If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’re in luck! Alabama is home to several candy shops. Whether you love gummy bears, lollipops or old-fashioned fudge, you’ll find it all here in Alabama. These 10 candy shops in Alabama will definitely satisfy your sugar craving: Sugar - Birmingham facebook/Sugar Sugar is a boutique candy shop that’s located in Mountain Brook Village. It offers many different types of novelty, retro and everyday candies....
There are several great reasons to hop in the car for a road trip, and good food is one of them. Especially when that good food is some of the best ribs in the whole state of Iowa. This is the reward you’ll receive at the end of any journey to the tiny town of Rudd, Iowa, for a meal at Tanks Bar & Grill Restaurant. Welcome to Tanks Bar & Grill, a restaurant known for huge portions, great prices, and most of all, fall-off-the-bone ribs....
Chasing waterfalls in North Carolina is a fun way to spend your time, especially when the falls and surroundings are as amazing as they are at Moore Cove Falls, near Brevard. If you’re anything like us, you’ve likely spent some time researching “waterfalls near me in North Carolina.” If you live in Western North Carolina, you’re in luck! Here, the water from Moore Creek flows over a towering bluff and then free falls for 50 feet before landing on a waterfall ledge below to cascade further down the hill....
Here in Minnesota, there are countless pizza places to choose from. All across the state, restaurants whip up pizza after delicious pizza, all unique in their own way. It’s impossible to try them all, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try. That’s why we rounded up some of Minnesota’s best pizza spots to create the ultimate pizza journey. Read on below to check out our picks for a deliciously cheesy road trip across Minnesota....
If you’ve got a day to kill, we’ve got the perfect adventure – a road trip to some of the most iconic landmarks in Arkansas! The route we mapped out has it all, from natural beauty and history to dining and amazing architecture. All you have to do is gas up the car and prepare for an unforgettable road trip through Arkansas! As shown on the map, this road trip spans 300 miles and will take just under 7 hours....
Ready for an epic day trip? Oklahoma is home to some great iconic landmarks that are fun to visit. We put together a list of 7 of them that can all be visited in one day. Follow along below, then gas up and experience them for yourself. Click here to view the interactive map. google maps The trip is only 142 miles long and a little over 2.5 hours of driving time....
Trees as tall as buildings with leaves like dinner plates. All around you, a deep hush is broken only by the sounds of flapping wings and the distant murmur of water lapping against a lakeshore. Sound like a dream? Nope – it’s just Sequoia National Park. This spot doesn’t get as much press as its cousin, Redwood National Park, but it’s just as otherworldly. Here’s why you should visit ASAP:...
Ready to have the most “New Jersey” day ever? Take this road trip from the Hudson Highlands down to the Delaware Bay, and you’ll get to enjoy a whole lot of Jersey gems. See some of our favorite places in the Garden State along this diverse road trip that’s all about New Jersey. Google Maps Click HERE for an interactive map! This road trip starts early, because it’s time to catch the sunrise at Wyanokie High Point....
Snow tubing in Tennessee in the wintertime is the perfect way to spend an afternoon in the seasonal chill. Since Tennessee is geographically located a bit too far south to experience a deluge of that powdery white stuff, folks at Ober Gatlinburg make do with a hand-crafted winter wonderland. Ober Gatlinburg has become a siren’s call for southern winter lovers everywhere and offers a whole ream of activities that are perfect for the whole family....
Did you know that Iowa has an island city that you can visit yourself? On the Mississippi River, Iowa’s only island city sits on the water. This little spot is the home of hundreds and is well worth a visit. Bookmark this spot for a future road trip, and get to planning! Make sure to leave plenty of time for the beach, restaurants, and finding a place to stay. If you look at the Mississippi from above, you’ll find a little island city nestled between Iowa and Illinois....
It’s the most magical time of the year! Pretty soon just about everywhere you look will be filled with the holiday spirit. Town squares put up their Christmas trees, restaurants and shops put up decorations, and you’ll be looking for things to do this holiday season. Every year, Natchitoches puts on one of the most spectacular Christmas displays in the country, attracting visitors from all over the nation. The festivities kicked off November 20, 2021 and will run until January 6, 2022, so you have plenty of time to check it out....
Some of the best Italian food in Texas is hiding where you’d least expect to find it: the densely forested landscape of the Piney Woods. Switch Brick Oven Pizza & Wine Bar in Palestine is an East Texas icon, but the rest of the state doesn’t even know it exists. From the authentic Neapolitan-style pizza to the wine room that looks like it belongs at a vineyard in the Italian countryside, this hidden gem is so worth seeking out....
The Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area, also known as the Bisti Badlands, looks like another planet! With rock formations unlike anything you’ve ever seen, you can spend your whole day exploring the wilderness area, taking pictures, and admiring this unique landscape. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Navajo Nation, it is a major stop on the Trails of the Ancient Byway, a trail that runs through geological and archeological sites....
There may be a growing trend of cutting back on animal products, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t still people out there who love meat. If you’re a self-described carnivore and need a safe haven of meaty goodness, look no further than Nodine’s Smokehouse. This place started as a small family-owned smokehouse in 1969 and is now a nationwide supplier of quality meats. Their original production facility and offices are still in Torrington....
Small towns in Georgia really do make for fun weekend trips, especially when you’re able to learn a little bit about the town before you go. Take Dublin, Ireland as the perfect example of a historic town with tons of worthwhile history. This small town’s claim to fame is that it is the exact halfway point between Savannah and Atlanta. So if ever you needed to take a break from your city-to-city trek, the small town of Dublin, Georgia is the perfect place....
The New Jersey Pinelands is one of the most fascinating places on earth. Packed with folklore about demons and ghosts, as well as glass-making ghost towns and lots of historic villages and buildings still standing, there’s almost no better place to explore if you want to see a unique side of the Garden State. The Pines take up nearly a quarter of all of New Jersey’s land, and there are endless treasures to discover....
In need of a romantic getaway? It doesn’t get any more charming than the following bed and breakfast in Maryland. Head here for cozy accommodations, including a fireplace right in your room! Sounds perfect for a chilly weekend. Read on to learn more and then consider planning your stay today. You’ll find Great Oak Manor at 10568 Cliff Rd in Chestertown, Maryland. Google Maps This bed and breakfast is home to twelve cozy guestrooms, plus a carriage house, and so much more....
Just about everywhere you go in Pennsylvania, you’ll find at least a statue or two. Many are of historical figures and prominent Pennsylvanians – from William Penn to Mister Rogers. The state boasts quite a few unique statues, too. It’s probably safe to say, in fact, that you won’t find another statue quite like the banana split statue in Pennsylvania, a tribute to one of America’s favorite treats. Nestled in the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania, the small town of Latrobe is known for some pretty big things....
Did you know that Missouri boasts more than 1,100 hiking trails, giving us the opportunity to explore every corner of the state? All of those hiking trails pretty much guarantee we’ll never get bored during our explorations. Hogsback Trail in Missouri is one of those must-trek trails, especially if you’re a fan of gorgeous scenery. Breathtaking views of the Missouri River, an enchanting footbridge, and a white sand beach all await on this one-of-a-kind trail....
Do you need to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city, if not for only an hour or two? No problem, as all of our biggest cities are surrounded by charming small towns! If you are in Denver and need to get away, however, we have to recommend visiting the small plains town of Bennett, which is the perfect Colorado day trip destination: Welcome to Bennett, home to nearly 2,500 residents and a surprising amount of things to see and do!...
