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New Jersey has some of the best pizza around, and we have hundreds of incredible pizza places to choose from. Wherever you live in the state, you’re never far from a delicious slice! Everyone in New Jersey has their favorite pizza joint, the following are some of mine. This list isn’t completely subjective however, I only included places with numerous positive reviews. Benny Tudino’s, Hoboken Facebook/Benny Tudino’s Yelp/Heather W. Are these slices the best in Hoboken?...

A little slice of Switzerland is decaying high in a Midwest mountain range. It once served customers delicious Swiss dishes, but is now filled with silence and rot. Read on to learn more about the site, and check out the chilling images photographer Johnny Joo captured at this abandoned Swiss restaurant in the mountains. This abandoned Swiss chalet sits on a mountain. Flickr/Architectural Afterlife The lonely structure was once invitingly decorated, but the exterior paint has been stripped by the elements....

When you feel like treating yourself to the luxuries in life, there’s nothing that quite beats finding a place that is unforgettable in every way, especially when it comes to food. There are quite a few unique restaurants around Arizona that combine good food with a distinct atmosphere but if you’re looking for a spot to wind down, enjoy a fine meal, and nature’s gifts, you might want to try out this restaurant in Sedona....

High atop a grassy hill in New Castle, overlooking Route 65, sits a sprawling set of buildings that once housed the area’s poor, mentally ill, and elderly who were otherwise alone in the world. Dating back to the early 20th century, Hill View Manor, an asylum near Pittsburgh, has been shuttered since 2004 but visitors still make the trek to the home, a hotbed of paranormal activity. Hill View Manor first opened its doors in 1926 as a safe haven for the mentally ill, the destitute, and the elderly with no family....

When many people hear about hikes in Maine, images of the Appalachian Trail and summiting Katahdin come to mind. While we certainly have our fair share of toughies, there are many that are both accessible and gorgeous. One of our favorites is this one, located near some of the most popular lighthouses in America! First, head to Two Lights State Park in Cape Elizabeth. counselman / Flickr The park opened in 1961, and today includes 41-acres of the beautiful, rocky headlands that Maine’s coast is known for....

Time flies, but 100 years is still quite a long time. Pennsylvania’s landscape has changed in many ways, though some of the same buildings and businesses still stand. The biggest notable difference is that the world is no longer in black and white. Here are some incredible old photographs taken in Pennsylvania around the year 1915, from about 1911 to 1920. See if you can recognize any of the places pictured!...

Eunice, Louisiana is a truly amazing small town in the state. One of hallmark towns of cajun country, Eunice is the place to explore cajun culture like you’ve never seen it before. Let’s see all of what Eunice has to offer! Savoy Music Center, 4413 Highway 190 Bobbie C./TripAdvisor The Savoy Music Center is just about as legit as it gets when it comes to hearing traditional Cajun folk music. When you visit here, you’ll hear concerts right from the source!...

If you’ve never heard of the Sterling Opera House, don’t worry. This place stopped holding performances back in 1945. But the building still stands, a testament to American industrialism. The remnants of the once thriving establishment still lure in visitors, who are mesmerized not only by the sights, but by the secrets. Emily Read/Flickr Built by one of the creators behind New York’s Carnegie Hall, you can bet it was beautifully done....

Baltimore has its share of historic cemeteries. Previously, we wrote about Green Mount Cemetery, which is perfect if you’re looking to explore eerily beautiful memorial statues. But if it’s a spooky experience you seek, then head to the following spot. This haunting cemetery is known for disturbing tales and paranormal happenings. Westminster Hall is located on the corner of West Fayette and North Greene Street. Although this intricately detailed building is beautiful to see up close, it’s the cemetery in which visitors flock....

When I come across a video like this one, I know that I must share it. A few months ago, I told you about how grateful I am to have this job. I spend time looking through the most beautiful photos of Maine and, I have the pleasure of smelling the salty air and breathing in the mountains without ever leaving my desk. Most of the time, I appreciate these moments and then move on to the next....

When it comes to fresh Vermont maple syrup, you never need an extra reason to visit a sugar house – the best syrup in the world is good enough. However, when you find one that has a little something extra – and in this case, a true hidden gem – the stop should not be missed. The Sugar Shack in Arlington has something hiding in the back that you’d never expect!...

New Hampshire is full of great natural adventures, but most of them have to be enjoyed while the sun is shining. However, one nighttime New Hampshire attraction will bring you to scurry through caves and walk through the woods, all in the dark. This tour isn’t for the faint of heart, but if you love adventure you won’t want to miss it! Lost River Gorge in North Woodstock is one of the most beloved tourist attractions in New Hampshire....

If you’re anything like me, nothing excites you more during the holiday season than driving around and checking out all of the festive Christmas decorations. Sadly, I’ve yet to pull my decorations from the attic. If you’re behind like I am, hopefully the 10 beautifully decorated houses in Nevada (from previous years) I’ve listed below will give you the boost you need to start your holiday decorating. Frosty the Snowman, from Henderson, is waving, “Merry Christmas!...

There are certain facts about Mississippi that are basically common knowledge. For instance, the world can thank the state for teddy bears, Barq’s root beer, and the Blues (one of the first triple threats?). And while these well-known facts are interesting, there are so many obscure details about Mississippi’s history of which many are unaware; here are 10 of them. From the time Mississippi was just a territory until it became a state, the capital city was changed numerous times....

Alabama has always been known as ” THE” redneck state. And to be honest, this is a huge stereotype. Even though many Alabamians are rednecks, the majority of them are not. And what if the majority were rednecks? Would it really be that bad? Not necessarily. As a matter of fact, Alabama rednecks are some of the best people you’ll ever meet and here are 11 reasons why: Most Alabama rednecks own some type of truck, so you can always count on them to help haul away your junk....

One of the best parts of a nice drive through West Virginia’s country is seeing the old barns. Here are 12 beautiful barn photographs taken in West Virginia. This beautiful barn picture taken in the fall Forestwander Taken somewhere in West Virginia. This one taken in the spring Forestwander This barn that seems more beautiful at sunset Forestwander Taken somewhere in West Virginia This bright red barn Flickr user Sonja...

Who loves looking back at the Sooner State and taking a trip down memory lane? We do! We’ve looked at the Great Depression, 1950s and 1960s in Oklahoma, and now it’s time to see some memories from the 1970s. It was a decade full of changes for Oklahoma due to the oil industry and many advancements in national defense, weather prediction and transportation. Featured below are 14 mesmerizing photos in Oklahoma during the 1970s that showcase some memories during this decade....

If you live in Kansas, you get it–the incredible plains, state pride and stellar sports teams…What’s not to love about the Sunflower State?! Here are 16 of the undeniable reasons why everyone should love Kansas: We still like Ike! Flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM The feeling was always mutual! The Flint Hills. Flickr/Patrick Emerson Kansas farmers feed the world! Flickr/James Watkins Kansas produces enough wheat each year to bake 36 billion loaves of bread (enough to feed more than six billion people for about two weeks)....

No matter how old you are, pumpkins and apple cider make Autumn feel magical. Colorful leaves, fragrant desserts, and cooler temperatures sweep through the city once the seasons change. There’s no better way celebrate these exciting moments than by visiting a local pumpkin patch, and Austin is full of them. These five pumpkin patches near the capital city are picture perfect for a fall day. Red Barn Garden Center Red Barn Garden Center/Facebook Starting October 1st, Red Barn Garden Center will open their doors to their expansive pumpkin patch....

When thoughts of Kentucky come to mind, they usually contain pleasantries, like sweet tea and southern hospitality. Unfortunately, all Kentuckians are not known for their kindness. Some are known for just the opposite. Others tried to shield their wretchedness via politics or finances. Here are 5 of the greatest evils ever to roam the Bluegrass State: Champ Ferguson was a legendary Confederate Ranger and Guerilla fighter born in 1821. From 1861 to 1865 he is said to have murdered no less than 51 soldiers and civilians, (though this number could potentially be over 100....