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For the ultimate waterfront destination, head to the shores of Grand Lake in northeastern Oklahoma for your new favorite summer destination. Sail Grand Lake Rentals offers everything from private yachts to wave runners to parasailing…and it’s all a blast! Check it out: Sail Grand Waterfront is located at the Shangri-La Marina at 57151 East Hwy 125, Monkey Island, OK. sailgrandwaterfront/Facebook You’ll find everything you need for a fun day out on the lake at this one-stop destination rental facility....

There’s nothing more peaceful than a relaxing drive in Southern California where you can take in the beauty of our natural surroundings at a leisurely pace. There are many beautiful roads to travel in this part of the country, but there is one road in particular that is impossible not to love. Angeles Crest Highway is a beautifully scenic route that runs through the San Gabriel Mountains and the Angeles National Forest along California State Route 2....

Did you know that there’s a bay on the Oregon Coast that’s haunted by a ghost ship? If you ever find yourself looking out across Siletz Bay, you may catch a glimpse of the phantom ship that is said to glide across the water on foggy days. The ghostly sight will send shivers down your spine. Located on the coast of Lincoln City, Siletz Bay is a unique scenic area where the Siletz River meets the sea....

In Bull Valley, there exists one of the strangest homes in Illinois. It is located in rural McHenry County, Illinois, near Woodstock. The house I am talking about is the George Stickney House (also referred to as the Stickney Mansion). You will notice right away something odd about this house: there are no sharp corners. The design of the home is Italianate. It is a beautiful home. Since 1979, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places....

Located in the Groom Lake Valley area of the Tonopah Basin sits a top secret Nevada “lake” of which not many people are aware. Groom Lake is really a dry pluvial (heavy rain) lakebed comprised of sun-parched clay that has been smoothed to glass-like flatness from 15 million years of desert winds and sweeping water. Its close proximity to Area 51 has given it top secret status in the discussion of whether aliens exist and whether there is any evidence of extraterrestrial life being studied (and perhaps hidden) in this small area of Nevada....

When you’re looking for a romantic destination to explore with your new sweetheart, you’re never short of options if you live in South Dakota. Home to plenty of natural beauty, unique parks and recreational areas, South Dakota is loaded with places that will make your first kiss just that much more memorable. Here are 10 of our favorite places in South Dakota that are great for a first date. Travel to Newton Hills State Park in Canton for a romantic stroll in the forest....

Nevada is such a beautiful state with endless photo opportunities. Because many generous and talented photographers (both professional and amateur) have shared their amazing photos with us on the Only In Nevada Facebook page, we’ve decided to feature some of our favorites below. We appreciate your beautiful photo submissions and welcome you to continue sharing them with us. Submission instructions are listed at the end of this post. Facebook/Kelly Davis...

There’s nothing quite as spectacular as the fall leaves in New Hampshire. After all, people come from all over the country to see them! This scenic trail ride will take you 50 miles into the heart of the White Mountains, taking you past some of the dramatic views in the state in order to show you the fall foliage in a truly unforgettable way! Conway Scenic Railway The Notch Train takes visitors through New Hampshire’s Crawford Notch, where you will enjoy breathtaking views over some of the White Mountain’s most dramatic scenery....

We’ve talked about some of Minnesota’s most abandoned places in the past – we even planned a road trip to visit them – but there are still abandoned ruins all over the place. One, a mysterious concrete ruin close to the Lake Superior shore near Duluth, has become a strange landmark for the city. The ruin, known by most as Uncle Harvey’s Mausoleum – or less commonly as the Cribs – has baffled people for decades....

As you drive around Delaware outside the big cities, there’s one thing you can count on: seeing lovely old barns. From the gently rolling hills of the piedmont to the coastal plains, there’s much to admire when traveling though the rural areas of The First State. Barns are one of those alluring items that dot the horizon, making you wait in anticipation as you grow slowly closer to admire them. Photographers love barns....

Many people believe they know EVERYTHING there is to know about Nevada. However, nothing could be further from the truth. There are many different stereotypes about Nevada that need to be put to rest, and I’ve listed 10 of the most common ones below. Las Vegas is the only city worth visiting in Nevada. flickr/Daniel Lobo Las Vegas is a great city to visit because of its numerous attractions, but there are other cities throughout Nevada worth visiting, too....

Patriotism means so much more than just simply putting up an American flag during war time or on a national holiday. It’s a feeling of national pride that’s celebrated year-round. Alabama is one of the most patriotic states in the country and here are 10 reasons why: Alabama supports its troops! flickr/The National Guard Alabama loves its veterans! flickr/U.S. Army Materiel Command Alabamians show honor and respect for fallen soldiers. flickr/U....

We all know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful, wonderful places to live in the country. Even so, we still have our struggles. Big or small, here are some of the issues many Oregonians deal with on a day-to-day basis. People from other states assuming you live in Portland no matter what part of Oregon you call home. Flickr/ Norman B. Leventhal Map Center Having to choose between all of the awesome local craft beers....

Maine has lobster, Washington has apples, and Hawaii has warm, sandy beaches (must be rough). And just like the other states, there are certain things that come to mind when people think of Montana. We don’t have just one signature “thing”—we have dozens. When Montana comes up in conversations, these are a few of the things that come to mind: Wide, open spaces. Ryan McKee / Flickr You might meet a few people in your lifetime who don’t love Montana, but even they will admit that it’s beautiful....

Are you looking to have a fun and memorable day? If so, you’re in luck. Alabama is a great place to be and by doing the things listed below, you’ll have the most perfect Alabama day ever. Wake up early and enjoy the gorgeous Alabama sunrise. flickr/Jim Perry Start your day off right with a delicious cup of coffee. PEXELS Take a scenic drive down one of Alabama’s many country roads....

Every state has their own traits, characteristics and establishments that distinguish it from all the others. If you’re a bit of a bbq snob or know how to correctly pronounce Miami (My-am-uh), then you are probably from Oklahoma. Here are 16 surefire signs you know you’re from Oklahoma: You FULLY understand what Bedlam means. Facebook/BedlamSports You understand what you are really eating when you’re chowing down on calf fries. facebook/vinitaareachamberofcommerce...

There is something extraordinary about the sun…from sunrise to sunset, it is magical. It displays a certain beauty that cannot be matched by anything else. Oklahoma has many beautiful mornings and evenings that radiate, thanks to this natural phenomenon. Here are 17 times photographers captured the sun making Oklahoma the most beautiful place on earth. A picture-perfect morning at Grand Lake in Grove, OK. Facebook/John Gibe The colors of this sunset leave you speechless....

2016 was an amazing year for New Orleans dining. We had many new restaurants open up as well as old favorites being recognized by famous restaurant review places around the world. Here are some of the greatest restaurants opened in New Orleans this year. We think you will enjoy them! Café Sbisa, 1011 Decatur St. Yelp.com / Café Sbisa Yelp.com / Cafe Sbisa This new French Quarter restaurant gives an awesome view of Decatur street as well as awesome New Orleans cuisine....

Were you in New Orleans in the 1980s? If so, then you remember what an interesting time it truly was. Here are some of the most stand-out events and characters and places in New Orleans in the 1980s. If you have any others—feel free to add them to the mix! The Oil Bust Wikicommons / HD.11B.160 Oil production was cut nearly in half in the late 1980s, creating a ripple effect in New Orleans that changed the landscape and economy of the city forever....

An archaeology museum in Ann Arbor Michigan has been unknowingly harboring a survivor of World War II. Now, the refugee is finally headed home. When the Neues Museum in Berlin shut down in 1939 due to the war, the staff and curators there scrambled to save the museum’s priceless artifacts from being swallowed up by the chaos. They placed much of their collections into storage, including a 3,200-year-old stone slab from an ancient Egyptian stele....