The only state that exists with a singular area code (802), Vermont is small but full of fun. Being the first state to enter the United States after the original 13 colonies, even our historians saw the value in the state of Vermont. Being one of the only four states in the U.S. that have …
One of the original 13 colonies, South Carolina boasts many historic and picturesque sites for the entire family. Known as the home of the first golf club in the United States, South Carolina has various aspects that keep it unique. Some funky laws in this state include: If a man proposes marriage to a woman, …
Although Wyoming is the last state alphabetically, it is by far the least important of the United States. Being the least populous state in the country yet the 10th largest by area means it’s full of wide-open spaces worthy of exploring. It is also home to the nation’s very first National Park, Yellowstone. Millions of …
From volcanoes and rainforests to wineries and ferries, Washington has a wealth of assets that make the state one of the Pacific Northwest’s best vacation spots. As seen in Grey’s Anatomy, Seattle has the first revolving restaurant in the world, Sky City at the Space Needle. It is also the only state named after a …
One of the first states to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, Colorado is known for being ahead of the curve in a lot of political issues in the United States. They even legalized the medical use of magic mushrooms in the capital city of Denver! You’ll also find the longest continuous commercial street in …
Known as the Yellowhammer State, Alabama is one of the most unique coastal states east of the Mississippi. Filled with landmarks from the American Civil Rights Movement as well as plenty of outdoor activities, Alabama has something for everybody. The city of Birmingham’s 16th Street Baptist Church, now a museum, was a protest headquarters in …
While many may think that there aren’t many notable attractions in this quaint midwestern state, those looking for a nature lesson at a lower cost will find gratification. Explorers William Clark and Meriwether Lewis and the Corps of Discovery spent more time in what is now North Dakota than any other place on their journey, …
Surrounded by five massive fresh-water lakes, this state is second to none in regards to lakefront property and waterfront activities. While it may not get as warm as oceanfront states such as Florida or California, Michiganders fully enjoy all the lakes have to offer day in and day out. From summers on Lake Michigan to …
In the great state of Arkansas, rivers and wine flow through the Ozark Mountains, greeting visitors day in and day out. A state filled with plenty of fishing, floating and other opportunities for recreational fun, the Natural State isn’t one to miss. Being the first place diamonds were discovered back in 1906, the state also …
California is the most populous state in the entire U.S. 1 in every 8 United States residents live in California, and it’s no question why. Filled with 9 national parks, DisneyLand, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Coachella, the Golden State has plenty of sites to see. It’s known by many names such as The Land …
