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We’re used to seeing motorboats, kayaks, and canoes on Nebraska’s waterways, but airboats are something that you usually associate with swamp tours in the south. A few companies in Nebraska offer this unique way to see Nebraska’s beautiful rivers. Bryson’s Airboat Tours, Fremont Facebook/Bryson’s Airboat Tours Facebook/Bryson’s AIrboat Tours Bryson’s Airboat Tours started out with a good deed: Bryson treated a cancer patient to a ride on his airboat. Word of mouth led other people to request their own airboat tours of the Platte River, and a business was born....

Located almost in the heart of Hana town, on the eastern coast of Maui, is one of the few red sand beaches in the world. The breathtaking Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach is one of the most incredible wonders you’ll see in your lifetime, and an absolute must-visit, as long as you are accustomed to navigating cliff edges with less-than-perfect footing. Striking red sand and a rugged shoreline meet the bright blue waves of the Pacific Ocean in one of the most incredible landscapes you’ll experience....

There’s a new cafe in South Carolina that’s one of the most unique in America – and it’s purr-fect! Located in Charleston’s historic district at 283 Meeting Street, Pounce Cat Cafe just may be the only one of its kind on the East coast. Their mantra is definitely one of kind as well: boozy beverages, tasty pastries and cuddly kitties you can adopt. Facebook/Pounce Cat Cafe Once you arrive you’ll agree: this is no ordinary eatery!...

Summer might be on its way out, but as Hoosiers gear up for what looks to be a humid, sticky August, the search for amazing swimming spots is on. While we’ve shown you some amazing lakes throughout the summer, we wanted to let you know about a few swimming spots that have some of the clearest water in the state. These lakes and rivers will help you cool down as summer heats up....

History comes to life at the unique Laurel attraction Landrum’s Homestead and Village. A replica of a standard 1800s settlement, the historically accurate village is made up of over 70 buildings and includes everything from a general store and schoolhouse to a trading post and shooting gallery. Believing it was important for his grandchildren to see how their ancestors lived, Thomas Landrum and his sons set out to build a replica of a late-1800s settlement....

One of the many great things about horseback riding is that it can be enjoyed year-round, as long as you dress right to stay warm. Take a trip to this rustic lodge in Black, Missouri for a perfect little winter retreat. Brushy Creek Lodge and Resort is located in the beautiful Mark Twain National Forest. Brushy Creek Lodge and Valley Springs Foxtrotters/Facebook The lodge includes horseback trails, wagon trains, hiking, a restaurant and more....

One of the biggest secrets about Wisconsin is that we know food. People across the country are becoming more aware that Wisconsin is a haven for foodies. But there is no need to drive across the state to get many of your favorites. In fact, there is a market where some of the very best food of Wisconsin is all under one roof. That place is the Milwaukee Public Market. It is situated in Milwaukee’s historic Third Ward....

Walking through Center City, Old City, South Philly, and other neighborhoods will leave you with an appreciation for the urban planners that have worked to include plenty of green space in Philadelphia. We’re lucky to have a city with plenty of parks, open squares, trees, and hidden gems to explore. Even though our city is pretty and green in plenty of spots, if you’re a real nature lover, you’ll want to head north, towards Chestnut Hill....

I recently came across an article about a new restaurant in California (or was it Colorado?) with wings so spicy that you needed to sign a waiver. The media was making a big deal about it, but New Jersey did it first. I’m sure the wings are wonderful at this trendy new West Coast restaurant, but no one does spicy quite like Cluck-U Chicken. The History Yelp/Sam F. Cluck-U got its start in New Brunswick, New Jersey in 1985....

Maryland has a lot of unique eateries in the state, some that are more well known than others. This cafe in Maryland is one that you’ll want to visit asap. Full of history, beauty, and delicious food, this little known cafe is a Maryland gem that you’ll want to put on your radar. To outsiders visiting Brunswick, this charming structure appears to be a church. Yelp / Arthur W While it did indeed used to be a church dating back to 1910, it’s now been transformed into a unique and remarkable cafe....

Have you ever wanted to live in a tree house? Do you dream about being far above the ground and up in the tops of the trees? Because you can in Rock Creek Park in Washington DC. The famous architect Travis Price who is best known for creating shipping container condos built a 3,500 square-foot house so that it does not touch the ground. It is a fantastical treetop floating house that you can own....

When James W. Marshall discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill in Coloma, California, on January 24, 1848, word spread quickly (especially for a time well before social media). Within a little over a year, a stream of people (the forty-niners) came rushing into California, not only via land but also sea. Many hastily left behind their modes of transportation in hopes of striking it rich. And, so, today, when you’re walking around the streets of San Francisco’s financial district, you may actually have an old buried ship right underneath your feet....

Everyone knows how beautiful Oregon is at eye level: emerald green forests, lush waterfalls, rolling hills, and ice-tipped mountains – but have you seen it from above? These majestic aerial photos will give you a whole new view of some of your favorite destinations in Oregon. Mighty Mount Jefferson Flickr/ Eric Prado The Willamette River in Newberg, Oregon Flickr/ Aaron Hockley Windmills near Wasco, Oregon Flickr/ Sam Beebe Majestic Mount Hood Flickr/ Eric Prado...

It’s fun for the people of Portland to have unique quirks and small (or big) traditions. We say “Keep Portland Weird” for a reason; we want to maintain originality. Here’s a list of fun facts to prove that we know how to do that: Portland was named on a coin toss. Flickr/Ian Ransley Had the coin landed on the other side we’d be living in Boston, OR. Portland is one of two cities in the US to have a dormant volcano within city limits....

Despite the lingering summer heat and humidity, it won’t be long before the sights, smells and tastes of autumn are here–and it won’t be long before they’re gone either. In less than two weeks, the delightful pumpkin-flavored season will officially be upon us. The following are 12 undeniable signs that fall is almost here in Ohio. The Buckeyes are now a prime conversation topic. Jagrap/Flickr Every once in a while (when it’s not a muggy 90-degree day,) there’s a glorious day of slightly cooler, non-humid weather with a breeze that borderline smells like fall and makes your heart skip a beat....

If you find yourself tired of the same old vacation activities and want to see or try something truly unique, you will surely be entertained at one of these Minnesota attractions. Be sure to bring your sense of adventure and your camera. Let’s go make some memories! Extreme Sandbox will provide amazing group fun. Make a reservation to learn some awesome skills and play in the real grown up sandbox. Extreme Sandbox...

As our bills and debt grow larger and our lives grow more stressful, many people are looking for ways to simplify their lives and save money. As a result, the tiny house movement has been spreading rapidly in recent years across the country. Tiny houses cost less to buy and maintain and use a lot less electricity than the standard houses we’re used to, and downsizing forces the owner to live with the bare necessities, and not much else....

Have you ever seen snowfall in New Orleans? Every now and then, it happens. In 2008, one of the biggest snowfalls happened in the city. You have to see these photos to believe it! On December 11, 2008, a snowstorm came to New Orleans. Flickr.com / Robert Douglass This was just four years after the epic snowfall on Christmas that gave New Orleanians a white Christmas for the first time ever....

Oklahoma isn’t home to many waterfalls, so when we find one tucked away that’s amazing…we get VERY excited. Located in the prairies of northeastern Oklahoma near Pawhuska is Lake Bluestem…home of Bluestem Falls. This waterfall is created by the Bluestem Lake Spillway as the water cascades over rocks, creating beautiful flowing falls. It’s a picture-perfect spot hiding away that you’ll want to check out. You’d never guess there’s a picturesque waterfall tucked away at Lake Bluestem....

If you have been (or have looked) outside at all in the last 24+ hours, you have probably noticed that we got a bit of snow here in the Denver area… welcome to Colorado, right? While having to drive around and/or get out to shovel in this snow maybe a bit of a headache, it doesn’t even begin to compare to the craziness that was the Denver blizzard of 1982:...