Many Iowans grew up enjoying nights at the drive-in, munching on a burger and topping their meals off with delicious milkshakes or ice cream sundaes. While there’s no longer a drive-in located in every town in the Hawkeye State, there are still plenty of Drive-Ins scattered about! Make a night out of going to the closest drive-in with your family and enjoy an old fashioned step back in time. Here are a few of the best in the state!...
Despite being a tiny state with a large population, it’s still possible to find quiet, untouched spots in Delaware where you can enjoy some peace and quiet. When you need to enjoy some alone time, head to any of these peaceful places in Delaware and relax for a while. Delaware Seashore State Park Flickr / Eric B. Walker Delaware Seashore State Park stretches from the Indian River Inlet and includes over 6 miles of sandy beach....
There’s something magical that happens when the weather starts warming up for the year. Besides the storms, our favorite season is ice cream season! Ice cream is a great treat when the days are hot and the sun is bearing down on you. These places might not all be ice cream parlors, but they’re serving up some of the best soft serve in the state. Won’t you come chill for a while?...
Here in Ohio, you have to be able to roll with the punches. Life here is unpredictable and inconvenient at times—and there’s nothing like a good sense of humor to get you through. The following are nine hilarious inside jokes and memes you’ll only appreciate if you hail from the Buckeye State. Let us know which ones are your favorites: There’s just no better way to describe our climate. quickmeme.com We genuinely wonder what life would be like without spring blizzards....
Attention, Georgians! Get out your planners — grab a pen and your calendar — we have a date that you need to remember. Not only does this one-of-a-kind event only happen once a year, but it is a rarity for Georgia residents and you do not want to miss out. Perhaps the perfect way to say farewell to summer and welcome in the autumn changes, take a look at this unique wine festival....
Alabama is well known for its beautiful Gulf Coast beaches. While some of these beaches are small and tucked away, others are much larger and can stretch for miles and miles. One Gulf Coast destination in particular is Dauphin Island, which has been called Alabama’s longest beach. For more information, read on. Dauphin Island is located at Alabama’s southernmost point. Surrounded by undeveloped, white-sand beaches, this 14-mile island is a must-visit all year long, especially during the summer months....
Iowa is full of so many beautiful towns that it’s always easy to find a new destination for a weekend trip! When you’re looking for a beautiful, enchanting town to spend a few days, look no farther than the little town of Decorah. The charming town of Decorah, Iowa is the county seat of Winnesheik County. Facebook / Winneshek County One of the top attractions in the town is their Norweigan Heritage Museum, the Vesterheim....
Yellowstone National Park is one of Wyoming’s most prized natural gems, and one of the best ways to explore it is on foot. Here’s a pretty hiking trail that meanders right along a creek all the way to a stunning lake in the forest. The trailhead for one of the prettiest trails in Yellowstone National Park is right on the side of the Grand Loop Road, just 10 miles east of Old Faithful....
There are many beautiful churches throughout the city of Louisville, filled with history and beauty. Some of these are grand cathedrals that decorate a major street, while others are tucked away. One such chapel is just northeast of Louisville, in the city of Crestwood. Duncan Memorial Chapel is a unique church with a fascinating history. There is really no other chapel in the world like this charming place near Louisville....
If you’ve ever driven down I-84 through Waterbury, the huge cross on top of Pine Hill has probably caught your eye. While traffic now just buzzes by, this once-popular destination in Connecticut used to draw thousands of visitors each year. While Holy Land USA hasn’t seen crowds in decades, it still quietly watches over the highway. In its heyday during the 60s and 70s, Holy Land USA was home to more than 40,000 visitors each year....
Pizza is the perfect food, and the only way to make an ooey, gooey pizza pie even better is for it to be offered at an all-you-can-eat buffet! If you’re looking for somewhere to get a quick, tasty lunch this week, you’ll want to hit up the pizza buffet at Lucy Blue Pizza. Lucy Blue Pizza serves up one of the best pizza buffets in the city at two different Cincinnati locations....
Whidbey. Bainbridge. Vashon. The San Juans. Washington is home to some truly incredible islands, each with their own unique amenities. But we’ve also got a few hidden gems that remain off the radar, like Whatcom County’s Lummi Island. If you’ve never spent time exploring this little piece of paradise, here’s why you should check it out. To reach Lummi Island, you’ll take I-5 North to Bellingham and take Exit 260....
We all need to escape from our normal day to day responsibilities sometimes. Nestled in the mountains of the Black Hills you’ll find this quaint bed and breakfast that is truly an experience unlike anything else. During your peaceful stay you’ll be surrounded by nature, but removed from life for a bit as there are no TVs in the rooms. The owners go above and beyond to make your stay memorable, and with homemade breakfast every morning, you’ll never want to leave!...
If you’re seeking that picture perfect spot where you can just get away for a day, we have just the place. Enjoy a Vermont farm visit where scenic rolling countryside and the bustling activity will force you to leave all of your worries behind. Each season brings a new variety of things to see and do at Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks. Young children to those older kids-at-heart will love visiting Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks in Montpelier....
The mountain views in Vermont are spectacular, that’s a given. But until you’ve seen the mountains with a sunflower field in VT together, you just haven’t seen it all… Yet! Cedar Circle Farm in East Thetford has a gorgeous sunflower field as well as pick your own berries, flowers and pumpkins. There are loads of other surprise goodies in store at this great spot, so plan a trip and get ready to be amazed....
An overnight glamping opportunity this fall has arrived, and you don’t want to miss it. Close to the northern portion of Georgia you’ll find a unique overnight getaway inside a restored school bus. Finding all the modern amenities you need, experience this weekend away in an unusually awesome space. This restored school bus is a unique and unusual experience that provides a glamping adventure like no other. Hipcamp Georgia Spend the night in a quiet space, restored with all the modern amenities that you know and love....
If you’re into knitting then you’ve got to pay a visit to The Knit Studio in Jackson. The enormous shop has tens of thousands of items in stock and offers classes for all skill levels. Take a look: Opened in 2007, The Knit Studio has the most comprehensive collection of yarn in Mississippi. The Knit Studio/Facebook Like a knitters dream come true, the shop has over 30,000 items in stock and…...
One of the most fascinating places in Delaware is the historic town of Odessa, where there are over 80 buildings preserved in a National Historic District. The town itself dates back to the 1700s, when it was an important port town on the Appoquinimink Creek. At that time, it was known as Cantwell’s Bridge. By the time the railroad made its way through the state, bypassing Cantwell’s Bridge for the more centrally located Middletown, residents were feeling the effect of reduced ship travel....
Here in Ohio, we have quite the history, much of which is hiding in our small towns. If you’ve ever spent some time in Yellow Springs, Ohio, then you know it’s a truly unique, one-of-a-kind town worth exploring. (Check out our previous article about this particular town here.) But did you know that this southwest Ohio town is also home to the oldest bar in the state? Most people don’t, but it’s certainly a must-stop when you’re in town....
Although not many travel to our beaches in the wintertime, Cape Henlopen State Park offers some of the most beautiful winter scenes in Delaware. This year, this beautiful state park is transforming into a winter wonderland as Winer Wonderfest is upon us. With a magical Christmas village, ice skating, holiday workshops, and so much more, you’re in for a world of fun at Delaware’s largest Christmas event taking place November 17th through December 31st, 2018 at Cape Henlopen State Park....
