Strathmere). Another one of our iconic islands is Long Beach Island (home to Beach Haven and Barnegat Light) but did you know there was also once a Short Beach Island?...

Did you know that the Beaver State is home to a spectacular natural sapphire pool? Tucked away in Oregon’s Willamette National Forest, the “Blue Pool”, also known as Tamolitch Pool, might just be one of the most beautiful hidden gems in all of Oregon. The Blue Pool is where the McKenzie River makes its way to the surface through ancient underground lava fields. To reach this natural pool, you’ll take a short and enchanting hike through an old-growth forest....

Oklahoma has an abundance of campgrounds across the state that are perfect for tent and R.V. camping. But there are not very many that offer log cabin camping. Imagine having all the benefits of camping without the hassle of setting up. Just show up to your log cabin and your accommodations will be waiting. Take a look at this log cabin campground in Oklahoma City that may just be your new favorite destination....

Located in the tiny New Mexico town of Pie Town (yes, that’s its name!) is an amazing restaurant—way out in the boonies but so worth the drive. The Gatherin’ Place is a self-proclaimed “old-fashioned pie café” that serves amazing New Mexico food. Plus, it displays and sells local artisan crafts and gifts. With daily-made fresh pies, a comfortable atmosphere, and piping hot coffee, the Gatherin’ Place is a favorite of locals and visitors alike....

During The Great Depression, President Roosevelt devised initiatives to boost the economy. One of them was the brainchild of the first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt. Arthurdale was to be the first of many proposed towns that were intended to be fully sustainable, unfortunately all that is left today is a ghost town. In 1934, the town of Arthurdale began construction. It was designed by the first lady to serve as a fully sustainable community for coal miners who lost their jobs to the failing economy that marked the Great Depression....

Many of South Dakota’s towns are quaint and welcoming year-round, but some of them are particularly beautiful during the winter. The little town of Sturgis, South Dakota is overrun during the Motorcycle Rally, but during the winter it’s peaceful and picture-perfect. Take a look! Though the town of Sturgis is best known for its huge summer Motorcycle Rally, during winter months the town is peaceful and quiet with just under 7,000 residents....

Usually, when the subject of Wyoming’s supervolcano is raised, it comes with a side of uncertainty and anxiety. The thought of the devastation the massive magma-oozing cauldron could cause is bleak at best. There is always a silver lining, however, even with clouds made of ash. It turns out that cooling the magma inside the volcano could not only prevent an eruption but could also provide a renewable source of energy on a mind-blowing scale....

On October 21, 2017 the annual West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta will take place in Tualatin. This is one of the Northwest’s most anticipated fall festivals and promises to provide a day of wacky fun for the whole family. Visitors can take part in a variety of fun activities, including pumpkin bowling, face painting, archery, a pumpkin pie eating contest, pumpkin golf, arts and crafts, magic shows, the pumpkin weigh-off, and of course, the main event — the Regatta races....

No one likes waiting in line, but a long line is often a good sign when it comes to restaurants. It means that the food is so good and the atmosphere is so welcoming that people just couldn’t keep the place to themselves. This is definitely the case with this long-running restaurant in South Florida where there’s always a line, but it’s so worth the wait. Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant is located at 128 South Federal Highway, Dania Beach, FL, 33004....