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360-degree city views are hard to come by in Oklahoma. We don’t have all the skyscrapers like New York or Chicago, but we have a few that house restaurants with enchanting, panoramic city views. 3Sixty Restaurant in Oklahoma City is one you’ll want to check out. Take a look: 3Sixty Restaurant is housed on the 20th floor atop Founder’s Tower at 5900 Mosteller Dr. in Oklahoma City. 3sixtyokc/Facebook Once you arrive on the 20th floor, you’ll be mesmerized by the sweeping city views in every direction....

Nebraska’s many small businesses and family-owned stores make for some very interesting shopping opportunities. This store in Sidney started out as a mail order business operating out of a family’s home and grew into a huge national corporation. It offers a truly unique experience that outdoors enthusiasts will remember forever. Cabela’s is a massive retailer of all things sporting and outdoors-related. There are stores all over the country, but this one in Sidney was the very first....

Here in Virginia, we love our waterfall hikes. Whether it’s a staircase climb to the top of the highest falls in Virginia, or a beautiful cascade that you can see from the road, these natural attractions never fail to amaze us. Today, we’ll take you to a breathtaking waterfall that may just be one of the most underrated spots in Virginia. All you need is a sturdy pair of hiking boots, some extra water, and your camera to capture the memories....

Looking for your next favorite restaurant? If you’re craving a mouthwatering meal that will fill your belly and make you smile, then you’ll want to check out this little Phoenix restaurant that won a James Beard Award in 2012. The Fry Bread House is located on the southeast corner of 7th Avenue and Hazelwood, about a half mile north of Indian School Road in Phoenix. GoogleMaps It can be easy to miss if you don’t keep your eyes peeled!...

When you set out to go hiking, it’s much more fun when there are sights to see along the way. Some forest trails are just views of trees and more trees, and while that’s okay, we all know it could be better. There is a woodland trail in Rhode Island that has a little bit of everything. This trail will let you stretch your legs as you travel through an amazing environment that has plenty to see which makes it the perfect spot for a solitary hike or an outing with the whole family....

If you’ve lived in Nevada for any amount of time, you’re probably well-aware that our state is home to some kooky things. We even compiled a list of the 14 strangest things in Nevada that will make you stop and look at them, and that list is just the beginning! There’s an endless amount of oddities that can be found throughout the Silver State. In fact, the obscure road featured here will lead you to one of the strangest sights you’ve ever seen in the desert....

Austin crafters will swoon over this incredible shop. Colorful yarn, lovely patterns, and intricate designs are everywhere you look. Let your imagination run free at Hill Country Weavers. You’re guaranteed to leave with loads of inspiration. This massive yarn shop in Austin is a dream come true. This charming shop sits in the heart of South Austin. WordRidden/Flickr It’s nestled just around the corner from Radio Coffee and Beer, so there’s no shortage of fun things in this neck of the woods....

Hawaii is boundless in natural beauty — but it is also a flourishing environment for many exotic animals, making the islands the perfect location for primates, zebras, farm animals, and tropical marine life to thrive — in the wild, and in captivity. And while you will find aquariums and zoos across the islands, there is one little-known destination that you should add to your bucket list. Though it’s not necessarily a zoo per say, the Kanaloa Octopus Farm is as underrated as it is unique....

Every year in the late summer, the night sky is graced with the spectacular sight of countless “shooting stars.” What we’re really seeing is the Perseids meteor shower, an awe-inspiring celestial event. Nebraska provides the perfect vantage point from which to view the spectacular shower. Our abundant rural areas provide the freedom from light pollution that’s needed for optimal star gazing. Facebook/Nebraska Star Party One of the greatest places to view the celestial phenomenon is Nebraska’s vast, sparsely populated Sandhills region....

It’s an interesting thing, the oldest building in Nashville. The city itself has gone through so much flux in the last two hundred years that each historic spot tends to bleed into the next, everything important and influential and tour-stop-worthy. Still, when we went out to find the oldest place in downtown Nashville we were a bit shocked – in the best way – that we could eat lunch and dinner right inside....

Parfrey’s Glen State Natural Area is one of the most gorgeous spots in all the state. This was Wisconsin’s first State Natural Area, established in 1952. Though it’s located in Devil’s Lake State Park, it’s not accessible by car from the park. One of the most visited spots in Wisconsin, this is also one of the places most in need of protection. Susceptible to flooding, waters washed away vegetation and mosses in 2008 and 2010....

If you are an outdoor person, hiking can be fun – and God knows we have plenty of places to do that – but sometimes a hike in a forest or a swim in a lake just won’t do. Sometimes, an adventure is the way to go. If that’s the case, then this is the place for you. River Riders Family Adventure Resort is an adventure park where fun is the rule of the day....

For an old-fashioned dining experience that is casual yet delicious, we suggest this vintage soda shop in Goshen, Indiana that has been around for more than 30 years. Recently featured on TV, this award-winning joint belongs on your bucket list if you haven’t been there yet. Northern Indiana is full of hidden gems like this that have been around forever. Scroll on to check out this hot spot. South Side Soda Shop has been in business since 1986 though the building it is in has been around much longer....

Most of Arkansas’ world records come from natural wonders like our plethora of quartz crystals or surprisingly tall waterfalls; however, we do have one human-engineered record that the whole family can enjoy traversing. The world’s longest pedestrian bridge can be found right here in Arkansas. Let’s put on our good walking shoes and tackle this lengthy river trail. The Big Dam Bridge certainly lives up to its name. TripAdvisor/eak321 It’s the world’s longest bridge for pedestrian and bicycle use at 4,226 feet....

There is a beautiful boardwalk trail in Georgia that many residents don’t even know exists. While sometimes we stick to the more well known hikes in the state, like Amicalola Falls trail for instance, we tend to miss the lesser known hikes. But in truth, those are equally as beautiful. Perhaps this summer, we should start exploring the new. And we can all start by taking on the Phinizy Swamp Nature Park in Augusta....

Sometimes the urge to escape civilization and get lost in the Nevada backcountry is too strong to resist. The next time this happens, consider making a trip to this stunning overlook that boasts some seriously jaw-dropping views that are sure to blow you away. Located within the utterly gorgeous landscape of Great Basin National Park, this overlook is a must-visit if you consider yourself a nature lover. Just when you thought you’d seen all that Nevada has to offer, you come across beautiful surprises such as this one!...

Sternwheeler riverboats once filled the rivers and tributaries of America. The mighty Ohio and the Mississippi River were the main byways for the shipment of all kinds of goods. Today, we have planes and automobiles, so the slow progression of ships on the river is no longer a viable way to transport anything but fresh-caught seafood. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t still ride one today. The Island Belle is an old fashioned sternwheeler that ferries visitors to Blennerhasset Island State Park....

Small town summer festivals may be the best part about living in the Midwest. Here in Missouri there are hundreds of fun events happening in our smallest towns this summer. One such event that you don’t want to miss is Wizard of Oz Days in New London, Missouri. This magical two day festival brings the Land of Oz to your back yard for tons of family fun! New London, Missouri is a sleepy little town with a population of less than 1,000....

Now that most of the leaves have fallen from the trees, walking through the New Hampshire woods can be a downright eerie experience. From the wind whistling through the branches of the trees to the amplified sound of snapping of tree branches beneath your feet, a winter hike can be a unique experience. One of our favorite spooky hikes is really more of a walk and it includes some interesting history as well as tales of haunting happenings....

The only thing better than summer in Maine is autumn in Maine! From cider donuts to fall foliage, there’s no better place to be than Vacationland in September and October. Of course, just spending some time outside is great, but if you really want to celebrate the season we recommend heading to one of the best fall festivals you’ll find anywhere in the country. As pumpkin festivals in Maine go, this is the best!...