While there are plenty of fun activities in South Carolina, this digging adventure is second to none. At Diamond Hill Mine in Abbeville, you can go digging for real crystals that are straight from the mine. Being one of the largest crystal mines in the South, there are endless opportunities to find a true hidden gem! This mine is ‘unsalted’ meaning every crystal you find is true to the earth and not placed in the mine....
Central Avenue in Hot Springs can easily take a week to fully explore (especially if you’re soaking somewhere in Bathhouse Row). One of your afternoons needs to be spent perusing the Downtowner Marketplace. This upscale flea market has a wide range of vendors for all your self-pampering and gifting needs. Let’s take a stroll around this little labyrinth of booths and see what we can find: Since 2017 the Downtowner Marketplace has brought one-stop shopping to Hot Springs visitors....
When life gets crazy and stress seeps into your mind, there’s no better antidote than nature. Hubbard Park is home to a breezy out-and-back trail that’s full of splendid views. Listen to the birds chirp and take in the breathtaking vistas. This trail will make you feel relaxed and renewed. Hubbard Park is full of gorgeous hiking paths, but nothing beats the trail to Castle Craig. Josh Buckley/AllTrails Your journey begins at the White trailhead near Mirror Lake....
Ready to get your blood pumping, your heart racing, and your competitive juices flowing? We’ve got just the spot for you. There’s one incredible destination here in the Great Lakes State where you can fulfill your need for speed while enjoying an awesome outing with loved ones. Round up a few pals and head out for the adventure of a lifetime without leaving Michigan. Extreme Indoor Kart Racing is located at 2259 W Vienna Rd in Clio....
A juicy burger is the first thing to come to mind when we’re hungry. Especially when we’re really hungry you want something that’s going to fill you up, satisfy you and taste great. Whether it’s a traditionally simply version between a toasted bun or something that’s piled high with unique toppings, there’s nothing like a burger to satiate a true craving. But the only thing better than the perfect burger is the perfect burger that comes in lots of different ways!...
What comes to mind when you think of classic Montana entertainment? Good food, live music, delightful company, and ice-cold beverages? You’ll find all that and more at Gunsight Saloon, a relatively new pub in Columbia Falls with a whole lot of history behind it. This is the perfect place to spend a Saturday night (or random Tuesday afternoon). Gunsight Saloon is located in the heart of downtown Columbia Falls. Petra263PA / TripAdvisor The eatery opened in 2018, but the building’s history goes back much farther....
Do you ever just want to get away from it all – far away? So far away, in fact, that you head to the most remote area in Pennsylvania? Well, when you’ve got that urge, set the GPS to take you straight to Hammersley Wild Area. There, you’ll be miles away from civilization as you explore a vast, breathtakingly beautiful roadless wild area. You really can’t get any more remote than Hammersley Wild Area in Austin....
Calling all cookie lovers! If you’re someone who craves late-night sweets but doesn’t always feel motivated to bake them, you’ll be positively delighted to learn about a business known as Insomnia Cookies. This beloved chain, with several locations throughout Virginia, makes late-night home deliveries until 3:00 a.m. Here’s more on this cookie shop that promises to make all your late-night cookie cravings come true. Insomnia Cookies can be found in various locations throughout Virginia, ranging from Blacksburg to the D....
EDITOR’S NOTE: La Veranda has permanently closed. A scrumptious Italian meal and a view, anyone? We’re pretty fortunate in PA to have so many beautiful lakes and rivers – from Lake Erie to the Susquehanna River – that offer picture-perfect views. One of the best, most relaxing ways to enjoy the water is from a seat at your favorite waterfront restaurant. Lift your glass in a toast to the sweeping beauty of the Delaware River as you dig into a delectable Italian meal at this waterfront restaurant in Pennsylvania....
You don’t always have to wait for Taco Tuesday, National Margarita Day, or Cinco de Mayo to indulge in Mexican food and margaritas. Here in Ohio, we have several exceptional Mexican restaurants that are sure to satisfy your taco or enchilada cravings. In fact, one of the state’s best Mexican restaurants dates back to the 1950s. Loma Linda’s Restaurant in Swanton has been serving delicious margaritas and authentic Mexican cuisine since 1955....
There’s nothing better than indulging in a big plate of your favorite comfort food. From chicken fried steak to macaroni and cheese, there’s one little restaurant that’s got some of the best comfort food in South Carolina, and you’re going to love it. The redneck rolls, in particular, are so delicious that you’ll get them for the table to share, but you’ll find yourself wanting to eat them all, they’re that good!...
Washington’s Hood Canal is a quiet, peaceful, oyster-filled place we can’t wait to visit again when the time is right. While you’ll have your choice of accommodations when that time comes, we can’t think of a cooler place to stay than this old ranger station turned guest house we discovered on Airbnb. If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway, this is both a charming and extremely affordable option. The Ranger Station is located in the small community of Hoodsport on the Hood Canal....
If you’re looking for a place to hike, camp, or explore, Oregon’s forests are beyond compare. Our forests cover about 48 percent of the Beaver State – 30 million acres – and beyond industry and recreation, they also provide the most beautiful settings for our daily lives. Here’s a restaurant tucked into the middle of a forest that has a gorgeous atmosphere and some legendary steak dinners. When you’re looking for a dining experience with a drop-dead gorgeous view, you’ll want to head to Stone Cliff Inn in Oregon City....
Folks who aren’t Hoosiers often think we miss out because we aren’t on the coast. What they don’t know is that we have some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. During the summer, folks flock to the shores to cool off. But we love the beach for other reasons including walks on the Dune Succession Trail. The landscape is beautiful, but it’s the unexpected views of the water that we love most....
Within the breathtaking forests of New Hampshire, you’ll find that there are all sorts of hidden gems to uncover in these woodland areas of our state. Recently here at Only In New Hampshire, we featured the fact that if you’re willing to go exploring through our woods, you can even find the remains of an old castle out in the Madame Sherri Forest – Whoa! If you’re ready to discover a secluded destination though that offers an adventure that’s a bit more savory, then you’re going to be over-the-moon once you lay your eyes on the Italian Farmhouse....
Few things feel more like home than Maine’s lighthouses. They are the lights that guide us home, both literally and figuratively. For those who are only visitors to Maine, the lights represent happy memories and, for over a hundred years, they’ve been a beacon of home for sailors. But, they’re also incredibly beautiful. In honor of the state’s beautiful history, we’ll be taking you on a lighthouse road trip in Maine, folks....
Mississippi’s historic sites aren’t limited to antebellum mansions and battlefields. One of the state’s best sites from the past is Sky Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) – and that’s because it’s where you’ll find some of the oldest trees on earth. Not only are the trees ancient, but they’re huge, too. When it comes to exploring the WMA, there are several options – one of which is a 2.6-mile paddling trail....
There’s certainly something special about dining in a restaurant that holds a lot of history. Here in Louisiana, there’s no shortage of historic restaurants, and we’ve found one of the best. Hiding in the tiny town of Washington, the Steamboat Warehouse in Louisiana serves up some amazing food in a historic atmosphere for a memorable meal that you’re sure to love. Let’s check it out. With a population of less than 1,000, Washington may be a small town outside of Opelousas, but it’s holding a big secret....
One of the most exciting scenic drives in Nevada has the most unsettling name. The Death Drive may not sound very promising at first glance. In fact, it sounds downright dangerous. However, those who brave this strangely named scenic road trip are in fact rewarded with some of the most spectacular destinations that Southern Nevada has to offer. Taking you through valleys, mountains, and everything in between, this road trip literally has its ups and downs....
No matter what the time of year, we face the kind of weather that makes us want to feel cozier. In the spring it could be those few days that turn chilly as a holdover from the winter. In the summer, it’s the rainy ones. And of course, in the fall, it’s the days that remind us that winter’s on the way. And in the winter? The cold, snow and icy rain makes us somehow hungrier and in search of the most comforting meals....
