Texas has never played by the rules or followed the cultural trends. The 60’s was known as the decade of peace, love, and hippies. Tie-dyed shirts and Volkswagen bugs decked out in psychedelic colors were rampant just about anywhere. Guys grew out their hair and everyone had The Beatles blasting in their ears. But Texas? Not so much. Sure, we had little pockets of free-thinkers that emerged back then and still exist today, like Austin, for example....
There are things you do, things you don’t, and things that Vermonters simply would never do. To us, they are simply common sense, but people outside of the 802 just may not understand. Here are a few things that are simply not done. Ever. Complain about the cold. Flickr/BostonTx We can handle it. Use fake syrup. Flickr/Allen Eewwwwwww! Drink domestic beer. Flickr/Quinn Dombrowski We have some world class beers made right here in Vermont....
Has the summer heat got you down? Alabama is known for its hot summers, but you shouldn’t let the extreme heat keep you from having a fun and memorable summer. Listed below are 15 things you can do in Alabama to beat the summer heat. Pack a lunch and have a picnic at your favorite park. flickr/Lee Haywood Go kayaking or canoeing in one of Alabama’s beautiful lakes or rivers. flickr/Benny Mazur...
Wyoming has a rich history that dates back further than the frontier days of the wild west. In fact, archaeologists just made a fascinating discovery in one mountain range from more than 2,000 years ago. While researching high-altitude prehistoric settlements, University of Sheffield’s Matthew Stirn and his crew discovered 13 ancient villages. The closer they look, the more they’re finding out about the lives and migration habits of ancestors of modern Native American tribes such as the Shoshone, Ute, Comanche, and Northern Paiute....
One of the best things about South Dakota is that there is a lot of space dark enough to see an immense amount of stars at night. Star gazing here is one of the best experiences many people can have. The milky way can easily be seen in much of the state, and thousands of other stars light up the night sky. On a crystal clear night, the best place to be is outside looking up....
If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary but not so weird you’d hesitate to eat it, you need to check out this one-of-a-kind pizza. You’ll never guess what odd topping this restaurant places on some of its pizzas, but locals go crazy for it. Keep scrolling to find out what it is. We’ll start with the normal things about this pizza. It’s made at Angelo’s, which has four locations in Illinois....
Major wildfires are currently sweeping through Southern states including Kentucky, North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee, causing officials to declare states of emergency and evacuations in some areas. Here in Kentucky, 210 wildfires have been recorded since October, many of which are being credited not only to drought but also, sadly, to arson. In an open letter released on Friday, Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Charles Snavely reported that fires have ravaged over 33,000 acres in Kentucky and have damaged five counties including the southeastern communities of Harlan, Knox, Clay, Perry, and Letcher....
With all of the great weather to be had almost 300 days a year, the best places in Austin to go on an unforgettable picnic are far from limited. One thing is for sure, we Austinites know how to keep it creative. Check out our favorite places to picnic in Austin. Watch peacocks strut among views of a peaceful pond, while enjoying a quiet picnic afternoon at Mayfield Park. Flickr/atmtx...
We still have several months to go before Christmas is on the horizon, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start the preparations early. There’s one special place in West Virginia where you can go and find the Christmas spirit, any time of year. Take a look! This little Christmas shop can be found at the historic Amtrak station at White Sulphur Springs. Great American Stations/Amtrak The train station was built in 1930 by the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, to serve guests of the Greenbrier Resort....
Have you ever heard of “glamping”? The combination of “glamour” and “camping” means that you get to be right in the midst of nature, but you don’t have to leave all your modern luxuries at home. See how you can enjoy the glamping style in this little yurt near Hico, West Virginia. You can camp in comfort in a secluded little yurt in the middle of the West Virginia forest....
The serenity of countryside living is an irreplaceable experience. If you’re tired of the hustle and bustle of city life and want to get away from it all, move to (or visit) these 10 rural towns in Ohio. Sugarcreek (Tuscarawas County) Pat (Cletch) Wiilliams/Flickr Also known as “The Little Switzerland of Ohio,” this countryside village is located in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country. Middlefield (Geauga County) Ken Lund/Flickr This Middlefield Township village is most known for being the center of one of the world’s largest Amish settlements....
If you’ve been following the Only in Wisconsin page long enough, you are well aware of the quirkiness that fills our state. This quirkiness can carry into our restaurants. So while it might seem strange to the rest of the United States, it makes perfect sense that, in Wisconsin, you can eat good pizza while listening to a man play an organ. Why isn’t this a national chain by now, really?...
Beautiful views are a staple of life in Virginia, and they pair perfectly with something else we love: incredible food. For proof of this, look no further than Stone Tower Winery in Leesburg. While this spot is a vineyard by name, the food served here is nearly as impressive is the views which, after you see the photographs below, is saying a lot. Take a peek at this gem of the Shenandoah Valley and prepare to plan your trip there ASAP:...
No matter what food item you’re craving right this second, I bet you’ll be able to find it at this massive food emporium located in Southern California. Spanning 30,000 square feet and housing multiple restaurants and unique food events, this is one destination where you can linger for hours and enjoy many types of unique eats and drinks. If you’re not hungry now, I bet you will be after you take a look at some of the yummy offerings you can find at this SoCal gem....
There’s a place, tucked in to the corner of Connecticut, where more than ten thousand lavender plants bloom every year. And they’re not just for show. Located on the breathtaking Lavender Pond Farm, the on-site shop offers a wide selection of lavender products for you to take home and enjoy. This is one place you just have to see for yourself! Lavender Pond Farm is an expansive property that makes for a great escape....
Fall foliage lovers are in luck – Amtrak is bringing its famous Dome Car to Massachusetts for the ultimate way to admire the state’s autumn colors. From now until September 24, passengers on Amtrak’s Downeaster route can sit in the Great Dome Car for the same price as a regular ticket. The Great Dome Car is designed to offer passengers panoramic views of the scenery. It has windows on all sides and an upper level with a windowed roof....
It doesn’t take much effort to find some pretty haunted places across Illinois. But one place you should definitely add to your fall activities this year is the Raven’s Grin Inn. This was once a former haunted hotel. Now, it is a haunted playground. There are tricks, gags, and scares that will thoroughly disturb you. All of the crazy contraptions in this haunted place were built by owner Jim Warfield....
The Yellow Deli in Chattanooga, Tennessee has quite a bit of history to it. The spot is known for being owned by a religious commune, one that completely gives up their lives to a God who loves them. Although questions and curiosity have circled the group for years, their fabulous deli is successful and continues to thrive in a tucked away corner in south Tennessee. Have you been there? The Yellow Deli - Facebook The homey, fairly large and, yes, yellow, deli is located at 737 McCallie Ave in Chattanooga, Tennessee....
We’ve still got a little bit of spring left to enjoy here in Washington, but as the temperatures rise, our thoughts turn to our favorite summertime adventures. And since there’s nothing quite like a relaxing float down the river, we thought we’d draw attention to one of our favorite floats, the Snoqualmie River. The water in the Snoqualmie River may be cold, but it’s still a beautiful place to float....
One of the biggest misconceptions about Colorado is that the entire state is covered in mountains. While a good portion of our midsection IS covered in these rocky and colorful masterpieces, there is so much more to love about the Centennial State! The next time somebody assumes that you must live in the mountains since you hail from Colorado, show them these 15 jaw-dropping photos that sum up ALL of Colorado’s beautiful landscapes:...
