15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Florida

Cedar Key, Florida

Florida calls to mind Walt Disney, beaches, retirement, and holidays.  And to be sure, it is all those things.  But it’s also a state with wonderful natural beauty, exciting cities, and fantastic small town living. Many of Florida’s small towns offer something special that no other place does.  Many are coastal towns, but not all.  …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Virginia

Iris Inn

Virginia is for lovers–that’s what they say, after all! And who are we to argue? Given all the love in that warm, Southern air, Virginia makes for the perfect place for you to cozy up with your loved one. But what will you find in the state nicknamed “the Old Dominion” besides its reputation for …

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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in California

Arcata

There are plenty of enviable destination spots in California, but as the third largest of all 50 states, there are a ton of lesser known, out-of-the-way towns. In fact, the majority of California is comprised of small coastal towns and friendly neighbourhood places high up on the mountain. The Golden State has a natural and …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Michigan

Castle in the Country B&B

Normally, when people think of Michigan, images of deep snow, 8 Mile, GM motors, and vast midwestern fields come to mind. However, this northern state – wrapped on three sides by the Great Lakes – will surprise you with all the variety it has to offer. Now’s the time to share a romantic weekend with …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Massachusetts

Berkshires Garden

Massachusetts, the small New England state made famous by Harvard, Boston, and movies like Good Will Hunting, has a lot of character jam packed into its mere 10,554 square miles. For your next romantic getaway, grab your partner and explore all the charm and beauty this Northern state has to offer. Whether you want to …

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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Michigan

South Haven, Michigan

Originally a French interpretation of an indigenous tribe’s word meaning “large water,” the name Michigan fits this state perfectly. The only state to be comprised of two peninsulas, it is one of the most popular boating destinations in the United States, and with coastlines that stretch along 4 of the 5 Great Lakes, there is …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in North Carolina

Fall at the Biltmore

Imagine a place with Southern hospitality, constant beach weather, breathtaking mountains, sophisticated cities, and bohemian chic. This magical place goes by the name of North Carolina. In this beautiful Southern state, you and your loved one can sink your toes into its sand, unwind in the serene Appalachian Mountains, go out for a night on …

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15 Best Water Parks in Virginia

Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole, Reston

Get ready to get wet and make some splashtastic memories. Virginia is home to amazing water parks that are sure to leave you feeling cooled and refreshed. Heart pounding slides and wild rides as well as lazy rivers, wave pools, kiddie areas, and splash pads await. Grab your bathing suit and get ready to cool …

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15 Best Flea Markets in Texas

Texas Antique Weekend

Everything is bigger in Texas. This includes high school football stadiums, houses, hair, and even their flea markets. Texas plays host to some of the biggest and best flea markets in the country. Some flea markets are so big, they span cities. So, next time you are in the lone star state, check out one …

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15 Best Swimming Holes in Texas

Barton Springs Pool, Austin

The Texan heat and swim holes go hand in hand. What better way to cope with soaring temperatures than cooling off in natural pools. As you might expect, there’s plenty to go around too. From fun-packed family orientated splashvilles to clothing optional shorelines and everything in between, Texas has it. So grab your water shoes, …

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