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Even though Ohio isn’t a coastal state, you might be surprised to know just how many incredible waterfront restaurants we have. (Be sure to check out this list of waterfront seafood restaurants.) While many of these scenic restaurants are tucked away along the shores of Lake Erie or the banks of the Ohio River, there are still some waterfront gems hiding along our inland lakes. The Dockside Restaurant at Seneca Lake is beloved by locals and a pleasant surprise for visitors....

While you may enjoy curling up with a good book every day after work, your literary loving soul can’t spend every night on the couch. This bookstore bar in Rhode Island is a unique spot where you can sip, read, and relax while also enjoying a night out. Riffraff Bookstore and Bar is located in the Olneyville neighborhood of Providence. It’s a cozy spot that combines literature with your favorite cocktails and coffees....

Most of us probably have bucket lists, whether written down or not, of places we dream of going and the goals we want to achieve. If you’re an avid hiker or an outdoor lover, you might even have a bucket list just to keep track of all the spectacular trails in PA you want to explore. Whatever your bucket list looks like, add this enchanting trail in Pennsylvania that leads to natural tubs and a pretty little waterfall....

Nothing heralds the rebirth of spring quite like blooming flowers. The colorful little works of art remind us that even when things look dreary, there’s always a bright spot ahead. There’s a peaceful little flower farm near Norfolk that is the perfect embodiment of this philosophy, and you’ll want to visit this flower season. Welcome to Simpler Thymes Flower Farm! Facebook/Simpler Thymes Flower Farm This lovely U-Pick flower farm has rows and rows of colorful blooms that you can wander as you choose your very favorites to take home....

Mowdy Ranch is Oklahoma’s only wild mustang ecosanctuary dedicated to tourism and it’s beyond gorgeous. You can not only take a day tour but they offer overnight accommodations on the 4,000-acre wild horse ranch near the town of Coalgate that’s perfect for a peaceful getaway. Wild horse enthusiasts will love this place in southeastern Oklahoma that’s home to hundreds of wild horses in the most gorgeous setting. Alyssa Highley/Google Photos...

For the most part, Colorado is a pretty safe place to live, but like everything else, there are a few exceptions to the rule. Not sure what we mean? Take, for instance, these seven horrifying natural disasters that no one saw coming and changed the Centennial State forever. Denver Flood (1965) Hart Research Library via History Colorado Website / Item ID: 92.219.30 One of the first catastrophes that comes to mind when considering Colorado tragedies is the Denver flood of 1965, which is often referred to as the greatest disaster in city history....

Summertime is the time for firing up the grill or smoker and enjoying some good old BBQ. If you love BBQ ribs, you’ll love North Dakota’s biggest rib event of the year. Once again, this massive festival is returning and promising to be as incredible as ever. Come hungry and be ready for days of fun right here: From June 5th to June 8th, 2019, the annual Happy Harry’s RibFest will be taking place in Fargo....

Minnesota is full of fantastic places to find a good book. From our many impressive libraries to the local bookstores scattered across the state, there’s no shortage of places to get your read on. Next time you’re looking for your next new read, why not try out one of the best used bookstores around? This place is so big, in fact, that it might just be Minnesota’s largest bookstore. They have more than 100,000 books in stock!...

Back in the 1980s, video rental stores were all the rage. You could walk into a little strip-mall storefront and peruse thousands of VHS titles, then go home and watch at your convenience. Blockbuster Video emerged as the king of all video rental shops, but now there’s just one store left on the entire planet…and it’s right here in Oregon. Blockbuster video was founded in 1985, and thrived during the era of VHS and DVD rentals....

For the best burgers in Indiana, look no further than the small town of Paoli. There’s a little-known eatery there that’s known for it’s incredible fast-food that locals and tourists alike can’t resist. It’s worth a drive from any corner of the state to enjoy the food from this place. Scroll on for more details. The Superburger in southern Indiana is an iconic fast-food joint that locals have been visiting for years and which is known for its delicious hamburgers and Hoosier tenderloins....

Minnesota is well known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes. But that’s not the only water contained within our great state. Not only are there rivers, ponds, and waterfalls, there are also wetland areas that are crawling with wildlife. One of the largest is the Louisville Swamp located within the sprawling Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. This vast swamp is full of activity, and it’s well worth visiting for all nature lovers from Minnesota and beyond....

If you’re a fan of Johnny Cash, then chances are you know all about his influence on Northern California. After all, he recorded one of his most iconic albums, “At Folsom Prison”, right here in our region of the state. It turns out that there is now a trail that is dedicated to paying tribute to the musician, and it’s a must for any rock n’ roll lover. The Johnny Cash Trail was officially completed in 2017 and it’s both a wonderful outdoor experience and a unique art installation....

Maine does a lot of things right. Farms, nature trails, mountains, beaches and pie! In addition to that, we also have some of the most fun wacky attractions and oddities. The one we’re sharing with you today is certainly one of the most unique, but it also happens to be one of the most delicious. Of all the farms in Maine, this one takes the cake…err, pie! There are plenty of farms to visit in Maine - especially as we get closer to the summer....

Leave your town behind for a trip to the most remote country. There’s a farmhouse bed & breakfast in Aviston, Illinois that you’ll wish could be your permanent home. Check out what makes this hidden getaway tranquil: Timmermann House Bed & Breakfast in southern Illinois is an old 1947 farmhouse that was remodeled in the 1990s and reopened in 1995 as a quaint place to get away from it all. Though little-known, it is certainly a charming haven that offers some serious relaxation....

Do you long for a Hawaiian vacation chock full of palm trees, umbrella drinks, and hula dancers? Sadly, these expensive tropical vacations are out of reach for most of us, but that is no reason to despair! Why? No, we aren’t suggesting maxing out your credit card or sneaking into a plane’s cargo area, but rather visiting this tropical-themed South Dakota restaurant that is a must-visit before summer’s end: Nestled away in the heartland of America is South Dakota’s best tropical-themed restaurant: the Turks & Caicos Cabana Grille....

If you’re kind of person who is never caught dead without their Tardis, there’s a marvelous attraction in Camby, Indiana that you’ve got to check out ASAP. This Doctor Who-themed store just southwest of Indianapolis is heaven on earth for any lover of British sci-fi. You won’t be able to help but geek out at this unique spot. Scroll on for more details. Who North America is the largest American retailer of merchandise themed after the world’s longest-running science fiction TV show, Doctor Who....

Fall is quickly approaching. And in addition to cooler temperatures, it brings with it lots of opportunities for seasonal fun. For most, that seasonal fun includes pumpkin patches and corn mazes. However, there’s another option for fall fun that most are completely unaware of – a sunflower maze. Offering a magical take on the classic corn maze, this sunflower maze is sure to become a new fall favorite. Take a look:...

Where do you stand on the in-flight small talk issue? According to a survey of 1,500 travelers by British Airways, people are pretty divided when it comes to chatting up seat-mates on planes. Here’s what most people think is okay when talking to your neighbor on a plane and how to avoid awkwardness on your next flight. Don’t overshare. Pexels Most survey respondents agreed that personal details aren’t appropriate to share when it comes to airplane small talk....

Cleveland is a city that’s fairly young when you consider that our eastern neighbors hosted some of the first European settlements in what would become the United States. Despite this, it seems that a great deal of history was borne right here in Cleveland and the surrounding region. While much of this history is common knowledge amongst residents, Cleveland contains a great deal of hidden history. Today we’re taking a tour through time, and we’ll be visiting some historic happenings that just may surprise you....

What’s one of the first things that comes to mind when someone says Pittsburgh? The Steelers? The incredible skyline? Or, the Allegheny, the Ohio, and the Monongahela Rivers? Pittsburgh and the Three Rivers are pretty much synonymous, right? And, if you’ve never fallen asleep under a starry sky as one of those rivers gently rocks you to sleep, you’re in for a real treat when you reserve a night or two aboard this charming houseboat near Pittsburgh....