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From the Wigwam Village Motel to the mysterious “The Thing,” Arizona has no shortage of roadside attractions to gawk at. One of the most underrated is the world’s largest kachina doll, located in Carefree. It’s a whopping 39 feet tall! Kachina dolls are sacred among the Hopi people, informing young women about katsinas, or the spirit beings that control various elements of the natural world. Google/Alexander Tang Most kachina dolls are small enough to hold in your hand, but there’s one at the entrance to the Tonto Hills community that’s larger than life....

Looking for a few days away in the beautiful Catskills? Make sure your lodging is as special as the rest of your trip! Kate’s Lazy Cabin in Woodstock is a perfectly unique cabin in New York. This place is charming, cozy, and the ideal mix of nature and city. You’ll be so comfortable here that you might end up spending the whole vacation just relaxing in your amazing surroundings. Southeastern New York is such a beautiful region....

Traditional burgers are good (okay, they are amazing, but I digress), but have you ever tried a buffalo burger? Made with a thick – you guessed it! – buffalo patty, buffalo burgers are super juicy, flavorful, and oh-so Colorado, and can be found at many local restaurants! If you want to sink your teeth into the best buffalo burger of your life, however, we highly recommend visiting this hole-in-the-wall Colorado restaurant:...

When is the last time you visited a cemetery unlike any other? Once you get a closer look at the gravestones here at Chester Village Cemetery, you’ll see that these are uniquely carved and hauntingly beautiful. There’s something eerie and unique about this location, but are you brave enough to see for yourself? If you like mildly spooky scenarios, add this cemetery to your bucket list for a future visit....

You don’t have to travel far for a wonderful weekend away. In fact, you might be surprised to learn that you don’t even have to leave the state. Instead, all you have to do is head to Hattiesburg. Boasting a great mix of amenities, it makes an excellent weekend getaway. One of the state’s largest cities by population, Hattiesburg is home to about 45,000 residents. It’s probably most known, though, as the home of the University of Southern Mississippi....

All eyes turn to the small Pennsylvania town of Punxsutawney every February when the town celebrates perhaps its most famous resident: Punxsutawney Phil. The lovable groundhog, undoubtedly the most famous in the world, wakes up from his winter slumber to give his prediction: six more weeks of winter or an early spring. February, and particularly Groundhog Day, is a prime time to visit. However, no matter when you visit, Punxsutawney makes an excellent weekend getaway....

When you think of beaches in Connecticut, your mind probably goes to a warm summer’s day. Maybe you’re walking along the shore line, your toes dipping into the wet sand? Sure, the image is nice, but the beaches in Connecticut are just as enjoyable in the off season. Visiting the beach in winter or fall may seem like an odd choice, but try it and you may see that you actually prefer it....

Whether you need more stuff or not, visiting flea markets and antique stores in Connecticut can be so much fun. Maybe you’re looking for hidden treasures, a la “Antiques Roadshow,” or maybe you want to work on a collection. Maybe you just like browsing! Whatever the reason, we’ve got plenty of great spots to check out in the Nutmeg State. When it comes to size, few places can compare to Collinsville Antiques Co....

Hotels are fun. Lots of folks enjoy finding them, staying in them, and generally utilizing them, but sometimes you crave something a little different. Sometimes, you’d like some space all to yourself without being surrounded by noisy neighbors, and Airbnb is a perfect place to find arrangements that are a little more chilled-out than your typical hotel stay. For example, there’s a gorgeous loft apartment stay in Fargo that we absolutely love; this cozy Airbnb in North Dakota is one of our favorites that we’ve found thus far....

Utah is home to dozens of hiking trails that young kids and even your grandma could tackle together. One of the best hiking trails in Utah is located in Red Canyon, just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park. This trail, known as The Arches Trail, is short but it takes you to some of the most gorgeous views, natural arches, and so much more. It’s one hiking trail in Utah that needs to go at the top of your bucket list....

Missouri’s drenched in natural beauty. Even if we take a walk around our neighborhood, we’re sure to be amazed by the beauty of nature at least once. Missouri also boasts a network of beautiful hiking trails, all rated between easy and difficult. Even if you’re not an avid hiker, you’re sure to love these low-key hikes in Missouri that lead to some pretty sensational views. Osage Bluff Scenic Trail – Painted Rock Conservation Area All Trails/Devin Brown Osage Bluff Scenic Trail meanders 1....

Pączki, if you’ve never indulged, is an absolute delicacy… particularly here in Cleveland, Ohio. Paczki are a deep-fried Polish delicacy, and they are a sweet treat that is traditionally enjoyed both in the Old World and in Cleveland as the Lenten season approaches. While they’re enjoyed on Fat Thursday in Poland, Fat Tuesday is Paczki Day in Cleveland. Start working up an appetite now, because you’ll want to stock up on this delicious sweet treat as soon as possible....

Macaroni and cheese takes center stage at I Heart Mac and Cheese, Mississippi’s new macaroni and cheese-themed restaurant! Putting a hearty spin on the classic dish, the eatery serves up customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese dishes that are sure to impress. I Heart Mac & Cheese is coming to Gulfport! The final touches are being put on the restaurant, which is located on Pass Road in the former Pinkston Music....

If there is one thing Sunny’s Steakhouse does right, it’s to create the perfect ambiance. But luckily this restaurant does way more than just one thing right. Sunny’s Steakhouse in Florida is a pop-up steak restaurant that probably has one of the most wonderful al fresco dining options around. It isn’t just every day that you can enjoy a perfectly seared cut of beef right under a gargantuan Bayan tree. But at Sunny’s, almost every day is completely magical....

Here in the Bluegrass, biscuits and gravy isn’t just a breakfast item; it’s a way of life! We take great pride in this Southern staple, with numerous places serving up amazingly flaky, buttery biscuits topped with creamy, spicy gravy. So when we say we’ve discovered one of the best biscuits and gravy dishes in Kentucky, we mean it! Doodles Breakfast & Lunch is an adorable little brunch spot in Lexington with a full menu sure to please everyone in your party....

Chef Masa Miyake grew up in the small Japanese region of Aomori and then later in Tokyo before moving to the U.S. to pursue his dream of running restaurants in New York. From New York he came to Maine where he’s been running Pai Men Miyake in Portland since 2009. The menu boasts 11 different kinds of ramen, each with a unique flavor profile inspired by Chef Miyake’s heritage and travels....

Adventures abound in the Beaver State, with untold wonder around each and every turn. From traversing old-growth forests and climbing rock walls in the high desert to surfing in the Pacific Ocean and kayaking along resplendent rivers, Oregon is the place for adventure-seekers in the PNW. Because just when you think you’ve seen and done it all (although here, that’s darn-near impossible), Oregon will surprise you once again with something you never even considered....

Sometimes described as the East Coast’s answer to Napa Valley, Virginia’s wine country could impress just about any wine enthusiast. With over 200 wineries and dozens of wine trails from which to choose, there’s no shortage of places to sample wine here in the Old Dominion. Today’s destination stands apart from the rest, not only because of its impressive wine but also because of its positively unique location. While most Virginia wineries feature beautiful rolling hills and mountain views, what you’ll admire about Gabriele Rausse Winery is its treehouse-like setting....

Fall just wouldn’t be the same without the glow of pumpkins on front doorsteps all across Pennsylvania. Enjoy a long held tradition – or start a new tradition – with a visit to the largest pumpkin patch in Pennsyvlania. However, the pumpkin patch is so much more than a field dotted with pumpkins ripe for picking. You’ll discover an entire park full of fun fall activities that are perfect for the whole family....

If you’re like us, you’re always on the lookout for cool new places and towns to check out. You’re a little on the adventurous side, and you enjoy visiting places you’ve never been to before. Well, there’s one small town in Indiana that’s perfect for folks just like us; it’s an eclectic artists’ colony situated in what is known as the most beautiful region of the state – Brown County. It’s the incomparable Nashville!...