It seems that many visitors to our state have no idea just how diverse Arizona can be. Sure, a good chunk of our state is composed of desert and we have lots of canyons and sunshine, but sometimes traveling or living here can feel like two completely different places! Here’s a look at some of those differences between the northern and southern portions of Arizona. The most obvious difference: the climate....
If you’ve ever driven through the state or seen it on a map, you’ll probably agree Arizona is a huge. Dotted around the state are plenty of tiny and not so tiny towns that are often separated by miles and miles of open land. Let’s take a look at a few of these tiny towns that feel isolated from the rest of the world. Alpine Denny Armstrong/Flickr Alpine is a tiny town in eastern Arizona with a population of 862....
Wyoming parks are a hot ticket in the summertime. The typically good weather can be relied upon and the long daylight hours allow for more touring and adventuring. The crowds are pretty much the only drawback to visiting the Cowboy State between June and late August. There is a solution, though, for those who want a quieter, more relaxed experience. Many of our parks are open year round, so you can pay a visit without fighting the masses....
Located just a short distance from Boston is a lush hiking destination that conceals a hidden treasure. Noanet Woodlands Reservation in Dover contains 17 miles of peaceful, wooded trails. All the walks here are short, making this a great destination for day hiking since you can easily combine the routes or focus on just one. We’re going to explore the Peabody Loop. At 2.6 miles, it’s long enough to feel like a workout but the difficulty level is easy to moderate, so it’s not too daunting....
If you love unique home goods, then look no further than the following shop in Maryland. This place is rustic, inspiring, and full of one-of-a-kind items that you’re sure to enjoy. Read on to learn more! Head towards Buckeystown Pike in Frederick, and you’ll find this barn complex that’s so much more than meets the eye. Foursquare / Frank N. This charming place is known as Chartreuse & Co. and it’s full of antiques, vintage finds, and re-purposed home goods....
From Libby to Lewistown, Bozeman and Big Timber (just to name a few), Montana is full of charming places that will steal your heart. And some of them are so peaceful and pretty that you’ll have a hard time leaving. Darby is one of them. Darby is located in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley. Jimmy Emerson, DVM / Flickr It sits nestled on the Bitterroot River on Highway 93. Darby’s Main Street features an old-fashioned candy store like no other…...
Arizona is home to some amazing food and you don’t need to take my word for it. You can travel to any part of the state to find food that delights taste buds, that have been featured in national dining shows, and some have even won awards. Today, we’re showcasing one little restaurant with humble roots in Tucson that just won one of those prestigious awards! That restaurant is El Guero Canelo, a popular in Tucson and one of our state’s top destinations for Arizona-style casual dining....
As far as cities go, Indianapolis never seems to rate up high with big cities like NYC, LA, Boston, or Chicago. While these large cities are awesome in their own right, it’s fair to say that Indy is pretty underrated. In fact, Indy may just be the most underrated city in the entire country. Indy is just the right size. Kelly’s Photography/Flickr Large cities can be noisy, overcrowded, and hard to navigate....
Walking into the M. Crow and Company General Store is like taking a step back in time. For more than 110 years, this quaint little store has been a pillar of the Lostine community. From candy to hardware, this old-fashioned shop sells everything you could possibly need. Let’s take a look: The M. Crow and Company General Store has been open since 1907. Facebook/M. Crow & Company General Store It is located at 133 Highway 82 in Lostine, Oregon....
Indianapolis is full of old buildings that have been converted into apartments, restaurants, shops, museums, and other unique attractions. Perhaps one of the most unique is an old warehouse that has been converted into a massive antique mall, and once you step inside, you’ll be delighted for hours. Midland Arts and Antiques is a massive warehouse full of antiques and vintage finds nestled right near the heart of downtown Indianapolis....
Whether celebrating the end of the growing season, or chowing down on regional fare like Livermush, the annual festivals in North Carolina are a heaping handful of fun. Among the many things North Carolinians know how to do (and do well!) is throw a party. And this is one the entire family will love. The 14th annual PirateFest promises to delight and entertain with two full days of swashbuckling fun in Uptown Greenville....
Whether you are planning a romantic dinner date or a casual lunch with friends, this restaurant on an antique barge serves up some great seafood with a beautiful water view. Located on the Saugatuk River, you can walk in, drive up or even dock your boat at this barge restaurant. The Black Duck Cafe is a circa 1840s barge that has been converted into a casual restaurant famous for its seafood and tavern fare....
When you’re seeking a memorable meal in Southern California that is accompanied by a spectacular view, there’s one place in SoCal that always comes to mind. From exquisite dishes that will make your mouth water to a jaw-dropping setting that offers a panoramic view, there’s nothing quite like this stunning restaurant perched high atop a cliffside in SoCal. For a meal that will drive your taste buds wild and completely enchant your senses, you’ll want to check out this cliffside restaurant in Southern California that is truly a place to remember....
Have you ever heard any creepy stories or legends about City Park? If you’ve lived in New Orleans, there’s a good chance you’ve heard some incredible stories about the area. Here’s our favorite. City park is found in the heart of New Orleans, and it is a truly gorgeous park. Photo Credit But that does not mean it is without creepy stories or legends. The park is nearly 1300 acres, so there are plenty of places to escape to....
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: there’s nothing quite as eerily beautiful as an abandoned structure. Virginia has plenty of them too, ranging from deteriorating houses to railroads and even Renaissance Fairs from decades past. Today, we’ll feature a location with equal abandoned allure. Tucked away in Wythe County is a structure known as the Graham’s Forge Mill. This five-story grist mill dates back to the late 1800s and is still standing today, though left completely vacant....
Unless you make it a point to take the back roads whenever possible or you regularly travel from Yakima to Enumclaw, you probably haven’t spent much time on Chinook Pass. But by skipping this scenic byway, you’re missing out on the chance to take in some of the state’s finest scenery, including the majestic Mt. Rainier. Chinook Pass is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the state. Robert Ashworth / Flickr You’ll drive along State Route 410 between the towns of Enumclaw and Naches....
While exploring the great state of Alabama, you never know what you’ll stumble upon. From breathtaking gardens and preserves, to unique structures and restaurants, Alabama is filled with many hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Listed below are 10 small towns in Alabama that are home to some of Alabama’s best hidden treasures (attractions). How many of them have you visited? Elberta tripadvisor/Tyme4relaxing Located on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast is the town of Elberta....
Have you ever thought about where our beautiful city began? Kansas City started using cameras in the mid 1800s, but many photos have been kept private or lost to time. Some of the oldest photos we’ve found include streets and buildings that just aren’t here anymore. Often, the differences across 150 years is shocking. After some digging, we’ve found some of the oldest photos ever taken in Kansas City. Enjoy!...
Here in New Mexico, there are just some things you do and don’t do. From weather-related dos to traffic-related don’ts, the following are 15 unwritten rules that every New Mexican lives by till death. See how many you follow — and what else you would add to this list. Make sure people know that New Mexico is a U.S. state. DrRandomFactor/Wikipedia After you assure them they can visit without a passport, wow them with the facts: New Mexico became the 47th U....
In cities like Cleveland, the landscape has changed dramatically over the years. A single building may operate as a dozen different businesses over the course of a century while its neighbor falls deeper into disrepair, eventually being razed to make room for a new addition to the Cleveland skyline. It is not uncommon in big cities for edifices to fall out of use, grow dilapidated, and create a whole new environment within the city limits....
