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Did you know Louisiana once had a resort island? Over a century ago, Last Island was a popular destination to vacation to. Let’s find out a little more about this interesting chapter in Louisiana’s past. Last Island, or Isle Derniere, was the last barrier island along the Louisiana coast. In the 1800s, it was known for its white sandy beaches, clear waters, and gulf breezes. CWPPRW/flickr It was the perfect oasis to escape the heat and the mosquitoes that would plague Louisiana in the summer....

Do you love American history, but you can’t exactly afford a trip to Washington right now? If you’re a history buff, there’s a little-known attraction in Central Florida that you probably never heard of but need to check out. The Presidents Hall of Fame in Clermont (previously the House of Presidents) is a small but impressive museum devoted to all things Presidential. TripAdvisor/Bill D Here you will find wax figures, miniatures and artifacts that bring American history to life....

Local, independent toy stores are sadly becoming uncommon these days. Luckily, North Dakota does have a few of these rare gems that will elicit a feeling of nostalgia in most any adult. Plus, of course, the kids love it, too! There is one particular toy store in our state that can easily make anyone feel like a kid again. Stop by this place to delight everyone in the family: Nature’s Nook is a toy store in the Magic City - Minot, ND....

With summer winding down, it’s only natural to start planning for the (not so) cooler months ahead. Sure, fall might be hiding out until October, but many of us are already in the mindset to make the most of the season including planning trips and outings and also embracing ‘festival season’ including apples, kites, and of course, seafood. Each year the Crystal Coast sees an influx of tourists and seafood lovers for the annual North Carolina Seafood Festival....

There’s something to be said about getting away from it all but still having access to all the comforts of home and then some. At this remote hotel in Grand Teton National Park, you can commune with nature during the day, enjoy a 5-course meal for dinner and slip into a cozy, comfy bed at night. One of the world’s most remote hotels is right here in Wyoming. Grand Teton Lodge Company Nature and luxury don’t often go hand-in-hand but you can experience both at this lodge in Grand Teton National Park....

Waterfalls are so mesmerizing, no matter how big or small they are. New Hampshire is full of gorgeous waterfalls tucked throughout the White Mountains. Some are well known and others are hidden away. Thompson Falls in Jackson isn’t the most popular, but once you visit this epic waterfall in New Hampshire, you’ll wonder why not. The truth is that for a long time, the falls remained a well-guarded secret. Wildcat Mountain/facebook Thompson Falls is only about a mile’s hike from the base of Wildcat Mountain ski area....

When you go to a restaurant, you’re looking for great food, or maybe even just a night where you don’t have to cook. However, the experience is so much more special if you can make your dining a real destination – taking in great views, beautiful surrounding and, of course, scrumptious food. The Grove at Woodbound Inn in Rindge New Hampshire will feed your body and soul, with good food served in the most unforgettable setting....

Granite was once a big industry in Vermont, and Barre was (and still is) known as the Granite City of Vermont. While most people enjoy the quarries here as gorgeous and natural swimming holes, taking a kayak through an abandoned quarry will give you a whole new way to appreciate the fascinating sights. Let’s take a look this peaceful way to see these granite wonders like never before. They are so out of this world, they really must be seen to believed....

New Hampshire has many charming small towns. Berlin, nestled just north of the white mountains, started as a logging town and is now a charming rustic gateway to some of New Hampshire’s most beautiful areas. Maurice Huang/flickr The town is, and has always been, built along the river. The Androscoggin river runs through town, dropping 300 feet in elevation in a series of dams throughout Berlin. Today, the river is a beautiful area to look at, but during Berlin’s heyday the river was an essential business tool....

Summer is the time to get out and enjoy all the Mississippi’s great outdoors has to offer, and there’s no better way to bask in nature than by hiking. Here’s a trail that’s definitely worth exploring! The Tuxachanie Trail stretches through some of Mississippi’s most beautiful wilderness. Noah Bourdeu/AllTrails You’ll meander nearly 13 miles through the DeSoto National Forest. John Wenzelburger/flickr Find trailhead at Saucier, Airey Lake Recreation Area and the P....

Nearly everyone has a bucket list these days, and although every persons is quite different, they also share some similarities. For example, most people long to sip margaritas on a tropical island. Another common item found on bucket lists is venturing on a safari. Believe it or not, you can cross that item off your list right here in the Old Line State. Yes, really. Read on to discover more about this little known and awesome activity in Maryland....

New Hampshire is know for its mountains and its lakes, but we think of them as separate, with the Lakes Region being south of the mountains. However, there is one place in New Hampshire where the lakes and the mountains come together in a dramatic fashion, forming a perfect piece of paradise. This little slice of paradise in New Hampshire is demanding your attention. Sean Munson/flickr Lakes of the Clouds in Sargent’s Purchase are a series of lakes and ponds nestled between Mount Washington and Mount Monroe, 5,032 feet above sea level....

Even more than a century after the Wright brothers flew the first successful airplane, people are still intrigued at watching them fly into the sky. There’s something fascinating about watching a massive, multi-ton contraption glide into the air and back down with the apparent ease of a svelte bird. If you enjoy watching planes take off and land, then we know of the perfect restaurant for you to visit! This is Crosswinds Restaurant, a family-owned eatery located on the north side of Payson with the most convenient location....

I love Ohio. I grew up here and have lived here my entire life. One of the reasons I’ve always liked it so much is because it feels wholesome. It truly is the heart of the United States and, in my ways, represents the country as a whole. But sometimes I feel like things have changed – at least in some areas. What I’m referring to is the growing drug problem....

Montana is called the Treasure State because of its beautifully rich mineral reserves. When you visit the charming town of Philipsburg, you can take matters into your own hands and mine your own sapphires. And if you’ve ever seen a Montana sapphire, you know just how special they are. Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine is the oldest of its kind in Montana. Middlekid54 / TripAdvisor The mine is located 22 miles west of Philipsburg in the appropriately named Sapphire Mountains....

Austin is filled with local restaurants that will rock your world, but there are specific dishes that you absolutely have to eat before you die. Think we’re being a bit dramatic? Well, when you’re finished with this list, let us know how your belly feels about you not giving these places a try yet. Lucy’s Fried Chicken Flickr/fiat.luxury Flickr/kjoyner666 You’ve had deviled eggs, but have you had deep-fried deviled eggs? Get some!...

Colorado is a gorgeous state full of colorful nature, abundant wildlife and purple mountain majesties — that being said, it’s no wonder that one of the most iconic songs ever written about America (“America, the Beautiful“) was actually penned right here in the Centennial State! Need a little inspiration in your life? Check out these 15 epic mountain views that are sure to drop your jaw. 1.) Maroon Bells Flickr/John Fowler...

Warm, gooey apple filling. Crisp, flaky, butter crust. The steamy aroma of cinnamon and cloves. For those of us who grew up in the Northern California countryside, nothing says home baked like a seasonal apple pie in the heart of harvest time. Luckily for us, there are dozens of apple farms and orchards with their own pie shops throughout the state. These places use recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation to make that delicious homemade treat just like mom used to....

Idaho is so stunningly beautiful during the day that it’s almost hard to imagine there could be anything more beautiful. But then night falls, and Idaho surprises us by being gorgeous even in the dark. These nighttime photographs all show off just how lovely Idaho is 24 hours a day. This old, graffiti-covered military vehicle takes on a spooky glow in this long-exposure shot. flickr/silent7seven Our stars are just so much better and brighter here than anywhere else, don’t you think?...

It’s not too often you get to experience history – literally walk through it and see it the way it was 200 years ago. Laurel Valley Plantation offers a chance to step into the history books, with over fifty structures untouched since they were originally built, Laurel Valley Plantation is an amazing historical site everyone should visit. Laurel Valley Sugar Plantation was originally owned by Joseph Tucker, who bought more than 50,000 acres along beautiful Bayou Lafourche in the early 1800s....