One of Kentucky’s favorite pastimes is an afternoon drive on a scenic back road. The Bluegrass State is full of these gems, some connect small towns, while others surround the perimeter of a natural wonder. No matter what type of scenery you prefer, you’ll find it on one of the very best scenic drives in Kentucky. Kentucky Route 77 Flickr/Mark This 14-mile stretch of highway in Powell County earns its spot thanks to the mysterious Nada Tunnel....
You just can’t beat delicious food with a peaceful view. Wouldn’t you agree? Fortunately, the Buckeye State is home to several waterfront restaurants that are perfect for spring and summer dining.The following are 9 lakeside restaurants in Ohio with delicious grub—some of which you can dock your boat right up to. See how many you’ve been to before: Tilton Hilton (Lakeview) Tilton Hilton/Facebook Charlie Brown/Google Images Where the burgers are bigger than your head and the floors are tilted, this local favorite is a fun, quirky stop after a day on Indian Lake....
A hearty appetite deserves an equally hearty – and delicious – meal. Stop that nagging growling of your stomach by cutting into what might be the biggest and the best prime rib in Missouri. This charming steakhouse offers bone-in and boneless prime rib, which comes paired with a scrumptious side, certain to leave you feeling satisfied. Kreis’ Steakhouse & Bar, tucked in St. Louis, boasts a mouthwatering menu, starring some of the best steaks available - New York Strip, porterhouse, ribeye, and filet mignon, to name just a few....
Most of us like to have a lot of choices, especially when we go to a restaurant, right? Usually, however, when we head to our local hot dog joint, we have a few types of hot dogs from which to choose. Quick and easy decision. When you cure your latest hot dog (or fries) craving at Dogs ‘N Frys in Missouri, however, you’ll have so many choices you might face a delicious dilemma....
Nothing beats an escape to the mountains when you feel like surrounding yourself with Idaho’s natural beauty. Sitting at 8,300-feet above sea level, Lake Cleveland is a high-altitude lake that you can actually drive to. Boasting views you’d typically only experience after a grueling hike, finding this lake is well worth the drive! It’s even home to a handful of campsites, so make a weekend of it, pack the canoe, and head out to this incredible alpine lake this summer....
Summer adventures don’t have to end once the sun goes down. In fact, nighttime is often the ideal time for a summertime adventure, as the smoldering heat of the day gives way to a somewhat cooler evening. Fly across the sky under the shimmering moonlight, for example, on this zipline in Missouri. The Zip at Night Tour, hosted on select evenings by Adventure Ziplines in Branson, offers a breathtaking experience – both beautiful and thrilling....
Do you feel chills of terror go down your spine when you imagine experiencing the paranormal? Does the thought of seeing a ghost cause excited anticipation? Regardless of how you feel about the paranormal, you’re going to want to meet the ghosts that reside at this haunted hotel in Pennsylvania. Forget all of those scary stories where ghosts are the bad guys. When you check into the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, a delightfully haunted hotel, you just might be lucky enough to…...
For most of our readers, the COVID-19 pandemic and all of the uncertainties surrounding it may go down in history as one of the most trying times in our lives, thanks to not only the health aspect but also the astronomical unemployment rate and being cooped up in our homes for months at a time. When it comes to our parents and grandparents, however, one of the most trying times was WWII, which affected both those fighting on the front lines and those waiting back home....
Editor’s Note: The Tacos and Tequila Festival has been postposed until Sunday, June 14, 2020. The information below has been updated accordingly. Seriously. The only thing better than tacos – is unlimited tacos. And as if this delicious prospect wasn’t enough, a ticket to the upcoming Tacos and Tequila Festival also includes all the Lunazul Tequila cocktails you can responsibly drink! Get ready to double your dining and drinking pleasure on Sunday, June 14, 2020, in Greenville at the largest and tastiest taco festival in the state....
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, we’ve got the perfect place for you! Head to Layton, where you’ll find Soda Crazy. This little shop makes delicious Italian ices, mixed soda drinks, ice cream floats, and the most decadent sugar cookies you’ll ever try. Check it out: Soda Crazy has been satisfying sugar lovers in Layton since 2015. Owners Shellie and Russ Nielsen are locals, and they love bringing all their favorite sweet treats to the community....
Though the year is only halfway over, it’s been pretty eventful so far. And with the 2020 hurricane season predicted to be one of the worst in years, it doesn’t look like things will be slowing down anytime soon. That’s right; the meteorologists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predict an above-normal season. Read on for all the details. Running from June 1st – November 30th, hurricane season has officially begun, and the NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center expects it to be quite active here in Mississippi....
Picture this: Rows upon rows of wild, unbelievably fragrant, vibrant purple stems of lavender sprouting in every direction you look. That’s the sight you’ll see when you visit Red Oak Lavender Farm in the beautiful rolling mountains of Dahlonega, Georgia. This lavender farm in Georgia is the very first and only open-to-the-public lavender farm in the entire North Georgia area. That should be enough reason for you to start planning your trip, but if you need a bit more incentive, then here it is…...
A soup and sandwich combo is one of the most classic lunches in existence. Sub sandwiches are perfect for this, with quite a variety of ways to combine toppings into one yummy hot or cold sandwich. If you’re hankering for the best subs in North Dakota, you’ll definitely want to go to Grand Junction, a regional chain with locations in many of the state’s large cities. Here’s what they have to offer:...
Kansans will find a way to enjoy nature even if the weather doesn’t exactly agree with having a day out in the sun. For those days when you just want to connect with our beautiful natural landscape, this easy loop trail in Kansas is the perfect thing to pick. Welcome to the always stunning Wilson Lake State Park, where you never expect just how beautiful it really is in person....
Hiking is a wonderful way to breathe in fresh air, get some great exercise, and enjoy the unparalleled natural beauty of our state. And while plenty of our nature trails will take you 10 miles into the forest (and take up your entire day), one of Washington’s most beloved trails happens to be a mere mile in length. If you’ve never been to the Evergreen State’s temperate rain forest, The Hoh, make this the year you check it out....
Louisiana may have gained statehood in 1812, but its history goes much further than that. There’s one spot in northeastern Louisiana that goes back thousands of years, and you can visit it to learn more about this fascinating place and its earliest inhabitants. Poverty Point World Heritage Site dates back more than 3,400 years. Mark J./Trip Advisor The mystery that surrounds this site is slowly becoming clear, but we still have much to learn about some of Louisiana’s first residents....
Mount Rose is Washoe County’s highest mountain within the Carson Range, ranking 37th among the most prominent mountains in the state. The hike begins at 8,700 feet above sea level, with Mount Rose’s summit at 10,778 feet. This extinct volcano is located in the Mount Rose Wilderness in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest between Reno and Lake Tahoe. The stunning 10.6-mile hike to Mount Rose’s summit takes hikers past beautiful waterfalls and through alpine forests en route to the top and is highly touted as a fun family outing suitable for children and well-behaved pets....
North Carolina’s most visited state park is a wild experience. So much so, it’s been described as like something from another world… or at least another continent. If you’ve yet to discover the unique living sand dunes at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, then prepare for an otherworldly experience everyone in the family will treasure. Jockey’s Ridge State Park is located in Nags Head and is like no other place on the east coast....
There are just a few things we’ve noticed that ALWAYS stir up controversy in the Mountain State…don’t you agree? The Blue Ridge Mountains Steve Byrne/Flickr Do they or don’t they run through West Virginia? This is a tricky one. Some official documents claim they do; some claim they don’t. Which side do you take? How much of your opinion is tied up in the song “Country Roads”? Hot Dogs Jennifer Pauley/Flickr So we all agree we like them, but…DOES THE SLAW GO ON TOP OR ON THE SIDE?...
There are many beautiful sights to see around Cincinnati, but one thing you may not expect to pass on a daily basis is a majestic castle. But it turns out, you don’t have to go on a tour of Europe to experience these magical structures that seem to be straight out of a dream. Here are 7 captivating castles you won’t believe are near Cincinnati and that you’ll want to seek out as soon as possible....
