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Summer and water just seem to go hand-in-hand, like these awesome water parks or waterfront restaurants. When it comes to finding the best hiking spots, gorgeous waterfront trails always make for an enjoyable way to get active while enjoying nature. Fortunately, Indiana is home to many stunning waterfront trails, and these 7 will have you itching to get outdoors… The Canal Walk - Indianapolis sciondriver/Flickr This three mile trail offers a stunning view of both the city and White River canal....

Have you always wanted to explore the ocean? John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is one of the best places in Florida to see our living reef and all kinds of marine life. Even if you can’t or don’t want to get in the water, it’s still possible to explore this magical world with a glass-bottom boat tour. Welcome to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Located near Key Largo, it became the nation’s first underwater park in 1963....

Who doesn’t love a donut? Luckily, they’re not too hard to find no matter where you are. From grocery stores to gas stations, donuts are pretty abundant in these parts. But what about good donuts? Those are a little harder to come by. But there’s one bakery in Minnesota that has been churning out amazing donuts – and more – for nearly 100 years. This hometown bakery has been a mainstay of Winona since 1924....

What do you think of when you hear the word “roadhouse”? How about a tavern that serves beer, liquor and food, along with musical entertainment and dancing? Here’s an iconic roadhouse in Wyoming everyone should experience at least once but I bet you’ll be going back for more. Yelp/J.C. Cassie’s is known as “the place to dine and dance”. A favorite among locals, this iconic roadhouse is located at 214 Yellowstone Avenue in Cody....

Did you know that tucked in to the Litchfield Hills, in the small town of Morris, is a beautiful Laotian temple? It’s true! The Lao Buddha Ariyamett Aram Temple remains shrouded in mystery, with little known about how it came to be or whose idea it was, but it’s open to the public to explore. Most of the worshippers here only speak Laotian and it’s rumored that one lone monk is responsible for the grounds....

Is there anything better than a rich and creamy homemade milkshake? One that’s so thick you have to eat it with a spoon? If you love a good milkshake and you have an adventurous palate, you’ll want to head to this milkshake bar in SoCal that serves the most unusual and flavorful concoctions you’ve ever tasted. There’s a milkshake bar in Southern California that should be on everyone’s bucket list. Especially if you happen to have an insatiable sweet tooth....

When it comes to parks, Indiana has hundreds of stunning options to choose from. But, when you think about parks, you generally think about secluded, rural areas of land. However, Indiana has one simply stunning urban park that will astound you. This gorgeous urban park is hiding in plain sight in the middle of the Hoosier state and will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Zs B./Yelp...

The Hartford Circus Fire was a tragedy that turned into a head-scratching mystery. The Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus was the largest in the country, but in 1944 its show became the sight of one of the worst fire disasters in the history. Sixty-seven people were killed and more than seven hundred were injured.But a lot of questions were never answered, like what (or who) started the fire in the first place....

Located at 2985 Las Vegas Blvd. So. stands perhaps the most timeless Nevada restaurant and most iconic restaurant in all of Las Vegas. The Peppermill Restaurant and Fireside Lounge stands today where it has stood for 45 years. Even though its former neighbor—the Riviera Hotel—has since been imploded (as well as the Silver Slipper Casino that used to stand across the street), the Peppermill’s longevity attests to its iconic standing in Sin City and its tremendous food....

New Jersey is home to so many magical places, some even start to dip into the realm of the supernatural. I’ve already covered an enchanting fairy trail (a great hike with kids), but I’ve found something equally magical that’s perfect for the winter months. Bear Creek Herbary is a gift and garden center in Howell, New Jersey. Facebook/Bear Creek Herbary More than a shop, it is a destination with several unique features....

With so many great musicians to come out of our state, it is no wonder there are dozens of songs about life, love and loss in New Jersey. These are some of our favorites. 1. Jersey Girl, Tom Waits This 1980 song about a gritty romance was written by Tom Waits and his wife, a Jersey girl! 2. Wildwood Days, Bobby Rydell This was a summer anthem in 1963! Fun fact: Rydell High in “Grease” was named after Bobby Rydell....

You may feel like your home is old, but here are some really old homes. They surely don’t make them like this anymore (and that’s probably a good thing). These 12 Illinois homes from the 1930s are something else. These people hang out on the doorstep in front of their Chicago home. Edwin Rosskam/Photogrammar George Finkle and wife relax in their home near Marseilles, Illinois in 1937. Russell Lee/Photogrammar This was the 1937 home of Oscar Gaither, tenant farmer and father of five children....

Delaware is a pretty flat state, so finding a breathtaking ovelrook involves a little creativity. Beyond the two “obvious” observation towers, there are a few great places to see Delaware scenery that will take your breath away. Cape Henlopen State Park’s World War II Tower Flickr / Jeffrey The most famous overlook in Delaware is absolutely that of the Cape Henlopen World War II tower at Fort Miles Historic Area. Climb to the top to see forest, ocean, beach, and an abandoned World War II fort!...

It’s hard to describe Alaska with simply words alone and sometimes even plain old pictures don’t do this beautiful state any justice. Don’t get me wrong, there are some great shots of Alaska out there on the internet, but nothing comes close to the spectacular images of this beautiful state from the air. Us Alaskans are more than aware how many pilots and planes live among us up here, so it’s not much of a surprise that there is an abundance of incredible aerial photography taken of the untouched places in our state....

It’s amazing to behold human structures that are left to decay. Over time, the elements reclaim them until they are only the bare bones of what they once were – yet somehow, hauntingly beautiful. Linfield Industrial Park in Pennsylvania is one such spooky place. coia.nac/ Flickr Linfield Industrial Park has sat abandoned since 1986, when it was shut down after over 100 years of use. The expansive park, located near Limerick, last held a packaging facility for ammonia-based cleaners and antifreeze before it was left empty....

This family-run karaoke bar was once a neighborhood watering hole, but its short-lived success gave way to abandonment. It’s unsettling to see the state the bar is in, especially when you imagine all the rowdy nights this place once hosted. Read on to learn more about this unique spot, and be sure to watch the video below from YouTube channel “TikiTrex.” This karaoke bar opened in 2007, and closed just a few years later in 2011....

In Florida, waterfront dining is very popular, and most of us have dined on the waterfront plenty of times. But how about dining literally on the water? At Thai Life Floating Restaurant in Key West, you can do just that. TripAdvisor/svullam There are plenty of incredible restaurants to visit in Key West, but Thai Life combines delicious food with incredible views. Yelp/Hisa V. The restaurant’s interior is designed to transport diners to Thailand, but the large open windows steal the show....

The state of Maryland is as unique as they come. There are certain daily occurrences in the Old Line State that are totally normal here, but would be out of the ordinary in another state. Take a look at these 10 things people do in Maryland that they wouldn’t get away with anywhere else. Be happy about getting crabs. Flickr / Alan Levine Give me ALL OF THE CRABS. And become filled with sadness when the crabs are gone....

If you live in the Buckeye State, you’re likely proud to call Ohio home. And when you’re traveling out of state, there are some things that will always make you think of home—no matter where you are. Even after you’ve moved out of state, you’ll never forget where you came from whenever you encounter these 11 things: Back roads that look like this: Corey Balazowich/Flickr In between Ohio’s cities, amusement parks and other attractions is some of the best country road scenery you’ll ever take in....

If you are familiar with Denver’s Lincoln Park, you may have a strong opinion of it one way or the other. At first glance, the historic neighborhood looks a bit rough around the edges (the once crime-ridden area has had its share of ups and downs). But once you get to the heart of it, you may come to appreciate the diversity and beautiful art that the neighborhood has to offer in both its Art District and unconventional mediums....