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New Jersey is home to some pretty incredible museums – Sterling Hill Mining Museum, Newark Museum, New Jersey State Museum, Liberty Science Center, Battleship New Jersey, Montclair Art Museum, and the Morris Museum, for starters. But it’s not all about the big name museums, we have dozens of lesser-known gems – Liberty Hall Museum, the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts, the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey, and the Stickley Museum, to name a few....

When it comes to creating the perfect dining experience, it’s all about the atmosphere. Well, mostly. The food should be good, too! It turns out there is one restaurant that excels in both and you’ll definitely want to pay it a visit. This riverfront restaurant couldn’t have a more beautiful location, as diners will enjoy stunning views of the river as they indulge in top-notch food. This might just be one of the most beautiful restaurants in the state so be sure to add it to your food bucket list....

Anchorage is home to one of the cutest stores in Alaska. A small, unassuming building downtown is filled with one of the most delightful range of yarns and hand knits in the world! Home to the very rare qiviut fiber, customers travel far and wide to get to this little shop and purchase their wares! The tiny little Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-operative is located in downtown Anchorage, Alaska. Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-operative / Facebook There the co-operative sells hand knits from over 250 Alaska Native women from all over the state....

Utah has tons of great dining spots, and it’s also well-known for its many theater venues from Logan all the way down to St. George. If you’d like to combine dining with theater, there’s a little spot in Murray that you need to visit – and it’s perfect for the whole family. If you’re looking for a unique date night or a fun family activity, head to Desert Star Playhouse, where you’ll find live theater with a humorous twist....

We all have our favorite pizza joints. Whether you’re craving just a slice or a whole pie, Indiana is full of eateries serving this American take on an old-world classic. But if you’re looking for the real deal, you can try pizza certified by Italy right here in the Hoosier State. To protect its culinary customs and history, the Italian government gives designations verifying the originality of products from its country....

Everyone loves a good farmers market, right? There is something so rewarding about waking up early on a Saturday and enjoying a stroll through the different vendor tents, seeing all the local fruits and vegetables and artisan goods. If you’ve never been in the Sarasota area though, you probably don’t know about this staple of the community. What has been around since the 1970s has turned into one of the greatest farmers markets in the state of Florida, and it deserves a visit....

There’s nothing better than enjoying a meal with a view. Luckily, we have several options when it comes to lake view restaurants where you can sit back, relax, and watch a mesmerizing sunset over the water. Here are 7 patio restaurants in and around New Orleans where you can dine and watch the sun set. The Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar The Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar/Facebook The Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar/Facebook Overlooking the beautiful Lake Pontchartrain, The Blue Crab opened its doors in 2012 and they’ve been gaining popularity with every passing day....

There’s no denying Alabama is a great place to call home. From mountains and caves to beaches and lakes, there are a variety of places that perfectly sum up the Yellowhammer State. Listed below are just a few of these amazing places, and you’ll want to visit them all. Take a look: Cheaha Mountain tripadvisor/Big_Globe_Traveler The best place in Alabama to experience a spectacular view is atop Cheaha Mountain, which is home to Cheaha State Park and the Talladega National Forest....

If you’ve lived in Southern California long enough, you already know that one of SoCal’s best features is its many scenic settings that can be enjoyed from behind the wheel on a leisurely Sunday drive. Here is one of our favorites to experience. It’s one of Southern California’s highest roads, so you can count on a pretty epic view along the route. Located in Los Angeles County, the Angeles Crest Highway is one of the highest roads in the state with segments of the highway reaching an altitude above 7,000 feet and a summit of 7,903 feet....

Located just 22 miles outside of Shreveport lies a beautiful sanctuary where chimpanzees go to retire. This incredible organization is dedicated to making sure these beautiful creatures can spend the rest of their lives in paradise, living out their golden years in complete freedom. It just so happens to be the largest chimpanzee sanctuary in the world, and it’s right here in Louisiana! Chimp Haven was founded in 1995 out of a need to fill a void in long-term chimpanzee care....

Summer is here, and there are so many ways to celebrate. Austinites love taking a splash in Barton Springs Pool, hiking through the greenbelt, and relaxing under shaded patios. But if you really want to soak up the season, nothing beats this rosé-filled outing. Texas Fine Wine has partnered with Lake Austin Riverboats to bring locals a one-of-a-kind experience. This sunset wine cruise in Austin is the perfect summer adventure....

Warm weather will be here sooner than you think in Connecticut and with the arrival of sunny days, all kinds of options for enjoying a meal outdoors will open up. While picnics are lovely, if you want someone else to do the cooking you’ll have to find a restaurant with a great open-air space. In Mystic, you can enjoy a unique treetop dining experience so wonderful that you’ll become a regular before summer’s end....

The Atlantic Ocean is filled with mystery and intrigue and luckily, some of it washes ashore in South Carolina. If you love taking a walk along the beach to look for shells and more, then a visit to Folly Beach is in order – especially if you collect shark teeth. For some reason… perhaps due to the current or possibly even the position of the island’s coastline against the sea and incoming tides, Folly Beach catches loads of fossils....

There’s definitely no shortage of beautiful lakes to explore in the Gem State. You could live here your entire life and still never see them all. However, there’s one lake that you’ll want to make it your own personal mission to see for yourself. This hidden gem is tucked away in a remote area of the Sawtooth Mountains, but it’s so worth the journey it takes to get there. The crystal clear lake is a true natural wonder—the likes of which is bound to leave you in awe....

If you love a little friendly competition and the freedom of driving as fast as possible, you’ll want to bring your friends or family to the largest go-kart track in Indiana. Situated in New Castle, this exciting place will provide you with unforgettable fun. New Castle Motorsports Park is a one-mile road course in central Indiana that is ideal for the true racing fan. Facebook/New Castle Motorsports Park It features a 950-foot back straight as well as a 28-foot wide track that will make you feel like a professional racer....

If you haven’t been to the Wisconsin Dells since you were a kid, you have to check it out. As much fun for adults as it is for little ones, the iconic Wisconsin vacation destination just keeps pushing the envelope by adding more attractions, and the folks that have been there for decades keep innovating to keep up. Noah’s Ark bills itself as America’s Largest Waterpark and heading here for a day of fun in the sun is practically a Wisconsin childhood rite of passage....

Bonjour! If there is one thing France is known for, it’s their fine foods – and pastries are at the top of the list, as far as we’re concerned. Around here, in spite of all of the incredible eateries found in the Tar Heel State, it’s not all too common to encounter a bakery that masters the art of French pastries in the way Amélie’s French Bakery & Café does....

While there may be many things in Georgia that you can find underground—hiking trails, rivers, and even restaurants, this underground club might just take the cake. As the only subterranean ping pong club in Atlanta, see for yourself why this unique underground pong table is so special. Switchyard Downtown Club in Atlanta could easily be overlooked with all the high rises and corporate buildings surrounding. Facebook Switchyards Club But perhaps the most unique aspect of this entire space is the subterranean ping pong club at the corner of Williams Street and Ted Turner Street....

Montana’s craft beer scene has really exploded in recent years. In fact, the Treasure State is now second in the nation for the number of craft breweries per capita, and we couldn’t be happier with that title. Since most Montanans would agree that the only thing better than sipping on a cold beer on a hot day is sipping on one on the banks of a lake or a river, we suggest you head to these waterfront breweries the next time you’re craving a cold one!...

If the mountains are calling your name this season, we have a destination that promises some of the best views around. The Iris Inn, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a bed & breakfast featuring beautiful rooms and cabins for rent. The cabins are perched on the mountain and will give you the distinct feeling of being in a treehouse. Here’s more on this incredible bed & breakfast near Waynesboro, Virginia....