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Every Hoosier knows Indiana has some of the best bakeshops in the country. No one knows how to create delicious, sugary treats quite like us. You’ve probably heard of many of the award winning bakeries, as well as some local legends, but there’s a tiny bakeshop in small town Indiana that you may not have heard of…and you’ll want to try it! Holli M./Yelp Heyerly’s Bakery can be found in the small town of Ossian in Wells County, Indiana....

Streams of chocolate and lines of confectionery goods as far as the eye can see will stick in your dreams long after you visit this marvelous chocolate factory. Your tour guide will lead you through the magic as you learn how all your favorite candies are made, and you’ll leave with the taste of heaven on your tongue. There is an amazing chocolate factory in Buffalo Grove giving magical tours of its facilities....

No doubt about it, Minnesota is at its most beautiful in the fall. Every city and town in Minnesota has something to offer to the season, whether it’s a fun corn maze or a spooky haunted house. In Taylors Falls, the best fall activity is by far a peak season scenic boat tour along the St. Croix River. Taylors Fall is one of Minnesota’s cutest river towns. It’s a great place year-round, but its location on the St....

Missouri is certainly not the first state you think of when looking to hit the beach this summer. However, we do have some great little beaches along our lakes and rivers. It’s pretty uncommon to find a sandy beach here in the Show Me State but this time we have two amazing sandy beaches to tell you about! Head to the west side of the state to Smithville, Missouri and find Smithville Lake....

If you lived in Florida in the 60s, 70s or 80s, you might have fond memories of one of the most impressive restaurants that ever existed. In its heyday, the Kapok Tree Inn was one of the top restaurants in the country, and real attraction in its own right. There were actually three locations (Clearwater, Davie, and Madeira Beach), but the Clearwater location was the most well-known. Greek and Roman-style statues, cascading waterfalls, magnificent fountains, grand chandeliers and exotic plants filled the restaurant’s 12 dining rooms and expansive gardens....

When you think of mines, Indiana isn’t the first place that typically comes to mind. While we have plenty of historical attractions, there are only a few coal mines throughout Indiana and no real gold or gem mines. However, there’s one historic attraction in the Hoosier state that’s been providing a fun gem mine experience for decades. Hoosier51/TripAdvisor The Metamora Gem Mine is a wonderful addition to the already historic and charming town of Metamora....

If you have been with us for a majority of our articles, then you’ve already heard about a few of the restaurants that we love and highly recommend, like The Secluded Restaurant In Georgia With The Most Magical Surrounding, for example. But there is a particular restaurant in Georgia that is worthy of being recognized as one of the most iconic in the state. Perhaps you’ve heard of it, perhaps you haven’t, but one thing is for sure–you’re about to have a mouthwatering experience like you’ve never imagined....

Did you know the center of the world is actually right here in Ohio? Well, kind of. Actually, Ohio is just home to a small community named Center of the World, which most people don’t know about. (Ohio is also home to a small community called Utopia. You can read all about it here.) So where exactly is this little town and why is it called Center of the World? Read on to find out:...

Ever seen a gorgeous boat floating down a river and wished you were on it? There are all kinds of fantastic day trips to take in the Beaver State, but one of the most magical is gliding down an Oregon river on a charming riverboat. Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in beautiful views aboard the legendary Portland Spirit: For an unforgettable excursion, take a cruise along the Willamette River on the lovely Portland Spirit....

Delightfully odd, wonderfully weird and charmingly wacky, we can guarantee that you have never been to a place quite like the Mansion on O and the O Street Museum Street in Washington DC. Unlike so many of the museums in DC where exhibits lay behind glass or behind velvet ropes, at the Mansion at O Street and the O Street Museums, guests are invited to touch, try and experience the creative process....

Very little of nature remains untouched by man. The unspoiled stretches of land that remain offer a spectacular glimpse into what life must have been like before civilization took over. We’re lucky to live in a state that has so many natural wonders and untouched places like these stunning bluffs in Pennsylvania that you really have to see to believe. Erie Bluffs State Park in Girard draws visitors because of the breathtaking beauty within....

Death, a morbid topic that almost always sends shivers down our spine. We’re still learning about what happens to our bodies afterwards. Forensic anthropology is a science that is still advancing day to day, and gruesome places like body farms are helping to further our knowledge on crime and decomposition. Unfamiliar with what a body farm is? If you haven’t already started piecing this ghastly puzzle together in your head, let us explain…...

Since 1961, Utahns from all over the state have visited the Christmas Village in Ogden. With its adorable cottages and sparkling lights, how can you not be enchanted by this charming little village? Ogden’s Christmas Village opened for the first time in 1961. It was originally just a small attraction. Ogden’s Christmas Village/Facebook Today, the Christmas Village is one of the most-visited Christmas attractions in the state. The village includes 70 cottages, tons of twinkle lights and nightly entertainment....

We’ve all heard the annoying comments from outsiders about how Texas is just a flat piece of desert, or a giant patch of grass, or a state full of uneducated rednecks. People can make fun of us or misjudge us all they want, but that doesn’t change our love for Texas, or the fact that we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. Non-Texans might underestimate us, but we don’t mind being underrated – it just makes our Texas pride even stronger....

Utahns aren’t afraid of a little snow, and there’s nothing we love more than outdoor recreation – even in the winter. This winter, try something a little bit different – take a horseback ride in the snow. Rocky Mountain Outfitters offers winter horseback riding at Soldier Hollow. Rocky Mountain Outfitters/Facebook Rides depart from the Soldier Hollow stable, located at 633 W. Soldier Hollow Drive in Midway. The Heber Valley is a gorgeous place for a horseback ride....

Hollywood can dream up some pretty fantastic scenery, but nothing that New Hampshire can’t match. These scenes from The Granite State would look great in any movie. We think it’s time Hollywood started looking out east. This view of the White Mountains over Chocorua Lake is simply amazing. Lisadonoghue/flickr This would fit perfectly into a movie about a small fishing town. InAweofGodsCreation/flickr Can’t you just see a romantic Hollywood kiss happening on that bridge?...

If you’ve been living in Louisiana for a while, there are some things that you might want to keep in mind. There are some things that you should probably stay on the look out for, because if you aren’t careful, these issues could sneak up on you. Here are some of the biggest risks living in Louisiana. Not being impressed by the local music. Flickr.com / Sharon We’re just spoiled down here....

Growing up in Ohio came with its own unique sort of perks and challenges as a kid. (We really can’t expect everyone to understand.) The following are 13 thoughts that we think nearly everyone has when growing up in Ohio. Anytime you rode your bike past the stop sign/house/street you were instructed not to go past: one sharp eye/Flickr “Mom will never even know!” After you were finally tall enough to ride “The Beast” at Kings Island: lisatozzi/Flickr “That was REALLY bumpy....

Do you know some folks are converting old churches into their homes now? Well, who can blame them with how beautiful these classic structures are? If they were on sale I’d probably try to snatch one up myself. But these lovely wonders are not on the market. Lucky for us, that doesn’t mean we can’t look! This church in Chester is everything you love about colonial architecture. Doug Kerr/Flickr The doors to the Church of St....

You may know that you love living in Nebraska, but do you know everything there is to know about the state? These bits of Nebraska trivia might be old news to you, or maybe you’ll find a gem or two you didn’t already know… The Sand Hills Are the Largest Grass-Covered Sand Dunes in the Western Hemisphere. Wikimedia Nebraska Was Bombed Twice by Friendly Fire in WWII. Wikimedia The little town of Tarnov was bombed on August 19, 1943 - but no one was injured....