We grew up with a strong work ethic, so it’s no surprise that we take any project, assignment or job seriously. But, it’s not always hard work that makes us the best. Some people are just born with a natural ability to excel. From catching lobster to finding the best swimming holes, we have some special skills. Here are a few more things that we just do better than anyone else....
Sometimes, the most peaceful places can harbor the deadliest secrets. This video from YouTube channel “4021jack” takes us deep into a flooded quarry in Hunstville, Alabama to explore the surprising objects beneath the surface of this popular diving spot. Read on the learn the secret of the abandoned Alabama quarry, and don’t forget to check out the amazing footage below. Beneath the placid waters of this flooded quarry, there lies one of the most deadly objects ever created....
Some spots in Utah are so amazing that you could easily feel as though you’re dreaming while you’re there. Antelope Island is one example. Its beauty and diversity is so incredible, you might not want to wake up and go home. Antelope Island is 42 acres of beauty. Scott Law/flickr Drive, walk or ride your bike across the seven-mile causeway to access the island. Ryan Greenberg/flickr Check out the brine shrimp boats at the dock....
While we’re fortunate to be located near several impressive bodies of water, sometimes it’s nice to explore what the areas around us have to offer. A quick drive south will bring you to this impressive – yet underrated – lake near Buffalo that’s perfect to visit on a summer day. Let’s take a look! Chautauqua Lake is located in Chautauqua County - approximately 1.5 hours from the city of Buffalo....
The Orca Island Cabins offer an incredible outdoor experience with all the luxury required to make it “glamping.” But at this magical resort, you can actually get away from it all by kayaking to your private bungalow. The cabins are nothing short of an exclusive private island complete with everything you could ask for in comfort, style and amenities. You’ll never think of “cabins” or “camping” the same way again....
With abundant warm weather, a mountain excursion is even more possible and plausible. While many first think of exploring by hiking trails or a drive on the Blue Ridge, another fun way to see some of the most beautiful spots in the Smoky Mountains is hopping on board. Great Smokies Based in Bryson City, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad operates several different excursions throughout remote and scenic sections of the Smoky Mountains....
When you take facts and put them into perspective by comparing them to other things in the world, what you get can be pretty incredible! All of these facts about Georgia are almost unbelievable, yet true. The population of Georgia could fill Rhode Island 9.5 times over! wikipedia There are 10.1 million people in Georgia and only 1.055 million people in Rhode Island! Source Agriculture contributes $72.5 billion to Georgia’s economy each year....
Most of us grew up watching Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, wishing that the magical factory was real. We can keep our fingers crossed that it one day becomes a reality but in the meantime, you can certainly tour a chocolate factory in Maryland that’s just as delicious. Check out the following chocolatier that was named one of the ten best in the world by National Geographic! Bring your appetite....
Have you ever wondered which cities in Texas have the smartest people? In order to compile this list, we consulted areavibes.com and searched for cities with the best education with a population of 50,000 or more. See if your city made the list! Mansfield jeremiahjr/wikipedia High school graduation rate: 90%. Student to teacher ratio: 14:1. Sugar Land ed schipul/flickr High school graduation rate: 91%. Student to teacher ratio: 16:1. League City nsaum75/wikipedia High school graduation rate: 91%....
Summer means one thing for food lovers: BBQs. Grilling out and enjoying the sun and the heat is one of the simplest pleasures of the season. Of course, Indiana doesn’t just barbecue. Here, we have top notch BBQ festivals. While you might have thought all the good ones were behind us for the year, here’s a sneak peak at an amazing BBQ festival you won’t want to miss! Madison Ribberfest/Facebook...
Have you ever visited the site of systematic abuse so gut-wrenching that it was the subject of numerous high-profile court cases, documentaries, and endless media coverage in its heyday? Often the infrastructure that once housed atrocities is preserved and visited with reverence, in memory of those who suffered there. This is not the case with the Pennhurst State School and Hospital. Instead, it stands abandoned, beckoning to bored teenagers and ghost hunters alike....
White Clay Creek State Park might be Delaware’s best kept secret. It’s just steps away from the University of Delaware campus, yet many students don’t even know that it exists. The park extends into Pennsylvania and Maryland, and trails continue for miles and miles. Hiking through White Clay Creek can take you as long as you’d like, and once you’re through the most scenic parts of the trail, you’ll return to your car at the end of a long day feeling accomplished and excited about nature....
Celebrate the remaining days of summer at what is perhaps Pennsylvania’s most popular body of water, which also happens to boast some of the most pristine water in Pennsylvania. Whether you want to dip your feet in Lake Erie, off of Presque Isle State Park, or you want to go sailboating, you’re guaranteed a beautiful setting and clear, pristine water. Steal a glance at the pristine waters of Lake Erie as you trek over the sand toward the water....
This bar is kid-friendly and doesn’t require a designated driver…because it’s a MILKSHAKE bar! The retro atmosphere and unique, artisan shakes combine to create an experience you’ll never forget. If you aren’t drooling by the end of this article, I’d be severely concerned. As soon as you walk in, the checkered floors and old-fashioned counter will take you back to childhood. Yelp/Michelle F. You have the option to choose one of the shakes from the menu or build your own....
If you’ve ever experienced that moment where you become flooded with awkwardness as you take a selfie in public, feel uncomfortable no longer! This is the perfect place to visit to add the latest colorful shot to your social media feeds, and literally everyone who comes to visit Los Angeles’ newest attraction is here to take photos and selfies. An eye-catching set of structures, let us tell you about how these Pink Houses in Southern California came to be....
It’s every kid’s dream to travel back to the days when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Honestly, a lot of adults dream of living out Jurassic Park fantasies, too. At The Dinosaur Place in Montville, those dreams come as close to true as they’re going to get without a time machine. Along 1.5 miles of nature trails, you’ll encounter over 40 life-size dinosaurs. Here’s the Therizinosaurus, an herbivore with the longest claws of any animal known to man....
Who doesn’t love small town airports? Northern California has a ton, but we’re all about enjoying creature comforts while we sit and watch planes come and go. That’s why we love Nancy’s Airport Cafe in Willows. Nancy’s Airport Cafe is the perfect place to watch the planes come and go. People have even been known to fly into this airport just to grab a meal at this friendly restaurant. Yelp/ Frank R....
In the 1800s and early 1900s, Southern California was home to many booming mining towns that brought people here from all over the country who were on a quest to strike it rich or just searching for a job with a mining company that could help pay the bills. Here’s a rare look at SoCal during that time — it’s incredible to see how much has changed. If you tour some of SoCal’s former mining towns today, you’ll find a series of ghost towns that capture a slice of life from the past....
There are certain things that only West Virginians do. Do these things make us weird? Maybe. You be the judge. Here are some weird things that West Virginians do. We put cole slaw on our hot dogs. Steven Depolo/Flickr I thought this was totally normal (and it is delicious) until I found out people from other states don’t do this. The WVU fans among us sometimes shout a “Let’s Go…” at random places and wait for someone to reply with “Mountaineers!...
We’re pretty serious here in Oklahoma when it comes to the things we won’t give up. Whether it be our die-hard devotion to college football or our love for food, these 13 things Oklahomans just can’t live without: College Football OklahomaFootball/Football Mouthwatering Barbecue Gene Han/Flickr Air Conditioning Dayna/Flickr Oklahoma’s Blue & Gold Sausage blueandgoldsausage/Facebook Mosquito Repellant Morag Riddell?Flickr Oklahoma City Thunder Erick Drost/Flickr Quiktrip Quiktrip/Facebook Sonic Cherry Limeade and Tater Tots Bob B....
