Whether you come here to visit family or just to explore one of America’s best states, it is impossible to leave Illinois with less than you came with. Between souvenirs and leftovers, you always need extra space to get home any goodies you find while you’re here. There are just some things you can’t pass up when you stay in our great state. Keep scrolling for 10 things you can’t go home without....
It is often a misconception from out-of-towners that hiking in Nevada is sparse. However, those who are from Nevada or know the area well, know that Nevada has some of the best hiking the country. From trails through blissful, snowcapped mountains, to the arid desert fit with cacti and wildlife, here are 11 of the greatest hiking trails on earth, right smack dab in our home state. Elephant Rock - Valley of Fire Flickr Kim Seng The Elephant Rock Trail in Valley of Fire State Park is absolutely worth a look and a hike....
We Mississippians have our own way of speaking. And I’m not talking about the accents outsiders swear we have. Nope; I’m referring to the colorful expressions we use on a daily basis. The phrases you probably don’t give much thought to because you’ve heard them your entire life. However, if you actually take a minute and think about some common southern sayings, it’s hard to imagine how they came about. So we did a bit of digging around to find the origins of 11 of the most interesting expressions used by Mississippians....
If you’ve been in Georgia since you were little or if you were born here, then you may not even give these rules second thought. However, whether you realize it or not, there are certain unwritten rules that Georgians live by that most people are unaware of. While they may seem like “rules” to some, these are just simple ways of life for Georgians. Check ’em out. Saturdays are reserved for football....
Between 1939 and 1945, World War II raged across the globe. The scale of the conflict meant that everyone was affected, including those far from the fighting. In Boston, some residents went off to war; those who stayed behind dealt with constant worry for their loved ones. As a port city, Boston was a center for shipbuilding and maintenance and, at MIT, people worked in secret effort to develop new radar technology....
Spring is right around the corner, and one thing’s for sure: South Dakotans won’t be bored. The lineup of spring festivals includes everything from German food to independent film. Get out your calendar and put these dates in for a spring full of fun. Schmeckfest, Freeman Schmeckfest/Facebook Head to the little town of Freeman for the 60th annual Schmeckfest. This delicious, family-style dinner includes lots of great German/Swiss food. It serves as a fundraiser for Freeman Academy, and has gotten bigger and better every year....
It’s been a little while since we looked back at the good ol’ days, hasn’t it? Well, the 1960s were a wild time with plenty of new styles and tall hairdos. We were still without phones, and most of us still had a radio in our home along with our tiny (compared to now) televisions. We went to the library, went dancing, and ate at local restaurants. However, there’s some times you want to go way back, and these vintage photos are just what you need....
Delaware is full of people from all different backgrounds and heritages. We love to show off our history with festivals throughout the year. Here are seven that you should keep an eye out for, because they are a great way to learn about another culture or celebrate your own! Nanticoke Pow Wow & Heritage Day, Millsboro Facebook / Nanticoke Indian Tribe Twice a year, the Nanticoke Indian Tribe opens up their museum and their lives to show off their colorful culture....
Philadelphia is home to plenty of hole-in-the-wall Mom & Pop restaurants where you can get a great home cooked breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Next time you just don’t feel like cooking, yet still want to enjoy a home cooked meal, head to any of these spots and enjoy a treat for your tastebuds. Cafe Lutecia Yelp / John R. Yelp / Henry M. Cafe Lutecia never disappoints when it comes to a quick, healthy, and homemade breakfast or lunch....
Are you ready to take a trip down memory lane? If you grew up in Oregon, the following 7 stores are sure to make you a little nostalgic. From shopping at Meier & Frank’s during Christmas time to finding the best bargains at Woolworth’s, shopping just isn’t the same anymore. Let’s see how many of these stores you remember: Meier & Frank Flickr/Ian Agrimis Founded in Portland in 1857, Meier & Frank started as a small dry goods store and grew to become one of the leading department stores on the west coast....
With the season of love upon us, many people are thinking about spending the rest of their life with their soulmate. Minneapolis has a ton of magical places fit for the perfect engagement and the start of your happily ever after! After checking out this list, we’re sure you’ll know just the spot to pop the question. Minnehaha Falls Meet Minneapolis/Flickr As far as beautiful proposal locations go, Minnehaha has a lot to offer....
You have gazed upon the pristine Garden of the Gods, experienced the stunning Hanging Lake, and may have even hiked the unforgettable Maroon Bells, so you have seen just about everything that Colorado has to offer, right? We both know the answer is no. If you want to see the Centennial State in a brand new light, check out these nine natural wonders from the last 100 years that are simply mesmerizing:...
When you’re itching to have a real life adventure, there’s no need to look further than your own home state. Many people are familiar with popular caves in Ohio such as Old Man’s Cave and the Rock House―but few people know about “Chapel Cave,” (also known as “21 Horses Cave”), hiding in the Hocking Hills. It’s a hidden gem within the Hocking State Forest that you won’t find on any park or nature preserve maps, but you can find the trailhead less than five minutes away from the Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve entrance in Rockbridge, Ohio....
It’s almost Halloween – and that means it’s peak haunted house season. After all, if there’s any time of year that you should embrace getting a little scared, it’s now, right? Sometimes getting a little bit spooked is surprisingly fun – at the very least, it’ll give you an adrenaline rush! If that’s what you’re looking for, we have just the places for you. Fortress of Nightmares, Newport Facebook/Fortress of Nightmares Held inside Fort Adams for just a few nights a year, this haunted house and paranormal experience is certain to terrify you – and can you imagine a creepier location than an old stone fort?...
Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel make up the beautiful Kennebunks. Well-known to tourists, it’s one of those towns that feels almost impossibly Maine. It’s a great place to visit if you love boating, fishing and a quaint downtown, but can you imagine living here? Coastal Living Magazine recently voted this beautiful area one of the best places to live on the coast in Maine and we think it just might be worth a move!...
Hiding right off of Frankfort Avenue is a place like no one has seen in Louisville before. Jerry’s Junk is a strange outdoor collection of sculptures, old trains and cars, and other random items that the owner, Jerry Lotz, finds especially interesting. This is not an antique shop or a shop at all. In fact, the property is closed off with beautiful but effective iron gates. Still, from beyond the fence you can make out this wacky statue pretty well....
New Jersey has plenty of towns that are overflowing with antiques; Lambertville, Red Bank and Cape May are a few favorites. They’ve got amazing antique shops all over town but if you prefer that your shops are confined to a more consolidated area (convenient if you prefer walking over driving), Mullica Hill has the street for you! Mullica Hill is a lovely little town in Gloucester County. Wikipedia/Smallbones Occupying over 3 square miles, the town has approximately 4,000 residents....
If you want to go to brunch and not just wait around as your food is made, this is the place for you. At this fun restaurant, you get to step right up and make your own pancakes right at your table. The experience is the best part, and the food is pretty delicious too. Sloppy Cakes has been serving up breakfast on Belmont since 2009. Slappy Cakes / Facebook...
Spring may have officially arrived but in states like New York, winter is still lingering on and keep many of us bundled up inside. While the seasons may still be constantly changing, our taste for adventure is still as strong as ever. Fulfilling your need to climb and explore, take a look at this epic adventure park that’s surprisingly located right inside of one of our malls! The World’s Tallest Indoor Ropes Course, New York’s Palisades Climb Adventure is hiding right down in West Nyack....
Is there a better way to spend Christmas in Indiana than on a magical, decked out farm? Indiana has a plethora of holiday themed farms, from Christmas tree farms to reindeer farms, but if you’re looking for an all-inclusive experience, check out this Christmas farm on December 16th. Fair Oaks Farms/Facebook Fair Oaks Farms always puts on quite a show for the holidays, and Christmas is no exception. This holiday season, Hoosiers can enjoy the magic of Christmas during a one day event at Fair Oaks Farms....
