Have you ever thought about how strange our time zones are? When you’re traveling long distances, changing time zones can really get confusing. What about folks who have to deal with multiple time zones in a single city? Idaho is one of about a dozen states that actually has multiple time zones. The time zone changes in a state usually follow a body of water or some other natural boundary....
When most of us think of hippies, we think of peace signs, flower power, leather fringe, tie-dye, etc. In the 1960s, these characteristics were true. However, today’s hippies are quite different. They’re art lovers, animal lovers, environmentally friendly and health conscious. There are many hippies living in Alabama. Recently, Thrillist recognized Fairhope as “The Most Hippie Town in Alabama.” Listed below are a few places and events that contributed to Fairhope receiving this recognition....
There’s nothing quite as comforting as grilled cheese, and what if you could get that grilled cheese from a restaurant that specializes in it? You can find two locations of a restaurant like that up in Northwest Arkansas. Hammontree’s Grilled Cheese offers gourmet versions of a favorite comfort food. Their menu is extensive, full of savory favorites that are sure to satisfy you. Hammontree’s doesn’t only offer grilled cheese sandwiches, but they do offer an awful lot of them, and each one is its own special kind of awesome....
It’s widely known that Maine has some of the most gorgeous beaches in the country. Soaring granite cliffs lined with lush stands of evergreen and distant islands shimmering against the sea, make our rugged coast truly a sight to see. Out of our 3,478 miles of coastline, Seawall Beach might just be my favorite beach of all. It is a pristine stretch of sand secreted away on the Phippsburg Peninsula, between the Morse and Sprague River outlets, only accessible via a two-mile hike through the beautiful Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area....
In some states, it’s nearly impossible to tell which town qualifies as the “odd man out.” In Montana, it’s crystal clear: Our black sheep is Missoula, and love it or hate it, it definitely has its charms. But spend enough time there and you’ll grow to adore it… or at least be able to enjoy a visit. There are theories, but no one knows for sure exactly how Missoula got its name....
When you imagine Detroit, the phrase “state park” might not immediately come to mind. It’s difficult to imagine that a city as large and bustling as Detroit could house a natural area that draws in hundreds of visitors each year — but there’s a stunning state park located smack dab in the middle of the Motor City, and you simply have to check it out for yourself. William Milliken G. State Park & Harbor is nestled peacefully away along the shores of the Detroit River....
If you spend much time in and around Moab, perhaps you’ve seen these ponds. From above, they look like stained glass windows, situated in the middle of a vast, red rock landscape. What are they? Take a look. Next to the banks of the Colorado River, near Moab, you’ll find something unexpected. Tom Kelly/flickr Intrepid Potash owns a mine here that produces potassium chloride - also known as potash. Roy Luck/flickr Potash is used for a number of products, including fertilizer and de-icing products....
You’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that’s certainly true. But if you’re going to eat a hearty breakfast, it should be homemade, and served up in a cozy dining room. Here’s a restaurant that will serve you the best lumberjack breakfast you’ve ever tried. Paul Bunyan’s Cook Shanty has been serving up delicious comfort food for more than 50 years. BAKER67/Tripadvisor There are two locations: one in Minocqua, and the other in Wisconsin Dells....
Montana summers tend to feel a bit brief, but that just makes them even more special. Those who enjoy dining out often refer to summer as patio and rooftop season since that’s the only time our outdoor dining establishments are guaranteed to be popular. And if you want a true rooftop experience, just head to Casey’s Whitefish this summer and head up to SkyBar. Casey’s is located at 101 Central Avenue in downtown Whitefish....
Here is the thing, Georgians: Our great state is home to a totally awesome experience that people literally come from all over to enjoy. Perhaps you haven’t heard, or maybe you just didn’t understand how significant this exhibit is for Georgia, but we are here to tell you that this amazing completely glass wall is world-renowned and will totally bring out the adventurer in you. There is an exhibit in the Georgia Aquarium that is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before....
Encompassing over 18,000 acres, the Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) contains some of the most biodiverse habitats in North America. Filled with pine savannas, salt marshes, saltpans, bays, bayous, and maritime forests, the reserve provides sites and scenery like nowhere else in the state. Perfect for everything from recreation to education, this hidden gem is worth checking out. The Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is located near the small community of Pecan in Jackson County....
Detroit has no shortage of high-rise hotels and amazing places to stay. Whether you settle into a room with a view atop the Renaissance Center or opt for for a hostel-style setting in the heart of the Motor City, you’ll certainly find a place to rest your head when you visit. But there’s one hotel in Detroit that takes the cake as the city’s most unique inn, and you’ll undoubtedly want to visit....
Did you know the longest swinging bridge in THE UNITED STATES is located right here in little ol’ Tennessee? The privately-owned bridge, close to 400 feet across (!!!!), is located on Foxfire Mountain and attracts an impressive amount of tourists on an annual basis. Curious to take a look? Don’t continue if you’re afraid of heights, folks – unless you’re looking to swing across the Bridge of Prosperity, any further and you’ll be above the abyss....
While many are familiar with the incredible Luray Caverns, fewer are aware of all the intrigue that awaits inside. Beneath the Shenandoah Valley, this unique cavern system hides all sorts of treasure. Did you know that deep within the cave, there’s an organ which uses stalagmites for its pipes? In other words, this massive musical instrument is built right into the cavern itself. Here’s more on the attraction and why you’ll want to visit soon:...
There are plenty of great festivals in New Hampshire, celebrating a variety of interests – beer, art, food, and more. None of those, however, quite match up to what we think is the most epic event in New Hampshire – the New Hampshire Highland Games and Festival. This year’s event runs from September 15–17, and you absolutely won’t want to miss it. The New Hampshire Highland Games and Festival is held each September at Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, and is one of the largest Scottish heritage festivals in North America, regularly drawing more than 40,000 visitors....
For Indianapolis’s fluffiest residents, life just got a little easier. Responding to a rash of duckling drownings in a popular downtown canal, the city has installed four tiny ramps along the concrete edge of the canal to help young ducks and geese get out of the water. Last year, the human residents of Indianapolis began reporting a large amount of dead ducklings floating in the water of the canal. The city discovered that the concrete edge of the canal was too high for many of the baby birds to climb, and they had been unable to get out of the water....
It is hard to believe that it was only a mere century ago when mining was still a thriving, often popular occupation in the Centennial State. Men (and sometimes women) from all over the world were moving to Colorful Colorado and settling in and around small towns proven to be abundant in gold, silver, and other precious minerals. One of these popular towns was that of St. Elmo, which at one time recovered millions and millions of dollars worth gold from area mines....
If you’ve lived in Southern California long enough, you may recall that the Los Angeles Zoo was once located in Griffith Park. It opened in 1912 and was a popular spot for kids and families until it closed in 1965. Instead of tearing down the original structures, they were left standing and still remain on the property today. It makes for an eerie tour to walk through this old zoo that was once bustling with life....
Jewell Island is located just a few miles off the coast of Portland, but when you’re there it truly feels like a world away. Accessible only by private boat, water taxi or your own kayak (we recommend this option), the island offers miles of trails. Corey Templeton / Flickr It also offers endless exploration of its many abandoned forts and WWII-era buildings. If you arrive by kayak, head to Cocktail Cove....
Now that we’ve reached another heat wave, everyone is looking for the perfect way to cool off. There’s no better place than Cove Lake, a 160-acre scenic lake that sits in the shadow of the highest point in Arkansas, Mount Magazine. The restrooms there have hot showers. There’s drinking water, a boat dock, a swimming area, perfect spots for fishing, and even a concession stand and boat rentals. It’s the perfect place to spend a weekend getting away from it all while ensuring you don’t succumb to heat exhaustion in the process....
