If you’re looking for a homestyle meal that will fill you up body and soul, take a trip to the little town of Palmyra, Nebraska. That’s where you’ll find Copper Moon Steakhouse, a restaurant specializing in filling meals served slowly – and we mean that in the best way possible. The short red building is located right across the street from the post office - you can’t miss it as you’re driving through town....
Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, the Talk Town Diner has closed. Bigger isn’t always better – and lots of Minnesota restaurants prove it! The Land of 10,000 Lakes is full of tiny eateries that make up for their size with big flavor. That’s certainly the case for local landmarks such as Al’s Breakfast. But there are other little spots that, while they are small, are well worth visiting for their excellent food and great atmosphere....
Oregon is a wild and wonderful place to live. We have majestic mountains, scenic coastline, lush forests — and towns bisected by rushing rivers. Here is where Grants Pass, Oregon raises its collective hand. Grants Pass is a gorgeous Oregon town with a wild river running through it, and it’s actually a pretty spectacular natural wonder. Let’s take a look! Grants Pass is located in southwest Oregon on Interstate 5, along the Rogue River....
Denver. Colorado Springs. Fort Collins. Pueblo. Everyone knows about Colorado’s biggest and most prominent cities but very little about the tiniest. Today, we are on a mission to change that, which is why we are happy to introduce you to seven of Colorado’s smallest towns that are always worth a visit: Bonanza Jeffrey Beall/Wikimedia Commons “On this land, we put our brand Cartwright is the name, fortune smiled, the day we filed the Ponderosa claim....
If you live in Vermont, snow comes with the territory. When looking back through history at our worst winter storms, the “Storm Of The Century” in 1993 had a huge impact and the Great Blizzard of 1888 went down in history books all over New England, too. But the biggest snowstorm title doesn’t belong to either of these giants. Surprisingly, Vermont’s largest single snowfall took place in January of 2010....
While the east coast of the United States tends to endure the fallout from an icy winter storm time and time again, we enjoy a fairly tame winter here in Washington state. Unfortunately, though, this isn’t always the case. The Evergreen State has seen its share of treacherous winter weather, and these horrific storms from our history are proof that sometimes our “mild” winters can be anything but: The major blizzard of Whatcom County in 1950....
If you’re a lifelong Clevelander, you probably don’t realize that a place as populated as Northeast Ohio would have ghost towns. However, that’s only because the remnants of many communities have been absorbed by parks and annexed into surrounding towns and cities. Are you ready to take a tour back in time? You don’t have to look far, but the remnants of this once-bustling community and the lives lost there have become the creepiest abandoned town in Cleveland....
Life in the 1800s was a particularly fraught time for African Americans. The south was, of course, rife with slavery. Even in the north, where there was no slavery for parts of the century, there were still lynchings, strict rules on who was allowed to vote, and other atrocities. In the 1850s, a group attempted to make conditions more equal by forming a rural haven for African Americans. Within 20 years, the place was down to just two families inhabiting it and it had pretty much become a ghost town in New York....
Fans of waterfalls in New York are in heaven. We’ve got so many beautiful falls, including some of the most famous in the world. Niagara Falls, Kaaterskill Falls, Taughannock Falls: there’s some massive and gorgeous waterfalls to be seen in the Empire State. The Adirondack region mostly has smaller falls than some of our more towering ones, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth exploring. Next time you’ve got time for a day trip in New York, take a trip up to this beautiful area and check out some of the many smaller waterfalls there....
For some, hiking is a wonderful and exciting activity. For others, it can seem a bit difficult and daunting. But if you’re part of the second group, you may not realize that there are plenty of easy hikes out there — and many of these easy hikes still pack a visual punch. Consider Hemlock Falls Loop in New Jersey! Hemlock Falls Loop, located in South Mountain Reservation, is a short and easy trail — but one with a major payoff....
Who doesn’t love a good antique? Older items hold so much historical and sentimental value, and collecting them can be an absolute blast. There’s some great antiquing in Rhode Island because it is actually quite packed with vintage and antique shops of all kind. Overall it’s a great state for the treasure hunter that lies in all of us. If you’re looking for some of the best antiquing in the state, North Kingston is where you’ve got to go!...
There are so many gorgeous places to visit all over the state, but this hidden cabin in Alaska is something special. Located on the MacDonald Spit, right outside Seldovia Village, is this cozy cabin right on the beach. With stunning views and plenty of peace and quiet, this is the place to go for your next Alaskan getaway. Located a 40-minute boat ride from Homer, Alaska is a beautiful spit that juts out into the water....
Foodie road trips come in a variety of delicious adventures. But one thing they all have in common is the thrill of exploring new places as well as new restaurants. Mountain House Restaurant near Cleveland has all the makings of a fun experience that includes a winding trek up a scenic mountain, flavorful lunch choices, and a visit to a state park (only steps from the restaurant) with sweeping mountain views of the Blue Ridge Escarpment....
The Finger Lakes region is such a beautiful place. The area is well-known for its vineyards, but there’s a great collection of craft breweries in the region as well. One spot that combines both delectable wine and tasty beers is Wagner Valley Brewing Company and Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery. This two-in-one spot has been owned by the same family for generations. The great lake views can’t be beat: add in the wines, beers, and seasonal cafe, and you’ve got a great day trip on your hands!...
If you love Mexican food, then you’ll eat up the restaurant scene in West Virginia. We’ve got hundreds (thousands?) of highly rated Mexican eateries plating up all sorts of delicious flavor combinations across the Mountain State. And if you’re springing for a massive plate of Mexican food from one of our local restaurants, then you know you’ve also got to spring for Mexican food’s perfect companion: the margarita. From the outside, El Ranchito Grill & Bar in Huntington, West Virginia, looks like many other Mexican restaurants around the state....
South Dakota is famous for its Midwest niceness, where everyone is kind and welcoming, but did you know that there is one town that still manages to be even nicer than others (if that’s even possible)? You can see and experience this for yourself via the friendliest town in South Dakota: Welcome to wonderful Winner! Flickr/J. Stephen Conn Located in southcentral SoDak, Winner is a Tripp County community of nearly 3,000 residents that invites you to “live, work, and play....
You may have recently seen our article on the Delta, but let us not forget the other awesome regions of the state. Below you’ll find 13 reasons you should definitely drop everything and go see central Arkansas. It’s the best, it’s full of wonders,and there’s so much to see there that you’ll never run out of things to do. Some of the best dining in the state is in Little Rock....
Kids have so much energy that it’s sometimes tough to tire them out. Add that to the fact that a lot of kids today would rather be using technology instead of playing outside, and we sometimes face a challenge when coaxing kids outdoors. Hiking is the perfect activity, any time of the year, for the whole family. It might even spark a lifelong love of the outdoors. Here are six kid-friendly hikes in Pennsylvania that the kids are sure to love....
Alabama is home to several types of restaurants, many of which are famously known for serving some of the state’s most over-the-top dishes. Listed below are seven of these restaurants, and you’ll want to try them all. Just don’t forget your appetite! El Barrio - Birmingham google/Andy Arrieta google/Satya Grandhi El Barrio in Birmingham is known for serving several incredible dishes, including their Plantain Nachos. What makes this restaurant’s nachos stand out from the rest are its plantain chips....
Cleveland is a great place for an adventure, but it’s not always the right place for an adventure. While its concrete streets do have trees lining them, sometimes a little adventure in the untamed Ohio wilderness is exactly what’ll hit the spot. Today, we’re going to check out some charming overnight stays in the Mohican area that will help you steal away from the hustle and bustle for a few days....
