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Just when you think the von Trapp Family Lodge couldn’t get any better, along comes an Austrian Bierhall. That’s right, there is now the Bierhall Restaurant located in this little slice of heaven where the hills are alive with, well, bier! The Trapp Family Lodge is a resort located on 2,500 magical acres in Stowe. Facebook/Trapp Family Lodge This is where the von Trapp family came after leaving Austria. This spot reminded them of their homeland, which is where the inspiration for the movie “The Sound of Music” all began....

Soon summer will come to a close, but before it does, you may want to take a trip to this one secret beach hiding on the Southern Oregon coast. Located near Brookings within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, Whaleshead Beach is a phenomenal sandy cove with plenty of fresh air, stunning views, and wide open sea. Check it out: Located on the southern Oregon Coast, Whaleshead Beach is a gorgeous hidden gem where you’ll find a mile-long stretch of sand, amazing sea stacks, and breathtaking ocean views....

Often considered to be one of Hawaii’s most architecturally significant homes, Shangri La is an utterly enchanting Islamic-style mansion built in the late 1930s by heiress Doris Duke near Diamond Head just outside Honolulu, and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Construction of the impressive home began in 1937, after Doris Duke’s 1935 honeymoon, which took her on a journey through the Islamic world and an extended stay in Hawaii. gahoward/Flickr Doris Duke was the daughter of a wealthy tobacco tycoon, and lived a life of global travel, art collecting, philanthropy, competitive surfing and even journalism and wildlife conservation....

Out where the wind blows free and the plains roll over gentle hills, a silent giant now rests quietly beneath our feet. All but forgotten now, this once important strategic piece of American history now holds only the purest darkness, spine-tingling silence, and breathtaking sights. © Daniel McAdams Photography The Titan Nuclear Missile Program was designed in January 1955 to counter and deter the Russian nuclear missile program during the Cold War....

On the flank of Battle Mountain, perched on a 600-foot cliff near Minturn, is the abandoned silver boomtown of Gilman, Colorado. In 1886, prospector John Clinton founded the settlement for the prosperous Eagle Mine in the valley below. The town grew to be a thriving community but was vacated overnight in 1984 by order of the Environmental Protection Agency due to “high levels of arsenic, cadmium, copper, lead and zinc in soil and in surface and ground water....

Colorado is home to some of the most jaw-dropping churches, cathedrals, and temples in the country. From the picture-perfect Chapel on the Rock all the way up to the masterpiece United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, there are different places of worship for nearly every belief and every architectural taste, including this hidden gem in Northern Colorado: Spanning across 600 acres of the lush Roosevelt National Forest lies the Shambhala Mountain Center; a gorgeous outdoor retreat offering numerous classes, programs, and special events....

There are many underrated gems located throughout the Old Line State and today we bring you one from Baltimore. If you’re a lover of gardens or historic architecture, you must check out this conservatory in Maryland. With plush greenery and nature-infused views, the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is the perfect place to spend a beautiful day. Established in 1888, the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory has been around for quite some time....

Are you an aviation fan? Did you know there’s a spot in Delaware where you can hang out, order up some delicious food, and watch planes take off and land all day? Arena’s at the Airport in Georgetown is the only Delaware airport restaurant that offers runway views with your meal. Head to 21553 Rudder Lane, Georgetown, DE 19947 and dream away of flying through the blue skies while you chow down on an incredible pulled pork sandwich....

Without a doubt, fall is my favorite time of year. Beautiful scenery, crisp air, comfy clothes and delicious foods are just a few of the many reasons why fall is the best season. And even though Wednesday, September 23 is officially the first day of fall, signs of fall are already starting to surround us. Here are 10 early signs of fall in Alabama: School starts back. facebook/Montgomery Alabama Public Schools - Official Site...

There is so much to give thanks for in our beautiful state, and Thanksgiving Day is the perfect time to reflect on what we are thankful for. In fact, let’s go ahead and start with Iowa and a few of the reasons we’re thankful to be living in America’s Heartland: The endless beauty of our state - from the fields, to the lakes, to the hills, and more. Lynn Graesing/Facebook...

A few of my most fond memories of school involved leaving the premise and riding the bus to a new and exciting location. I, of course, am referring to school field trips, (AKA the greatest thing EVER). If you are a Kansas native, you may remember taking some of these epic field trips: Konza Prairie (Manhattan) Flickr/Don Graham What better way to learn about Kansas’s diverse ecosystem than by actually experiencing it for yourself?...

We Iowans have a deep love for our state – one that always seems to bring us home again after we wander off, and one that keeps Iowa in our hearts, no matter how far away we move. Iowa may not have the glamour of Hollywood or the bright lights of New York City, but we have something even better – wide open skies for watching the stars, endless roads to cruise with the windows rolled down and the best people you will ever meet....

Massachusetts was once a largely agricultural region, and the Connecticut River Valley still has some of the most productive farmland in New England. These rare photos from the past reveal our state’s proud farming history, and some of the families that helped feed entire communities. Hatfield was once blanketed by fertile farmland. Here, onion pickers are seen hard at work in 1936. Yale Photogrammar/Paul Carter Produce was harvested by hand, which was slow and tiring work....

On August 30, 1850 – more than 100 years before Hawaii became an American state – Honolulu became an official city. And in the 167 years since the city’s founding, it has changed a lot, becoming a major tourist destination, as well as a hub for international business and military defense. Honolulu is the gateway to the Hawaiian Islands, as well as a portal to America from the Pacific. It is also one of the most populous cities in Polynesia, second only to Auckland, New Zealand....

We’ve all heard of Terlingua. It’s the most famous ghost town in Texas, the site of a world-renowned international chili cook-off, and a gateway of sorts to the majestic Big Bend. But a lesser-known topic of conversation is how the city got its start: mining. Mariscal Mine was an integral part of the mercury industry in the United States and contributed significantly to economic growth in our state. You can still visit the ruins today and imagine what life as a miner was like....

If you want to do some wandering this summer (or spring), these are some great places around town to do just that. This mix of boardwalks and promenades is just what you need to explore some of the most beautiful areas around town. Eastbank Esplanade Roger / Flickr If you are on the east side, this is the place to go. Along the Willamette, you will have a great view of downtown, and at 1....

Last year, Business Insider named the best donut shop in every state of the nation, and it chose Banbury Cross as the best shop in Utah. A few months later, Thrillist concurred. We can’t help but agree – Banbury Cross does make some absolutely divine donuts. Banbury cross is located at 705 S. 700 E. in Salt Lake City. There’s a small parking lot, or, if you’re in a hurry, you can go right through the drive-through....

Enjoy a rustic vacation at these waterfront cabins. Imagine waking up to the sounds of birds chirping, spending the day on the water, and curling up around a fire before bed. Whether you’re looking for a weekend trip or an extended stay, you’ll find a mix of adventure and tranquility here. You can camp at these cabins anytime of year. Keep scrolling for room rates, amenities, and more… Cabins on Indian Creek in Carbondale are a set of six log cabins that lie around a pond with a fountain....

Perhaps two of the most well-known natural places in Kentucky are Mammoth Cave National Park and the Red River Gorge. Mammoth Cave is famous for being the longest cave system known in the world, and the Red River Gorge has hundreds of natural sandstone arches. While both of these places are amazing and definitely worth the hype, they can get quite crowded. If you’re looking to visit someplace that offers the same astonishing geological features and beautiful scenery as Mammoth Cave and the Red River Gorge, but doesn’t have the massive crowds, then check out Carter Caves State Resort Park....

All Jacksonville residents and ghost story buffs in Florida are probably familiar with the legend of Annie Lytle Elementary School (Public School Number Four). You know, that big, boarded-up, old building that you can see from I-95? This building is also one of the most famous supposedly haunted structures in Florida, even being featured in the popular Weird Florida book as the “Devil’s School.” The original school was built in 1891, and the school as you see it today was built in 1917....