Maine is full of wonderful little gems. Make your way into any small town and you’ll likely find any number of small, local restaurants and shops that offer up something special. And, like any good Mainer, you’ll want to keep these to yourself to make sure nobody finds our your secret! While we can understand that, we’ve to share this one. After all, it’s probably not a secret to midcoasters with a hankering for something sweet....
If you look up the Burgundy Hotel on Yelp, you’ll see that a great many people write incredibly glowing reviews about it, which speaks highly of its quality. You see, the people most likely to write reviews online are those who have had a bad experience. The reviews of the Burgundy Hotel, however, are so overwhelmingly positive that they’re very nearly unanimous. As Yelpers and Facebook users will be glad to tell you, the Burgundy Hotel is well worth a stay....
We technically still have a few more weeks of summer, so at this point you’re probably more worried about maximizing your remaining beach time than about digging out your winter tires. As much as we grumble about summer ending, many of us secretly love winter – so you’ll want to pay attention to the newest predictions from the Old Farmer’s Almanac. If you’re a snow lover, you’ll be in luck this year....
Travel just about anywhere across Pennsylvania and you’re likely to spot an outdoor market brimming with fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and community activity. But, one quaint outdoor market in Scranton, Pennsylvania has a unique quality that has helped it remain a community staple since 1939. The Co-Op Farmers Market in Scranton first debuted on August 1, 1939 as a small open-air market and gradually grew in size and popularity....
You seem stressed. Is it this unpredictable weather? The fact that you had several recent 3-day weekends with no more in sight? Or is it just your job in general? No matter the reason, I have the perfect way to de-stress, which involves—believe it or not—a whole lot of salt: Welcome to the 5 Star Salt Caves; a beautiful day spa built around a man-made Himalayan rock salt cave! 5 Star Salt Caves Facebook...
Antlers Restaurant and Bar has been a local Lafayette favorite for almost a century. Delicious food, great people, and great music are what keep the locals coming back year after year. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this place so special. Located in the historic downtown area of Lafayette, Antlers has been around since 1921. Antlers/Facebook It’s the oldest bar in Lafayette. antlersdowntown.com While it started off as just a bar, over the years there have been renovations and changes....
If you’re looking for your new favorite ice cream shop, this is it. Crescent Ridge in Sharon, Massachusetts is churns out award-winning ice cream in an utterly enchanting farm setting. The green pastures and lovable animals will charm you, but your first bite of their creamy, rich ice cream will knock you off your feet. Read on to learn more about this tiny but show-stopping ice cream spot. Crescent Ridge in Sharon is tiny country ice cream shop, but it’s nationally acclaimed....
You won’t believe your eyes when you see how bright, blue, and beautiful this lake in South Dakota is. The amazing color and pristine conditions of the lake make it quite the stunning sight to see, and if you haven’t been there yet then add it on to your bucket list ASAP! This lake is actually a reservoir created as a result of the Pactola Dam, which is where it got its name – Pactola Lake....
This rocking horse graveyard might be one of the weirdest spots in country. Also known as “Ponyhenge,” this bizarre arrangement of abandoned toy horses in Lincoln, Massachusetts is shrouded in mystery. Read on to learn more about this strange place, and be sure to watch the exploration video by YouTube channel “Exploring With John.” Nobody knows how this strange ring of horses got here, but one thing is certain: it’s getting bigger....
Welcome to South Carolina’s tallest restaurant, a one-of-a-kind eatery that not only lets you dine among the clouds but also offers 360-degree views from every table. Wait. Every table? You bet. Top of Carolina is located on the top floor the Capstone House on the USC Campus in Columbia. Google Maps [streetview] Being on the 18th floor is extraordinary enough, but this restaurant offers another very unique feature: it rotates!...
Many don’t know that once upon a time, the beautiful towns of St. Peter and St. Paul were both considered as an option for MN’s state capital. In 1857, before Minnesota was a state, Joseph Rolette, a politician, holed up in a hotel in the Twin Cities with the bill that, if it had been signed by territorial governor Willis Gorman, would have relocated the capital. Today the town is home to Gustavus Adolphus College, and is still one of the most scenic places to visit in the entire state....
On those steamy, summer days when it’s too hot to cook, it’s the perfect time for pizza. There’s nothing like a gooey, cheesy pizza, and this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Clarksburg serves up some of the best pizza in the state. Take a look! You’ll find Vito’s Pizza and Restaurant at 104 Park Blvd., in Clarksburg. This little hole-in-the-wall spot has been serving up delicious, authentic pizza pies for years....
When it comes to antiques, there’s often a good amount of time you’ll spend looking around and finding the perfect pieces. However, this can be hard, because they either don’t have what you want, or not enough of them. This antique mall in particular is huge, if you consider their two locations and the massive space shared between them. It really could take all weekend to sift through everything! Take a look....
Hiking can be fun any time of year but in the summer, hiking in Wyoming has an extra payoff. The meadows and mountain trails all over the state are awash with the vibrant colors of wildflowers mid-May through September. The area around the Big Horn Basin and Shoshone National Forest is an excellent place to take a hike and take in the breathtaking beauty of Wyoming’s wildflowers. The Pat O’Hara Mountain Trail is carpeted with wildflowers....
There’s no denying that Montana is magical. Some places might seem like something out of a dream, but they are in fact very real. And until you’ve experienced them in person, you don’t fully understand how incredible they are. The Garden of 1,000 Buddhas joãokẽdal / Flickr This awesome spiritual site of worship near Arlee is definitely real. The Montana Vortex and House of Mystery sports / Flickr The Montana Vortex is a gravitational anomaly that even feels imaginary when you’re right in front of it....
There’s no denying that Alabama is a great place to live. As a matter of fact, most Alabamians have no interest in moving away from the state they’ve grown to love, while many out-of-staters relocate to Alabama to live out their retirement days. From our laid back way of life to our beautiful scenery, here are 13 reasons why Alabama is the best place for growing old: Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast is the perfect place to relax and unwind....
]Looking back at Delaware’s history can remind us where we came from and how far we’ve come. Here are 13 rare photos that give a glimpse into bygone eras. In 1910 these child laborers worked at American Tobacco Company, located in Wilmington. Lewis Hine / Wikipedia A church group held a fish fry in uninhabited Ocean View in 1880. This area would later become Bethany Beach. Wikipedia It’s hard to believe that this is Wilmington’s Market Street in 1933....
It’s a shame that during the Gadsden Purchase, the southern Arizona border wasn’t drawn in a straight line. Otherwise, we would be able to call a portion of the beaches along the Gulf of California home. Until the myth of California falling into the ocean actually proves true, we have to settle for the river and lakeside beaches found across the state. Check out these picturesque views of what beaches Arizona has to offer without having to drive hours to the ocean....
I have to tell you folks that it was a difficult task to pare down this list to something of manageable size and, if you don’t believe me, just look up ‘odd South Carolina town names’ one day when you have a spare moment. You will understand what I mean. This type of thing is not unique to South Carolina, but the sheer number of them might be! Let’s start with the B’s, shall we?...
The summer is coming to a close soon, but it’s not too late to enjoy one of these waterfront hikes. Get out of the heat and meander along one of West Virginia’s riverfront trails. Take a look! Greenbriar River Trail Todd M/TripAdvisor Jason Homey/TripAdvisor This rail trail stretches 77 miles, so pick your favorite section, or plan a long excursion! Most of the trail follows along the Greenbriar River. Sandstone Falls Loop, New River Gorge National River Area Steve1362/TripAdvisor This short, easy hike starts at the Sandstone Falls Boardwalk parking lot....
