When you think of ghost towns, your mind may wander to dusty areas in the wild west full of tumbleweeds. However, Maryland has a town that’s abandoned but eerily beautiful, especially during autumn. Read on to discover the town of Daniels and consider exploring it while fall foliage is at its peak. Patapsco Valley State Park has several areas worth exploring but the Daniels section just may be the most fascinating....
What do you think of when you picture Nebraska? We like to think of our home state as being rich with history, wholesome people, and beautiful sights. We picture strong communities, awesome outdoor activities, and plenty of locally-owned businesses. This sweet little town in the panhandle encompasses all of those things and more, and it may just be the most quintessentially Nebraskan town in the whole state. Kimball is the county seat of Kimball County and boasts a population of just under 2,500....
There are many historic small towns near Cincinnati that are perfect for an afternoon of strolling, learning, and experiencing. These destinations have worked hard to maintain their history and charm so that visitors can literally step back in time and experience a past life, firsthand. If you’ve ever visited Metamora, Indiana, then you know that it’s a town that has stood still with time, in the best way possible. It’s a short drive from Cincinnati, and it’s the only place nearby where you can ride a canal boat....
Picking a spot for lunch can be tough when New Mexico is home to so many awesome spots, but sometimes you want something out of the ordinary. Do you perhaps need to make a pharmacy run too? You read that right, this Albuquerque cafe is located in an old school pharmacy that transports you back into an era full of soda fountains and lunch counters. If you’ve ever suspected that ice cream is always the perfect medicine, this old-time shoppe is the place for you....
The best eats come in small packages, and this tiny pizza place in North Salem, Indiana proves it. Discover the best Italian dishes at this rustic and causal little restaurant. From authentic pastas to charming outdoor seating, this wonderful spot might just make you think you’re dining in Tuscany. Check it out: Perillo’s Pizza is a tiny local pizzeria that has been in business in central Indiana since 2011. Few people know about this wonderful restaurant as it is located in a small town in Washington County....
Many of us have taken the scenic cliff walk, visited the mansions, and enjoyed the beaches in Newport. But if you are looking for something a little offbeat to do while in this coastal Rhode Island city, take a short hike to Purgatory Chasm in neighboring Middletown. The natural wonder lies on the shores of Middletown, just a short drive from Newport. Take a brief 100 yard walk to reach this incredible sight....
Oregonians are pretty spoiled when it comes to great coffee; we have tons of local spots all around the state that offer up fresh-roasted beans and friendly service. Here’s a charming little coffee shop in Silverton. Don’t let its location fool you – this little shop may have once been a gas station, but now it serves some of the best coffee in the Beaver State! You don’t need to patronize a slick, trendy coffee shop with hipper-than-thou baristas to enjoy some of Oregon’s best coffee....
When you live in Southern California, heading to the beach isn’t exactly an out-of-the-ordinary experience. But no matter how many times we Southern Californians head to the ocean to recharge with a little sea and sand, it’s always one of our favorite ways to spend an afternoon. If your day at the beach needs a fun and new twist, here’s a memorable beach day road trip that will completely refresh you....
When you think of amazing culinary cities, you probably picture Paris, New York City, New Orleans, or Rome. Your mind might not immediately jump to Missouri, but it should. Travel + Leisure has named St. Louis as one of America’s best and brightest new cities for foodies. The Gateway City is attracting young chefs with big ideas about food, and restaurants across town are dreaming up with menus that delight locals and visitors alike....
North Dakota is known for its vast plains, river valleys, and rugged canyons of the badlands. What it isn’t so known for is towering mountains, but that’s not to say there aren’t any. If you’re looking for a place with a fantastic viewpoint that’ll make you feel like you’re on top of the world with just a short, easy hike, then this is the very spot for you: Sullys Hill National Game Preserve is a beautiful park located near Devils Lake, North Dakota....
Are your eyes turning red from too many games of Candy Crush Saga on your phone? It’s time to get out and the perfect way to do that is hit the road. This Rhode Island retro road trip will take you away from all the modern technology and land you firmly in the past when times were simpler but still tons of fun. Fasten your seat belt and get ready for a nostalgic trip full of adventure....
Cincinnati has been named one of the most walkable cities in the country, and if you’ve spent any time downtown recently, you’d likely agree, especially thanks to the beautiful walkway that runs along the river. Locals don’t often think of the Cincinnati Riverwalk as a hiking trail in our city, but that’s what it is, just on a paved path. It really is an officially planned out walk in Cincinnati and it’s one you’ll want to visit again and again....
From the best burger spots to a unique and special ice cream parlor, eating your way through New Hampshire is one of the most delicious things you can do! We love the places dripping with New England charm, but every so often it’s fun to take a trip outside of the norm. Today, we’re telling you about a great Italian restaurant in New Hampshire that’s as uniquely beautiful as it is delicious!...
You never really know what could be hiding underground. From amazing restaurants to abandoned subway systems, there’s a whole other world hiding beneath Ohio few people know about. The following are 8 incredible places you’ll find hiding underground in Ohio. See how many you knew about and which ones surprised you: Cincinnati’s abandoned subway Jonathan Warren/Wikimedia Commons Not many people are aware of the dark, lonely and long-forgotten subway beneath the streets of Cincinnati—the country’s longest abandoned subway system that never transported a single individual....
We are all familiar with the Claiborne Pell Bridge. It’s one of the most photographed landmarks in the Ocean State. The bridge is even featured on the Rhode Island state quarter. Planning began for the Narragansett Bay crossing in 1934, but the Newport Bridge construction did not begin until 1966. Let’s take a look at some of the amazing photos from that time. The Claiborne Pell Bridge, sometimes called the Pell Bridge or the Newport Bridge, is the longest suspension bridge in New England....
You can spend hours in line at the mall for a two-minute visit with Santa or you can take the whole family to visit one of these fantastic attractions in Connecticut. There are plenty of opportunities for seasonal events and outdoor adventures. Winter fun is around each and every corner in the Nutmeg State and here are a few ideas to get you started. Meet Santa’s helpers at the Greenwich Reindeer Festival....
They say you can always count on two things: death and taxes. In Wyoming, we add the wind to that list. If it’s not blowing, that’s only because nature is drawing in another breath to blow even harder the next time. If you’ve ever doubted the tenacity and power of the Wyoming wind, you should visit the vast basin near Laramie. Known as Big Hollow, it’s a huge depression in the earth where there didn’t use to be one....
A few months back, we told you about some incredible boating adventures you can take in Mississippi. And it looks like there’s another to add to that list – the Biloxi Groove Cruise. Take a look: This summer, in addition to offering charters to Ship Island, the company Ship Island Excursions will offer a sunset music cruise. Ship Island Excursions/Facebook Officially named the Biloxi Groove Cruise, the 2-hour cruise will set sail every Friday between June 29th and July 27th....
If you love TexMex, then this bright blue restaurant is probably already on your radar. If it’s not, you definitely need to plan a visit soon! Rudy Cisneros opened Cisco’s in 1948, when he transformed the family bakery into a dining establishment. Generations of the Cisneros family have run it ever since. Though it’s recently under new management, Cisco’s still offers the delicious TexMex that Austinites have loved over the years....
Picture this. It’s a sunny day with clear, blue skies. You’re soaring over a beautiful wilderness area that’s covered in what seems to be an endless landscape of tree-covered hills. The fresh Idaho air is flowing through your hair. Sounds pretty heavenly, right? You can experience it for yourself when you go on a zip line tour with Zip Idaho. This epic zip line takes you right over one of the most stunning regions in the Gem State, and you definitely haven’t experienced anything like it before....
