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There’s no denying that Alabama is the perfect place for anyone who loves the outdoors. From hiking and camping, to fishing and hunting, there’s a variety of outdoor activities in Alabama for people of all ages. A small town in Alabama that offers several outdoor activities and lots of beautiful scenery is Mentone. To learn all about Mentone, including why it’s a nature lover’s dream, read on. Mentone is located in DeKalb County, Alabama and has less than 500 residents, which makes it one of the state’s smallest towns....

Mississippi is home to some great ice cream shops, but there’s only one that’s among the country’s oldest – and it’s Borroum’s Drug Store and Soda Fountain. The Corinth shop has been in business since the 1800s…and for good reason. Visit today, and you’ll find a charming retro soda fountain that serves up delicious desserts and great grub. Take a look: Borroum’s is located in Corinth, right across from the Alcorn County Courthouse....

Every small town should have a great, independent book shop. For Yarmouth Port, that place is Parnassus Book Service. Family-owned and operated since 1956, this beautiful book store sells everything from beach reads to the classics. What’s even cooler? They have outdoor bookshelves that operate on a truly retro honor system. Keep scrolling to find out more. Parnassus Book Service is everything a small town book shop should be. Google/Google Maps...

You might have known that the Edgar Allan Poe museum is located in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Yet fewer people realize there’s a delightfully dark Poe-themed restaurant nearby. Poe’s Pub is an Irish tavern in Church Hill with a moody twist. An ode to the poet, this restaurant features clever menu items and decor that you’ll love. Poe’s Pub & Eatery is a beloved establishment in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Fittingly, it’s within walking distance from the Edgar Allan Poe Museum, meaning you could easily enjoy an entire Poe-themed day....

Go just about anywhere in Nebraska, from farmland to ranchland and everywhere in between – and you’ll see windmills standing tall. They’re part of our shared history and our state’s identity, and for those of us who grew up around them, they’re sweet pieces of nostalgia. There’s one place that honors that history with a huge display of old windmills. The Second Wind Ranch is located in a scenic canyon just north of Comstock....

Are you itching to get out of the house for a day or three? For any Kansan who is in need of a vacation, staying a while at these amazing bed and breakfasts is the way to be. For that reason, we’ve put together a list of some of Kansas’ best inns, and we’re sharing that list with everyone. Have you spent a night in any of these versions of paradise?...

Snow is behind us and the temperatures have been climbing slowly to lead the way into more tolerable weather. Now that the grass is starting to turn green and the songs of birds are in the air, you may be longing for a springtime outing. Here are the best places to visit this spring in Rhode Island, so start marking your calendar and making your plans. Wicked Tulips Flower Farm, Johnston Facebook/Wicked Tulips Flower Farm Wicked Tulips Flower Farm is the largest u-pick tulip field in New England....

When you have a craving for tender, delicious beef that demands only the best, head to this little-known Massachusetts eatery. Housed inside an actual barn, The Beef Barn in Bellingham is a delicious spot that’s heavy on flavor but easy on your wallet. Keep scrolling to find out more about this Grade-A steak and beef restaurant. The Beef Barn is a secret haven for meat-lovers across Massachusetts. TripAdvisor/ Paul H. Brookes...

We hate to break it to you, warm weather lovers, but we’ve officially reached the time of year where curling up by a fireplace will seem preferable to spending entire weekends in the great outdoors. But if you’re a nature lover, you can have the best of both worlds by staying at a cozy resort like Sun Mountain Lodge. The Sun Mountain Lodge is located in Washington’s old West-style town, Winthrop....

If you love dessert, then cheesecake might be a favorite. But did you know that not all cheesecake is made for dessert? Check out this restaurant in Astoria, where you’ll find a unique menu item that’s absolutely divine. You’ll find Bridgewater Bistro right on the Columbia River, beneath the Astoria-Megler Bridge. The address of the restaurant is 20 Basin St., Astoria, OR 97103. carliewired/Tripadvisor From the moment you walk in the door, you’ll fall in love with this gorgeous restaurant....

There’s nothing like Grandma’s cooking! From her home-cooked meals to her made-from-scratch desserts, it doesn’t get any better. Alabama is home to several restaurants with food so good it’ll remind you of Grandma’s cooking, including the nine listed below. How many of these restaurants have you eaten at? Martin’s Restaurant - Montgomery Google/C Anderson Google/Benjamin Brown Martin’s Restaurant has been open since the 1930s and is a Montgomery staple. This family owned and operated “meat and three” restaurant is best known for its fried chicken....

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…”…got that little ditty in your head now? Sure, the holidays mean plenty of magical moments. But, the days leading up to the holidays can take a toll on us. Even with joyful carols playing in the background, we can certainly become frazzled at all we have to do – from holiday baking to shopping for gifts. Give yourself the perfect holiday gift this year: a few hours off to sip wine and admire the snow-capped (if we’re lucky) landscape as it rolls by on this holiday wine-tasting train ride in Pennsylvania....

Indiana’s most underrated museum is actually one the most historic in the state. The oldest history museum is in South Bend, and it is full of exhibits that preserve both local and national interests. Whether you love architecture, vintage decor, or antiques, this museum will have something for you to enjoy. Check it out: Simply named The History Museum, this magnificent center for discovery and learning has been preserving Indiana’s past since 1867....

New Hampshire is a state that likes to go its own way. And sometimes, that means our traditions are a little bit…unusual. One in particular is coming up soon, and it’s a day that you absolutely won’t want to miss. We warned you this was quirky! Each year on Memorial Day Weekend, the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the Wildquack Duck Race, which is just what it sounds like – a massive rubber duck race down the river....

Life in Cleveland can make you feel on top of the world. When you’re standing at the highest points of local parks, it certainly feels like you are indeed looking down upon the world around you. The loveliest overlooks are often found in our surrounding sandstone and shale cliffs, but this one gorgeous overlook in Bedford Reservation comes with a stunning waterfall. Pack some bug spray and sunscreen, because this lovely destination will have you craving time outdoors....

We’re spoiled by an abundance of beautiful lakes in Montana, and that’s not a bad thing. But while the giants like Flathead Lake and Lake McDonald captivate our attention, it’s easy to forget about those hidden gems that hire a hike to reach. Sioux Charley Lake is one of those treasures, and it’s well worth the trek. Sioux Charley Lake is located in the Custer National Forest near Nye. Gerald Oyon Oyon / alltrails....

It’s not every day that you can find vintage candy still being churned out the old fashioned way. But, if you’re going to find something special in America there’s a good chance it’s going to be in New Hampshire. Each year as the holidays get close, people head to this candy store in Weirs Beach where ribbon candy is still made by hand…as long as the weather cooperates! It’s not easy to find ribbon candy and it’s even harder to find it being made by hand using one of the oldest machines in America....

There is a lot to love about the Show Me State. We have stunning parks, beautiful lakes, all four seasons, and so much to see and do. However, there are some things in Missouri that we’d all like to avoid. Here are a few less than pleasant things that top our list. Tornadoes Cameron Nixon/Wikimedia Tornadoes can be incredibly destructive and sometimes even deadly. Some of the worst tornadoes in American history have torn through Missouri....

Clevelanders have a great sense of humor and we love to poke fun at the place we call home. Sure, those burning river and “mistake on the lake” jokes will always merit something of a chuckle (and likely a dirty look), but they’ve gone stale. The Land is full of laughable jokes waiting to be written! Let’s see if you’ve heard any of these Cleveland-centric jokes: Where should Clevelanders go during a tornado warning, just to be on the safe side?...

Every year a special holiday train chugs through Canada and many northern states on its way to spread Christmas cheer, and North Dakota is one of them. It’s amazing just to see it pass by, but luckily for us here in ND you can also catch it at six different towns that it stops in for fun events. Bundle up and bring the whole family when this train comes into town, because you don’t want to miss it....