Once upon a time, towns were dotted with diners and family-owned eateries, rather than the fast food joints on every corner. If you wanted to dine out, you had to hop out of the car and sit down to enjoy your meal, not just order at the drive-thru and eat on the go. Quite a concept these days! Thankfully, old-school restaurants do still exist – it just takes a little extra effort to track them down....
New Jersey knows pizza and there’s almost nothing you can’t find in the Garden State. We’ve got an amazing classic pie, terrific tomato pies, all kinds of toppings, AND giant pizza. But the size isn’t just a gimmick – the pizza is delicious. Benny Tudino’s is a local icon but it’s not only locals who visit - foodies come all over for their giant pies. Facebook/Benny Tudinos And we mean giant!...
We’re all familiar with far-West Texas and Amarillo, but what about the space between? The Panhandle’s Northwestern portion is full of eerie ghost towns, charming close-knit communities, and some of our state’s richest history. This entire road trip takes less than seven hours, making it entirely possible to complete in just one day. If you want to add in an overnight stay or even swap out a few of our destinations for other nearby places, simply click here and customize the pre-planned route....
As the famous Robert Frost saying goes, “Two roads diverged in a wood and I – I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. ” If that doesn’t encourage you to take one of these unique, Western NC hikes, I don’t know what will! Unleash your inner-adventurer this spring with these fifteen daring hikes ordered from most difficult-easiest. Grandfather’s Profile, Grandfather Mountain Flickr / Gimli Longbow Perhaps the most strenuous hike on this list, Grandfather’s profile is well worth it....
At the beginning of this month, we shared the predictions for Buffalo’s fall foliage this year. So far, things have been right on track, with Buffalo’s foliage only now just starting to peek through and make an appearance in certain areas. With a later, more vibrant foliage due to hit the Queen City in the upcoming weeks, there’s still plenty of time to plan out what fall adventures you’re going to take while the scenery is so eye-catching....
Imagine your ideal summer vacation in Washington. Would you rather enjoy some fun at the lake, or spend your time relaxing in a vacation home? What if you could do both at once? Lake Roosevelt Adventures offers the ultimate destination vacation experience with their fleet of houseboats. And this is an experience you won’t want to miss. Lake Roosevelt Adventures is located on Marina Drive in Seven Bays. Lake Roosevelt Adventures / TripAdvisor They also have a new location at the Keller Ferry Marina....
If you are in the mood for some peace and tranquility, a walk by a river will help remove you from the mundane world. West Virginia is known for having the Mighty Ohio as its western border, so if you are in Huntington, a walk by the river front will do you good. Harris Riverfront Park in Huntington lies on both the border of the city and the state. This charming, peaceful park has a way of removing you from the world to enjoy the beauty of nature....
For many travelers, one of the most stressful things about traveling by air is to worry about fitting everything that you’ll need into your luggage or dealing with baggage fees. Using technology to track down the cheapest shipping options for you, travelers can use the service LugLess to have their luggage shipped instead of paying a fee to have it checked for your flight. Fedex/Facebook Richard/Flickr So, how does it work?...
From the mountains to the sea, you really don’t have to go far to find gorgeous views in the Tar Heel State. (See 15 iconic views in this previously published article…) But not many restaurants have million dollar views of North Carolina’s famously layered mountains. At the following roadside eatery, you’ll be awe of the views, the food, and the overall ambiance in this no-frills restaurant. Mountaineer Restaurant in Maggie Valley is a famously unique cabin-style restaurant perched on the side of a mountaintop with views to die for....
If we happened to tell you that Alpha Travel Insurance recently compiled a new study and interactive map showcasing which cities around the world have the highest density of bars, do you think you’d be able to figure out which American destinations made their way into the top ten? We’ll give you one hint, you can find the country’s wettest city on the East Coast in a place that never sleeps....
If you’ve yet to plan the big annual family vacation, there’s a state park lodge in Illinois that has something for everyone. Enjoy scenic views, fun entertainment, and fabulous dining at this wonderful resort-style hotel. Enjoy the outdoors in the best way when you stay overnight in this Grafton state park. Scroll on for all the details. Located on the west side of the river town of Grafton, along the Illinois River near where it converges with the Mississippi River, you’ll find the vacation of a lifetime....
A new bar recently opened earlier this month and it’s kind of amazing. Arkansas’ first and only pinball bar, Pinpoint, is the perfect blend of nostalgia, relaxed atmosphere, and tasty brews. No matter if you’re a seasoned pinball pro from the eighties or new to these vintage contraptions, every adult will feel like a kid again at this one-of-a-kind bar. Arkansas’ first and only pinball bar recently opened this year in Fayetteville....
In the past at Only In Your State, we’ve talked about how Buffalo is hands down New York’s most haunted city – with a whole laundry list of chilling places that are known for having eerie histories and are said to be filled with ghosts. However, when it really comes down to it, Western New York as a whole is quite the hair-raising region. Just outside of the Queen City in a town that’s almost perfectly parallel to us, head an hour east this fall to take the tour of a lifetime through this haunted, abandoned asylum of Genesee County....
Connecticut has its fair share of lovely vineyards located in the rolling hills of the countryside and if you’ve ever journeyed on the Connecticut Wine Trail, you’ve visited at least a handful. In the far eastern part of the state, there is a winery that is quite a bit different from the rest. From its historic repurposed building to a picturesque location on the water, Saltwater Farm Vineyard is one of the best places to go in the Nutmeg State....
This new ice cream shop in North Dakota serves a lot more than just ice cream, and what they do serve is so sweet even the most hardcore of sweet teeth might not be able to handle it! Have a sugary experience with huge portions and ridiculously delicious ice cream and treats at this tiny little shop that just opened earlier this year: Rain or shine, people love to come to this recently opened ice cream shop in Fargo, North Dakota....
Arizona has a knack for delivering flavorful food in the smallest of towns, and the following pub follows suit. Located in the heart of the Tonto National Forest and in a tiny community of a mere 2,400 residents, THAT Brewery & Pub doles out flavor in huge fashion. From their craft beers to their signature menu items, this iconic roadside pub is sure to please even the pickiest of palates....
The turbulent history of the Delaware coast is fascinating, and even to this day, ships wreck along the coast. Our state has had its fair share of pirates, lost treasures, mutinies and more in the waters offshore, and the Discoversea Shipwreck Museum hosts one of the largest collections of recovered artifacts in the country. It would be easy to pass by the Discoversea Shipwreck Museum, but if you did, you’d be missing out on one of Delaware’s greatest treasures!...
One thing we can all agree on when it comes to life in Southern California is that there is always something fun and adventurous to do every day of the week. During the summertime, for example, spending time out on the water is a great way to soak up the season. If you love the idea of taking a scenic sunset cruise while sipping and sampling local wine, then you’re going to love this outdoor adventure....
The beauty of New Hampshire is on display throughout the year, but as you can probably guess we’re slightly partial to fall. With the autumn leaves changing and the temperature dipping, there’s something extra special about being outside in nature. We’ve been rounding up as many outdoor activities as we can lately, but this one is something a bit different than your typical hiking trip. A canopy tour in New Hampshire might be just the thing to make this fall a bit more unique....
In light of Virginia’s first major snowfall of the season, we’re looking back and remembering one of the most epic snowfalls to grace the Old Dominion. In 2010, a snowstorm, appropriately nicknamed Snowmageddon, took the whole state by surprise as a nearly endless bout of snow seemed to cover everything in a sheet of white for a week. Here’s more on the epic snow blizzard that’s impossible to forget: It was February 5th of 2010 when a steady snowfall arrived in the Northeastern United States and made its way to Virginia....
