With its long history in mining, Wyoming’s reputation for riches and treasure goes way back. However, not all of the valuable finds discovered underground in the Cowboy State have to do with gold, silver, and copper. The proof of that has been discovered in a hidden cave in the Bighorn Mountains in the northern part of the state. For centuries, it lay undiscovered while continuing to add to its collection of riches....
Restaurants with a view are in prime demand. Views of the ocean or a waterfall are particularly enticing, but what about an airport restaurant where you can watch planes land? That would certainly be dinner with a fantastic view and it definitely helps that the food at this particular Connecticut restaurant is absolutely spectacular. You will want to visit 121 Restaurant at OCX to check out the unique view and sample some excellent cuisine....
Kansas City is lucky to have so many amazing vineyards located within arm’s reach. Of course, that means that you should check out each one! This remote winery is a great place to start when you’re in need of a day off. Planning the trip is half the fun! Welcome to the scenic and relaxing Vox Vineyards. Vox Vineyards Facebook Have you ever thought about visiting a vineyard, but you never got around to it?...
While people often think of Deadwood’s wild history when they think about crime in South Dakota, there’s one murder here that will never be forgotten, and it took place in Minnehaha County in 1936. William Raymond Nesbit was born in the quiet little town of Marshalltown, Iowa in 1899. Kepper66/Wikimedia While we don’t know much about his childhood, we do know that he grew up to be a jewel thief....
Milwaukee’s history is rich, and much of that richness is shown throughout the dozens of sacred spaces throughout our city. The architecture is absolutely stunning, and the history of how they came to be is a story to behold. These 10 Milwaukee churches are sure to leave you speechless. Basilica of St. Josaphat Basilica of St. Josaphat / Facebook The Basilica holds a lot of rich history in Milwaukee. Polish immigrants came here and settled in Milwaukee’s south side....
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s nearly impossible to keep up with all the changes. Every other day, a new technology is released, a new restaurant is opened, and an old building is torn down. Much is lost in favor of progress, but there are plenty of old things that are still hanging on. These 10 nostalgic places around Minnesota are just a few. One visit, and they’ll take you straight back to your childhood....
Idaho definitely wouldn’t be the state it is today without the mining industry. Several of Idaho’s mining towns still stand today as poignant reminders of this important part of Idaho’s past. The Gem State produced an impressive amount of gold, silver, zinc, and lead back in the mining industry’s heyday. The Silver Valley region of Idaho alone produced over a billion ounces of silver! Idaho is a state with an incredible history thanks to the thousands of miners who flocked here during the late 19th century....
Thanks to companies like RewardExpert, we now know which states around the U.S. leave the grumpiest, not-so-loving hotel reviews. With a data set of 878,561 user reviews from 4,333 hotels, RewardExpert used three key metrics to help determine which states were leaving the most grouchy hotel reviews. RewardExpert took the number of one and two star reviews proportional to population, the overall average rating for all reviews by users from each state and the number of one and two star reviews as a proportion of all reviews from that state in their data set to come up with their final ratings....
It’s no secret that Oregon is home to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring scenery. From our majestic mountains to pristine coastline, there is an abundance of natural beauty in the Beaver State. Here are some of the most unimaginably beautiful places in our state that need to be added to your bucket list. Mt. Hood Flickr/Mt. Hood Territory Mt. Hood’s snow-clad peak is an iconic Oregon symbol. This majestic mountain is not only unimaginably beautiful, but it is also one of the best places in the state for outdoor recreation and winter family fun....
Louisville is full of great places to go, eat, and hang out. Unfortunately, though, sometimes those places close down over the years, and all we are left with are memories of all the fun we had there. Here are eight of the places we miss the most, and why we loved them so much: Ear X-Tacy Bedford/Wikimedia Ear X-Tacy was Louisville’s favorite indie music store. Founder John Timmons started out by selling records from his own personal collection in 1985, then expanded the store over the following years to include cassette tapes, CDs, and just about anything else you could think of....
Winter is the best time to visit Bryce Canyon National Park. Not only are there fewer tourists to deal with, but the park is truly beautiful when it snows. Here’s an easy winter adventure that takes you to a beautiful frozen cave. The Mossy Cave Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park is an easy one mile hike. Phil/flickr The trail takes you through Water Canyon. It’s one of the few hikes in the park that doesn’t lead you down into the amphitheater....
Louisville locals love to eat and that fact is evident in the vast options of unbelievable restaurants, with new ones popping up almost daily. The focus seems to be on fresh, authentic, yet innovative and the best example of this is the plethora of tasty taco joints that are now scattered across the city. If you’re a taco lover (and who isn’t?), your tastebuds will go crazy for this amazing taco trail that will allow you to eat your way around our delicious city....
If you love superheroes, villains, and science fiction, then you’ve gotta check out the following cafe in Maryland. This colorful spot pays tribute to nerd culture in a variety of ways, making for a visit to remember. Grab your cape and let’s go! BAMF Cafe is located in Baltimore along North Charles Street. You can easily spot this unique place by its comic-book themed sign and its ever-changing window displays. From superheroes…...
While there is plenty to do within the city limits of Louisville, there is also a multitude of attractions within a short drive of our city. Kentucky and the surrounding areas have a lot to offer, which means you can take some pretty epic day trips. A little less than three hours southeast of Louisville is the picturesque area of Cumberland Falls. This day trip of a lifetime will take you to Kentucky’s most famous waterfall, and will treat you to many other wonderful surprises....
One of the best things about spring is the vibrant colors of tulips and daffodils blooming everywhere. Every April, Cincinnati Zoo is filled with color as more than 100,000 tulips bloom all throughout the grounds alongside daffodils, hyacinths and flowering shrubs. Check out Zoo Blooms: When you visit the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden during April, brightly-colored tulips are the first thing you see when you walk through the gates....
There are very few places in Oklahoma like Echo Canyon Spa Resort where you can leave the busy world behind you. It’s a secluded spa resort nestled in the forests of Oklahoma that’s the perfect place to get away from it all. Keep reading to see everything this hidden resort has to offer. Echo Canyon Spa Resort is located at 350 Lawton Avenue in Sulphur, just minutes from the Chickasaw National Recreation Area....
The Rio Grande is at the heart of New Mexico. It’s where our settlements began and our cities grew up.There is one New Mexico trail, in Albuquerque, that gives visitors an opportunity to experience the river, the bosque, and the surrounding city in an up close and personal way – the Paseo Del Bosque Trail. The Paseo Del Bosque Trail follows the Rio Grande River through Albuquerque. Jordan Meeter/Flickr The Paseo Del Bosque Trail is a 16-mile trail that runs the entire north-south length of Albuquerque along the Rio Grande....
One of the most lovely places to eat in all of Illinois is a garden restaurant few know exist. Situated in the most unlikely place, this stunning eatery is a true diamond in the rough. If you love nature and good food, this will be your new favorite place to eat. Check out all the wonder hiding here: The Garden is a magnificent little eatery hiding in the town of New Berlin in the back of Capone’s Hideout, which is a pizzeria and sports bar....
A beef patty nestled into a bed of rice with a fried over-easy egg balanced on top, with a smothering of brown gravy bringing everything together. This is the loco moco, and it is absolutely to die for. Said to have originated in the 1940s, the dish is the epitome of Hawaiian plate-lunch cuisine. It can satisfy the raging appetite of a surfer or hiker, or even cure the occasional hangover....
With winter right around the corner in Oregon, it’s time to start pulling our warm clothes out of storage and start planning some cold weather activities. One great spot to check out this year is Southern Oregon’s Table Mountain Winter Play Area. This park is the perfect place for you and your loved ones to while away a wintry afternoon. Check it out: Table Mountain Winter Play Area is located next to Hyatt Lake Resort, just 20 miles outside of Ashland in Southern Oregon....
