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Alabama is home to many unique restaurants. If you’re looking for one of these restaurants to visit before summer ends, look no further than Pirates Cove. This tropical themed restaurant offers a dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Read on to learn more about Pirates Cove in Alabama. Pirates Cove is a unique restaurant that’s located on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast, near the town of Elberta. In 2017, it celebrated its 60th anniversary....

Wyoming is full of stunning natural landscapes beyond the big national parks and forests. When you’re looking for a new kind of adventure, head to the Green River area to explore thousands of acres of pristine wildlife habitat at Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge is one of Wyoming’s often overlooked wonders. Flickr / USFWS Mountain Prairie There are more than 26,000 acres of preserved land here, including 36 miles of the gorgeous and powerful Green River....

Each region of the Empire State has something that draws in visitors, and when it comes to exploring the Finger Lakes you’ll almost always hear people raving about the area’s delicious wine and breathtaking gorges. Here’s the thing though, what if we were to tell you that this area was home to something else spectacular that you may have never even heard of? Showing you a whole new side of small-town New York, see why this one unique tour will leave you in awe....

Nothing signifies the start of summer quite like champagne and orange juice. At Harrison’s Landing, a waterfront restaurant that doubles as a boat tour agency, you can embark on a Sunday morning mimosa cruise across the Corpus Christi Bay. Can you imagine a more perfect way to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather? Harrison’s Landing is a boat tour agency that operates on the pristine Corpus Christi Bay. While nearly constant scheduled events ensure there’s never a dull moment, the mimosa cruise is a perfect way to kick off summer....

Way back in 1926, a butcher named Fred Angell started selling a loose meat sandwich out of his shop, and soon he opened a restaurant in Muscatine, Iowa. He named the sandwich a “Maid-Rite”, and people flocked to feast on this tasty, unique burger spin-off. In 1927, Angell franchised the idea, and in 1928, Cliff Taylor opened Taylor’s Maid-Rite in Marshalltown. For nearly a century, Taylor’s Maid-Rite has earned a reputation for being Iowa’s most legendary sandwich shop....

New Hampshire might be the best state in New England. We know that and if the constant stream of visitors throughout the year is any indication, most of the country knows it too. But while we get lots of attention, not everyone from other places has us figured out. In fact, there are some widely held misconceptions about New Hampshire that we think need correction. Starting with these! Because we’re so rural, nobody has an education....

Located in Polk City, Big Creek State Park has a little bit of everything: Picnic areas, a beach, boat launches, hiking trails, and plenty of places to camp. It also happens to have one of the most impressive playgrounds in the state of Iowa, a sturdy structure that has stood the test of time. You’ll find Big Creek State Park at 8794 NW 125th Ave. in Polk City. Maydy / TripAdvisor The park sits on the shores of Big Creek State Lake, which was created as part of the Saylorville project to protect the city from flooding....

Summers were meant for playing in the water. Sure, you could always visit a local waterpark to beat the heat, but there’s something to be said for sitting back and relaxing in a tube while you float down a river, surrounded by beautiful scenery. When you’re looking for a spot to go tubing in Louisiana, head on over to Denham Springs where you can float down the Amite River which has some of the most beautiful scenery in the state....

There’s nothing like a thick, juicy burger, and carnivores will love the massive burgers at Bulldogs Grill. The burgers are handcrafted, and they consistently win awards for Best Burger every year. Bulldog’s Grill is an unassuming little restaurant that’s been serving up some of the best burgers in Illinois since 2010. You’ll find it in the northeastern part of the state, in the town of Wauconda. Jacob Woodward/Google Address: 122 Main Street, Wauconda, IL, 60084...

Here in Ohio, there are all sorts of fascinating day trip destinations—many of which might be even be an hour or less of drive time away from you. Few people know there’s an easily accessible fossil park in southwest Ohio that makes uncovering pieces of the past easy and fun. Trammel Fossil Park is a hidden gem that belongs on your family’s bucket list. It’s a free and fun activity that’s also educational....

When it comes to taking famous boat rides in and around Western New York, you’ll usually hear people begin to chatter about the Maiden of the Mist or perhaps even the thrilling Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours in Niagara Falls. If you’re looking for something a little lesser-known, we have a charming alternative for you. Jump in the car and start heading east – we’re stepping just outside of the city limits to go for a wonderful boat ride!...

When it comes to dining on Oregon’s coast, you have tons of options. From humble seafood shacks to stunning fine dining restaurants with ocean views, there’s a restaurant for every occasion and mood. Some of Oregon’s coastal restaurants are truly unique because of their specific location, which is certainly the case for The Horn Public House & Brewery. Take a look: Welcome to The Horn Public House & Brewery! This bright red restaurant is perched high on the cliff overlooking the Depoe Bay Harbor, and it’s one of the best places for a meal in Depoe Bay....

Living in Idaho can sometimes feel like living in a fairy tale. Surrounded by so much magical beauty, we count ourselves very lucky to live in a state with so many breathtaking landscapes. You can experience the beauty of a lesser-known region in Idaho when you spend a few nights at this incredible campground. This beautiful campground in Idaho is tranquil, rustic, and it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind....

If you’re like us, then the anticipation of the first camping trip of the season send chills of excitement up your spine as the weather warms up each spring. There’s nothing more satisfying and nostalgic than recreating all those summer camping trips we took as a kid – or the many more magical weekends we spent on similar trips with our own children. If you were raised here in the Tar Heel State, then chances are good that you’ve spent a weekend or two somewhere on Jordan Lake if you’re a camping enthusiast....

Located along Oahu’s southern shore is perhaps one of the most famous beach vacation destinations in the world: Waikiki. The beachfront neighborhood is full of luxury hotels and resorts, high-end shopping destinations, a plethora of fancy restaurants and more than one beach. The coastline that stretches from Diamond Head to Magic Island is home to nine distinct beaches, each of which is prettier than the last. Today, however, we’re not talking about a traditional beach but a man-made lagoon sure to impress....

Is your favorite way to relax and unwind with a glass of wine and a good book? While most of us typically enjoy this from the privacy of our own home, there is a new way to experience it – at a book-themed bar! Intrigued? Then you will want to grab your reading glasses and head to this Colorado library bar that is every book nerd’s paradise: Welcome to The Library Co....

South Carolina’s 187-mile coastline, although beautiful, has but a few spots that are unspoiled by man. Some, like the boneyard beach at Bulls Island near Awendaw, are only accessible by boat, but there is one that anyone with a car, bike, or even enough foot power, can reach. Its accessibility, combined with the untouched beach, make it the most magnificent remote beach in South Carolina. If you haven’t been to Driftwood Beach (a....

New Hampshire is an outdoors lovers dream. Especially in the spring and summer months when hiking is at its best. When the weather gets warm and the sun is shining, there are few things more fun than heading outside with a trusted companion and smelling that fresh air. This lake, located in near North Conway is one of our favorite ways to get outside! One of our favorite places for a summertime visit, Echo Lake State Park is actually very close to North Conway....

Forests often conjure fairy tale images, don’t they? Towering trees with golden sun rays peeking through. Lush forest floors. Birds singing. We all need a little bit of that fairy tale beauty in our lives, and experiencing it is only a half an hour away. Hike this enchanting forest trail near Pittsburgh that promises plenty of jaw-dropping scenery and picture-perfect moments. Pack everything you need - sunscreen and bottled water, for example - for your hike along Forest Trail in Raccoon Creek State Park, just a half an hour from downtown Pittsburgh....

When you’re in the mood for a tasty burrito with all the toppings, you need to make your way over to this incredible restaurant. Luckily, there are multiple restaurants peppered around the city, so you’re never too far away from some delicious Mexican food. Hope you’re hungry because the massive burritos at this New Orleans restaurant will satisfy all your cravings. Let’s check it out. Juan’s Flying Burrito first opened its doors in 1997....