When you want to feel like a real-life prince or princess, dining in a castle must be on your bucket list. La Caille is not only a unique restaurant with a castle design, but it may just offer some of the most scenic views in all of Utah. This upscale French restaurant is located on 20 acres at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon and from the minute you arrive, you will be awestruck by the scenery surrounding you....
While everyone flocks to the Tetons, there are thousands of miles of mountain trails in Wyoming that get overlooked. In Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, the Snowy Range tempts nature lovers with history and scenery all around. One short trail is a great introduction to the range – the Miners Cabin Trail in Centennial. Wyoming’s Snowy Range Mountains show off rocky scenery in the Southeastern corner of the state. The Mountains are protected by Medicine Bow Routt-National Forest....
Tired of traditional holiday happenings? Well, then, you’re sure to love the Creepy Christmas Cruise. During the “Krampus-style” boat ride, passengers are regaled with twisted tales and ghost stories of Christmas past, adding a spooky touch to the holiday season. The Creepy Christmas Cruise is one of several spooky tours offered by Mystic Ghost Boat Rides in Bay St. Louis. Mystic Ghost Boat Ride/Facebook A scary-fun way to celebrate the holidays, the Creepy Christmas Cruise includes a 1-hour narrated boat ride down Bayou Caddy....
Montana may not be a state that’s known for its Mexican food, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find some gems. In fact, some of our state’s most delicious Mexican restaurants are hiding in our small towns. And in the case of Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant, it sits nestled between the Crazy and Absaroka Mountain Ranges. Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant is located in Clark’s Crossing Plaza in Livingston. Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant / Facebook The exterior is rather unassuming, and you might be tempted to pass it by....
Have you ever tried to visit a new-to-you spot in the Mountain State, only to arrive and find it closed? Maybe closed for that day of the week, maybe closed for the season, maybe even closed for good? It’s not a fun feeling, that deflating disappointment of an adventure ended before it can even begin. Thankfully, that will never happen when plan a camping trip to Briar Point Campground near Stonewall Resort in West Virginia....
Here in Minnesota, there is at least one restaurant for just about every style of cuisine. We have all-American burger and fry joints, outstanding Italian restaurants, and popular Mexican eateries – to name just a few. And, as the restaurant we’d like to feature today proves, we have excellent Vietnamese restaurants that will have you coming back again and again. Que Viet is a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant with locations in Minneapolis, Minnesota....
What do these 5 seemingly ordinary numbers mean to you? If you hail from Colorado Springs, they could be YOUR zip code, which, according to Realtor.com, is the hottest zip code in the entire country! What does this mean, and how was it determined? Here is what we learned: “Our list of the 10 Hottest Zip Codes in America shows that homebuyers are eager to escape busy urban centers for more affordable, less dense suburbs,” begins Realtor....
There are more mysteries out there in Nebraska than you might expect. In those vast expanses of prairies, grasslands, sandhills, and rocks lie some of the region’s most fascinating fossils. The world’s largest mammoth fossil was unearthed here years ago, and the Ashfall Fossil Bed site is an active excavation that you can watch unfold before your eyes. However, Ashfall isn’t the only active site Nebraska has to offer. Google Maps Hudson-Meng Bison Bonebed is located in far northwestern Nebraska in the Oglala National Grassland....
The Blue Hole is arguably the best diving spot in the Southwest. Divers and swimmers alike come from all parts of the country to explore the turquoise waters of this oasis. This natural wonder is located in Santa Rosa, in Eastern New Mexico. Take a look at what makes this natural spring in New Mexico so unique and worth visiting: The Blue Hole is fed by a natural, underground spring....
A picture is worth a thousand words, but why settle for a picture when you can experience the real thing? There’s nothing like taking in a view that reminds you why the Golden State is the best state, like the one you’ll witness at Red Rock Scenic Overlook in San Bernardino County. Offering stupendous views that seem to go on forever on a clear day, you’ll be so glad you pulled over to spend a few moments here....
In a state as beautiful as the Empire State, we have plenty of restaurants with great views in New York. Whether you prefer the man-made wonder that is New York City, the wild terrain of the Adirondacks and Catskills, or the green beauty of the Finger Lakes region, there’s something here for everyone. One aptly-named spot that boasts some of the most incredible views in New York is The View. This restaurant is tucked away at the Mirror Lake Inn, deep in the Finger Lakes....
There’s little more unsettling than an abandoned theme park — the crowds, rides, and laughter that once filled the park grounds seem to linger in the air. In northern Ohio, Chippewa Lake Park was once an epic Midwest destination; open from 1878 through 1978, this park was good, old-fashioned American fun, with wooden roller coasters, carousels, and a Ferris wheel. And then, following its centennial season, this amusement park abruptly closed, never to open again....
When stress builds and the days start to blur into one another, a vacation may be just what you need. This waterside cottage in Maryland is sure to relax you, and it just may become your new favorite getaway spot. Read on for the details, and prepare for a calming and scenic time. Many Marylanders travel to Ocean City when they’re craving a relaxing retreat, but the Old Line state offers so many more relaxing places to get away....
Most people don’t know about this unusual bookstore that opened over the summer in the Palmetto State. But if you love books, bites, and booze, it just may make your Top Ten list once you’ve discovered the fun. Let’s take a look at this fun bookstore in South Carolina: Corks, Cooks, and Books just may be the state’s first-ever ’library bar.' Google/Mindy Kuhn Part bookstore, part bar, and part restaurant – all within the same common spaces – it’s already taken the local community of Rock Hill by storm....
Life in the Adirondacks has a particular vibe. Maybe it’s the mountains, maybe it’s the isolation from big cities, or maybe it’s the extensive history of the area. But something about being up in this stunning range causes everything to feel just a bit more nature-oriented. You feel more at peace here, more connected to the outdoors, more self-sufficient. One small town in New York that perfectly captures that Adirondack vibe is Lake George....
Did you know South Carolina is home to the largest virgin stand of cypress-tupelo trees in the world? This means, of course, that it’s never been logged. You might be surprised to learn we’re not talking here about Congaree National Park, which boasts the largest stand of old-growth bottomland hardwoods in the country. Instead, we’re talking about the Francis Biedler Forest – and more specifically, the Audubon Center at Biedler Forest in Harleyville....
When it comes to strange or unusual objects, there’s no place in North Carolina quite like the Museum of the Bizarre located right on Wilmington’s waterfront. Step inside and be swept away by objects that could make you smile, or wince, or worse… Welcome to the Museum of the Bizarre, where curiosities fill the space with enough real (and possibly not real) items to just make you wonder. Google/Jimmie McFunfloungel...
One thing the Beehive State is certainly not lacking is charming accommodations. There are delightful places to stay in every corner of the state and you can easily find perfect getaway locations regardless of the time of year. In fact, we’ve created this list of 12 excellent places to stay in Utah, one for each month. This way, when you need a break from the stresses of life, we’ve got you covered!...
From George Strait to Beyonce to Janis Joplin, Texas has birthed a whole lot of famous folks out there. Many singers, movie stars, and athletes have their roots planted in the Lone Star State, and without them, the world just wouldn’t be the same today. So thanks, Texas, for bringing these talented people into the world who have been so influential in rewriting history as we know it. Listed below are 15 famous people from Texas, which you might not already know about....
Those who call South Dakota home love nothing more than to brag about the serene beauty of their state. How could you not brag with all of these beautiful state parks to visit in South Dakota?! You will not believe some of the jaw dropping beauty that exists in this midwest state. Custer State Park Matthew Paulson / Flickr Located in Western South Dakota, Custer State Park is the epitome of true beauty....
