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You may not have ever heard of the 10.3-square-mile city of Ivins. Although its population is only 8,500, it is part of the much larger St. George Metropolitan Area. It boasts the Tuacahn Center for the Arts, which features both an open-air amphitheater as well as an indoor theater. There is also Kayenta Art Village, which features studios, galleries, a theater, and much more art-related retail and spaces. What else can you find in and around Ivins?...

There are many small towns that help make up the great state of Alabama. Among these towns, several of them have unique names. One town in particular is Double Springs. For information about Double Springs, Alabama, including how the town got its name, take a look below. Double Springs is a small North Alabama town with approximately 1,500 residents. flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM As its name suggests, Double Springs was named after two springs that flowed side by side....

If you’re searching for some of the best tubing in Minnesota, look no further. You don’t have to be an experienced outdoor enthusiast to appreciate a day on the water, especially when temperatures are warm. One unique campground in Minnesota offers guests the chance to plan lake and river excursions, swimming pool days, camping trips, and nature walks in one wonderful trip. This fun-filled, family-centric destination even has an unbeatable option for tubing along the Rum River....

New York may not have any old spooky and abandoned ghost towns like you’ll find out in the West, where nothing but tumbleweed rolls through these destinations. If there’s something that our state does have plenty of though? It’s haunted hotels. By now you’ve most likely heard about places like the Shanley Hotel, a spot that’s so haunted you literally need to sign a waiver in order to spend the night....

Fall is our favorite season, and it’s a great time to surround yourself with all the natural beauty Oregon has to offer. While evergreens cover much of the landscape here, you’ll still find some gorgeous fall foliage in many spots around the Beaver State. One of the best places to dine this season is Multnomah Falls Lodge. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the food is as amazing as the atmosphere....

The most dangerous trails in the Midwest can be found in Illinois in the Shawnee National Forest. A popular recreational area is there that is known for its rock boulders and slippery paths. It’s also home to one of the most dangerous hikes in Illinois. Keep reading to learn how to keep yourself safe whenever visiting this place. The Garden of the Gods Observation Trail is one of the most popular hikes within the Shawnee National Forest....

Looking for a tropical paradise getaway without breaking the bank? Then you’ll want to check out this tropical tiny home in Matlacha, Florida offered on Airbnb. This unique rental has everything you need for your time away, just in miniature form. If ever you’ve wanted to see what living in a tiny house is really like, this overnight stay is for you. The Flamingo Tiny Home in Matlacha, Florida, is a delightful overnight stay with accommodations for up to five guests....

For many Clevelanders, the allure of architecture is what makes a city so desirable. If you’re enamored by landscapes with elegant streets and impressive details in even the tiniest of furnishings, you will surely fall in love with Cleveland. The most beautiful churches in Cleveland can be found both Downtown and in the suburbs. Cleveland’s oldest churches, like St. John’s Episcopal, have a charm that’s impressed locals for over a century....

Somewhere on Cape Cod is a magical pathway along an old rail bed. Covered in a soft bed of pine needles along part of this trail, you can walk along in the quiet of nature under a canopy of trees. Hiking through this enchanting tunnel of trees in Massachusetts is not to be missed. While Provincetown is known mainly for its pristine beaches and bustling downtown along Commercial Street, there are actually quite a few areas in town to go hiking....

New Jersey is a great state for seafood lovers. We’re right on the coast and close to major ports, so finding fresh fish isn’t all that hard! That’s why the Garden State has so many wonderful seafood restaurants. One of our favorites is a relatively new spot in Cherry Hill. If you’re looking for great seafood and crab legs in Camden County, New Jersey, it’s hard to top the Boiling House....

What if we told you there is a place in Georgia where you can sleep beside a waterfall and have 4.5 acres of land completely to yourself? This particular place is Northern Georgia is a true camper’s paradise and one of the best campgrounds in Georgia. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, guests who rent out this Secluded Waterfall Haven have access to on-site waterfalls, an abundance of hiking opportunities and a warm campfire to lull them to sleep at night....

There’s a little town tucked into the Kettle Moraine State Forest where nothing is new. To visit Old World Wisconsin is to travel back in time – the historical village is a collection of some of the most historic buildings in Wisconsin, and it’s all open for you to explore. It’s an experience like no other and a must-visit spot in southeast Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know about Old World Wisconsin....

What could be better than being in the middle of the forest, surrounded by nature, with not a care in the world? Chances are, nothing could be better. Which is why we wanted to share with you this secret campground in Northern Georgia which will give you just that–peace, nature, and an endless supply of serenity. Pack your gear and head on over to one of the top Georgia campgrounds. No reservations required!...

From our casual burger huts to our farm-to-table fine dining spots, Montana is truly a foodie’s paradise. And if you consider yourself a culinary enthusiast, you’ve probably already heard of MSU Billings Foundation’s Wine & Food Festival. This food lover’s paradise is celebrating its 30th annual event this year, and the menu and wine pairings look better than ever. Food and wine lovers, it’s time to treat yourself for a good cause....

Thoughts of camping are sure to conjure up great memories of amazing family outings. Being in the great outdoors with the fresh smell of pine trees and smoldering campfires is always time well spent. So whether your memories are of a favorite cabin to revisit or you spent your time in a tent, camping has changed in some interesting ways. Unique accommodations are on the rise. We found a treehouse in Maine that sits in one of the friendliest family campgrounds you could imagine....

We love our hot springs here in Idaho, but some have become quite popular and crowded. Fortunately, there are still some dreamy places to relax and soak while staying away from other people. Bear Creek Hot Springs, located in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest and near Palisades Reservoir, is one of these places. You’ll have a long 13-mile hike ahead of you but the reward at the end is so worth the journey....

Summertime’s all about the gorgeous weather and breathtaking views, like those you’ll enjoy on this sunset dinner cruise in Missouri. Many of us spend as much time as we can on and in the water during the summer, whether we’re floating in a tube or wading in the water after sunbathing on a sandy beach. Cap off a picture-perfect summer day with a delicious meal and, if you’re lucky, a jaw-dropping Missouri sunset....

It may seem pretty standard to expect good quality fried chicken when you visit Tennessee, but there are a handful of restaurants that specialize in the crispy, crunchy meal with aplomb. Umphy’s Chicken & Biscuit is a true fried chicken situation located and renowned in the small western town of Jackson. The university town and homegrown Southern enclave is home to folks of all ages and every generation can agree on one thing: Umphy’s fried chicken is the best in town....

New Jersey offers an abundance of beautiful beaches. Our neighbors from surrounding states love to take advantage of that (as do we) and the shores in towns like Point Pleasant, Seaside Heights, Asbury Park, Ocean City, and Wildwood can get pretty crowded. One way to avoid throngs of tourists is to visit some of our more serene beaches without big commercial boardwalks. Here are a few of the best hidden beaches in New Jersey where you’ll probably be able to find a spot on the sand....

Life’s usually really busy, which means we don’t always have time to go on a long vacation or spend a ton of time together as a family. Fortunately, we have so many amazing destinations in the state that we can always find the perfect family-friendly outing in Pennsylvania. Today’s outing leads to a fun wildlife park followed by a trip just a few miles away, to a delicious diner. A day among animals usually promises a ton of fun, lots of laughs, and lifelong memories, which makes Lake Tobias Wildlife Park in Halifax the perfect way to start a family-friendly outing....