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Editor’s note: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that this festival is in Everett, MA. It’s actually in Everett, WA. We sincerely apologize for this error. Washington is really a lovely state to visit if you’re so inclined. Can you imagine anything more magical than a sea of flicking, glowing lanterns floating on the water? The towns of Everett and Seattle are hosting enchanting water festivals this year and they’re absolutely unmissable....

The holidays are all about spending time with your family and loved ones… and feasting on delicious Christmas cookies. At least, if you come from my house that’s true! If you’ve also got a sweet tooth, gather up your family for a road trip to track down the best Christmas cookies in Delaware. Get ready for the sweetest trip you’ll take this season! Google Maps Click HERE for an interactive map....

When’s the last time your camping trip scored you a year of free beer? Beer brand Busch is about to give away 365 days of free brews to six lucky national forest visitors. Here’s what you have to do to score. Starting the week of Sept. 25, Busch has hidden six special medallions in national forests across America. The medallions are tucked into trees. Busch’s Twitter account will be revealing clues to the locations of the medallions every hour until they are found....

It’s hard to beat the smell of mouthwatering bbq…especially Oklahoma barbecue! We’re lucky to have so many great places to choose from, and I found one more place to add to your list. There’s not much to this unassuming restaurant (besides the smell that will draw you in from a mile away), but the food will make your taste buds go crazy. Leo’s Barbecue is an iconic bbq spot that has been serving “real” barbecue since 1974....

We spend a lot of time telling you about all the wonderful hikes to be found here in Wisconsin, but hiking isn’t for everyone. That doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty Wisconsin has to offer. These spots are easy to access, with just a short distance from the parking lot giving you spectacular views. These spots don’t require special shoes, hiking, snacks or anything more than getting yourself there to enjoy them....

Sometimes the very best food is found in the unlikeliest of places. You wouldn’t expect stellar craft wine from a service station or mouthwatering desserts to be served up in a bank, but Wisconsin is wonderful about making the old new again and making sure to preserve some of the most interesting, unique and beautiful buildings by repurposing them. All across the state there are wonderful restaurants in places you’d least expect....

Oh, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, isn’t it? Here in Nashville we simply love the crisp bite in the air around the holiday season and the way the city lights up with true Christmas cheer. Our tiny towns are decked out in lights and evergreen regalia, and our artists are hard at work creating beautiful pieces for you to gift your loved ones, old and young. These five charming Christmas markets are hosted throughout Nashville this month, and they’re perfect if you’re looking for locally curated and made indulgences....

From Shreveport to Grand Isle, there are countless places peppered throughout the state that claim to be haunted. People travel from all over to stay at places like the Myrtles Plantation, known as the most haunted plantation in the country. However, there are several other spots around Louisiana that have paranormal pasts that are worth checking out. Do you believe in ghosts? Shreveport Municipal Auditorium Wikimedia/Michael Barera Elvis Presley, Hank Williams, and Johnny Cash are just a few of the famous names that have come through this treasured building, which first opened in 1929....

If you love everything tropical, these amazing parks, restaurants, and cruises will be right up your alley. Everyone loves these stunning pirate attractions where you’ll have a swashbuckling good time. Discover eight magical places in the state where imagination and fun abound. Scroll on for all the details. Pirate’s Cay Google/Frauke09 When it comes to pirate attractions, this indoor waterpark takes the cake. Guests enjoy a lazy river, water slides, and a dump bucket at this fabulous place....

People who live in Albuquerque are used the seasons changing and the tumbleweeds turning into snowmen, but for anyone else this might be a strange sight. New Mexico, and especially Albuquerque, aren’t known for mountains of snow in the winter. A local organization took the lack of snow into their own hands and started using a seemingly useless material and created a holiday tradition that we’ve all grown to know and love....

New Mexico is full of incredible hiking trails, caves to explore, and various places in nature that are full of rich history. This one hike inside the Bandelier National Monument embraces all three. Featuring a unique trail with bridges and canyons and mysterious ancient caves, all while being of a difficulty level that is doable for everyone and anyone, this trail is the epitome of beauty and wonder. This trail inside the Bandelier National Monument is almost too beautiful for words....

Start counting down! We’re rapidly approaching the unofficial end of summer. That means amusement parks, water parks, and countless other attractions will soon shutter until next spring. So, what are you waiting for? Now’s the perfect time to soak up the summer sunshine. And, you’ll find no better place to do that than at this magical Pennsylvania water park that boasts an epic lazy river. (Of course, you’ll find plenty of action-packed water attractions, too....

The hearts of our home, New York’s charming small towns can be found in every region of our state but not all of them are as well-preserved as others. Still as darling as it was when it was originally incorporated, there’s a small town out in Madison County that has so much to offer anyone who visits. From historic inns and restaurants to serene spots to hang out by the water, let’s dive into the amazing village of Cazenovia to see all that there is to explore....

Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Fortunately, Arizona has quite a few places to do just that! Some of the best places in Arizona are ones our ‘visitors’ don’t know about. When you want to get away for just a day, and then head back home at nightfall, you’ll want to check out these 10 hidden gems. But, if you’re wanting an overnight break (or longer!...

If you love learning about Illinois’ rich agricultural history, there’s a one-day event taking place in August that you don’t want to miss. This historic barn tour is a self-guided drive through DeKalb County you’re going to want to take. Enjoy unique barns, seas of fields, and iconic Midwest views on this incredible journey. Check it out: On August 11, 2018, the DeKalb County Barn Tour will take place in this wonderful northern Illinois county just outside Chicagoland....

You know one thing that can really help with jet lag? Exercise. You know what you probably don’t feel like doing right after you step off a 7-hour flight? That’s right – exercise. However, Delta Airlines has a plan to get you into that post-flight gym groove. The carrier has partnered with Equinox to offer free, limited-time sessions of “Sweatlag” classes. These are exercise sessions that are specifically tailored to help you get over that grouchy, sluggish feeling you have after switching time zones....

If you love animals, then you’ve probably already visited Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls. The 45-acre zoo is home to more than 1,000 animals from all over the globe, and it’s accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, which means that it’s dedicated to conservation and education. The next time you’re at the zoo, you might want to check out this unique opportunity to get up close and personal with one of its most popular animals....

Little River State Park is undoubtedly one of Vermont’s most popular spots for outdoor recreation. This park is also hiding the secret of a tragic past that involves the making of a ghost town that lies within the woods. Let’s turn back the clock to start our journey through this abandoned farming community that has become a thriving park. Long ago in the early 1800s, early settlers cleared the land in Riker Basin and along Cotton Brook....

Most of us know Frankenmuth as the home of endless Christmas cheer, Bavarian architecture, and delicious chicken dinners. There’s one lesser-known attraction in this delightful Michigan town, though, that’s sure to have you returning time and time again. Once you clock in here, you won’t want to leave. Frankenmuth Clock Company is located at 966 S Main St in Frankenmuth. Google Maps From the outside, this lovely destination pairs perfectly with its neighboring Bavarian-themed buildings....

Thanks to everyone who’s working hard over at Routesonline.com, we now know which carriers are the fastest growing so far in 2018. Looking at the first half of the year, the aviation network created a Top 10 list of carriers that are the fastest growing around the world. With only one American carrier to make the list, keep reading to find out which U.S. airline made its way into the top....