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Kansas is home to stunning daily sunsets and plenty of attractions to keep us busy all year long. However, Kansas isn’t known as the paradise it really is. These beautiful places hiding in plain sight are the perfect reason to get out there and make it an adventure day. They also happen to be 11 of the most beautiful places in Kansas. Bucket list, anyone? Grinter Farms - Lawrence Patrick Emerson/Flickr Many of us have seen Grinter Farms, but most of us aren’t willing to wait an hour or two just to get in....

While there are so many hikes scattered throughout Louisiana, the following trails are ideal for a family-friendly outing. Along with being flat and not too strenuous, the trails mentioned in the following article have scenic views and unique points of interest that are worth visiting when you’re in the Bayou State. Read on to learn more about the adventures you’ll have with your family when you hit any of these trails....

Summertime. It’s the best time of year, full of cheeseburgers, best friends, and a couple of cold ones. Out here in Tennessee, well, to be more direct, Nashville, we know how to do summer right. At the lake. Here are a couple of the best lakes near Nashville you can look into this summer, whether you’re looking for a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle or a bit of time on the water....

When the city gets to be too much, Minneapolitans are lucky to have many small towns to escape to. In any direction you go, a visit to a charming small town nearby will help you recharge and refresh. These towns are full of interesting sights, but the most important thing they offer is the peace and quiet you just can’t get in the city. Next time you’re feeling stressed, take a little trip to any of these slow-paced small towns near Minneapolis where life is still simple....

Do you love staying in places that feel like an adventure all their own? The beautiful desert scenery that comes with this adobe stay is going off-grid to experience. The views are so sublime, you’ll forget about everything else! True R&R await at this off-grid adobe dome in Texas. Welcome to Terluna, the off-grid adobe dome of your Airbnb dreams. If you’ve ever enjoyed roughing it outdoors for a camping trip, you’ll be well-prepared for a stay here at Terluna....

Are you eager to start planning your next warm-weather adventure? There’s something magical about the summer months here in Michigan, largely due to our spectacular natural attractions. While some folks prefer to unwind at opulent waterfront hotels or rentals, others appreciate a slower pace of life – and there’s one incredible collection of riverfront cottages in Michigan that will add a dash of delight to your summer. Betsie Riverside Resort is located off Benzie Highway in the community of Benzonia....

Who doesn’t love a great breakfast? Here in Virginia, we have thousands of impressive options for enjoying that first meal of the day. Today’s feature destination is one of them, and it’s especially noteworthy because of its old-timey feel. Tucked away in Abingdon, Chick-N-Little is a time-tested spot that will immediately feel like your second home. If you’re in the mood for an old-fashioned breakfast, you can’t do much better!...

Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, Choo Choo Charlie’s has permanently closed. Train enthusiasts should put on their striped caps and overalls and prepare for an awesome meal at Choo Choo Charlie’s in Kenosha. Housed in a Metra station, visitors can drive up, take the commuter train or Kenosha’s light rail right to the door. As soon as you arrive, you’ll understand why many consider this to be the best train-themed restaurant in Wisconsin....

Route 66 is more than a road – it’s a piece of living history preserved in bits and pieces from California all the way to Illinois. One of the most unique gas stations in Arizona, Cool Springs, is a Route 66 treasure dating to the 1920s. Part museum and part gift shop, it keeps the spirit of the Mother Road alive, and it’s a must-visit next time you’re in the Kingman area....

The Victrola marked the beginning of the history of recorded music. Victrola is actually a brand name for a gramophone, which is the grandfather of the record player. The device used a vibrating needle to amplify sound, similar to the record players you may be familiar with, and projected it through a large cone-shaped speaker. Eldridge Reeves Johnson established the Victor Talking Machine Company in 1901 which produced the Victrola and popularized the mode of playing recorded music....

Looking for a short and sweet trail that makes you feel like you’re gong on an adventure? Mill Creek Falls is a moderately trafficked trail offering some of the prettiest scenery outside of a fairy tale. Located 1.4 miles outside of the tiny town of Prospect, Oregon at the Prospect State Scenic Viewpoint, Mill Creek Falls is a pleasant 45-minute drive from Medford that will take you past the gorgeous, rolling Rogue River....

Every now and then we must take a break from our everyday lives and get away from it all. There are many Alabama towns, both large and small, that are perfect for your next getaway, including Eufaula. For information regarding what Eufaula offers its residents and visitors, take a look below. Eufaula, which was first settled in 1816, is the largest town in Barbour County. It’s also considered one of Alabama’s most charming towns....

Are you hungry? How hungry? If your bottomless stomach is up for a challenge, these four restaurants in Iowa are ready to put you to the test. They each offer an epic food challenge with a tough time limit. The reward for those who can eat it all before the clock runs out? Your meal is free, and your gastronomic achievement will earn you a place in the hall of fame....

If there’s one paved trail in North Carolina that’s perfect for families, it’s the big 1.7-mile loop around the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park at the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. There are a number of paved or gravel trails in this 164-acre art park, but this one is fully paved for the entire route. Here’s a look at the route, which has a total elevation change of just 104 feet, making it an easy hike....

With how cold Wyoming can be, even into the summer months, milkshakes and ice cream may be far from your mind when you think about Jackson Hole. We’re here to correct that, because some of the best shakes, malts, and sundaes in the country are right here near the town square at the legendary, historic Jackson Drug. Jackson Drug has been a part of the town for as long as any of us can remember, and over the decades, the tradition of quality service and delicious food has continued....

A boutique hotel in Rhode Island that oozes charm, Jailhouse Inn provides a picture-perfect backdrop when you really just want to get away from it all – but still be within walking distance of plenty to do. Whether you’re planning a getaway for two, a family vacation, or a solo outing, you’ll likely fall in love with this unique Rhode Island hotel. Listen for whispers of the past when you check into the Jailhouse Inn in Newport, once the town’s jail and police station that dates back to 1772....

The three-mile forested Summit Loop Trail in Hollister, North Carolina, leads to a little-known cemetery in Medoc Mountain State Park. With very little information to go on, the Vinson Family Cemetery, in this 3,893-acre space in Halifax County, is kind of a surprise when you pass the fenced-in memorial gravestones. The research shows two recorded lists of those buried there. One lists the following people: Albert Livington Vinson,1856-1910; Alice Vinson, 1861-1866; Charles Robert Vinson, 1898-1900; Martha Smith Vinson, 1829-1913; Robert J....

Rhode Island has some of the most gorgeous natural scenery in the country, and we can enjoy just a bit of it at our state parks. Each deserves a visit. However, if you’re planning a multi-day adventure, make it at Rhode Island’s largest state park. It offers a full menu of family-friendly activities and a campground, where you can fall asleep under a starry sky. Tallying 3,100 acres, Burlingame State Park in Charlestown earns props as Rhode Island’s largest state park and a family-friendly destination all year around....

Welcome to the little slice of Almost Heaven, West Virginia known as Pocahontas County. This beautiful mountain haven truly is wild and wonderful. It’s home to the scenic little town of Marlinton and some of the Highland Scenic Highway. It’s the location of the Greenbank Observatory and some of the National Radio Quiet Zone. Eight rivers have their headwaters here: the Cherry, Cranberry, Elk, Gauley, Greenbrier, Tygart Valley, Williams, and Shavers Fork of the Cheat Rivers....

Munson Creek Falls is the fourth tallest waterfall in the Beaver State, and the tallest in the Oregon Coast Range. A short, easy hike takes you through a lush canyon to the falls, which are truly impressive. Munson Creek Falls is located inside the 60-acre Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site. This small state park opened to the public in 2000, and it’s a day-use park that offers picnic tables, but does not have restrooms or water....