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Blue skies and sunflower fields might be more reminiscent of the American Midwest during summer than of the Hawaiian Islands, but our year-round growing season makes the islands ideal for various harvests — including sunflowers. While the sunflower crop at DuPont Pioneer has been postponed for 2018 due to excessive rainfall from tropical storms Lane and Olivia, there is one other dreamy destination on Oahu where you’ll find sunflowers this November....

Looking for a super simple hike with a big pay off? Then you’ve got to check out the Rocky Springs Trail. The short path leads straight to the ghost town of Rocky Springs. Even better, it’s located just off the Natchez Trace Parkway, so it’s incredibly easy to access. Take a look: The town of Rocky Springs was first settled in the 1790s. It quickly flourished, and by 1860, it covered 25 square miles and was home to 2,616 people....

Every town in the state of Kentucky seems to have a classic diner, perhaps a family-style restaurant, and hopefully, a wonderful locally owned bakery. These bakeries are where birthday cakes are always ordered, cookies are bought for special occasions, and friends meet to catch up over coffee and a slice of cake. If your town doesn’t have one of these spots – or even if it does – head to the town of Morehead and pay a visit to Root-A-Bakers Bakery & Cafe....

If you’ve lived in Virginia long enough, you’ve figured out an important secret about our dining scene: often the most delicious food is hiding behind surprising doors. If you’re looking for delicious crab cakes, for example, you won’t necessarily want to go to a 5-star restaurant but rather this unsuspecting gas station on the Eastern Shore. While the notion sounds crazy, the restaurant reviews speak for themselves. You can fuel up your tank and eat your fill of delicious seafood when you stop by Sting-Ray’s Restaurant....

Massachusetts is blessed with miles and miles of sparkling coastline and gorgeous seascapes to admire. However, you may not have thought of exploring one of the state’s most unique waterways. This canal cruise is a great way to spend an afternoon on the water for the cost of lunch on land. Here’s everything you need to know about hopping on this one-of-a-kind canal boat. This awesome canal cruise will take you along the Cape Cod Canal in style....

Throughout the history of Aviation, the skies over Arizona have been relatively free of commercial airline disasters. Only on a few occasions have there been crashes and one, in particular, was the first-ever mid-air collision over Arizona to result in more than 100 deaths. In fact, everyone aboard the two planes died and this horrific incident will never be forgotten. The tragedy occurred on June 30, 1956 and is said to have sparked a nationwide overhaul of the Air Traffic Control system....

If there’s one thing that’s certain in the Sooner State, it’s that you’ll always find a strong sense of community in the little towns that dot the landscape. The town of Arcadia is no exception. Located along Route 66, it’s home to an iconic round barn that’s been the place for social gatherings since it was built. Visitors along Route 66 will notice an unusual round, red barn as they drive through Arcadia....

Legends of swamp monsters have been around for ages. While these stories most likely started as a cautionary tale to keep children out of the swamps and bayous, some believe that there are creatures that lurk in the shadows of the swamps. Are you a believer? The Honey Island Swamp is located in St. Tammany Parish and covers roughly 70,000 acres. Karsun Designs/Flickr It’s over 20 miles long and about 7 miles across, with about half of the 70,000 acres protected as a government sanctioned protected wildlife area....

There are plenty of historic gems hiding in the great state of Virginia. It’s here that you can explore the island where the British colonists first arrived, canoe down the second-oldest river in the world, walk among dinosaur footprints, and even dine at the same tavern as George Washington once did. Head to Alexandria, Virginia and you can visit the very spot where the Nation’s first president allegedly loved to celebrate his birthday....

Chocolate lovers rejoice! There’s a massive store in the Mountain State filled with enough candy to last a lifetime – and you’ll want to see (and smell!) all of this sweet, creamy, sinful, chocolate for yourself. Get the delicious details below and then start planning your heavenly chocolate adventure soon! Just outside of Wheeling, there’s a huge store filled with chocolate goodness — and more! Flickr/m01229 From assorted candy pieces filled with unknown surprises to pounds and pounds of fudge and more, this store is a candy lover’s dream....

With October in full swing, it’s hard not to let our minds start wandering toward the side of the scary and spooky. Luckily for us in Florida who like to indulge in a little bit of haunt every now and again, our state is chock full of awesome adventures and historical happenings. From haunted hotels to haunted lighthouses, Florida has quite a few places to spot ghosts. In fact, one of the oldest burying grounds in the entire state might just be the perfect place to see an apparition or two....

Yellowstone National Park is one of the most visited in the country, with millions of people from around the world coming to check it out each year. Many Americans have crossed this epic destination off of their bucket list, but coming soon in 2019, there will be a whole new way to experience an adventure in this park. See what’s in store for the upcoming year! josephmccowie/Flickr The company Natural Habitat has been taking visitors on tours through Yellowstone National Park for years, but they have something new in store for adventurers....

There’s nothing better for friendship than someone who genuinely cares about you, and who is wiling to go the extra mile. Kansans are not only used to extra miles, but we’ll drop what we’re doing to help a friend in need. Here’s a few reasons why Kansans make the best friends, we think. Do your Kansas friends have these traits? We’re loyal to the end. Bradjward/Flickr Whether it’s our favorite team’s losing streak or a friend in need, a Kansan will never leave you behind....

Happy Birthday, South Dakota! Today you are 129 years old and, if I am being honest, you have never looked better! Since today is all about you and all of your glorious Mount Rushmore State ways, we want to pay homage to you, which is why we have compiled this list of the 15 reasons why you are the BEST state in the country: Our days begin like this… Flickr/USDA NRCS South Dakota If you think the best part of waking up is the generic coffee in your cup, you gotta get outside more often!...

It doesn’t have to be your birthday to enjoy cake. You can celebrate any occasion with the astounding ice cream cakes from any of these eight delicious creameries. Each place makes them differently, so you just might have to try them all. Discover what decadence is really about when you try these sweets. Scroll on for more details about this dessert and learn where all you can get it. Union Dairy Facebook/Union Dairy...

Minnesota may have been founded less than 200 years ago, but the state’s history dates much further back. For thousands of years, America’s first inhabitants made homes in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, hunting its land and making use of its many natural resources. Reminders of Minnesota’s earliest inhabitants are all over the state. One of the most fascinating is at Pipestone National Monument. This little known ancient ruin should be added to the top of your bucket list....

While driving through our great state, it’s not uncommon to encounter many churches. After all, Alabama is a huge part of the Bible Belt. If you’ve ever driven through Dallas County, specifically along County Road 55 in Sardis, you’ve probably stumbled upon Adams Grove Presbyterian Church. If not, you’ve probably heard of it. Google/Randall Hobbs Adams Grove Presbyterian Church, which was built in 1853, is a historic Greek Revival-style church. This style of architecture was quite popular during the 1800s....

With the relentlessly epic beauty of Alaska, this is a controversial topic, but Kodiak really finds a way to be the most amazingly beautiful town in the great land. The emerald isle of Alaska is humid and the hillsides are plush with greenery. The wildlife is all around from American bald eagles swooping down right and left to the constant presence of bears. Kodiak is a feast for the senses and you’ll want to visit the most naturally beautiful town in Alaska....

New Jersey has so many great small towns, each one unique. Over the years, I’ve covered Collingswood, Atlantic Highlands, Haddonfield, Califon, Somers Point, and many more. But there’s one little town you may not have heard of yet…Belvidere. Belvidere is a charming small town in Warren County. Wikipedia/Jerrye & Roy Klotz MD The population sits just around 2,600 but it’s actually the county seat. Its name means “beautiful to see” in Italian and we certainly agree....

Burgers are an American staple. You can find them in many eateries all over Rhode Island but truly amazing burgers are a rare breed. They have to be juicy, full of flavor, and cooked to perfection which may sound simple but it takes talent. In Smithfield, there is an epic burger restaurant that is gaining quite a reputation for this classic food with a modern twist. Blackie’s Bulldog Tavern may have a simple appearance, but the food is out of this world delicious....