In the late 1800s, gold rush fever swept the American frontier. Men hoping to get rich hunted for gold deposits on the outskirts of rugged mountain towns. One such town was Mystic, South Dakota—which is located in the shadow of the Black Hills. In 1879, Mystic—also known as Sitting Bull—had a population of 100 eager…
Road trips. California. These three together in a single sentence are enough to elicit any road-tripping fan’s innermost travel fantasies and desires. With hundreds of miles of coastline, pristine national forests, valleys, and some of the best resorts in the country, what better way to see it than by road trip? But where should you…
Florida has always been among the top places for studentsβ getaways. Sunny, full of beautiful beaches, and vibrant, this state welcomes young people for the best vacation of their lives. But, while cities like Miami, Orlando, Naples, and Jacksonville might be the most common destinations, there is one place that is lesser known but no…
Jackson Hole, Wyoming certainly isn’t the sleepy mountain town that it once was. In recent decades, visitors from around the globe have flocked to Jackson Hole to enjoy the town’s rustic charm, unsurpassed scenic beauty, and close proximity to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park. Jackson Hole may attract significantly larger crowds than it used…
The Dorset Marble Quarry—which holds the distinction of being the oldest marble quarry in America—was established in Vermont in 1785 to provide the burgeoning United States of America with stone for libraries, mansions, and other stately buildings. Marble from the quarry even found its way across the border to Montreal, Canada. The quarry thrived until…
Admirers of the Bluegrass State will happily tell you that Kentucky is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States. Red River Gorge Geological Area—located inside of the Daniel Boone National Forest— is home to lively blooming plants, sandstone arches, and the robust Red River which is ideal for canoeing. If…
Often overlooked in favor of the glitz and glam of Miami or the theme park delights of Orlando, Tampa is one of Floridaβs most underrated destinations. Written off for years thanks to a (largely unfair) sketchy reputation, Tampa has hit the headlines in the last few years, thanks to a booming food and live music…
Most people associate the city of Los Angeles with rows of palm trees, endless sunshine, and plenty of posh places to eat, drink, and be seen. Lots of folks are unaware that Los Angeles is also home to an ancient crude oil reserve that trapped countless plants and animals in its sticky pools. The La…