Explore America’s strangest places: ghost towns, odd roadside attractions, mysterious natural wonders, abandoned sites, hidden deserts, caves, and bizarre small towns.
Are you dreaming of your next getaway? Do you want to visit a city that has everything – bursting with energy, history, historic monuments, and delicious food? Look no further than Nashville, Tennessee. Often called “Music City,” Nashville isn’t just another destination. It’s an experience that blends history, music, food, and culture into one unforgettable…
For at least a few hundred years, Cajun communities in Louisiana have gathered to light huge bonfires near the levees that line the Mississippi River on Christmas Eve. No one is exactly sure how this tradition started, but most historians speculate that Catholics lit bonfires so they could find their way to Midnight Mass on…
Welcome to Scottsdale, Arizona, a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. Scottsdale transforms with the seasons, offering an array of events and activities throughout the year. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these seasonal happenings are a fantastic way to experience the unique culture that Scottsdale has to offer. Let’s…
It’s no secret that Santa favors snow-covered northern destinations, but Maine‘s Christmas capital still may surprise you. The quaint coastal town of Ogunquit—whose name roughly translates to “Beautiful Village by the Sea”—hosts an annual Christmas celebration known as Christmas by the Sea which attracts Christmas enthusiasts from around the United States. Christmas by the Sea…
If you’re a germophobe, it is best to steer clear of the Gum Wall near Seattle’s Pike Place Market. Each day, countless visitors press pennies into discarded wads of gum and affix them to a historic wall. The wall of gum has created a colorful tableau that adds a welcome splash of color to Seattle’s…
Prior to the 1900s, the state of West Virginia was home to hundreds of water-powered grist mills. West Virginia residents would cart bags of grain and corn to the mills to be transformed into flour that could be used for cooking and baking. If money was short, it was not uncommon for customers to trade…
In the late 1960s, an eccentric Florida developer named G.A. “Furgy” Fergason is Homosassa, Florida asked one of his associates to spruce up a rocky outcropping that had been damaging incoming boats. Furgy’s righthand man got a little carried away with his rock beautification efforts and ended up creating a small island. Eventually, the man-made…
Nestled deep in Michigan‘s Upper Peninsula, Tahquamenon Falls is a stunning series of waterfalls recognized by its distinctive cola-colored waters. The Michigan State Parks describe these falls as the “one of Michigan’s most awe-inspiring sights.“ Featured in the writings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and a song by Sufjan Stevens, these falls have captured imaginations of…
