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With spring here and summer just around the corner, we’ve been making a long list of ways we want to get outside during the next few months. There are lots of fun beach trips on the horizon, but what we’re really looking forward to are camping trips! The only problem? Not everyone in our life is as eager as we are to spend a night outdoors. For those folks, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite and more unique campgrounds with the hope that even those who hate camping will find something they love....

Soon, we will be in the throws of Carnival Season (pun intended), where there will be parades just about every weekend to keep us occupied. We’ve got a long weekend coming up, and it’s just the ticket to get out of the city for a few days and explore a different part of the state. The following destinations are all within a two hour drive, and make for a perfect long weekend with the family....

Within the past few years, restaurants have started thinking outside the box in their design. First it began with a wave of food trucks, but lately, the more eco-friendly design of shipping containers has taken over. We recently wrote about the delicious coffee shop made out of shipping containers, but this special shipping-container-designed restaurant is perhaps the most unique of them all. Delia’s Chicken Sausage Stand in Atlanta, Georgia is not only one of the most delicious spots in the city, but it also is located in one of the most unique buildings....

When you’re craving a hearty pulled pork sandwich or some slow-cooked brisket, where do you go? Fortunately, there is no shortage of amazing barbecue restaurants in Ohio. (Be sure to check out this list.) There’s a Dayton area restaurant that you absolutely need to know about, however. Company 7 BBQ is a family owned and operated joint that’s hiding some of the best barbecue in the state—and the nation. With award-winning food and sauces, this one-of-a-kind themed restaurant belongs on your dining bucket list....

If you’re trying to track down the best pies in Iowa, head to a rural country farm on the outskirts of Urbandale and get ready for a tasty surprise. Not only can you find fresh fruit at this family owned orchard, but you’ll find tasty pie straight out of the oven. Unless you knew where to look, you might drive right past Iowa Orchard in Urbandale. Facebook / Iowa Orchard This small family orchard is home to some of the best pick-your-own fruit in the state....

Did you know there is a historic lightship right in Lewes? Chances are you’ve seen the bright red boat, but if you walk right past it, you’re missing out on a fascinating piece of history. For decades, lightships patrolled the coasts of America, doing work where lighthouses could not. The Lightship Overfalls, docked in Lewes, is one of the few remaining ships open for public tours. Overfalls was built in 1938 and served in Connecticut and Massachusetts until she was damaged in a storm and decommissioned in 1972....

Pizza is always a good idea. It’s easily customizable, so you can make sure everyone in your group is happy, and it’s the best for sharing with your loved ones. Next time you’re hungry for a slice, head over to this delightfully charming pizza joint in Natchitoches where they’re serving some of the best homemade pizza in Louisiana. Natchitoches is known for many things. From their Christmas Festival to the Steel Magnolia House, thousands of visitors flock to Louisiana’s oldest city every year to stroll through the streets of this historic city....

Spring hasn’t officially sprung just yet, but fields of wildflowers are already blooming across Arizona. We can’t imagine a more promising sign as to how the season will unfold this year. One particularly lovely spot on the San Carlos Indian Reservation is particularly vibrant. Known as Peridot Mesa, this poppy reserve is putting on quite a spectacular show – and it hasn’t even peaked yet! Named after the August birthstone that abounds in this sacred landscape, Peridot Mesa boasts a different gem for all to see during springtime....

Sometimes the treasures found in small town Indiana are gems we want to keep to ourselves, but there’s an attraction in St. Joe that is just too much fun to keep contained. These free pickle factory tours will teach you all about the art of everyone’s favorite brined cucumber, and the best part is the tasting at the end. Check it out: Sechler’s Pickles are a local Indiana brand that Hoosiers in the northeast corner of the state can’t resist....

Looking for a unique getaway in Georgia that will give you some reprieve from day-to-day life? How about a place where you’ll be immersed in nature and beauty at every turn? No, we’re not talking about this overnight stay at an alpaca farm, despite it being quite the experience. Instead, we’re talking about the bed & breakfast in Mineral Bluff, Georgia, that allows you to spend the weekend away from it all but surrounded by quite a few gentle giants....

Let’s do something exotic today, Missouri! When you say Missouri, most people wouldn’t automatically think exotic, right? But, did you know that you don’t have to travel to a tropical locale to go scuba diving? You can learn how to scuba dive and go scuba diving in Missouri at one of our beautiful state parks. Spend a day exploring Table Rock Lake at State Park Marina, where you can learn how to scuba dive or, if you’re already a seasoned diver, go out on dives....

Who says you can’t have donuts multiple times a day? They aren’t just a breakfast pastry – they can be a treat for any time. If you’re a donut lover who wants to partake in some of North Dakota’s finest bakeries and donut shops, we’ve got just the trip for you. It’ll take you on a day trip around part of the state to try out some of the best donuts you’ve ever had....

Have you ever dreamed of the perfect camping spot, where you can do everything you love to do in the perfect place? This camping spot might just be that fantasy for you. It might not be prime camping season yet, but we figure you can reserve your perfect stay well before you get there. It’s like a fairy tale campground, except it’s all real. You’re definitely not dreaming. Let’s go!...

Our big, beautiful state is home to more than 100 volcanoes and volcanic fiends that have been active within the last 1.5 million years. But it’s not every day you get to explore ancient lava flows and a once-active shield volcano up close. If you’re as fascinated with Alaska’s geological origins as much as we are, you’ll want to add this epic volcanic trail to your hiking agenda as soon as possible....

Nevada is home to all sorts of ancient treasures and historical landmarks, but few compare in age to this 5,000-year-old tree stump. This tree had been around for a long, long, long time before it was unfortunately cut down, and seeing it for yourself is a downright humbling experience. We can only imagine how glorious the tree would look if it was still standing today, but it’s still a breathtaking destination all the same....

For a state with so much coastline, including the bay, rivers, and ocean, lighthouses are plentiful. The following Maryland lighthouse just may have some of the best views in the state. Surrounded by a walkway on the water, you can enjoy many scenic sights from all angles. Come see this spot any time, but you’ll especially be in awe during sunrise and sunset! Today’s feature takes us to Cambridge, Maryland. It’s a waterside town nestled next to Choptank River....

Summertime has arrived in the Motor City, and the new season lends itself perfectly to plenty of fun in the sun. When you’re ready to splash your troubles away, load up the family and head to this awesome waterpark near Detroit. Whether you’re eight years old or eighty, you’ll undoubtedly adore this exciting summer destination. Waterford Oaks Waterpark is located at 1702 Scott Lake Road in Waterford Township, approximately 45 minutes by car from downtown Detroit....

The pesky, yet somewhat magical, 17-year cicada invasion is set to happen in a few short weeks for parts of West Virginia – and all of neighboring Pennsylvania. There are several broods of the cicada that only emerge once every 17 years in northern states – and they number in the millions! Unlike their green cicada cousin, also commonly referred to as a locust, these dark cicadas from Brood VIII will cover the landscape with color and the air with a song that sounds like an electronic buzz – a never-ending whir of busyness....

Cincinnati is definitely a city with its own character and traditions, some new and some old. In a city with so much history and with a diverse population, we are lucky to have so many unique gatherings that keep things fun and interesting all year long. The Queen City loves a good festival, and there is no shortage of them throughout the year. As you’re planning out 2019, make sure you pencil in these seven weird and wacky festivals in Cincinnati that you simply can’t miss, and one of them begins today!...

They say time is money, and this is particularly true for renters and homeowners in the more expensive neighborhoods in and around Cleveland. There is nothing more disheartening than living paycheck to paycheck, especially if you feel tied to an area because of family or a job. However, there are many neighborhoods and communities in and around Greater Cleveland that are surprisingly affordable places to live. Want to love where you live without breaking the bank?...