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With approximately 750 miles of coastline, the Hawaiian Islands are ultimately home to some of the greatest beaches in the country – and perhaps even the world. But not all beaches are created equal – in fact, there are some beaches so dangerous, swimming should be avoided. From strong undertows and massive waves to unprotected shoreline and dangerous currents, these 10 dangerous beaches in Hawaii might be pretty enough to stop for a few photographs, but we certainly wouldn’t suggest swimming while you’re there....

When most people think of Arizona, they imagine a barren, dust-ridden land. The joke’s on them because we actually have a large number of lakes in Arizona for fishing, boating, and any other water activity you can imagine. Some are naturally occurring beauties of all sizes and others are human-made reservoirs that can still be quite alluring. Check out the best lakes in Arizona, and remember to stay safe around water!...

St. Louis is a great city for a staycation, and you’ll love adding some of these best day trips in Missouri to your unique destinations list! The city and its surrounding region are full of incredible attractions at which you could easily spend an entire day. Why travel out of state for an unforgettable time when you can explore the best your region has to offer and sleep in your own bed at the end of the day?...

We’ve all heard of all-inclusive resorts, but what about all-inclusive attractions? We’re talking about the kind of day trip destinations that offer a seemingly endless array of experiences. In Portland, Oregon, this unicorn of a destination can be found at Washington Park, a place where you’ll discover all sorts of new, exciting, and beautiful adventures. There are so many wonderful attractions in the Beaver State: the Portland Japanese Garden, Oregon Zoo, Hoyt Arboretum, International Rose Test Garden… and guess what?...

With vast areas of farms that grow fresh crops throughout the Land of Lincoln, there’s no reason for us to not be eating farm-to-table cuisine. If you would like to dine at a farm-to-table restaurant in Illinois, Firefly Grill in Effingham serves some of the freshest food imaginable using many ingredients grown right in its gardens. Found along the shores of Kristie Lake in Effingham, Firefly Grill serves classic American fare with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and sustainability....

They say that the sky goes all the way to the ground here in Nebraska, and nowhere is that more true than in our spectacular prairie land. Far from the boring seas of grass most people picture when they think of prairies, these unique ecosystems contain multitudes of plant, insect, and animal life. You’ve just got to slow down and take the time to appreciate the simple beauty. The gorgeous Gjerloff Prairie is located in Hamilton County between the Platte River and the little town of Marquette....

If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to head to the boardwalk but not wanting to deal with crowds, blazing sun, or even rainy weather, well — you’re in luck! iPlay America is an enormous indoor amusement park in New Jersey that brings the best of the boardwalk to you, right near the Freehold Mall. This enormous indoor amusement park is in the heart of Freehold, less than a mile from the town’s popular mall....

It’s no secret that life moves at a fast and stressful pace. But, what if you could disconnect and go off the grid? Would you do it? It’s actually not as hard as it sounds and here in Utah, there is one town that actually makes it quite easy to unplug — Park City. In fact, Park City is considered one of the best cities in the entire country to live off the grid....

When looking for places to visit in KS, sometimes we’re lucky enough to pick a scenic drive when we’re headed across the state, but other times we have to search for it ourselves. There’s a wonderful list of beautiful places in KS to go if you are looking to immerse yourself in our state’s beauty, and you’re looking at it! Of course, these places to go in KS are only the start of many beautiful locations all over our state....

If you’re someone with a sweet tooth, you’ll agree that one of the very best parts about going out to dinner is browsing the dessert menu. And some of us might pick out our dessert before we’ve even checked out the entree selections. If this is the case, we have just the place to recommend: Shyndigz Restaurant in Richmond, Virginia. This is a very special spot because it focuses only on desserts....

Here in Alabama, we love to eat! And with so many delicious options, it’s hard to pick a favorite. Instead of taking on the difficult task of selecting a favorite Alabama food, let’s take a look at 13 iconic dishes that are highly regarded by most Alabamians. Barbecue facebook/Bob Sykes Bar B Q Thanks to its smokey flavor, barbecue is known as one of the best types of food in Alabama....

The Garden State has 130 miles of gorgeous coastline, and, when combined with numerous resplendent rivers and lovely lakes, we definitely don’t have a shortage of waterfront restaurants in New Jersey. There’s not much better on a beautiful day than dining on delicious food while enjoying scenic views, and there are few better states to accomplish this than New Jersey, way say! And yet, with so many waterfront restaurants from which to choose, where does one begin?...

It wasn’t all that long ago that most Montanans had to do the majority of their shopping at their small-town general store. And while that is no longer true, many of us still appreciate seeing the general stores we have here in the Treasure State, like this one. Stutzman’s Country Market is a small family-owned country market that doesn’t look like much from the outside. But this place is always packed with provisions, including a few you didn’t know you needed....

Here in Northern California, we know a thing or two about good seafood. However, don’t expect to find the best seafood in a big chain restaurant. Rather, you’re more likely to find it in a hole-in-the-wall restaurant that really doesn’t look like much. Spud Point Crab Company in Bodega Bay is one of these hole-in-the-wall restaurants. While the seafood at this dining establishment is going to make your mouth water, it is the clam chowder that you’ll constantly find yourself craving....

Delaware’s crab shack scene is one of the best parts of living in the First State. Our no-frills hole-in-the-wall restaurants serve up the best crabs you’ll ever get to try. For some of our favorite blue claws, head to The Surfing Crab in Lewes. The Surfing Crab is one of the best crab shacks in Delaware, and you’ll find it busy all season long with hungry Delawareans picking their fill of fresh Blue Claw crabs....

Michigan has a plethora of amazing sights to see and a rich history to explore. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy all that the state has to offer while also indulging in some good ol’ nostalgia, look no further than Northern Michigan Trolley. You can take an authentically old-fashioned trolley ride to explore various must-see places in Michigan – in style! Northern Michigan Trolley boasts several trolley options for many different occasions....

Once you are responsible for children, you gain skills you weren’t aware of before. For instance, after our son was born, my wife and I developed a keen sense of what makes a well-designed playground. We became critical of landscape architecture! We realized we had preferences. Does the park have clean and accessible bathrooms? Are there enough places to sit? Is there a green space for games and unstructured play? Are there areas for both older and younger children to enjoy?...

You may think you’ve explored the Nutmeg State in every way possible. You’ve taken road trips by car, hiked some of our wonderful trails, maybe even taken a kayak or boat up the Connecticut River. But have you ever been on a train ride in Connecticut? Trains are such a delightfully old-fashioned way to explore our great state. You don’t have to worry about filling up at the pump or deal with being stuck in traffic, and the fact you don’t have to drive means you can spend the whole time admiring the great scenery....

Looking for a beautiful hike in the Sebago Lake area? Look no further than the Pismire Bluff Trail. This 1.5-mile hike will take you not only through the beautiful and classic Maine forest but with a wonderful view at the top. Once at the peak of this trail you will notice a nice view of Crescent Lake and Sebago Lake nearby. On a clear day off on the horizon, you will see the White Mountains’ beautiful peaks in New Hampshire, including the ever towering Mount Washington....

Have you ever wondered where the most drinkers are in Florida? We used data from County Health Rankings & Roadmaps to determine the counties with the highest percentage of adults who reported binge or heavy drinking. Residents in the top 10 counties all reported 19% or higher (way higher for the top spot), where the overall percentage for Florida residents was 16%. When we came to a tie, we used data from FindTheHome to determine which county had the highest number of bars per capita (given as bars per 10,000 residents)....