As you drive along Baylor Street, you may notice an unassuming tree surrounded by a chain link fence. Well, it may not look like much now, but this resilient tree has been in the middle of some fascinating historical events. The stories are full of intrigue and mystery. There’s no other historical landmark in Austin quite like this 500-year-old tree. The Treaty Oak is the last remaining tree from the sacred grove of Council Oaks....
Textbooks and movies offer plenty of insight into the past, but there’s nothing better than physically walking through a bit of history. There’s one spot here in the Great Lakes State that allows visitors to experience an old-world atmosphere while enjoying plenty of modern charm, and you’ll want to visit. Battle Alley is situated in downtown Holly, Michigan. Google Maps This one-of-a-kind destination offers a little something for everyone, from eclectic shopping opportunities to all sorts of eerie, enduring stories from the past....
Antique lovers know the thrill of finding a one-of-a-kind treasure, or a special item that brings back nostalgia for a time long gone by. If you love to browse for antiques going back decades, you’ll want to visit Brass Armadillo Antique Mall in Omaha. Set aside an entire day for this adventure – this place is huge! If the idea of spending an entire day browsing through antiques makes you giddy, then you’ll definitely need to a pay a visit to Brass Armadillo Antique Mall....
Alabama is home to a variety of places that are perfect for spending a Saturday, including outdoor markets. One of Alabama’s most popular outdoor markets is Collinsville Trade Day, which is great for the entire family. To learn all about Collinsville Trade Day, including what makes it stand out among the rest of Alabama’s outdoor markets, take a look below. Collinsville Trade Day is located in the small town of Collinsville, Alabama....
When it comes to breathtaking waterfalls, South Dakota has all the other states beat. From Spearfish Falls to Bridal Falls and Falls Park, there is no shortage of these all-natural masterpieces to go around, and we wouldn’t have it any other way! Speaking of Falls Park, did you know there is a restaurant where you can actually enjoy your lunch AND the view all at the same time? It’s true and you are going to want to visit ASAP:...
Stop and think for just a moment. When is the last time you sat outdoors, put your feet up, and just relished the silence? Sure, you might hear an occasional chirp from a bird, the buzz of a bee, or the whoosh of the wind. But, for the most part, it was just you and nature, so peaceful that the sharp sound of a car’s engine might startle you. If you need a little more relaxation and nature, plan a getaway at this enchanting alpaca ranch in Missouri, where you’ll sleep in a room in a hand-built log cabin....
There’s a cheese shop in Middlebury, Indiana that has been around for decades, and every Hoosier needs to visit. This place is full of all the best dairy products. If you like a wide range of fresh cheeses, you’ll definitely want to visit this country store. Check it out: Heritage Ridge Creamery is a small town cheese shop that has been in business since 1979. It was stared by an Amish resident and sold in 2017 to a larger corporation....
A sky full of hot air balloons is no doubt a majestic sight. And that sight is even more magical when the hot air balloons are set aglow and drifting across the night sky. Luckily, there’s an upcoming festival where you can experience both – and a whole lot more. Take a look: Held in downtown Seymour, Balloon Rally is set to take place on August 9 - 10, 2019....
When summer is in full swing, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all that there is to do. After all, winter is just around the corner. We Minnesotans have to make up for lost time by soaking in every minute of sunshine during our hazy, humid summers. Instead of rushing to every corner of the state to fulfill your summer bucket list, why not concentrate your activities into one area? There’s a small town in Minnesota that is absolutely booming with summertime activity....
Finding authentic Italian cuisine in the Land of Enchantment can be quite the hunt, but this family-owned restaurant on the West Side of Albuquerque has been every local’s favorite since the ’80s. A main draw for this spot is their bottomless dinner and lunch buffets that feature all of the pizza, pasta, and salad you can eat. Get ready to be treated like family at this true Italian restaurant that will overfill you with all-you-can-eat spaghetti and pizza....
When you’re driving and hungry and the landscape is dotted with restaurant after restaurant, it can be a bit difficult to see past the obvious choices. But sometimes, it pays to look a little further at those options that may not be as close to the road, or in a brightly colored building, or have some other attention-getting mechanism that screams: eat here! Such is the case with this unassuming roadside eatery in Charles Town....
Spend a day outdoors amongst the natural beauty of Ohio, and your soundtrack will likely be the warbles and tweets of the many species of birds that call The Buckeye State home. These pretty, feathered friends are a joy to see in the wild, but sometimes they get sick or injured, and that’s when Ohio Bird Sanctuary steps in. Visit this charming little place to see all kinds of birds close up....
Though the 1950s ended more than 60 years ago, the era still lives on for many people around the world – even those too young to have experienced the ’50s for themselves. Here in Minnesota, one of the best ways to experience eras of the past is to visit a decade-themed restaurant. One of our favorites is a fantastic ’50s-themed restaurant that will help you revisit the glory days. Take a look:...
When you’re trying to track down the best broasted chicken in Iowa, there’s really only one place you need to go. Make the drive out to Sneaky’s in Sioux City and you’ll be sure to have one of the best meals of your life. This chicken is out of this world! For more than 40 years, Sneaky’s Chicken has been serving up the most delicious broasted bird in the Midwest from an old fashioned restaurant in Sioux City....
Now that spring has officially arrived in North Dakota, you can look forward to seeing beautiful flowers again all across the prairie. Not only will the wildflowers come back into bloom, but some of the state’s garden attractions will open and be flourishing once again. Here is a charming botanical garden that is a true sight to be seen you won’t want to miss seeing during the spring and summer:...
Do you have a sense of adventure you need to indulge this summer? If so, there’s a little-known kayak tour that you need to know about. Kayak the Bay on South Bass Island is a one-of-kind experience that’s surprisingly not as challenging as it might sound. One of the best ways to experience the island, this Put-in-Bay attraction will make you feel like you can take on anything. From the experienced kayaker to the beginner, this is an item that belongs on your Ohio bucket list this summer....
Attention all Potterheads! It turns out that you don’t have to travel all the way to Southern California to transport yourself to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. There’s a unique Airbnb right here in Northern California that will do the trick. This Harry Potter themed Airbnb definitely goes all out, and it’s a dream come true for any fan of this mega-popular book and movie series. For a magical getaway you definitely won’t forget, plan a stay at this incredibly unique Airbnb....
If you’ve spent any time in Minnesota, you know that it’s not just 10,000 lakes that make our state stand apart from the rest. Minnesota’s northern stretches are filled with vast, thick forest that is full of activity. Whether you dream of spotting a moose or exploring a quiet winter forest on a cross-country ski trail, Minnesota’s forests have just the place for you to visit. And if you desire a little bit of everything, you’ll find that too....
Oregon is home to more than 720 wineries, and most are located in the Willamette Valley, where the soil is rich, the climate is mild, and the scenery is stunning. One county in particular has more than 80 award-winning wineries, and if you’re a wine connoisseur, you need to pay this region a visit. With more than 500 wineries, the Willamette Valley is the place to explore if you’re a wine enthusiast....
From disastrous floods to terrifying killers, Austin has seen some ghastly events. Did you know that the Texas State Capitol has seen some bone-chilling deaths? Or that twin tornadoes touched down within the city limits? These are five horrifying Austin stories you didn’t learn about in history class. The Austin Dam failure of 1900 Freshwater and Marine Image Bank/Wikimedia Commons In April 1990, water levels gushed over the Austin dam, causing the structure to give way....
