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Are you looking for a new favorite restaurant to enjoy a meal with family and friends along with a fantastic view? If you love visiting Arizona’s lakes, then you’re probably going to look for every opportunity to spend as much time there as you can! Let’s take a look at 7 great restaurants located right along Arizona’s lakes. Dillon’s Bayou, Lake Pleasant Dillon’s Bayou at Pleasant Harbor/Facebook Dillon’s Bayou at Pleasant Harbor/Facebook Are you craving some delicious barbecue?...

It is probably not a surprise that Indiana is home to several amazing Amish bakeries. These shops are known for homemade breads and pastries that are better than any others in the Midwest. For a taste of true handmade fare, check out these seven amazing bakeries. A Taste of Amish Facebook/A Taste of Amish Facebook/A Taste of Amish This amazing little bakery is known for its award-winning donuts as well as other fantastic sweets like cinnamon rolls, cookies, and fresh bread....

Popular lore says that the magic is really in the journey. Of course, the journey is all part of the fun, right? These nine places in Pennsylvania, though, may make you question that old saying. Once you arrive at these remote spots where you’ll find beauty and tranquility, you may never want to leave. Ralph Stover State Park – 6011 State Park Road, Pipersville, PA 18947 All Trails/Jill Kelly Feel as though you’ve journeyed a million miles away at Ralph Stover State Park....

We talk quite a bit about Kentucky’s small towns because our state is made up of some of the best in the country. These charming and historic neighborhoods are the soul of the Bluegrass State and almost every Kentuckian has one that is close to their heart. These small towns often maintain their historic charm, and that pure Americana spirit along with it. American flags line the Main Streets, family-friendly events take place in the town parks, and there’s just a neighborly feel throughout the city....

What’s the one thing that puts that extra spring in your step every morning? A strong cup of fresh coffee? A hearty breakfast? Or, maybe a bagel, topped with your favorite spread, that’s so filling it keeps you going until lunch? Pittsburgh’s not known as a bagel town, but you can certainly find some of the most delicious bagels around in town and a bit beyond. Treat your taste buds to an explosion of flavor with a fresh-baked bagel from this bagel shop near Pittsburgh....

There is no shortage of opportunities to hop aboard a train in Kentucky, whether you want to speed through the countryside or cut through the mountains. There are all sorts of scenic train rides throughout the Bluegrass and some of the best are those offered through Big South Fork Scenic Railway. This time of year, they host Kentucky’s only official Polar Express ride and there are still tickets available! You can watch the Kentucky mountainside whirl by on the unforgettable Christmas Train, and make memories that will last forever....

No more school…no more books…you know the rest, right? School’s out! Those carefree summer days mean sheer excitement for the kids. After all, they can sleep in as late as they want and do whatever they want all day long. But, for us parents? Well, summer vacation can sometimes pose a bit of a challenge, especially how to keep the kids active for three months. This two-mile waterfall hike in Pennsylvania provides the perfect summer activity – it even includes a treehouse – for the entire family....

Along historic River Road, nestled underneath canopies of ancient oak trees, there’s a historic plantation that everyone should take the time to see. Added to the National Register of Historic Places, the Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation home in the lower Mississippi Valley, and it’s worth your time to take a tour. Let’s take a closer look. Built in the late 1700s, the Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation in the lower Mississippi River Valley....

Some of Alabama’s best restaurants are located along the Gulf Coast, including Cobalt, The Restaurant. Over the years, this coastal restaurant has become a favorite dining establishment among locals and visitors alike. To learn all about Cobalt, The Restaurant, including why it receives countless visitors year-round, take a look below. Cobalt, The Restaurant is nestled under the Perdido Bay Bridge in Orange Beach. It’s one of Alabama’s finest coastal restaurants....

Rhode Island has quite a few islands, Block Island, Goat Island, and Prudence Island to name a few. Even the busy towns of Jamestown and Newport are found on islands. Bridges and ferries are commonplace in the Ocean State. But there are some islands that are only accessible by boat and Dutch Island is one of them. Many have never explored this cool spot not too far off the coast....

If you’ve never heard of Dorothy Lynch dressing, chances are you’re not from Nebraska. It’s the salad dressing of choice at many a salad bar and it makes appearances in plenty of other dishes in the typical Nebraska kitchen. It was invented in St. Paul, a small city in Howard County, in the 1940s, and you can still eat at the restaurant where it was developed. American Legion Post 119 in St....

Shepherdstown, Philipi, Harpers Ferry… these are many of the places most associated with battles during the War Between the States. But there’s another significant campaign that was waged in West Virginia – and the location, and its outcome, may surprise you. It may come as a bit of a surprise to learn that our beloved Capital City was not only the site of this significant skirmish between Union and Confederate soldiers, but it was also under siege by Confederate troops for a full six weeks after the Battle of Charleston in 1862....

Here in Ohio, there are tons of hidden gems, parks and other attractions that will make you feel like a kid all over again—if you let yourself, that is. Hiding in the beautiful Mohican Country of northeast Ohio, you’ll find a massive jungle gym suspended in the air, just waiting for an adventurous soul to conquer it. The Ariel Adventure Park at Mohican Adventures in Loudonville is just one way you can relive your childhood all over again (and conquer any fear of heights you may have....

School is starting back up in a few weeks and summer is going to be over before we know it. If you’re a longtime Nevadan, you know that summer isn’t officially over until the annual Great Reno Balloon Race has occurred.This spectacular hot air balloon race is a truly one-of-a-kind event that every Nevadan should attend at least once in their lifetime. And there’s no better time than the present! This epic tradition is just one month away so start planning a trip to the Biggest Little City In The World soon....

There are many things that make Northern California preferable to the southern region of the state including the fact that we actually experience seasons here. As summer shifts to fall, our landscapes explode in an array of glorious fall colors. There’s no better time to plan an outdoor adventure! Thanks to this amazing tool, courtesy of Smoky Mountains, you can plan your adventure accordingly to when the fall foliage will be at its best and brightest....

March 20th was officially the first day of spring. However, just when you thought the thaw was well underway, the Wyoming winter rears its ferocious head and dumps another snowstorm to dampen dreams of warm weather and summer wardrobes. That scenario happens pretty much all over the state, but there’s one place where the residents know better than to go by the calendar. Story is one of the snowiest places in the whole country during spring....

Wisconsin has some truly wonderful and beautiful beach towns, but unfortunately that’s no secret. As the year turns towards summer, these towns fill up with tourists and get much more crowded. Before they get inundated and too full of people to be very enjoyable, take the time to check out these quaint, gorgeous towns and see why they are so popular. Two Rivers Facebook/FriendsofPointBeach From the cute little recreated fishing village to the gorgeous lakefront path that connects with Manitowoc, there’s plenty to keep you happy right here on the water....

There seems to be no other meat more unequivocally loved than bacon. It’s the salty, tangy part of a morning breakfast that really gets us going, the heart of a BLT and the beginning of a pretty great dinner if you ask us. In Cleveland, the whole town decided to celebrate the exciting (and delicious) opportunities that bacon quite literally brings to the table, chocolate covered or no. Take a look at what springtime has to offer here in Tennessee!...

Going to a bar to grab a drink with friends is enjoyable, but even more fun is going to a Connecticut beer garden. This waterside oasis is like enjoying a backyard picnic with the best food, music, drinks, and people. All you have to do is show up. This outdoor hot spot is a place the whole family can go to relax and have oodles of fun. The Beer Garden at Shippan Landing is an outdoor haven on the water in Stamford....

Did you know that the Oregon Coast is home to an exotic secret garden? The Gerdemann Botanical Garden is a beautiful oasis located on the outskirts of the charming town of Yachats. A hike through the grounds is the perfect way to experience the rich variety of exotic plants and feel connected with nature. Take a look: The Gerdemann Botanical Garden is home to a diverse array of rare plants from around the world....