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Whether you want an award-winning place to eat or a true diamond in the rough, we have the answer. Iowa has some amazing small-town restaurants. Angelini’s Pizza Angelini’s Pizza/Facebook Angelini’s Pizza/Facebook This amazing restaurant is in the southeastern town of Keokuk. Try their pasta and fish for a real treat. They also offer incredible steaks, pizza, and giant salads. Ladora Bank Bistro Ladora Bank Bistro/Facebook Ladora Bank Bistro/Facebook This converted bank building in the tiny town of Ladora serves European-inspired gourmet food....

Think back to a time before smartphones and personal drones. Go back to the days of John Hughes movies, PAC-MAN, and pudding pops. If you grew up in Chicago during the 1980’s, then come aboard this nostalgic ride. While the world was watching Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Mel Gibson, Chicago was focusing on a few other things, some great and some not so much. Read on for more information....

Mississippi is full of incredible sites from the past. To be exact, the Magnolia State has more than 1,300 listings on the National Register! And since visiting them all would be a bit, well, time consuming, we put together a list of 15 must visit sites in Mississippi on the National Register of Historic Places. Read on to see how many you’ve visited. Deason Home (410 Anderson St., Ellisville) Deason Home/Facebook On October 5, 1863, Confederate Major McLemore was shot and killed inside this Ellisville home, which is the oldest in Jones County....

Have you ever noticed the huge abandoned hospital on Tulane Ave? It’s truly one of the most iconic buildings in New Orleans, even though it has been abandoned since Katrina. For many years, Charity Hospital was an iconic piece of New Orleans. So many great New Orleanians were born here, and many more were treated for a wide variety of conditions. Flickr.com / dumbfun Charity Hospital is located in 1532 Tulane Ave....

Feeling adventurous? Luckily, Louisiana is full of amazing adventures you can take that won’t take up your entire weekend. Here are some of the most epic adventures you can have in Louisiana in a day or less. Go on a swamp tour. Ed Bierman/Flickr Fall in love with the swamps and bayous all over again with a swamp tour. You’ll see tons of wildlife and maybe even get to feed an alligator!...

Brandywine Springs Park is a quiet, unassuming New Castle County Park that has a truly unbelievable history. You would never know that for decades, thousands of people flocked to this spot from all over the country for one reason: to drink from a magic spring that was rumored to be a fountain of youth. The site was so popular, an enormous amusement park was built to accommodate the travelers! Read more about the allure of Chalybeate Spring below....

Given that Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky, every other town is technically smaller than ours. As much as we love the excitement of a bigger city, there is definitely a certain appeal of a charming town, with its own historic downtown and plethora of things to do. Just 45 minutes south of Louisville is the city of Elizabethtown. This lovely town offers plenty of activities for a day (or more) trip, making it the perfect getaway near Louisville....

One of the most spectacular parts about Idaho living is knowing that true wilderness exists just a short drive away from anywhere in the state.It’s amazing to think that we share this state with so many totally unspoiled natural areas. For many people, an image of rugged backcountry is what first comes to mind when they think of Idaho, and they’re partially right. One of the most amazing facts about our state is that the largest wilderness area in the continental United States resides right here in Idaho....

Some of the best restaurants are hiding in the most unassuming of places. That’s especially true for the following spot. Drive the distance through farms and fields to discover this classic Maryland eatery. Once you arrive, eat, and enjoy the scenery, you may never want to leave. You won’t find many attractions in the town of Upperco, which spans parts of Baltimore County and Carroll County. Flickr / Beau Considine...

It seems like these days there are trendy new cocktail joints opening up on every corner – and they’re absolutely fabulous and fun for a special night out. No matter how many swanky new spots open, though, we’ll always have a special place in our heart for those bars where you always know exactly what you’ll get, even if it isn’t fancy – the kinds of places where you can relax and just enjoy an evening with friends....

There is evidence of Iowa’s Native American founders all over the state – from burial mounds, to archaeological ruins, to story upon story about the very beginnings of Iowa. One particularly fascinating place that pays tribute to the works of Native Americans is located in rural northeast Iowa, at Effigy Mounds National Monument. Effigy Mounds National Monument is a preserved Native American burial site, located in a remote section of Allamakee and Clayton Counties....

Long before a European boot set foot on our conquered shores, the roots of the native tribes ran deep throughout this land. For roughly 12,000 years, the Native Americans were the only occupants of this land. Their nomadic lifestyle did not generally lend itself to the construction of cities, they left behind few ruins. But there are a few… After purchasing a tract of land in Cabell County, a landowner discovered that his new property contained 53 rock cairns, built by an ancient people, most likely Native Americans....

Most people don’t know the best kept secret of Lake Lure, North Carolina is the flowering bridge that crosses Rocky Broad River, or that is has multiple little fairy habitats hidden within it’s colorful plantings. From 1925 to 2011, the Rocky Broad River bridge was bustling with vehicular traffic. But all that came to an end when a new bridge was created to replace the old. That’s precisely when some community volunteers banded together and started planning a bridge park that would wow the masses....

Small towns in Kentucky are the heartbeat of the Bluegrass State. These little slices of Kentucky are filled with locals who fiercely love their hometown and plenty of character and charm. One such town, hidden in the mountains of Southeastern Kentucky, is the perfect spot to relax, explore, and experience an unbelievably beautiful area of our state. Pineville is nestled between Pine Mountain and the Cumberland River and is quietly waiting for you to come check it out....

Washington is a total nature lover’s paradise. Even our urban areas have plenty of outdoor adventures that are just a short drive away. But when it comes to the sheer number of outdoor attractions located within a short driving distance from town, the small city of Port Angeles just might be the winner. Port Angeles is located on the Olympic Peninsula, which is full of nature hikes, fishing spots, and other outdoor adventures....

The warm weather will be here shortly, which means we will all be flocking to one of the gorgeous lakes in Oklahoma. If you’re looking for the ultimate lakeside resort for an unforgettable overnight stay, Shangri-La on Grand Lake is your place. Read on to learn more about everything this resort has to offer. Shangri-La Resort on Grand Lake is located on Monkey Island at 31000 S Highway 125 in Afton....

San Francisco is full of wonderful options for bread and pastries. Look beyond the popular places for bread like Boudin Bakery and discover new places for delectable goodies. Devour the delicious bread at this bakery in the Mission. Tartine Bakery opened in 2002. Pastry chef Elisabeth Pruett and her husband, renowned baker Chad Robertson, are the co-owners who have brought elegant and creative baking to a new level. Tartine Bakery/Facebook...

Make 2018 the tastiest year yet by visiting these 15 restaurants in Maryland. All of these spots were previously featured on our site, and today we’re combining them into one delicious list. How many can you visit this year? To read more about each location, click on the blue link in the description. Crabtowne USA (Glen Burnie) Google Maps Flickr / Spam This unique restaurant in Maryland not only has delicious seafood such a steamed crabs, but it also offers a game room full of classic arcade games....

Located just outside of Salem, the Willamette Valley Fruit Company is a cozy country bakery serving some of the best pie in Oregon. One visit here is all it takes to see why their heavenly pies have been voted among the best in the Beaver State. Take a look: Nestled amidst fields of berries, the Willamette Valley Fruit Company is a family-owned farm and bakery. Facebook/Willamette Valley Pie Company The farm is best known for their award-winning pies....

White Rock Lake is located a mere five miles northeast of downtown Dallas. By day, the 1,015-acre city lake is one of the most frequented parks in the Dallas area. But at night, it becomes haunted… at least according to legend. What is it about this lake that casts such a sinister spell? A wetland area, dog park, fishing, and even an on-site kayak concession makes White Rock Lake a top spot for locals....