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When you’re looking for a great weekend getaway in Wyoming, there’s no need to take out a second mortgage and head to Jackson Hole! We’ve got a perfect little town right in Sweetwater County. Green River is the largest town in the county, with just about 12,000 residents. That being said, it’s still one of the most underrated places in the state! Flickr / Carfull In Wyoming Check out what this charming town has to offer - from scenery, to food, to a ton of entertainment and history....

We’ve said it time and time again that Tennessee is one of the most historic states in the entire country. Even our local history is absolutely fascinating! And there’s a good chance that the history took place in a breathtakingly beautiful spot because, let’s face it, all of Tennessee is breathtakingly beautiful. Harrison Bay State Park is no exception. Though it may be one of the lesser-known state parks in Tennessee, it is the oldest, and it’s definitely worth a visit....

Oregon’s natural beauty is beyond comparison, and the local wild residents of our wilderness areas are a sight to behold. Here’s a little wildlife refuge that many Oregonians don’t know about, but it’s a wonderful place to view Roosevelt Elk. The Jewell Meadows Wildlife Area is located in the northwestern part of the state, off State Highway 202. GoogleMaps The address is 79878 Hwy. 202, Seaside, OR 97138. For driving directions, click here....

Nothing beats a scoop, or two, of delicious homemade ice cream on a hot summer day. Fortunately, Alabama is home to several places that serve this delicious sweet treat, including O Town Ice Cream. To learn all about this charming ice cream parlor, including why its ice cream is worth waiting in line for, take a look below. O Town Ice Cream, which is located in Opelika, Alabama, has been in business for more than two years....

There’s something about fall that makes us want to steal away to a log cabin in the woods. Fortunately, this experience isn’t hard to come by here in Virginia. Nestled in Crozet, Montfair Resort Farm offers the experience of sleeping under the fall foliage when you rent one of their rustic yet undeniably charming cabins. Here’s more on this seasonal experience you won’t want to miss. Just 15 miles north of Charlottesville awaits the perfect mountain retreat known as Montfair Resort Farm....

Forestville is a quaint community in Sonoma County that not many people have heard of. This historic town is home to just 3,293 people and it contains a limited number of places to eat. However, travelers who stumble upon this gem of a community are pleasantly surprised when they find themselves dining at the Russian River Pub. At first, this remote restaurant looks like any other roadside dive bar you’d come across in a small town....

The trend in unique overnight getaways, or “staycations” where residents travel and stay within state lines for a much-needed vacation, has been recognizing more of the weird and off-beat locales. Gone are the days where just regular old hotels do the trick. We recently wrote about spending the night in the Florida Everglades cottages, but this overnight getaway might just be unparalleled. The Yurt at Danville is a romantic, charming, secluded place to stay in the middle of nowhere....

It stands to reason that South Carolina has a number of “firsts.” We had the first museum, the first musical society, the first black church… the list goes on, and you can see it here. We also had the first tea plantation. It was located in Summerville, and began around 1888. But by 1915, the owner had fallen into ill health and the plantation’s prosperity dwindled. A few decades later, plants from that plantation would be transferred to a tea plantation located on Wadmalaw Island just south of Charleston....

It’s pretty easy to find a historic town in Kansas, considering how many there are that fit that bill. You could close your eyes and put your finger on a map of Kansas and you’d probably land on one. However, not many of them cherish their local history as much as this one does. When’s the last time you’ve visited this charming place full of history? Put it in your bucket list, and let’s go!...

If you take the time to hike our mountains and explore between the trees, you’ll find plenty of things up in the Adirondacks that you didn’t know existed. An amazing place for everyone in the family to enjoy, spots like The Wild Center in Tupper Lake features a variety of ways to stay busy on a beautiful summer day. Spread out on more than 100-acres of land in the mountains, find out why this natural history museum is actually New York’s most whimsical playground....

During the spring, summer, and fall months, people flock to our beautiful waterfalls to watch them majestically cascade over the pristine landscape… but what about winter? Why are we neglecting winter waterfalls in all of their frozen glory? To see what I am talking about, check out these 5 gorgeous frozen South Dakota waterfalls that must be seen to be believed: Falls Park (Sioux Falls) Visit Sioux Falls Falls Park is a sight to see year round, but until you see them literally frozen in time, you have yet to experience what a treasure this SoDak landmark truly is!...

Iowa is, oddly enough, the most Dutch place in the world outside of the Netherlands itself. During Tulip Time, Pella transforms into a little slice of Holland, and throughout the state you’ll find dutch bakeries, windmills, and nods to Dutch culture. This quirky characteristic of the Hawkeye State is something many people don’t expect when they visit, but for those of us who call this state home, it means that we have access to delicious Dutch bakeries, like Van Hemert’s Dutch Oven Bakery in Boone or Ames, Iowa....

We don’t usually write about national chain restaurants, but we have to admit that some of them are pretty good. Sonic Drive-In is popular for its burgers, hot dogs and drinks, and there are several locations all over the Beehive State, but there’s a brand new Sonic that’s the only one of it’s kind in the entire world! Keep scrolling to find out more: Last month, Sonic opened a brand new concept restaurant - Sonic 3D....

Are you looking for the perfect place to take your friends for a fun girls day out? Well, we have found the perfect place where you and your friends can shop, dine, and stroll through beautiful gardens. This huge mansion in Joplin is full of home decor, garden art, clothing, specialty items, and more! It’s easy to spend a lot of time at this incredibly unique store. Located off Interstate 44 is a large estate that looks like it’s straight out of a romantic movie....

One of the best things about living in Nevada is diving deep into our state’s unique history. Our state is unlike any other in the regard that there are a countless number of places where you can go to learn about the Silver State’s early days. Whether it be old saloons, fields of petroglyphs, or even an authentic Wild West town, there’s always something new to explore. How many of these Old Nevada destinations have you checked off your list?...

There are plenty of drive-thru restaurants in Rhode Island, but a drive-in restaurant is something different. Enjoy traditional car hop service right to the window of your vehicle at this long-standing spot. Summertime is the best time to visit this classic American drive-in. A&W in Smithfield is known as the longest running drive-in restaurant with car hop service in the state. Google Images/Jesse Pictures Drive into the parking lot and turn on your lights for service....

Ah, the burrito. It’s an American take on Mexican street fare, and a highly anticipated year-round meal on the west coast. But what about in the south? You may attribute Nashville to hot chicken and fluffy biscuits, but we still have a solid handful of local eateries that can make up a mean burrito. We may not border Mexico, but we’ll forever love it for inspiring the menu at the ultra-delicious Baja Burrito in Berry Hill, Tennessee....

Despite the popularity of artificial Christmas trees, there is still a great demand for the real deal, and also for the experience of hunting down the best family tree each year. There are several farms around Cincinnati that offer this, but if you still need to pick out your Christmas tree, then be sure to visit Bartels Farm in Hamilton this weekend. Many say it is the best Christmas tree farm near Cincinnati and once you’ve visited, you will understand why....

South Dakota is home to many beautiful landscapes that bring us serenity. This chapel may be manmade, but it’s one of the best spots in South Dakota to experience beauty and peace, no matter what walk of life you come from. This spot has become an attraction to many from all over the country, and even the globe, and it’s not hard to see why. Let’s check out this work of art and learn about the history it holds within....

Here in Mississippi, it’s not uncommon to find great food in unconventional places. Gas stations and groceries are just two of the not-so-standard places you can fill up on tasty eats. So, try to keep an open mind when I tell you that some of the state’s best donuts can be found at a fried chicken restaurant in Tupelo. It may sound crazy, but read on before you pass any judgment....