14 Fascinating European Cities Hiding in Plain Sight
Everyone knows about Paris, Rome, and London, but Europe has plenty of amazing cities that get far fewer crowds. These places have…
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This Nevada Chocolate Factory Has A 3-Acre Cactus Garden Out Back
Behind a chocolate factory in the Nevada desert, three acres of cactus stretch out in neat, winding paths. More than 300 plant species grow there, from tall columns to spiny round barrels. Most people drive past the front office…
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Forge Your Own Knife at This Hands-On Blacksmith Shop in Oakland, California
I walked past a plain old warehouse in California expecting nothing special, and I walked out with sooty hands and a grin I could not shake. Inside, fires roared, hammers rang, and total beginners were shaping hot metal like…
Massachusetts
This Massachusetts State Park Near Dalton Puts an Unforgettable Waterfall a Short Walk From Your Car
Some of the best outings in Massachusetts start with a doubtful look at a bumpy back road and end with a quiet grin. Tucked into the Berkshire woods is a small state park where the payoff shows up almost before you finish…
Colorado
This Colorado Bakery Started Because A German Immigrant Couldn’t Find Good Rye Bread
A crusty pretzel with a chewy inside can make a whole road trip worth it. In one Colorado neighborhood, people line up for German rolls, smoked cheese, and pastries filled with apricot and poppy seed. The shop has been feeding locals…
Arizona
9 Southern Arizona Pie Shops and Bakeries Worth a Detour Off I-10
Long stretches of I-10 in Southern Arizona can make a snack stop feel like a small victory. The good news is that some of the best pies, pastries, and loaves in the state sit just a few minutes off the highway…
Oklahoma
This Oklahoma Farm Stand Sells Fresh Eggs on the Honor System, and the Goats Greet You at the Gate
Somewhere in southwestern Oklahoma, tucked along a quiet country road, there is a little farm stand that runs almost entirely on trust. No cashier, no checkout line, just fresh eggs, cold milk, and a payment system built on the honor…
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Persimmons Ripen Right Off the Branch at This Orchard Less Than an Hour From Raleigh
I almost drove right past the gravel turnoff, thinking it was just another quiet field in the North Carolina countryside. Then I spotted rows of small trees heavy with glowing orange fruit, and my stomach made the decision for me. One…
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11 Florida Vegan Restaurants So Good Even Die-Hard Carnivores Order Seconds
You walk into a small spot in Florida expecting a sad salad, and you walk out planning your next visit before you even reach the car. That is the magic of a great plant-based kitchen that nobody warned you about. These places…