This rock quarry was active from the ‘20s to the ‘70s, only to become abandoned shortly after. Now, it’s unrecognizable as a gorgeous and popular park.
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Skip the beaches of Florida and retire in this Midwestern city full of gorgeous gardens to stroll, several public golf courses, and senior-friendly services.
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If you're an avid cyclist (or you just prefer biking to touring a new city on foot), these global destinations are perfect for a bike tour.
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If you like your neighborhoods to be pedestrian-friendly and packed with independent shops and charming vibes, this delightful spot in California is for you.
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Tennessee has just officially designated its 64th state park, and it's located near prominent caves. Here's everything you need to know about it.
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Outside Allentown hides a lovely lake packed with fish, its wooded surroundings teeming with birds. It's a must-visit for anglers and birders in Pennsylvania.
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Set near the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, this quiet Mississippi destination offers campgrounds, fishing, local restaurants, and easy road trips.
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We could all use a relaxing vacation spot, so you'll want to avoid this popular spot if venomous creatures keep you on edge (and we don't blame you).
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Not only can you bring home fossils from this unique nature park in Ohio, but it's also home to a few short trails and an abundance of wildlife.
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Towering above the city of Boston, this clock tower makes London's Big Ben seem small, and visitors can enjoy tours of its 26th-floor observation deck for free.
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Not Florida or California, not even a spot on the New England shoreline, the top spot went to a popular tourist destination in the south.
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This Texas town became famous for its storytelling festival, but it also has a unique line-up of restaurants and historic buildings downtown.
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This Connecticut lake provides fishing opportunities for anglers, and it's known to be one of the cleanest and most transparent lakes in the state.
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A quick drive from Charlotte, this park lets visitors gaze out over the surrounding mountains and down into an abandoned quarry that nature is reclaiming.
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This secluded getaway in the Monterey Peninsula offers Mediterranean-style suites, luxury spa amenities, golf privileges, and coastal landscapes.
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This peaceful forest park in New Hampshire offers scenic woodland trails, quiet ponds, rustic camping, and a sandy swim beach surrounded by New England scenery.
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Skip the crowds of Zion National Park and take in the stunning scenery during a hike at this red rock conservation area, covering 45,600 acres.
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This Iowa village blends the old and the new with historical architecture, cozy restaurants and bars, and charming clothing and interior decor boutiques.
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Located near Joshua Tree National Park is a secret California wilderness that is perfect for some solo time with no crowds and some incredible views.
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Hundreds of different bird species have been identified in this tiny park, which is a quick drive from Milwuakee and features a short boardwalk hike.
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This western Oklahoma town along Route 66 features a Smithsonian-affiliated space museum, retro diners, roadside attractions, and historic Main Street.
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If you want to avoid the crowds of Massachusetts' cities and beaches, you can head to this waterfront state park that is relaxing and very quiet.
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Hidden away in Upstate New York, this tiny village is the ideal spot for a weekend getaway that offers quiet boating and fishing opportunities.
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This Washington lake, open year-round, is an angler's dream, with several fish species and regular stocks of rainbow trout added to the water.
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This art deco restaurant in a historic airport in New Orleans, Louisiana, has front-row runway views and top-rated food worth going to the airport for.
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Just a 30-minute drive from Des Moines is a state park escape with an 814-acre lake where you can fish, paddle, and lounge on the expansive beach.
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Perched along the Mississippi River, this quiet village in Wisconsin offers easy access to outdoor adventures and is home to a charming downtown.
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