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Florida is full of natural beauty and attractions you can’t find anywhere else. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, check out Florida’s most unique hotel: Here’s a hotel that’s perfect for anyone who really wants to get away from it all. What could be more peaceful than an underwater room? It sounds like a dream, but Jules’ Undersea Lodge in Key Largo is the only place in the country where you can actually have this experience....

Rhode Island might be small, but it’s impossible to see all the sites in just a summer. With so many amazing attractions and activities, it can be difficult to prioritize things to do. If you’re trying to find something simply unforgettable, look no further! This place found on Block Island is all you need. Rustic Rides is a fantastic family-owned horse farm found at 1173 West Side Road in New Shoreham....

In the middle of February you’re probably not thinking about visiting one of New Hampshire’s amazing farms. However, one farm in New Hampshire has a bakery that is open year round, and completely delicious. When we saw bakery we’re not just talking about a few cider donuts and fruit pies. At Lull Farm Bakery in Hollis you can get breads, muffins pastries and anything else your heart desires. Check it out:...

Given the number of old buildings still standing in the Land of Enchantment, it’s not surprising that some of them are haunted. The small town of Mesilla has a well preserved and extensive historic district. Here, you’ll find a story about forbidden love and murder that haunts a local restaurant to this day. Flickr/Alyson Hurt The Double Eagle is housed inside a building that used to be a hacienda, owned by the Maes family....

Butterflies are some of the most beautiful insects on earth. Did you know that scientists believe there are between 15,000 and 20,000 different species of these colorful living rainbows? With so many different types, it’s not likely for us to be able to see each and every one. But, there IS a beautiful garden right here in Maine that allows visitors to see a wide variety of the ones that come flocking....

The famous “Swinging Bridges of Brumley” at the Lake of the Ozarks are something that must be experienced. The two swinging bridges are located just 1000 feet apart and both still carry traffic today for area residents. They are located in Miller County, on Swinging Bridges Road, off Hwy 42 from Brumley. Grand Auglaize Swinging Bridge YouTube/ bridgehunterdotcom YouTube/ Steve Eichelberger The Grand Auglaize Bridge was built in 1922, is 500 feet long, and it has a span of 414 feet....

One of Denver’s oldest and most notable neighborhoods — which was the brainchild of former Denver mayor Robert W. Speer — is still one of Denver’s most popular, housing its namesake Civic Center Park, Denver Art Museum, and City and County Building. Speer’s attempt at creating this meeting space and business district came to life in 1919, and can be seen throughout the years via these 11 vintage photos of the iconic Civic Center Park:...

I love looking back at old pictures. Maybe to see the way things have changed, and maybe to see the way some things haven’t changed at all. With technology ever-abundant in our lives, sometimes we dream of simpler times when people valued a good conversation, a long walk, and Friday night with a good book or a few friends. Sure, the 1930s were very hard times for all of America, but in those times there was also a simplicity that today, is a distant memory....

This has been by far the wonkiest winter I have ever experienced in Colorado… not only has the average temperature been in the 60’s a good majority of 2017, but we have hardly seen any snow or moisture (minus a few days here or there). Since the Centennial State is drunk and essentially went from fall to spring, let’s enjoy it by ordering a scoop or two from the best ice cream shop in Denver:...

Now that summer’s in full swing, you need to spend some quality time in Arkansas’ great outdoors. What better way to do that than by taking a hike? Here’s one hike that’s a little on the strenuous side, but well worth your effort. You’ll find the Caddo Bend Trail at Lake Ouachita near Mountain Pine. It’s a 3.8 mile loop that takes you around the lake’s peninsula. Lee Hiller/alltrails The trail is shady and pleasant, but it’s rated as strenuous, so make sure your fitness level is up to the task....

Here’s the thing: Frozen Head State Park has the strangest name of all state parks in our sweet lil’ Tennessee. Where the heck did that name come from? Does it have a history based in ghost story lore, is it just a strange kind of euphemism? We weren’t sure, so we decided to find out. Curious? Michael Hodge - Flickr Frozen Head State Park gets its unique (kind of creepy) name from Frozen Head, a mountain in the park that always has a cap of snow and ice during the winter....

Alabama is filled with a variety of ghost stories. However, “The Face in the Courthouse Window” is likely the most famous story of them all. The face in the window of the old Pickens County Courthouse, in Carrollton, is one of Alabama’s true hidden gems. Over the years, it’s become a popular tourist attraction and is what the city of Carrollton is most famous for. The story of “The Face in the Courthouse Window” was included in Kathryn Tucker Windham’s award-winning book, “13 Alabama Ghosts and Jeffrey....

Everyone loves a gooey, cheesy pizza…and the hot summer months are a good time to go out and avoid heating up your own kitchen . We may be hundreds of miles from The Big Apple, but this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Asheville is serving up some of the best New York style pizza anywhere. You’ll find Favilla’s Pizza at 1093 Patton Avenue, in Asheville. management/Tripadvisor The dining room isn’t fancy, but it’s clean and comfortable....

Most of us know about the gators, snakes, and insects that can make our state dangerous for humans and our beloved companions, but did you know there’s another danger possibly hopping through your own backyard? Flickr/Brian Gratwicke Giant Toads, also called Marine Toads and Cane Toads, are an invasive species and also the largest toads found in Florida. This time of year, when we have the most rainfall, vets also see the highest number of sick pets who have encountered these toads....

In you’re looking for the most enchanting spot in Kentucky, filled with the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure and spectacular scenery, we have your answer. Grand Rivers, perfectly situated on the waterfront in Western Kentucky, is an idyllic town that is unlike any other in the Bluegrass State. Grand Rivers is a unique Kentucky town that is a true waterfront resort community. With endless access to the fun and beauty of Kentucky Lake, there are enchanting scenes everywhere you look....

Breitbach’s Country Dining is Iowa’s Oldest Bar and Restaurant, and it has a fascinating and fiery past. While it was originally opened in 1852, Jacob Breitbach purchased the tavern in 1862. Jacob Breitbach was the great-great grandfather of its current owner, Mike Breitbach. Breitbach’s is known for its delicious homemade pies, classic Midwestern fare and German ethnic foods like sauerkraut and sausage. Flickr/SD Dirk The establishment was a beloved favorite by many locals, as well as people who traveled from other states to dine there....

A dazzling light show is about to descend on North Carolina, and you won’t want to miss out. Each year in late May and early June, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park plays host to a spectacular phenomenon: thousands of synchronously flashing fireflies. The fireflies are called “synchronous” because they all flash at the same time, producing an effect that has to be seen to be believed. Flickr/xenmate Flickr/Lin Want to get a front row seat to this amazing natural event?...

Seeing wildlife is Maine isn’t hard as long as you get outside once in a while. It’s not uncommon to come across a grazing moose if you’re on a rural road at the right (or wrong, depending on how you look at it!) time. But, if you’d rather just cross a whole bunch of animals off your list at once, we recommend heading to the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray!...

When people think of Oklahoma, wetlands aren’t usually what comes to mind. However with over 10 ecoregions in the the state, we’re bound to discover we have many unique settings, including wetlands. The Red Slough Wildlife Management Area is located in extreme southeastern Oklahoma and covers about 7,800 acres. This area is full of marshes, lakes, streams, forests and tons of wildlife…some that may even surprise you. Red Slough is home to the American alligator, Africanized honey bees, venomous snakes and over 315 species of birds....

If you’re ready to try some delicious, award-winning Italian food (and not just any Italian food), then head to the Avana Arts District Apartments in the center of Oklahoma City’s Arts District to Patrono Italian. MSN Lifestyle recently voted on the best restaurant in every state and Patrono Italian took the title for Oklahoma. It has 4 stars on Yelp, 4.5 bubbles on TripAdvisor and was named by Eater as one of the hottest new restaurants in OKC in 2015....