The state of Oregon is celebrated for its vineyards, breathtaking coastline, and quirky cities. Most casual visitors are unaware that Oregon has a booming cheese trade. The Tillamook Creamery in Tillamook, Oregon is considered the cream of the crop when it comes to cheese production in Oregon. Tillamook Creamery visitors can learn about how cheese…
One of the most stately, celebrated churches in the United States is tucked away in an Arkansas forest outside of the city of Eureka Springs. The forest is so remote that standard GPS generally gives visitors the wrong coordinates. In the 1970s, a retired teacher named Jim Reed envisioned a non-denominational meditation chapel surrounded by…
The sleepy northern Alabama town of Cullman is home to a unique religious shrine which has captivated visitors since the early days of the 20th century. Crafted almost entirely by a lonely Benedictine monk named Joseph Zoettl, the Ave Maria Grotto features miniature replicas of celebrated churches, statues of saints, and even a few secular…
Cryptology may seem like an obscure line of work, but there is no question that sending, receiving, and decoding secret messages has played a major role in more than one stunning military victory. The National Cryptologic Museum—which is located next to the National Security Agency’s headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland—offers visitors a chance to learn…
Named after pioneering meteorologist and physicist Thomas Corwin Mendenhall, Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier is located approximately 12 miles north of the city of Juneau. Visitors can catch a bus in Juneau that transports them to a popular glacier trailhead. Travelers can hike one of several trails surrounding Mendenhall Glacier and explore ancient forests, view stunning sapphire…
St. Augustine, Florida is undeniably one of the most unique cities in the United States. St. Augustine was founded by Spanish explorers in 1565. A stately cathedral, an alligator farm, and a pirate museum are a few of the captivating sights that visitors can expect to see if they spend any length of time in…
The East Coast is undeniably a bustling place. Cities like New York, Boston, and Philadelphia serve as international centers for business and culture. In addition to being home to world class restaurants, museums, and towering skyscrapers, the East Coast is also home to numerous naturally beautifully spaces where city dwellers go to recharge. Block Island,…
In the early 1950s, merchant Con Miller decided to build a trading post in North Pole, Alaska. Con had a history of dressing up as Santa Claus and visiting with children in the surrounding area during the Christmas season. While Con’s trading post was under construction, local legend states that a little boy recognized that…
