Michigan is home to its fair share of beautiful views. After all, our state houses every sort of landscape imaginable, from hilly regions to incredibly blue lakes to forested splendor. When you’re ready to gaze out upon some of the most stunning scenery in the Great Lakes State, make your way to this unbelievable overlook. You’re sure to be mesmerized. Pyramid Point is located within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore....
Greetings, history buffs! If you enjoy vintage photos, then check out the following video of Maryland’s Liberty Reservoir construction. Here’s how you know Liberty Reservoir today… Flickr / Jack Lyons Flickr / Mark Plummer But years ago, it looked much different. Youtube / David Kirk Youtube / David Kirk Constructed in the 1950s, this spot was the former site of the town of Oakland Mills, and the Melville Woolen Mills. After being blasted with dynamite, it took years to fill this area with water....
Some of the most top-notch places to eat in Idaho take a little searching to find. For instance, this little-known eatery is located in a basement of all places and it’s far from what you’d expect. Despite being located literally underground, this quirky restaurant is bursting with unique charms. Not only that, but they boast some of the tastiest creations in town. You’ll realize this hidden gem restaurant was so worth the search from the moment you take your first bite....
There’s nothing like a beautiful view, and this enchanting bridge trail in Massachusetts delivers just that. With a convenient location and plenty of natural beauty, a hike along Echo bridge will treat you to a lovely panorama over Hemlock Gorge. Keep scrolling to find out more. Tucked away near Boston, this stunning bridge hike will make you feel like you’re light years from the city. Filckr/Lorraine DiSabatto Though it’s right in the middle of the suburb of Newton, Hemlock Gorge is beautifully isolated from the outside world....
Dining out in South Carolina can take many twist and turns, from ending up at a straight-laced upscale establishment to a quirky place with welcoming arms and a casual atmosphere – like the restaurant below. It’s an eatery like few others in the Palmetto State and not only will you remember the delicious food and friendly staff, you’re certain to remember the unusual (but nice) atmosphere. The Drake House is a house turned restaurant and, in some ways, almost appears as though a family just up and moved out one day and left all their belongings....
As Thanksgiving approaches we’ve got just two things on our mind. Turkey and pies. While some believe that turkey is the star of the show for this event, we’d like to argue on behalf of pies. Pies mean that the hard work of cooking the meal is done. They mean dinner is over and that it’s time to wear pants with an elastic waist. Pies also mean sugar and butter and you can’t go wrong with a combination like that....
There are plenty of man-made and natural wonders that you can find here in Buffalo, but every now and then it’s nice to explore outside of our hometown to see what the rest of our beautiful state has to offer. If you’re someone who happens to love waterfalls as much as we do here at Only In Buffalo, then you’ll be happy to hear that our next door regional neighbors of the Finger Lakes have an abundance of these breathtaking wonders!...
Ready to unwind (or should we say un-wine-d)? Just when you thought nothing could be better than kicking back and relaxing mid-week, the Spirit of Buffalo is one-upping your typical Wine Wednesdays. This sunset wine cruise in Buffalo is the perfect summer adventure. Read on and we’ll prove it! The Spirit of Buffalo hosts “Wine In the Wind” every Wednesday from June through September. Spirit of Buffalo - Facebook There are two sail times each week: one from 6-8 p....
Comfort food isn’t just found in the Deep South. Illinoisans like to feed the soul too, and that’s why there are so many places that serve amazing fried chicken n’ waffles. These delicious restaurants will blow your expectations of soul food out of the water. Check them out: Slim Chickens Facebook/Slim Chickens (Bloomington, IL) Facebook/Slim Chickens (Bloomington, IL) This is actually a little-known chain that has several locations in Illinois as well as in several other states....
Louisiana has some cities and towns that are fairly hard to pronounce, like Natchitoches or Opelousas. If you grew up here, you don’t even bat an eyelash at some of our town names – they’re normal to you. However, there are a few small villages and towns in Louisiana that few people have heard of, and they have some interesting names. Let’s take a look. Urania GoogleMaps This town of about 1,300 is located in La Salle Parish and got its name from the Greek muse of astronomy....
Fall’s just so much fun, wouldn’t you agree? After all, the weather cools down just in time for all of the festivals and fun activities that dot the calendar. But, if you’re still dealing with that warmer-than-usual weather in your corner of PA, you might be itching for but not quite have that fall feeling yet. Good news! These eight charming apple festivals in Pennsylvania will definitely put you in the mood for fall – and make your fall complete....
This is the perfect time of year to tour some of Illinois’ scariest and most haunted spots. These eight creepy places all figure in horrific events that took place right here in the Land of Lincoln. These are the stories they didn’t teach you in history class. From graveyards to asylums, this list is full of nightmares that may make it hard to sleep at night. Proceed with caution… St. Omer Cemetery Facebook/Spirit Seekers Society - S3 A bizarre tale for a bizarre gravestone....
Living in New Hampshire is pretty great. From beautiful, green summers to wintery, white snow this time of year it’s easy to just look around and feel fortunate. But, we especially appreciate that there are some things that only New Hampshirites can brag about. In no particular order, here are some of our favorites. What are yours? Wolfeboro was the first resort town in America. sirod47 / Flickr This incredible town sits on Lake Winnipesaukee and it’s been luring tourists since its founding in 1770....
In one week, we once again celebrate the day America became an independent nation. There will be cookouts, celebrations and, of course, fireworks. So for 2018, these are the cities with the best fireworks displays in the state. Morgantown Greater Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau The Celebration of America Committee is having a their Fourth of July celebration from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in downtown Morgantown. It will kick off with a parade down High Street....
Finding good food outside of your comfort zone is a hard thing to do, especially if you don’t know where to start. Fortunately, this list is here to give you somewhere to start from. These small town Kansas restaurants are here to fill you will home style eats while you relax in the relative quiet of small town life. The people that live here are almost better than the amazing food they make!...
South Carolina’s true fishing piers that extend 90 degrees into the big blue Atlantic Ocean offer millions of locals and visitors alike thousands of hours of entertainment each year along the South Carolina coast. Take a look at these piers in South Carolina and see for yourself. Cherry Grove Pier - North Myrtle Beach Flickr/Rain075 The Cherry Grove Pier in North Myrtle Beach was built in the 1950s and is privately owned....
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Austin knows how to celebrate. Bask in the gorgeous lights and enjoy the festive activities. From whimsical window displays to quirky holiday traditions, there’s no shortage of holly jolly atmosphere. Don’t be a cotton-headed ninnymuggins. Get out and see these 9 Austin places that have the most unbelievable Christmas decorations. 2nd Street District 2nd Street District/Facebook Every year, the boutiques along Second Street deck their windows with holly and tinsel....
As the weather continues to warm up, it’s time to think about a getaway. This beautiful lodge in Barkhamsted is just what you need. Legends on the Farmington is nestled right on the banks of the Farmington River, in the most beautiful setting imaginable. management/Tripadvisor The lodge is located at 20 River Road,Barkhamsted, Connecticut. From the moment you walk in the front door, you’ll feel right at home. management/Tripadvisor The huge main room of the lodge overlooks the river....
Without a doubt, Alabama is a hiker’s paradise! The Yellowhammer State offers a variety of hiking trails for all skill levels. The most rewarding feature of any hike is, of course, its ending, whether the trail brings you to a waterfall, an archaeological site, or even a scenic overlook. One of Alabama’s most scenic overlooks is the Bald Rock Overlook. To learn how to reach this scenic overlook, take a look below....
With summer right around the corner, there will soon be plenty of opportunities to take a weekend away with the whole family. We have an adventure that is entirely family-friendly, that allows Floridians to enjoy open-air accommodations, s’mores around the campfire, and millions of stars dotting the night sky. It’s time to create new memories with this one-of-a-kind camping trip. Peace River Overnight Runs from Canoe Outpost are the ultimate summertime overnight adventure in Florida....
