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There are times in life when a little getaway does the heart good. And if this is one of those times in your life, then what better spot to sneak away for a few days than a rooftop penthouse with a waterfront view in Iowa’s southern-most city, the charming river town of Keokuk, Iowa? The Eagle’s Nest is a charming penthouse apartment on the top floor of a beautiful old home located right on the banks of the Mississippi River at 1229 Grand Avenue in Keokuk, Iowa....

The Christmas holiday gets underway in less than two weeks at South Carolina’s biggest theme park that transforms into a winter wonderland each November. If you’ve yet to take the leap and go explore WinterFest at Carowinds then you’ll be pleasantly delighted with all it entails. From festive food to exciting rides and a whole lot more, there’s something for everyone in the family to love about WinterFest at Carowinds....

Themed dining is such a scream – when you’re dining at Iowa’s most unique themed restaurant, that is! According to a list recently released by MSN Travel, Zombie Burger in Des Moines, Iowa is the most unique themed restaurant in the whole state. MSN is correct; Zombie Burger’s theme is unique. With post-apocalyptic art on the walls and menu items with names like “Planet Terror,” “Undead Elvis,” “Envy Corpse,” and “Helldorado,” Zombie Burger fully embraces its gruesome, chilling zombie theme....

The Nutmeg State may be small, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have plenty of great places to spend a weekend or day trip. Looking for some inspiration? Here are twelve great cities that make for a fantastic day excursion. If you’re a long-time Connecticut resident, you’ve likely visited most of them before… but that doesn’t mean there aren’t new destinations there waiting to be explored! Check out the 12 best day trips in Connecticut:...

Here in Ohio, there are plenty of trails to take when you’re feeling adventures. (Check out this list.) However, when you’re hiking with little ones, you likely want a trail that’s short and sweet, easy to hike and void of potentially dangerous overlooks. Fortunately, Ohio is home to plenty of trails just like this that are perfect for a family day of exploration. The following are 9 totally kid-friendly hikes in Ohio that are around 1 mile or less....

Fall is a favorite time for hiking. The air is cooler, bugs are less abundant, and the scenery transforms from lush green to a kaleidoscope of bold color. If you want to make the most out of the fall foliage season, you’ll need to gear up soon, the leaves are predicted to be at their brightest between October 1st – October 20th in Rhode Island. Here are nine leaf-peeping hikes that are guaranteed to give you a front-row seat to the spectacular autumn show....

Living in Connecticut means never running out of things to do and beautiful nature that you can enjoy for years. One of the healthiest things you can do is get outdoors for some exercise and commune with nature. Here are the 12 best hikes in Connecticut, one for each month of the year. These adventures come highly recommended and will be places you’ll remember for years to come. January - Soapstone Mountain alltrails/Rose Dionne The Soapstone Mountain Trail is a 2....

Living in Florida means that we have access to warm temperatures pretty much all year long. While this could look like different things to different people, any outdoor enthusiast understands that warm climates mean year-round camping. Juniper Springs Recreation Area in Florida is the perfect campground to camp any time of the year, from the natural spring swimming area to the perfectly shaded campsites. Juniper Springs is one of the best natural attractions in the state of Florida and one visit will show you exactly why....

Let’s be real here: comfort food is seriously just the best. It doesn’t even matter what the occasion is; sometimes, all you want is a big, huge order of hot and juicy chicken tenders, or a French Dip sandwich piled high with incredible roast beef and served with the perfect side of au jus. Sometimes, you need the perfect little mom-and-pop restaurant at which to find these things. Well, friends, we have found a spot in Grand Forks that might just take the cake (or the pancakes) for the best comfort food you can find in the entire state....

In the heart of New Orleans, you’ll find an antique gallery that’s arguably one of the finest in the country. M.S. Rau has a huge selection of fine art, antiques, and jewelry. This is not a shabby thrift store: to step into M.S. Rau is more like stepping into a fine arts museum. If you have the means, this is a place where you can find something very, very special. Here’s a look at what’s inside this special New Orleans gallery....

If you’d like to do something special with your family that includes seeing the fall foliage in the Green Mountain state, take a horseback ride at Lajoie Stables in Jeffersonville, Vermont. As the only stable in the state that’s open-year long, all you need is a reservation and a love of horses to enjoy seeing the foliage. And since Lajoie Stables offers rides for all levels, everyone in your family can join in the fun!...

Long ago, the French named this place in southwestern Wisconsin “beautiful mountain.” Today Belmont Mound is a state park that’s not as well known or as popular as others, but it’s a hidden gem well-worth discovering. The park has some interesting rock formations and a view of the surrounding countryside that can’t be beat. Here’s what’s waiting for you at Wisconsin’s beautiful mountain: Belmont Mound State Park is located in Lafayette County....

Magnolia Springs State Park in Millen, Georgia is one of the most beautiful and underrated parks in the state. Clocking in at over 1,000-acres, visitors can tackle miles of hiking trails to really get a taste of this natural paradise. Built back in the 1930s as a project of the Civilian Conservation Corps, come see for yourself why this park is worth exploring, starting with the crystal clear springs smack dab in the center....

Cheesesteak. Pierogis. Scrapple. These are just a few of Pennsylvania’s staples that you can find in just about every city, town, and village across the state. Burgers are pretty high on the popularity list too, especially if the number of burger joints in the state is any indication. When you’re craving this classic staple, make your way to Odd Fellas in Pennsylvania, where you can order a gourmet burger or build your own....

Long before the women’s suffrage movement in 1920 and the women’s rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s, Mississippi had the foresight to recognize the importance of educating young women. And so, in 1884, Mississippi made history in a big way when it chartered one of America’s first women’s colleges. Mississippi University for Women in Columbus was chartered in 1884, making it the first state-supported college for women in America....

For the vast majority of Washington, it has been a snowy winter already. And while that isn’t so great for those with travel plans, it’s wonderful for those of us who love snow sports. Luge sledding is an underrated winter pastime, and you don’t often hear about it here in Washington. But if you pay a visit to the Loup Loup Ski Bowl, you can barrel down Bear Mountain in a luge sled....

One of the perks of living in certain parts of Southern California is getting to enjoy being outdoors all year long. When you feel like spending the day outside, there’s nothing like a visit to Seaport Village in San Diego! This waterfront destination boasts shopping, restaurants, and gorgeous views of the water and the famous Coronado Bridge. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon in sunny Southern California, that’s for sure....

Seligman is arguably the quirkiest Route 66 town in Arizona – after all, it is home to the kitschy, world-famous Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-In. Adding to the charm is Stagecoach 66 Motel, where almost all of the 40 guest rooms have a unique theme. From Elvis to Marilyn Monroe to Harley Davidson, this themed hotel in Arizona offers an unforgettable overnight stay. Next time you’re traveling through Seligman on the Mother Road, make plans to stop for the night at Stagecoach 66 Motel....

Would you like to hike then eat a delicious meal all in one area? Adventuring outside always burns up fuel, so we’ve planned a day where you hike then eat a world-famous pork tenderloin in Harlan, Iowa. With the day planned out, all you need to do is arrange the date and head out. Who is ready for an adventure? Today’s trip will take us out to Harlan, Iowa, where a beautiful hike awaits at Prairie Rose State Park....

Sussex County, Delaware, is packed with history. Since the region was not as overrun with industrialization as northern Delaware, there are so many places where you can peek back in time! One such spot tells the tale of a governor chased from Delaware during the Civil War. One such spot is the Ross Mansion, in Seaford. Located not far from the Nanticoke River, the entire plantation was built by William H....