Where the Hot Cocoa Rating System Was Born We rolled up to Johnson’s Pumpkin Farm around 3pm on one of those perfect overcast fall days where the sky is doing that moody gray thing and everything feels very atmospheric. The map at the entrance showed us everything this place had to offer—corn maze, soybean maze, …
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Three Historic Landmarks & A Breakfast Adventure The Holly Michigan water towers aren’t your typical roadside attraction—this small town has THREE distinct historic water towers, each with its own character. We headed into Holly early on a crisp fall morning with one mission: photograph all three. We expected fog, quiet streets, and maybe a few …
🗿 Sculpture Hunt in the Chill — Columbia SC Public Art at Its Most Unexpected February’s forecast? Cold hands, warm hearts, and roadside art that made us pull over with zero hesitation. Our Columbia SC public art stroll served dinosaurs with emotional boundaries, clangy sculptures that hit Zachary’s sweet spot, and murals designed to make …
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Things to Do in Ames Iowa: A Surprising Travel Gem We were on our way to Minnesota to attend Unicon21 and decided to make a stop in Ames Iowa. Usually, we keep our stops brief, but this time we took a day to explore the area, and we’re so glad we did! If you’re looking …
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A Hidden Gem Worth Discovering Nestled in the heart of Iowa State University’s campus, Reiman Gardens Ames Iowa offers an unexpected botanical paradise that delights visitors year-round. Located at 1407 University Blvd in Ames, Iowa, this stunning destination combines natural beauty with unique attractions, making it a perfect stop for travelers exploring the Midwest. What …
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Springfield Underground Cave Tours: Following the Kraft Noodle Trail It all started with a noodle. Not metaphorical, not culinary—just a giant, unapologetic elbow macaroni looming roadside like a beacon of processed cheese devotion. This Springfield Underground cave tours adventure began when Kraft placed their pasta sentinel there, creating an unlikely gateway to Missouri’s most fascinating …
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Let the Road Trip Pitstops .. Begin 🚐 We were northbound, dodging heavy rainclouds and running on gas station snacks, 80’s playlists, and a half-packed bus with questionable organization. 🎶⛅ 🔊 Amplify The Odd If you’re deep into a spiral of road trip pitstops mysteries, complete the trip with a soundscape that matches. Tap into Spotify …
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Angus Barn Kicking Booth 📍 Angus Barn Steakhouse, 9401 Glenwood Ave. Raleigh, NC 27617 Right off Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh—where filet mignon meets roadside folklore—there sits a steakhouse with a surprise tucked behind the trees. The Angus Barn is legendary for its prime rib, its wine cellar, and its unapologetic Southern flair. But if you’ve …
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Big Stuff Everywhere—And We Mean Everywhere! What South of the Border road trip would be complete without a stop at South of the Border? 😂 If you’ve ever driven down I-95, you’ve seen the billboards. Lots of billboards. It’s like Pedro himself is personally guiding you to one of America’s quirkiest roadside attractions—a place where …
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A Tiny World of Magic in Florida This whimsical little oddity wasn’t on the itinerary, but when we spotted a gnome-sized door at the base of a tree in Holly Hill, we couldn’t resist. It ended up being one of the most memorable detours on our Michigan-Bound Road Trip! Nestled along Riverside Drive in Holly …