With hurricane Joaquin bringing cloudy skies, heavy rain, and spooky gusts of wind to the Carolina area…I’ve been in a darker mood. Also, with the start of October, it’s officially time to celebrate the month of all things spooky–starting with these eerie photos of North Carolina! Foggy lift Flickr / Evonne The off season at Beech Mountain Ski Resort lends a whole new aesthetic. “As far as the eye can see....
Isn’t the Mile High City pretty enough to be on the big screen? Agree? Apparently we aren’t the only ones who think so, as several famous movies have been filmed in and around Denver, including: 1.) The Glenn Miller Story (1954) Wikimedia Commons Since Glenn Miller actually grew up in Colorado, it only makes sense that parts of the movie were filmed in his beloved home state! 2.) Vanishing Point (1971)...
If you haven’t fully explored the beautiful state of Minnesota, it’s not too late to add these places to your bucket list. Scenic and memorable, you can’t afford to miss any of these. Whether you are a native Minnesotan, or just a passer-through, it’s time to learn what Minnesota really has to offer. St. Paul, obviously! Flickr/Ron Reiring Be sure to see the Capitol building among other highlights! Minneapolis, also fairly obvious....
New Hampshire is so beautiful that it sometimes looks like a fairy tale. Whether looking at sweeping views of our mountain ranges, or the tiny details in the forest, there are some times that The Granite State’s magic rises to the top for all to see. Here are 13 enchanting spots that just look as if they’ve got that fairy tale magic. The photographer wouldn’t disclose exactly where his spot in New Hampshire is, and we’re not surprised he wants to keep it all for himself....
Kentucky is known as the Bluegrass State, where friendly people and southern hospitality still thrive. Anywhere you travel, you will find something interesting. Before you know it, you will find yourself drawn into what we all lovingly call the “Bluegrass Vortex”. Just to give you a virtual taste, here are 20 things that can make you love Kentucky… or just like it a lot. The home of Bluegrass music from Jug bands to fiddlers....
I absolutely adore art in all of its many forms. In fact, I have been known to dabble myself. However, graffiti belongs in a class by itself. There are those who have the mindset that graffiti is just an eyesore and trashes the community, but that mindset needs to be set aside. Graffiti is becoming an ever popular way to spruce up certain areas of the city and in some instances, these pieces belong in museums....
There’s plenty of cool things to do in Harpers Ferry, but you may not have known about this special gem. The Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry is tucked away in the forested area on the outskirts of town. With a variety of courses and trails ranging from easy to much more challenging, this is a great way for the whole family to explore nature together. The Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry is a great way for the whole family to get in touch with nature....
Virginians are never without opportunities for adventure. Whether that be a forested trail, a mountain overlook, or a beautiful day trip to the beach, there are countless ways to appreciate the scenic landscape. And then…there are some truly thrilling opportunities. Take the suspended bridge over the Tye River for example. On the one hand, it offers a breathtaking view of the landscape yet on the other hand, the thought of setting foot on this particular walkway could make your head dizzy....
Exploring Southern California’s natural beauty is one adventure that’s hard to resist. There are a variety of hiking destinations in SoCal that we all know and love, but sometimes the trails that are the most fun to explore are those newly discovered hidden gems that we’ve never experienced before. Tucked inside Carbon Canyon Regional Park, you’ll find a delightful trail that will bring out the explorer in you – the Carbon Canyon Nature Trail....
Washingtonians love a good beach getaway. After all, we have so many to choose from! Most people think of beaches like Rehoboth, Ocean City or Virginia Beach when they think of beaches around DC. But there’s one tiny beach town that is only one hour out of DC that you must visit! The Town of Chesapeake Beach is a town in Calvert County Maryland. It was originally created as a resort community at the end of the Chesapeake Beach Railway....
If you’ve ever wanted to explore Cleveland’s hidden underbelly, now’s your chance. The Veterans Memorial Bridge and Subway Station is opening for public tours on Aug. 19. Visitors will be allowed to descend beneath the 3112-foot bridge and into one of the city’s creepiest abandoned spots. The tour kicks off at the Superior Viaduct, which is the official entrance to the bridge. Though Cleveland residents will know all about the upper motorway of the Veterans Memorial Bridge, there’s actually a hidden tunnel lurking beneath the familiar road....
Arkansas is totally full of charming small businesses, family-owned restaurants, small, locally-owned mountain getaways, and of course, some truly impressive bakeries. One such longstanding and impressive bakeshop is called Community Bakery, and you’ll be delighted by all the delicious baked goods you’ll find in there. Community Bakery’s Main Street location can be found at 1200 Main Street in Little Rock. Though it has been owned by several families over the years and has moved to several locations across Little Rock, Community Bakery has been in business since 1947....
Coloradans maybe notorious for being dog lovers, but it is still hard not to love a furry feline! If you are looking for a unique place to have a cup of coffee, love cats, or just can’t seem to get enough interaction with animals, you are going to LOVE visiting this one-of-a-kind coffee shop in Denver: Located in northwest Denver is the oh-so purrfect Denver Cat Company; a “social enterprise and cat cafe” that is home to a coffee house experience unlike any other....
Sometimes it’s the lesser known spots that have the most to offer in terms of scenery and seclusion. Check out this secret beach in Maryland that only locals know about. You’ll have wished it was on your radar sooner, but there’s nothing like making up for lost time. 🙂 Elms Beach Park is a bit difficult to find. In fact, you may not know about it until a local spills the beans on this Southern Maryland gem....
Located at the Boulevard Mall in Las Vegas, SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium is over 31,000 square feet of fun and contains thousands of marine, desert, rainforest, amphibian, and reptilian animals to see, feed, learn about, and touch. This fun-filled, educational interactive aquarium is a perfect air-conditioned escape from the summer heat. Take a look! SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium is located at 3528 S. Maryland Parkway in Las Vegas. For more information such as directions, prices, hours, and anything else, please call (702) 906-1901 or visit SeaQuest’s website....
As we mentioned last week, Colorado is home to a whopping 42 state parks, 6 of which are located in or around Denver. While we love all 6 of these local outdoor treasures, we cannot help but gush about one in particular, which just so happens to also be the Centennial State’s newest state park: Located in both Jefferson and Park counties, Staunton State Park is a nearly 4,000-acre park that showcases a number of different landscapes like dramatic cliffs, lush meadows, and even numerous bodies of water....
From restaurants and hotels, to houses and bridges, there are many haunted places located throughout Alabama. If paranormal activity fascinates you, you’ll most definitely want to book a stay at The Tutwiler—one of Alabama’s most haunted hotels. Not only will you be staying at one of the state’s finest hotels, but you might even have a haunting experience. The Tutwiler is located in downtown Birmingham at 2021 Park Place. Even though this upscale hotel has been renamed the Hampton Inn & Suites Birmingham, it’s still famously known as The Tutwiler....
A lot of hikers, fisherman, and paddlers seek solace in the Swinging Bridge on the Toccoa, yet many people find themselves unable to cross. This 265-foot bridge is the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi, and enough to give those afraid of heights a quick anxiety attack. A lot of people may find swinging bridges terrifying in their own respect. I, for one, don’t blame them. Anything that is suspended in the air from cables over a rushing, wide-flowing river would absolutely be an adventure in itself....
You’ve heard of the seven wonders of the world, but what about the natural wonders of the Volunteer State? I mean, we get that Victoria Falls is awesome and all that jazz – but the pride that you’ll find in Tennessee? Goes absolutely unmatched. We’ve found seven gorgeous spots in the state that you’re sure to find fascinating. Have you been to any? Ramsey Cascades - Gatlinburg Frank Kehren / Flickr As the tallest waterfall in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, over 100-feet of falling water gushes over rock outcroppings until it gathers in a pool at the bottom - where guess what?...
It doesn’t matter what your actual ancestry is – this park in North Dakota should be a must-visit at least once for everyone who lives here. The Scandinavian Heritage Park offers a beautiful look into the history of what many people in this state call their heritage, and also into each Scandinavian country, their history, and the beautiful architecture and crafts they make. This is a great stop for anyone of all ages and well worth a visit, and here’s why:...
