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A little friendly competition never hurts, and if you’re in the mood to really challenge your friends at something, we’ve got some summer fun for you. There’s a challenging mini golf course in Lincolnshire, Illinois that is known as the most difficult in the country, and if you can get through it, you’ve got skills. Check it out: Par-King Skill Golf in northeast Illinois is known as one of the best mini golf courses in the entire country....

What do you do when you need to get away from it all? Curl up with a good book and let your imagination take you worlds away? Snuggle under the blankets for a long, leisurely rest? Or, do you prefer to get outside and do something fun? Well, a day at this clear lake near Pittsburgh certainly promises a picture-perfect opportunity to get away from it all, to relax, and to recharge....

Enter land full of mystical wizards, majestic queens, and thrilling jousting matches. Sherwood Forest Faire sits just 35 miles east of Austin, but it’ll make you feel like you entered a storybook. This amazing experience lasts until April 21st, and you won’t want to miss out. Take a day trip to this magical medieval forest fair near Austin. Step back in time and experience the medieval era. Sherwood Forest Faire/Facebook This immersive experience will make you completely forget about the 21st century....

South Carolina’s coast is home to countless restaurants; most of them dishing up creative, unforgettable, mouthwatering dishes. We’re lucky that way, to have more restaurants all around us than we could possibly ever experience in one lifetime. But we can TRY, can’t we? Here’s a restaurant to put on your bucket list. Nothing says “tropical” like huge plates of seafood doled out at a waterfront table with sweeping water vistas and soft live music to boot....

Small town Mississippi is home to some wonderful gems – and Southern Antiques in Laurel is one of them. Don’t let the name fool you, though. The huge 3-story shop carries a lot more than antiques. Dubbed a “unique home, gift, and bridal store,” it has a little bit of everything. Take a look: Opened in 1995, Southern Antiques is located in the historic district of downtown Laurel. Southern Antiques, Laurel, MS/Facebook...

Wave pools just promise tons of fun – whether you wade in the shallow end or hang out in the deep end. And, on those scorching days, you’ll find few better ways to cool off than with the crash of cool water over you. Stay cool all summer long when you slip into this 375,000 gallon wave pool in Missouri. Then, explore the rest of the thrilling water attractions. Feel the waves crash over you in this 375,000 gallon wave pool at Big Surf Waterpark, in Linn Creek, which features numerous water attractions....

It’s never too early to plan your next beach vacation, and if you find yourself looking to try something new, there’s a hotel in Lewes that is sure to capture your heart. This unique bed and breakfast is one of the coolest places you’ll ever sleep. Just two blocks from the beach in the charming town of Lewes, you’ll find the Blue Water House Bed and Breakfast. Google Local / Jess Berndt...

Nashville is home to a lot of things, but until 2017, a hometown pretzel bakery was not one of them. Now that Nashville Soft Pretzel Co has opened up shop, it’s hard to imagine a Music City without them! This hometown gem makes soft pretzels scattered with thick grains of salt the old-fashioned way, and we can’t get enough of it. Check out this neat local company below! Nashville Soft Pretzel Co - Instagram Nashville gained its first pretzel bakery in 2017, with the quiet opening of Nashville Soft Pretzel Co....

A total lunar eclipse is coming to Massachusetts this month and it promises to be one of the coolest astronomical events of the year. This kind of lunar eclipse has a particularly incredible moniker – it’s known as a “super wolf blood moon.” Though it sounds like an event more suited to the Halloween season, the eclipse will be occurring this month on the evening of Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019 and will continue to be visible until Monday, Jan....

Whoever said learning isn’t fun has clearly never been to the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum. An incredible visit for all ages, the museum brings history to life through a ton of life-sized exhibits. Even better, there’s no charge for admission! Take a look: Tucked away on a National Guard Base in Hattiesburg, the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum (MAFM) is a true hidden gem. Mississippi Armed Forces Museum/Facebook Opened for more than a decade, it’s the state’s “official military history museum....

Longing for a family experience like those found among the memories of your own youth? From time-honored eateries to old-fashioned general stores, South Carolina still has a few places where you can step into the less complicated world found in a bygone era. Virtually everywhere in America, drive-in movies are becoming a thing of the past. At least three still exist in South Carolina — including the Monetta Drive-In. Facebook/Monetta Drive-In Theatre “The Big MO” Also known as The Big Mo’, it’s celebrating 20 years this season and has grown to three fields with three huge screens and three double features (for the price of one) every week....

Make the most of the wintertime by visiting the perfect place in North Dakota to enjoy it. We’re not talking about some big a bustling ski resort area or anything like that, but rather a quaint small town that transforms into a winter wonderland. This time of year is perfect to visit, and here’s why: The tiny town of Fort Ransom is the perfect winter getaway to visit after the snow has fallen and the river valley it’s nestled in turns into a beautiful snowy scene....

History buffs, this one’s for you. There is no doubt that the Hawaiian Islands have undergone monumental changes throughout the years. Life in Hawaii in the 1940s, in particular, was drastically different than it is today. Not only was World War II in full effect after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor but Hawaii was an American territory, not a state. Taken during the 1940s, these 13 photographs will give you a glimpse into this decade of uncertainty....

A historic barbecue joint in Tennessee?! It doesn’t sound too surprising, does it? Sure, you may find bbq eateries touting their family values and generations-long experience in the culinary business, but it’s Leonard’s Pit Barbecue in Memphis, Tennessee that gives us all the feels. This is where you can show up and expect to be treated like family, where you’ll fall in love with your favorite bbq platter and order it again and again, a nostalgic tie to warm summer afternoons spent in the southern sunshine....

The weather is finally warm and all we want to do is spend our time outside in New Hampshire. But, there are only so many hikes we can go on and trails we can discover. Sometimes we just want something fun for the whole family that’s easy and might even include ice cream. What could be more fitting than mini-golf? This spot is so much more than just your average mini-golf place....

Alaska winters can be long, but there are so many beautiful places in this state to hole up for the weekend. No matter whether you’re headed north or south for your getaway, we have some of the best Alaskan options for a cozy retreat during the cold weather! Denali Overlook Inn, Talkeetna, AK Denali Overlook Inn Website Denali Overlook Inn Website The Denali Overlook Inn will enchant you all year long!...

Ohio is fun. From unconventional, magical overnight getaways to whimsical factory tours, the Buckeye State is a giant playground to those looking for some old-fashioned fun. The following are 13 places that will make your kids instantly fall in love with Ohio. See which ones you’ve been to before and which ones you need to add to your family’s bucket list: The Mohicans (Glenmont) Jason Crocker/The Mohicans Remember the days when you were a kid and all you wanted was a tree house to stay overnight in?...

Cheese lovers, rejoice! There’s an amazing store located in North Austin, and it’s full of delectable eats. Austin Cheese Company serves delicate wine, scrumptious sandwiches, and (of course) incredible cheese. Step inside this bright and cheerful destination and indulge a little. This delicious Austin cheese shop will have your mouth watering in no time. The welcoming atmosphere will immediately make you smile. Austin Cheese Co. is your go-to place for tantalizing flavors....

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest has long been a favorite destination in the Bluegrass State and this year it’s received a lot of attention. There’s a giant reason why the forest has been all over your newsfeed, thanks to the addition of Thomas Dambo’s forest giants. You may not realize that these giants are on display at Bernheim to celebrate the forest’s 90th anniversary, and that is not all they have planned....

Here in Alabama, we’re lucky to have access to many types of places to eat, including an array of cafeteria-style restaurants. One of the state’s newest cafeteria-style restaurants is Bow & Arrow, which takes cafeteria-style dining to a whole new level. To learn all about Bow & Arrow, including why it’s different from most other cafeteria-style restaurants, take a look below. Bow & Arrow is a brand new restaurant in Auburn, Alabama....