No matter what time of year it is, there’s no wrong time to have a lovely weekend trip in the Natural State. Below you’re going to find nine places in Arkansas where you can get away from it all. From folk music to scenic adventures, to food and shopping, you’re going to love your trip to every one of these nine places. Mountain View Flickr/Pigdowndog The Folk Music Capital of the World is a great place to spend a weekend....
Everyone has their own way of saying goodbye to summer and welcoming the fall season with open arms, and for many of us that includes paying a visit to one of our favorite local orchards. Sometimes we may feel a bit bias for being head over heels for these charming locations, so it’s always nice when others recognize how amazing these destinations are. Voted the Best Apple Orchard by readers over at 10Best, this one small town orchard is more than deserving of this accolade and we’ll tell you why....
Nevada is full of historic places that serve as reminders to our state’s incredible past. The oldest bar in the Silver State is Genoa Bar And Saloon in the town of Genoa, and you have to visit it. This place is a fascinating look at the past. As soon as you walk through the doors, you’ll feel like you’ve traveled back to the days of the Wild West. Who knows…a duel could break out at any moment!...
In the winter, Maine can be the sort of place that requires a warm fireplace and lots of staying inside. And, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good book inside when the weather outside isn’t cooperating with outdoor plans. If this sounds like one of the best ways to spend a weekend, you’ll want to head to what just might be the biggest bookstore in Maine! Harding’s Books, located in Wells, is an absolute haven for those who love to read!...
When it comes to restaurants with unique ambiances, Denverites go all out. For instance, there is the one-of-a-kind Linger (which is housed in a historic Denver mortuary), Casa Bonita (which needs no introduction), and this hidden gem of restaurant that is housed in an old Castle Rock church: Located in the southwest suburb of Castle Rock lies the Old Stone Church Restaurant, a late-19th-century-Catholic-church-turned restaurant that has been serving world-class fare for more than 25 years....
One of the worst disasters in world and American history happened in here in Massachusetts. The Cocoanut Grove fire affected hundreds of people and left its mark on the city of Boston and the nation. Here’s why it ranks as one of the worst tragedies every to strike the Bay State. The Cocoanut Grove Fire was the deadliest nightclub fire in history. Flickr/Boston Public Library The fire claimed a staggering 492 lives....
Without a doubt the most impressive in-your-face centrally located waterfall in all of South Carolina is the centerpiece of one of the most up and coming small cities in the country. Greenville’s Falls Park on the Reedy is a treasure and a sight to behold. Located at the foot of Main Street, this huge waterfall and surrounding park attract hundreds of thousands to the area each year. Greenville’s Main Street, an attraction all on its own, has many chic eateries where you can add more adventurous pleasure to your trip to #yeahthatgreenville....
If you and your BFF have been talking about taking a trip, now’s the time to stop talking about it and start planning it — and make this incredible spot in Wyoming the destination. There are tons of fun and exciting spots around the state to visit, but we also happen to be home to one of the few places in the world named the best for a girls-only getaway. Don’t worry if you’re not the roughing it type....
One of the things Wyoming is known for is the abundance of hot springs throughout the state, but not everyone knows that the same scalding hot water that feeds those luxuriant mineral baths also makes terrific natural therapeutic saunas. In fact, a water park in Thermopolis has made the most out of one of the springs nearby, carving a cave into the hillside to create an awesome steam room. Even hotter than the pools, Vapor Cave is the perfect place to take the chill off during cold fall and winter days, and a great spot to steam away stress and anything else that ails you any time of year....
New Jersey is one of the best states in the nation to celebrate Halloween. The Garden State has a rich haunted history and an abundance of seasonal events. We may not have Salem, but we do have seven towns that go above and beyond to make the holiday as delightfully spooky as can be. They’re listed below, in no particular order. Asbury Park Facebook/Asbury Park Zombie Walk This quirky shore town kicks off the Halloween season with a massive zombie walk (now in its 10th year), and things only get spookier from there....
Winter can be an unbelievably beautiful time in Ohio—if you know where to look, that is. The most enchanting state park to explore in the winter season is arguably Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, Ohio. The snow and ice transform the already awe-inspiring features of the park into a magical winter oasis you have to see for yourself to believe. Take a look: What’s arguably Ohio’s favorite hiking spot is unbelievably beautiful in the winter....
Next time you’ve got time to kill before or after a Pirates or a Steelers game or after a show in the Cultural District, take a stroll to this classic tavern in Pittsburgh. Go for the delicious food. Go for the live entertainment. Or, just go to discover why this historic tavern has been called the friendliest in Pittsburgh. Park House’s story began at the tail end of the 1800’s. James Marshall, the warden of the Allegheny County Jail at the time, commissioned the construction of the building....
The weather forecast on the morning of April 3, 1974, predicted the potential for strong winds and scattered storms. That may seem like a typical spring day in Kentucky, but what meteorologists and residents soon found out was that over an 18-hour period, Kentucky and several other surrounding states would experience the worst tornado outbreak in history. Those storms were eventually surpassed by a system in 2011, but the 1974 Super Outbreak still go down in history as one of the worst disasters in the U....
Maine has a lot of trails, but the best walks are the ones down memory lane! One our our favorite topics is the history of Vacationland, from the sad to the wonderful to the…potato-related! For more incredible insight into what Maine was like before us, take a look at some of these fascinating old photos. They’ll remind you of the (very!) old days! We’ve even included a video at the end, so be sure to read to the bottom....
With as many hiking options as there are in Maine, it’s sometimes surprising that any can still feel hidden! But, every so often we come across a trail, a lake, a pond, a mountain, a hill — the list goes on and on — that just feels totally new! That’s how we hope you feel with this gem. This wonderful underrated trail in Maine is one of our favorites and while it might seem daunting to visit a hidden pond during the winter, let us assure you that jumping in during the summer is just as cold!...
Tonopah is easily one of the most fascinating towns in Nevada. Not only was it one of the most prosperous mining camps during the Gold Rush era, but it actually continues to be inhabited by nearly 2,500 people to this day. This living ghost town was never fully abandoned, but the town certainly isn’t without creepy reminders of Tonopah’s past. In fact, Tonopah’s cemetery is considered to be one of the most unsettling graveyards in the state....
Sometimes no meal satisfies an empty belly better than a steak, especially one served alongside some tasty side dishes. If you’re looking for a new steakhouse to check out, then we have just the place for you. This is Li’l Abner’s Steakhouse, a Tucson relic that has been serving food since 1947. Lil Abners Steakhouse/Facebook When you step through the doors, you’ll notice the restaurant has an old timey feel and that may be because the building was originally a stagecoach stop decades ago!...
PA’s a pretty amazing place to live, right? But, let’s face it. It’s not perfect. We all have our own private complaints about life in Pennsylvania. Then, there are those things that just seem to get under most Pennsylvanians’ skin. Here are 10 complaints about life in Pennsylvania that only we locals can really understand. Tolls, tolls, tolls and… Flickr/Mark Danielson Seems like there are tolls everywhere we drive sometimes. The bad news?...
Maryland may be a smaller state, but it’s packed full of unique restaurants. If you prefer your eateries on the classic country side, then check out the following spots. These restaurants serve up American classics in a cozy atmosphere. Bullock’s Beef House (Westminster) Foursquare / Kelly S TripAdvisor / Bob O Calling all meat lovers! Not only is this spot a country restaurant, but it also has a butcher shop attached, where you can pick up perfect cuts of meat to go....
City life makes a person unique, but there are some undeniable traits that all Chicagoans poses. These 12 signs that you grew up in Chicago are shared by all. From the way we talk to shared interests, you may have more in common with your neighbor on the train than you thought. Read on for more details. Still calling it the Sears Tower. Max Pixel Though Chicago’s tallest building has officially been named Willis Tower since 2009, most city dwellers refuse to call it anything but the Sears....
