It’d be a Big Little Lie to Say I’m Not Completely Obsessed with Monterey

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Monterey has become a sort of refuge for those seeking something – direction, inspiration, a sign. People return year after year in hopes of finding meaning in the place where the ocean blends effortlessly into the sky.

10 Unmissable Photo Ops in Arizona (Plus Insider Tips for Shooting and Visiting!)

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While most people think of the desert as barren flatland or dusty sand as far as the eye can see, that's hardly an accurate picture. You may not know it, but Northern Arizona used to be completely volcanic, which actually made it the most geographically…

Mad for Madison County (No, Not That One)

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A quintessential New England getaway, Madison County, NY is comprised of 14 towns, a handful of villages and hamlets, and acres of sprawling farmland. Think cozy inns, historic b&bs, colorful Adirondacks, green for days, boat docks, and riding stables.

Southeast Texas…A Northerner’s First (and Unabashedly Raw) Take

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For anyone born outside of Texas, Texas comes with a lot of stereotypes and to be honest, is the butt of many jokes. Unless you’re from the there, it’s hard to truly understand their intense “Texas Forever” pride (despite being…

Feast on Nature Porn and Cajun Cuisine in Port Arthur, Texas

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A coast gulf city on the border of Texas and Louisiana, Port Arthur is a patchwork place that’s evolved (quite bizarrely) over time.

Take a Trip to the Real Life Wisteria Lane in The Woodlands, Texas

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A masterfully planned community broken down into meticulously designed subdivisions, the Woodlands is a 28,000-acre Pleasantville about 20 minutes north of Houston.

Everything to Do in Virginia’s Blue Ridge…Beyond the Parkway

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As one of the most acclaimed scenic drives in the country, everyone knows that Virginia’s Blue Ridge is a mecca for road trippers, but what they don’t know is Roanoke has plenty to offer virtually every other type of traveler.

An Austin Itinerary For Foodies and Photo Affectionados

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The first time I was in Texas was a few years ago, and while I wasn’t specifically going to Austin, I made it a point to rearrange my schedule so I could see what the hype was all about. For years, it had been built up in my head that…

Smitten with the Mitten: 4 Reasons to Fall in Love with Grand Rapids

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Kid Rock sang about the joys of Northern Michigan, and man was he right, this place is sorely underrated.

Drew Carey Wasn’t Kidding – Cleveland Rocks

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Cleveland rocks. Drew Carey said it, Khloe Kardashian’s on the bandwagon, and now I’m saying it. Cleveland is cool. Before you go, “Girl, bye.” Hear me out. Cleveland has got it going on.