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We love a good hidden secret seaside town. You know the ones…minimal takeover from tourists, the ever-present charm that hasn’t subsided, and the quietness that only a small beach town could provide. We have the perfect place in Florida if you’re looking for a simply getaway that serves up some serious ocean. Located on Florida’s Forgotten Coast, Mexico Beach, Florida is the charming seaside town that remains a hidden gem for many....

For many Kansans, certain years are marked with a natural disaster that affected a good portion of the state. Though it’s safe to say you weren’t alive for this event, the flood of 1903 should never be forgotten. There were many floods in this area, but the one that hit Topeka that year was by far the worst of them all. Let’s take a look back through history and remember what happened that day....

The Hawaiian Islands are home to countless incredible restaurants, many of which pride themselves on utilizing local produce whenever possible. This unique Kauai eatery takes it a step further, though. Creating unique dishes based on what’s fresh at the local farmers’ market, and using as many Hawaiian-made products as humanly possible, you’ll want to eat like a local at this laid-back Kauai restaurant the next chance you get. Welcome to The Local Kauai, a charming bar and grill nestled in an under the radar corner storefront in Kapa’a....

It wouldn’t be summer without festivals, and luckily, there are almost too many to choose from here in Texas. Whether you want to spend a weekend chowing down on some of the state’s best barbecue, watching calf roping and bull riding, or listening to some old-fashioned blues music, there’s a celebration for nearly everything in the Lone Star State – and we wouldn’t have it any other way. The following are 11 unique, fun-filled festivals taking place over the next month or so that promise to be a fun time for the whole family:...

Warm weather means that it’s time to get off the couch and out into the fresh air. Spring also heralds one of my favorite things…patio dining. There’s nothing like enjoying a meal surrounded by Utah’s beautiful scenery, right? Take a look at these 12 restaurants that provide some gorgeous patio dining. Bearclaw Supper Club, Sundance Sundance Resort Sundance Resort You’ll want to get your tickets early for Bearclaw Supper Club, a special event held a few times during the summer at Sundance....

Winter in Virginia might mean brutally cold temperatures and less-than-ideal weather, but it also means the promise of snow and just a hint of magic in the air. That’s certainly the case in a charming small town like Abingdon. This southwestern community looks like a gingerbread village come to life during the winter. Under a blanket of snow, the charming storefronts and surrounding landscape totally transform into a dazzling wintery spectacle....

So, we don’t live at the ocean’s edge. That doesn’t mean we can’t embrace that carefree feeling that only comes from a day at the beach, right? Fortunately, we’re within pretty easy driving distance of several picturesque beaches, nestled in PA’s state parks. And, even when we don’t feel like driving, we can just head to this beach-themed restaurant in Pittsburgh to sip on frozen cocktails, nibble on island-themed entrees, and admire the tropical decor....

What makes a campground in Ohio stand out to you? Is it the surrounding landscape? Being near a body of water? The amenities? Here in Ohio, there’s a family fun campground that has a little bit of everything. From the Amish Country setting to the endless activities, Baylor Beach Park in Navarre is a truly unique campsite with plenty to do. When you visit, you feel like you’re uncovering one of Ohio’s best-kept secrets....

Just because a restaurant is tiny, it doesn’t automatically earn “hole-in-the-wall” status. The exact opposite is true when it comes to birch, a small restaurant that seats only 18 diners. This Rhode Island eatery is more of an upscale spot that treats diners to a unique culinary journey. Located on Washington Street in our beautiful city of Providence, the birch restaurant is a small gem that has limited seating and an ever-changing menu....

It would be hard to choose just one thing that Oregon does to perfection, but cheese would definitely be on the list. If you love cheese, you’re basically in cheese heaven here. There’s a charming shop that offers delicious cheeses from all over the world, and they’ll make you the tastiest grilled cheese sandwich ever… but while you’re there, you’ll definitely want to visit the petting zoo, too! Blue Heron French Cheese Company is a family-owned shop that’s been offering delicious cheese, wine, and deli in Tillamook for more than 37 years....

When it comes to uncovering unique little donut shops, you’ll find that some of the best places to visit are on the West Coast. Located right in Los Angeles County, this California eatery creates amazing donuts that have been taking over social media with their whimsical and flashy aesthetic. Time to charge up your phones, because you’re going to want to capture what these amazing treats look like before you dive into them!...

For years, New York was home to the country’s oldest toy store yet sadly that all changed nearly four years ago when we had to say goodbye to our beloved FAO Schwarz. Following through on their word to make their way back to us, our state’s largest toy store has once again re-opened just in time for the holidays and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Find out what’s in store at FAO Schwarz’s newest location....

The Hawaiian Islands are known across the planet for our incredible beaches and nearly 750 miles of gorgeous coastline, but most people don’t associate the Aloha State with sprawling forests. And while all of our incredible forests are enchanting, there is one ancient forest nestled on Hawaii Island that looks as though it was ripped from the pages of your favorite fairytale. This is the Kalopa Native Forest State Park & Recreation Area, and it is undoubtedly worth a visit if you find yourself on the Big Island’s Hamakua Coast near Honoka’a....

Inspired by the fact that we’ve still had a few nice days in between some of these cooler temperatures, we wanted to see just how long we could extend the beach season here in New Hampshire. Turns out…not very long. As much as we are loathe to admit it, summer really is long gone. But, the good news is that this is one of the best state’s to be for fall and winter....

If you live in or visit Sioux Falls, you’re lucky to have several wonderful parks to explore. There’s one that has lots of attractive features…including some that are 1,600 years old. Sherman Park is a beautiful park that offers playgrounds, gardens, ice rink, soccer fields and softball diamonds, but you might not know that there’s a 1,600-year-old-secret hiding right in plain sight here. City of Sioux Falls The park is located at 2705 W....

Some places in West Virginia are almost expected to be haunted – an abandoned insane asylum, sure; an old cemetery, definitely – but a place of fun and joy that’s become dark and creepy inspires an ironic fear that is hard to shake. This is Lake Shawnee Amusement Park and its bloody history… Flickr/Forsaken Fotos In the town of Rock, there sits an amusement park. Not an active park, but one that has been claimed by the weeds....

It’s hard to say for sure which of Nebraska’s many historic cemeteries is the most haunted, but this one is certainly at the top of the list. It is the final resting place of many of Nebraska’s early residents, and many people say there are spirits here that never found their eternal rest. Prospect Hill Cemetery in Omaha dates all the way back to 1858. Within its walls are some 15,000 early Omahans....

Halloween is right around the corner and there’s no better thing to get you in the mood than a creepy ghost tour. Local legends, lore, and spirits galore are waiting on this riveting walk in Burlington, Vermont. TripAdvisor/management Queen CIty Ghostwalk is the original haunted historical tour of Vermont. Stroll the streets of Burlington on this frightful history lesson that will send shivers down your spine. Choose from three different ghostly tours currently being offered, tickets for each experience are $20 each....

There’s so much to discover in Oklahoma and one of the best ways to explore its beauty is through hiking. I don’t know about you, but I love exploring caves. There’s only a few areas in the state that have caves with hiking trails to leading to them, and one of them is in Robbers Cave State Park – a gorgeous landscape filled with beauty and mystery. Check it out below:...

Hear ye! Hear ye! Sometimes we all deserve to be treated like royalty. And, when you dine at this castle restaurant near Pittsburgh, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported back to the era of Shakespeare. Walk through a grand entrance then sit down to a simply scrumptious meal – as you’re treated like royalty – at Shakespeare’s Restaurant and Pub. Nestled on the sprawling grounds of Olde Stonewall Golf Club, Shakespeare’s Restaurant & Pub first opened its doors in late 1999....