10 New York’s Most Underrated Kayaking Spots Worth The Drive
You bring the snacks, I will bring the roof rack! Now, let us sneak off to the stretches of New York that feel quiet the minute...
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These Cheesesteaks Are So Good, People Travel All Over Indiana to Get Them
I still remember the first time someone told me about Philly Steak & Lemonade in Merrillville. A friend swore it was worth the drive from anywhere in Indiana, and I laughed...
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This Hidden Virginia Seafood Restaurant Serves She Crab Soup Locals Swear By
Think your neighborhood spot serves the best she crab soup in Virginia? Locals in Chesapeake might argue otherwise, and they've got receipts to prove it.
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This Indiana Farm Offers a Cozy Winter Café and Indoor Paint Parties That Locals Can’t Get Enough Of
I discovered Driving Wind Berry Farm on a quiet Tuesday morning when I was searching for something different to do with my kids. We had driven past the sign on Michigan Road a...
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This Texas Unassuming Restaurant Is Easy to Miss but Impossible to Forget
Somewhere between Dumas and Borger, I turned off the highway and started questioning my life choices. A mile and a half down a dirt road that feels like it goes nowhere sits Double...
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10 Must-See Native American Heritage Destinations In New Mexico
Road trips are better when they feel real. That’s why New Mexico is such a great pick, it’s full of places that still...
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8 Jaw-Dropping Oregon State Parks Hiding Right Under Everyone’s Nose
Oregon is famous for Crater Lake and Cannon Beach, but some of the most stunning landscapes sit quietly off the beaten path, waiting for curious explorers like us. I spent months...
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This Oklahoma Swimming Hole So Charming It Comes With Its Own Cobblestone Glow-Up
Some people swear by fancy beach resorts, while others argue that the best swimming spots are the ones where nature does the heavy lifting and small-town charm seals the deal....
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The Iconic New Jersey Sandwich Shop Where Subs Come With Attitude
Ever walked into a sandwich shop where the staff doesn't take nonsense and the subs are bigger than your head? I'm talking...
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This Indiana City Turns Its Streets Into an Open-Air Gallery Every Summer
I remember the first time I drove through Valparaiso on a summer afternoon and spotted a massive mural sprawling across the side of a building downtown. It stopped me in my tracks.
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This Enormous Virginia Thrift Store Is Turning Road Trips Into Shopping Missions
Think thrift stores are cramped, chaotic spaces where you dig through dusty bins hoping to strike gold? Thrift Store USA in Norfolk flips that tired stereotype on its head.
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This Texas Restaurant Proves Sometimes the Best Ribeye Comes From a Simple Spot
If someone told me the best steak of my life would come from a converted hay barn in the middle of nowhere, I probably would have laughed. Then I went to Perini Ranch Steakhouse...
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This Oklahoma Lake Has a Sunken History Most Swimmers Never Notice
Some Oklahoma swimming holes have more beneath the surface than you’d expect. Lake Eufaula, the state's largest reservoir, hides more than just fish and old boat anchors under...
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This Sinister Spot in New Jersey Still Leaves Locals Stumped
Think you’ve seen a tree that chills you to the bone? Along a lonely stretch of Mountain Road in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, a gnarled oak has been fueling ghost stories, dark...
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This Tiny Indiana Restaurant Serves Southern Food So Good, It’s Worth Seeking Out
I’ve always been on the hunt for the kind of soul food that makes you feel instantly at home. When I walked into Simply Southern Soul Food on East 38th Street in Indianapolis,...
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This Tiny Virginia Café Serves Crêpes That Feel Straight Off A Paris Side Street
Stumbled upon a café that makes you question whether you accidentally took a wrong turn and ended up in the Latin Quarter? Clifton Cafe in historic Clifton, Virginia pulls off...
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This Texas Hidden Flea Market Features 500+ Vendors and Endless Food Options
Bussey’s Flea Market is one of those places where you tell yourself you are just stopping by, then realize hours have passed. Sitting right off Interstate 35 in Schertz, it feels...
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Oregon Is Home to a Massive WWII Blimp Hangar Museum Worth Visiting
I still remember the first time I saw Hangar B rising from the Oregon coast like some colossal wooden giant. My jaw dropped. This...
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This Unassuming Oklahoma Mexican Cafe Is the Kind of Place Locals Don’t Explain, They Just Send You
Some restaurants announce themselves with neon signs and billboards. Others let their reputation do the talking. Pecina's Mexican...
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This Old Railway In New Jersey Lets You Discover The Shoreline One Pedal At A Time
If you've ever dreamed of exploring Cape May from a completely different angle, Revolution Rail Co. offers an adventure that's equal parts workout, history lesson, and nature tour....
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This Little-Known Indiana Museum Is a Must-See for Superhero Fans
I’ve always loved superheroes, but visiting the Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum in Indiana, located at 1915 Cassopolis Street, Elkhart, IN 46514, completely exceeded my expectations....
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This Haunted Virginia Sanatorium Still Draws Chills From Its Troubled Past
Think your town has ghost stories? St. Albans, Virginia holds secrets that make most haunted tales look like bedtime stories. Tucked...
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This Underrated Texas Museum Let’s You Explore Human Body
I did not expect to have this much fun learning about the human body, but that is exactly what happened at The Health Museum in Houston. This is not a place where you read plaques...
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Oregon’s Giant Fabric Wonderland That Crafters Can’t Stop Talking About
I've been exploring fabric stores across Oregon for years, and nothing prepared me for the sheer magic of Mill End Store in Milwaukie. This place isn't just a shop; it's a 50,000-square-foot...
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An Off-the-Radar Oklahoma Diner Serving a Chicken-Fried Steak Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
What if the best chicken-fried steak in Oklahoma isn't at some famous spot on Route 66, but sitting right there on South 4th Street in Chickasha? Locals will tell you Mama Carol's...
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New Jersey’s BBQ Haven Where Smoke Signals Mean Dinner
I've traveled up and down the Jersey Shore more times than I can count, and I've learned that the best meals often come with a side of smoke signals.
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This Indiana Town Has a Sweet Spot That People Travel Hours to Taste
I have driven past Corydon more times than I can count, always wondering what the fuss was about. Then one Saturday afternoon, I finally stopped in this charming southern Indiana...
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This Little Diner In Virginia Has Turned All-Day Breakfast Into A Local Tradition
What makes a breakfast spot worth driving across town for, even when it's tucked into a shopping center next to a Dollar Tree? Some would argue it's the fancy decor or trendy menu...
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Texas Small Town You’ll Wish You Visited Sooner
Alpine caught me off guard in the best way. Sitting out in the high desert of West Texas, it feels like a mountain town that somehow slipped through the cracks while everyone was...
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9 Unassuming Oregon Towns With Big Stories Locals Love to Share
Oregon is full of surprises, and some of its best stories are tucked away in towns most people drive right past. I've spent years exploring this state, and I can tell you that...
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This Unassuming Oklahoma Diner Serves the Kind of Breakfast Locals Won’t Trade for Anything
Some folks say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Others claim it's just another excuse to eat carbs before noon. But...
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This Unassuming New Jersey Eatery Brings Offshore Catch Straight To Your Plate
Point Pleasant Beach holds a seafood secret that locals have been keeping to themselves for years. Atlantic Offshore Fishery at 212 Channel Dr isn't your typical fancy waterfront...
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This Historic Mansion In Virginia Sparks Arguments About The Confederacy
What happens when one of America's most celebrated founding fathers built a stunning estate on the backs of enslaved people? Monticello sits atop a Virginia hill, a testament to...
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This Texas Town Changed So Much Locals Barely Recognize It
Rockport has always been one of those places that felt easy to love. Before 2017, it had that laid-back coastal rhythm where the days blurred together in the best way.
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This Cozy Oregon Restaurant Serves Black Cod You’ll Never Forget
I'll never forget the first time I tasted black cod at Local Ocean Seafoods in Newport, Oregon. The velvety, buttery texture melted on my tongue like nothing I'd experienced before,...
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This Oklahoma Ghost Town Is Still Shooting Off Wild West Legends
Some folks think ghost towns are nothing but dusty ruins and forgotten dreams, but Ingalls, Oklahoma tells a different story. Sitting nine miles east of Stillwater in Payne County,...
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Top 9 Culturally Diverse Neighborhoods To Visit In New Jersey
New Jersey may live in the shadow of New York City, but don’t mistake it for second best. This compact state pulses with cultural energy that can rival any metropolis on the...
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This Indiana Café’s Breakfast Bowls Have Locals Coming Back Every Morning
Morning routines in Indianapolis just got a whole lot better. The Garden Table on Massachusetts Avenue has been serving up breakfast bowls that have turned casual diners into devoted...
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9 Hidden Missouri Spots Locals Think Are Worth Exploring
Missouri has more up its sleeve than most people realize. Sure, everyone knows about the big names, St. Louis, Kansas City,...
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This Virginia Restaurant Teaches Visitors About Southern History And Black Heritage
Think you've seen every way a restaurant can tell a story? Think again. Tucked away in South Boston, Virginia, there's a spot...
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Texas Seafood Buffet People Say It’s Worth Even a Long Drive
UMI Sushi & Seafood Buffet in Houston came onto my radar because people would not stop talking about it. Friends mentioned it casually, road trippers planned detours for it,...
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8 Unassuming All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Oregon That Quietly Win People Over
I stumbled upon some of the most unassuming all-you-can-eat restaurants in Oregon, and honestly, they changed my entire perspective on buffet dining. You know that feeling when...
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9 Coastal California Drives Locals Never Get Tired Of
You know how some roads make you instantly loosen your shoulders and forget the clock? That is exactly what the California...
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This All-You-Can-Eat Oklahoma Diner Turns Self-Control Into a Suggestion
Some people say self-control is a virtue. Golden Palace in Oklahoma City says it's more like a loose guideline. This sprawling...
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This Restored New Jersey Landmark From The 1920s Is Pure Architectural Magic
Have you ever wished you could step straight into another era without leaving New Jersey? I know I have - and walking into Loew’s Jersey Theatre in Jersey City felt exactly like...
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9 Easy Atlanta, Georgia, Road Trips When You Need Out But Not Far
Sometimes you just need fresh air without burning a whole weekend on the highway. You want somewhere close, easy, and low...
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This Indiana Bakery Serves Pastries That Keep Dessert Lovers Coming Back Daily
Every dessert lover in Indianapolis knows about The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, but not everyone understands why it has such a devoted following. Located at 6515 Carrollton...
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This Virginia Neighborhood Is A Cultural Mix Tourists Can’t Ignore
Think cobblestone streets are just for Europe? Think again. Tucked along the Potomac River, Alexandria Old Town in Virginia serves...
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Locals Say This Texas Town Is Tourist-Ruined Beyond Recognition
Gruene still looks like the kind of place you expect to stumble upon in a postcard. Weathered buildings, the Guadalupe River nearby, live music floating through the air.
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This Historic Oregon Mansion Is Said to Be Haunted and Visitors Still Report Strange Experiences
I never thought I'd be ghost hunting in a mansion, but here I am at Pittock Mansion in Portland, Oregon, and let me tell you, the stories are wild. Built in 1914 by newspaper tycoon...
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