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New Mexico has no shortage of man-made wonders and stunning architecture. However, we also have our share of quirky buildings, some of them strange enough to make traffic grind to a halt while people gawp. Here are the 13 weirdest buildings that are simultaneously among the most beautiful places for architecture in New Mexico. Green Jeans Farmery, Albuquerque Facebook/Green Jeans Farmery It’s amazing what you can do with old shipping containers!...

We’d all like to believe that our list of skills is a long one. Mainers, after all, are a resourceful, hard-working bunch of people. But not everything we do well needs to be a skill. In fact, there are lots of things we excel at that might not mean a lot to other people. But to us, they’re pretty important. Check out this list to make sure you’ve mastered each of the things on it!...

When you’re looking for a beautiful, clean place to lay your beach towel, look no further than Joshua Pond, a sparkling pond on Cape Cod. Located in Osterville, Joshua Pond is the clearest pond in Massachusetts and you should make plans to swim at this pristine swimming hole this summer. Flickr/MOTT Joshua Pond in Massachusetts is a beautiful freshwater swimming hole in Osterville. It’s located a decent distance from the ocean, so you won’t get spillover from the beach crowds....

With some of the most stunning scenery an eatery can offer, Arnaudville’s Little Big Cup has one of the best brunches in Louisiana, and you better come hungry. Whether you’re meeting friends for a celebratory occasion or just looking for a new spot to try, a brunch from Little Big Cup is the perfect way to start your day. You’ve heard the saying that you should never judge a book by its cover…...

The Bluegrass State is a place of beguiling and breathtaking beauty, with the pastoral fields and rolling hills endlessly charming and inspiring. In the heart of Kentucky Horse Country, our state’s capital is as fascinating as it is scenic, with the city presenting many opportunities for unique day trips. If you’re looking for an enchanting day trip in Frankfort, Kentucky, you’ll want to head to Sage Garden Cafe, a darling cafe located in a picture-perfect, too-beautiful-to-be-real garden center....

Colorful flowers add a vibrant pop to the landscape. Add a bit of that beauty to your own home when you visit Dame Farm & Orchard in Rhode Island, a u-pick flower farm that’s more than worthy of your bucket list. From u-pick tulips and daffodils in the spring to zinnias and sunflowers in the summer, the delightful farm is the perfect day trip destination in Rhode Island. A stroll through the colorful flower fields at Dame Farm & Orchard in Johnston, whether you want to pick your own or simply admire the beauty, promises a relaxing way to spend an hour or two....

A fabulous vacation is well deserved no matter the time of year, and the RiverStone Resort & Spa in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is perfect for the entire family. With the Little Pigeon River just out front and a stunning array of water activities on-site, this east Tennessee gem offers a fun getaway without ever leaving the state. A full-service spa rounds out the experience for the adults, and the resort’s proximity to the city’s downtown area is great for everyone involved....

Cheese lovers have so many ways to indulge in cheesy goodness – from pizza topped with extra cheese to hearty helpings of ooey-gooey mac and cheese. If you love cheese, you won’t want to miss the Artisan Cheese Festival in Missouri, a one-of-a-kind event held one epic weekend in May. Even better, you can pair the cheese at this inaugural festival with wine from McKelvey Vineyards. A weekend of cheesy goodness awaits at McKelvey Vineyards in New Haven, the hosts of the Artisan Cheese Festival, set for May 20-22, 2022....

Sometimes a pizza craving or a need for coffee strikes out of the blue. We obviously have no shortage of spots to cure those cravings. However, if we’re behind the wheel, we can simply pull in to Neon Marketplace in Rhode Island, a super-cool gas station and so much more. It’s one of those versatile destinations that will keep you coming back for more. Neon Marketplace boasts a few locations in Rhode Island, including in Warwick and Seekonk, welcoming guests 24 hours a day....

Every season is magical at Broken Bow Lake in southeastern Oklahoma. This scenic lake is surrounded by thousands of trees, lots of hiking, and gorgeous cabins that are perfect for a vacation. Even in the winter when the water is too cold to swim in, the backdrop of the lake makes the most peaceful setting you could wish for. Broken Bow Lake is one of those places that puts your mind at ease....

Sometimes, regular museums just don’t entertain you as much. If you are looking for an interesting and unique activity for the day, the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum is a great place to start. This museum details the equipment used to practice strange surgeries and the poisonous chemicals used in remedies. There is a lot to learn about our stumbles through medicine. Why not give it a tour? Welcome to the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum....

If you’re looking for unique accommodation in Minnesota, you never have to search for long. Our state is full of great stays! Today, we want to feature one of the coolest. It’s a treetop AirBnb that takes you high above the ground, where you’ll get to find rest and relaxation among the branches. If that sounds good to you, read on below to learn more. The ReTreet House is a lovely treehouse Airbnb nestled into 30 acres of woods in Two Harbors, Minnesota....

Book lovers will endure packed, haphazard libraries and dusty used bookstores, and will browse in uncomfortable locales to find a good read. It’s always a special treat when one finds a place that’s not only spacious and beautiful but also shows great love and respect for books. Welcome to Newberry Library in Chicago, where beauty and books coexist in perfect harmony. The Newberry Library is a research library that was built in 1887 and remains a stately, elegant home for rare books and manuscripts....

Ever get tired of hiking the same old popular trails in Connecticut? We have quite a few – obviously, they’re popular for a reason! We aren’t denying that the great tried-and-true hikes are worth checking out. However, there are lots of lesser-known trails in the Nutmeg State that are just as much fun. If you’re looking for a quiet afternoon out in nature, look no further than the Washburn Preserve in Branford....

If you’re looking for an adventure but don’t have a lot of time, a day trip is normally the way to go. And depending on how far you travel, you may only need one tank of gas. Here we have planned a day trip that includes adventure, relaxation, and good food. You’ll start out a Birch Bark Canoe Livery in Urbana for some tubing along the Mad River before heading to Condado Tacos in Columbus for an incredible meal....

From weeknight regular dives to upscale, special-occasion dining, there are many unique restaurants in IL to have a meal for two or with the whole family. Be prepared for a flavor overload at these nine delicious restaurants that reign supreme. White Pines Inn Facebook/White Pines Inn Facebook/White Pines Inn Enjoy home-style cooking in a restaurant that is off the beaten path and best known for its buffets. Whether you dine in the log cabin-style interior or the forested outdoor patio, you’ll have a lovely, down-home experience at this cool place to eat in IL....

There are a lot of ways to celebrate spring in New Hampshire. From hiking to simply walking in your own backyard, life is in bloom all around us, and it’s all there for us to explore. While we love getting outside to stretch our legs, it can be hard to wrangle the family to hit the trails. Instead, consider this road trip through Coos County, which has more than 25 waterfalls!...

There’s something exhilarating about spending time in a big city. Towering buildings, bright lights, and endless things to do can make city life an exciting experience. But let’s be real — you don’t live in Idaho for the city life. You live here for the charm, beauty, history, and special community. As Idahoans, we’re incredibly fortunate to have access to some of the loveliest small towns in the country with some of the best scenery on earth....

If you’ve ever wanted to dine next to exotic animals, there are several restaurants at the Houston Zoo in Texas where you can do just that. One of them is Twiga Café, a casual eatery overlooking the giraffe and hippo habitats. The food is delicious, but the views are even better! If you want more Texas restaurants, make sure to sign up for our weekly dining newsletter. Every Thursday, a new eatery to try in the Lone Star State will be delivered straight to your email....

There is so much to look forward to during the fall season. Between apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes, haunted houses, and Halloween (not to mention cooler weather and the fall foliage), there are plenty of family-friendly activities during the season. On top of all of that, it’s time for a wild west-themed fall festival in Minnesota. That’s right, folks! Carters’ Farm will host its annual fall festival, and this year, it has a western theme....