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Do you love to discover Oklahoma’s hidden gems? If so, we have a little getaway restaurant that is surrounded by nature and offers magical views of rushing water, stunning mountains and beautiful backdrops in southwestern Oklahoma. Riverside Cafe in Medicine Park overlooks Medicine Creek and is a stone’s throw away from the majestic Wichita Mountains. This rustic restaurant is charming and the perfect place to go for a relaxing, delicious meal in small town Oklahoma....

Portlanders have plenty of choices when it comes to handmade ice cream, but this small handmade ice cream shop tops the bunch. Ruby Jewel is a local business around since 2004 that serves up some truly delicious ice cream for our collective enjoyment. Ruby Jewel has three locations: 3713 N Mississippi Avenue, 4703 SE Hawthorne Ave, and 428 SW 12th Ave. Ruby Jewel / Flickr All their stores are cute, bright and welcoming....

Venture to the UP just north of Menominee and you’ll come across a most unusual phenomenon. It’s a 360-foot long crack, about six and a half feet deep, and two feet across. It first appeared in 2010 when the ground shook and caused a massive booming sound. People at first thought it was an earthquake, but that is not the case at all. Have a look. Unexplained Crack in Upper Michigan/Facebook A Facebook group, known as Unexplained Crack in Upper Michigan, has been trying to make sense of the strange natural occurrence....

There are so many amazing farms and rural vistas here in Northern California, but there is nothing quite like this lavender farm. The views alone will take your breath away, and the restorative benefits of lavender and the incredible scent of this flower are nothing short of spectacular. The Mount Shasta Lavender Farm is located near the Oregon border and is definitely worth a visit. Mount Shasta Lavender Farms is open seasonally and by appointment....

Each year, towards the end of November, there is a little-known landscape that makes an appearance on Oahu’s north shore, only to disappear again just a few weeks later. This is the annual sunflower bloom at DuPont Pioneer, and it is an absolutely awe-inspiring sight, to say the least. Blue skies and sunflower fields might be more reminiscent of the American Midwest during summer than of the Hawaiian Islands, but our year-round growing season makes the islands ideal for various harvests, including sunflowers....

The Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming up (real quick!) in May, and it’s one of the most enjoyable experiences in Middle Tennessee. We did some hard digging on what you can expect – fun and wallet-wise – so that you can take a jaunt out to Franklin with us in tow. You ready for an adventure? Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival - Facebook The Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place in the Westhaven community area of Franklin, by the community lake....

If you’re looking for a haunted house that will truly knock your socks off, you’ll want to consider visiting the House of Shock. One of the most unique haunted attractions in the entire state, the House of Shock offers up thrills that are like no other. The House of Shock is a 25,000-square-foot haunted house that more than 350 volunteers and staff members operate. facebook.com/houseofshock It’s one of the most spooky attractions in all of Louisiana....

On August 21, millions of people across the U.S. will see a truly rare natural phenomenon: a total eclipse of the sun. During a solar eclipse, the Earth, moon, and sun are perfectly aligned, and the moon blocks the sun completely so all that is visible is the sun’s corona which causes the daytime sky to resemble twilight. Even though Nevada isn’t in the direct path of this awesome rare natural phenomenon, parts of the state will be able to see a partial solar eclipse....

Many outdoor activities can still be enjoyed in the Sooner State during the winter months. From hiking to fishing to horseback riding, you can find it all year round. One of the best places to go in Oklahoma for horseback riding is Arbuckle Trail Rides in Sulphur, Oklahoma. They offer year-round guided horseback riding through the Arbuckle Mountains and Chickasaw National Recreation Area for a magical experience unlike any other in Oklahoma....

Old fashioned restaurants may seem like a thing of the past, but you’ll still find many bustling with customers throughout Indiana. From old fashioned ice cream shoppes to incredible diners, old fashioned restaurants hold great memories for many Hoosiers. If you’re looking for a great old school eatery to visit, you’ll want to check out this nostalgic eatery with great hamburgers. Danny R./Yelp Workingman’s Friend is a historic eatery in Indianapolis that has been serving incredible food since 1918 (then called Belmont Lunch)....

Fall is upon us in Little Rhody! It’s time to dig out your favorite sweaters and get out there and enjoy the gorgeous changes in foliage, fun fall activities, and wonderful seasonal festivals. While there are dozens of great trails for fall hikes in Rhode Island, why not do something a little differently this year? The Blackstone Valley Fall Foliage Train Ride is a unique way to experience the fall like never before!...

As we get older and adulthood really bogs us down from time to time, there’s nothing like finding ways to reconnect with our inner child. A fun day at the park, playing with our own children, or even doing something mischievous and adventurous. While all of these sound like great, healthy options, you know another way to reconnect with your inner child (that’s allowed in adulthood) eating massive loads of candy....

Looking for ideas to plan an upcoming weekend escape? If a drive deep into the mountains sounds like your idea of fun, then you’ll want to check out this location in Crown King, just 85 miles north of Phoenix. Self-proclaimed as the oldest continuously operating saloon in Arizona, the Crown King Saloon has been serving this small town since 1906. Chanel Wheeler/Flickr Once located in the nearby Oro Belle, the saloon was disassembled and reconstructed in its current place....

Upon seeing the movie, “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory”, I think it became every kid’s dream to find themselves in a chocolate factory. Lucky for us, we have our very own chocolate factory in Missouri. It may not be Willy Wonka’s, but I’d dare to say that their chocolates are just as good, if not better. Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company first opened its doors in St. Louis in 1981. Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company/Facebook After years of candymaking apprenticeships, Dan Abel returned home to St....

Rhode Island is a unique place with very particular needs. From rapidly changing weather, to the social climate, navigating through life in the smallest state requires a few essential items and personality traits. Here are 11 things that are simply necessary for us all to survive in Rhode Island. A sense of humor Flickr/Marc Kjerland Rhode Islanders are some of the funniest people you’ll meet and being able to keep up with the humor is super important!...

How can I write this article in a way that does South Carolina justice? There’s no way I could get away with just saying that the ENTIRE state is a total photo-taking paradise and just call it a day (even though I wouldn’t be lying.) No, that just won’t do and doesn’t make for a very good article. So instead of that, here are 12 amazing places in South Carolina that will make you wish you owned your own darkroom!...

One of the best things about living in Iowa is the variety of weather. Every season, there’s something to enjoy, from sweet corn in summer to spring flowers to fall foliage to magical snow cover and, of course, the holiday season. There’s really nothing like the serene beauty of snow-covered landscapes in Iowa. Here are 12 majestic spots in Iowa that will make you feel like you’re at the North Pole....

Whether you want to move to the Lone Star State (who wouldn’t??) or just plan on visiting over the summer, there are a few necessary survival items and tips I should probably fill you in on before you come. Suncreen. Lots and lotsss of suncreen. Eliya/Flickr A hearty appetite. Trust me, everything is definitely bigger in Texas, including our food. .imelda/Flickr A motor vehicle of some sort. DiamondBack Truck Covers/Flickr We have over 70,000 miles of highways here....

If you’ve lived in Illinois for any reasonable amount of time, there are certain images you are sure to recognize. Here are 13 images that Illinoisians will recognize right away. The Chicago Skyline Nimesh Madhavan/Flickr Metropolis James Jordan/Flickr Cloudgate Jay Galvin/Flickr Navy Pier amateur photography/Flickr The Stanley Cup Derek Kaczmarczyk/Flickr Willis Tower Ben Grey/Flickr Starved Rock State Park Tom/Flickr Cahokia Mounds Steve Moses/Flickr Dana-Thomas House Mike Linksvayer/Flickr Portillo’s odonata98/Flickr Soldier Field JohnPickenPhoto/Flickr...

Portland is undoubtably a beautiful city. We have plenty of parks, rivers and green spaces that make our lovely city picturesque beyond belief. Here are 13 photos that show our city in all its amazing glory, and prove once and for all that we live in the most beautiful city in the Northwest. Mt. Hood is always watching over us in the city, majestically standing to the east for all to see....